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

Join dancer/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 - a large-scale celebration of ritual performance and cross-cultural arts featuring the diverse artistry of Boston's communities of color - will take place at The Arnold Arboretum on Saturday October 4th from 10-4pm. Free and family-friendly this event will weave together art movement dance and spoken word with ritual nature and the joy found in creative expression and cultural celebration. Learn more at MassQBall.com.