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Dillon Heyck

DILLON HEYCK is a writer interested in performance, pop culture, and activism. His work has appeared on In Media Res, Hyperallergic, and other publications.

In Conversation

NI’JA WHITSON with Dillon Heyck

In the opening of Oba Qween Baba King Baba, Ni’Ja Whitson stands firm and grounded in front of their audience.

<p>Ni’Ja Whitson performing <em>Oba Qween Baba King Baba</em> in 2018. Photo: Ian Douglas</p>

Bewitching Stagecraft and Competing Objects

By Dillon Heyck

When Jonathan González first emerges from the stage curtains, dragging an ominous, glowing spotlight, only his boots are illuminated. We do not immediately see González’s body, beyond his feet, but we can make out his figure periodically reaching into the light, expanding his stance, and genuflecting towards the spotlight in what looks like prayer.

<em>Lucifer Landing II</em> by Jonathan González at Abrons Arts Center. Photo: Katrina Neumann. Courtesy Abrons Arts Center.
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