Join us at LUX for an intimate evening performance of ‘The Glass Essays’, an expanded live exploration of River Yuhao Cao’s recent film of the same name. Exploring lamentation in regional Chinese cultures –particularly the mobile funeral stage-truck– the event opens a shared space where individual memory meets collective resonance.
The evening will weave together a guided walk*, live mourning performances, a performance lecture and a screening of ‘The Glass Essays’(2025). Through hums and musical gestures, mourning and tremor emerge as intertwined forces–fluid, sonic and communal.
*The night walk will take place only if weather permits.
What to expect
A small-group event taking place after dark
Entry through the designated park gate between 6:30–7pm only (no late entry)
A short guided night walk through the park for 15-20 minutes (weather permitting)
Gentle invitations to participate, including humming and listening exercises
Live sound, voice and mourning performance
A performance lecture
A screening of The Glass Essays (17 mins)
A calm and attentive atmosphere with moments of movement, sound, and stillness
Content note
This event explores themes of mourning and grief. Sound/noise volume is adjusted to a higher level.
Accessibility Information
Doors open at 6:30pm, Event starts at 7pm. No entry after 7pm.
Designated meeting point: https://w3w.co/trunk.ruler.ample
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