Whacking Scotland Exhibition is an interactive, club-style celebration of Punking, Posing and Whacking. A style that emerged in the underground clubs in the 1970s by gay Black and Latino men – a way of expressing freedom from oppression. With a DJ, host, performers and cyphers, dancers freestyle to unpredictable music, showcasing diverse interpretations. The audience will be active participants, through various tools ie: cheering, use of material, wheel of fortune, contributing to the energy of the dancefloor. Embedded will be moments to learn about history and culture of this unique style!
Dorine Mugisha is a multidisciplinary artist, project manager and founder of Whacking Scotland. Her multicultural background and global training shape work exploring identity, belonging and body image. Touring internationally, she champions the belief there is no one way of being a dancer. She encourages expressiveness, freedom, and feelings first into her teaching and creations.
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Content Notes:
Loud Music, flashing lights, haze, Optional Participation
Ticket Info:
General Admission: £7
Sliding-Scale Ticket Guidance
£3 - £5
- If you frequently stress about basic needs and don’t always achieve them.
- You may be underemployed or unemployed.
- You rent low-end property and require assistance from government and/or voluntary assistance including food banks and benefits.
- You have little or no expendable income.
- You likely cannot afford a holiday or could not take the time off without financial burden.
£7 - £12
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- You have access to financial savings or have the ability to save.
- You are employed.
- You may buy some new items and others second hand.
- You have expendable income.
- You can take a holiday annually or every couple of years without financial burden.
£15 - £20
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- You have access to financial savings.
- You are employed or may not need to work.
- You own your own property or may rent a higher-end property.
- You have expendable income.
- You can always afford to buy new items.
- You can afford to take an annual holiday.