fusion to cope
(solo)performance
12:38RUF, ViennaThe Romanian saying, “If you wear beads, you cry in the tavern,” captures the cultural tension and societal judgment men often face when expressing traits that challenge traditional masculinity. In the context of this performance, the proverb becomes a lens through which we examine the personal struggle to navigate a conservative, religious society that holds rigid ideals about what it means to be a “real man.” This performance delves into the complexities of identity, gender, and self-expression, shaping a possible journey of resistance and resilience.