Centering Culture: A Mass Q Ball 2025: Color Event Prelude

Join dancer and choreographer Mar Parilla, percussionist Cornell Coley and interdisciplinary artist Ifé Franklin in a conversation rooted in culture, intentional place making and the beautiful connections that arise when both are centered. Moderated by Castle of our Skins’ Artistic Director Ashleigh Gordon, this discussion is a prelude to the MassQ Ball 2025: Color event in which all three artists will be showcased.

The MassQ Ball is a large-scale celebration of ritual, performance and cross-cultural arts, featuring the diverse artistry of Boston’s communities of color. This event is free and will weave together art, movement, dance and spoken word with ritual, nature and the joy found in creative expression and cultural celebration. To learn more, click here.