Uproar is an interdisciplinary solo performance exploring the right to protest and the power of collective action. A journey from injustice to hope, powered by unity. Blending rebellious dance, unique sonorous costumes, and archival audiovisuals, it honours the Latin American tradition of using music and dance as political expression.
Created in response to the deaths of 50 civilians in Peru (2022-2023), Uproar sheds light on Peru's ongoing crisis—rooted in unresolved colonial issues like discrimination, racism, and classism. It raises awareness of peaceful protests and invites audiences to sound together in a collective call for social justice, fostering empathy and solidarity in facing these global challenges. This original project by Latin American immigrant artist women in the UK aims to inspire social justice, and present new strategies for cohesion and resilience through art.
Original Concept and Direction: Rieckhof-Silva
Choreography/Performance: Moyra Silva
Video/sound Editing and Projection: Moyra Silva
Costume Design: Carolina Rieckhof
Props and Installation: Carolina Rieckhof
Live Music: Camila Alva
Production: Juliana Torres, Rieckhof-Silva
Acknowledgments: Lucia Fortune-Ely, Javiera Limari, Pablo Herrera (Jano).
‘A unique, personal, and exciting piece of work, shedding important light on the political crisis in Peru (...) by uniting collective voices through movement and incredibly unique costume.’ - Esther Hallas, Theatre Deli
'Even If I am not from Peru, it made me think deeply about facts from history and the recent past of my country and I felt the same frustration, anger, persistence. (...) your performance touched my thoughts and heart.' - Audience response
'Uporar invites viewers to collectively resist and remember the dynamics of oppression and domination through movement, which highlights the significance of collective action.' - Anthropologist Santiago Cardosa, UCL