he/al
est. 2024
a multivocal
exploration of
black womxn
a resilience piece
what is he/al?
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he/al is an immersive, multivocal theater-meets-performance-art piece that explores the
resilience of Black womxn. through a blend of drama, spoken word, music, and
documentary theater, we delve into themes of healing, the expectation to always be
resilient, and the desire to simply not be.
this project is a love letter to Black womxn, offering a space for their voices, stories, and
experiences to be seen, felt, and celebrated.
we believe in healing—not just for the audience but for the creatives at the core of this
work. by crafting a process-driven piece from submissions, interviews, and collective
artistry, he/al challenges societal norms while creating a safe and empowering space for
authentic storytelling.
video credits:
spoken word by Fatou Thiam
ft. Mayah Lourdes Burke, Giesala Jacques, & Karla Gutierrez
your story matters.
do you have a story, poem, or piece of art that reflects the resilience, struggles, or beauty of being a Black
womxn? your voice matters, and we’d love to include your work in “he/al: a resilience piece”.
this is your chance to share your truth and be a part of something powerful. submissions will help inspire and
shape this project, and selected pieces may even be featured in the final performance.
(see more in the submission form!)
Current Creatives
a powerhouse collective of four Black femmes who have been
collaborating since 2017.
Together, they bring a blend of Playwriting, poetry, acting, stage
management, Directing and Dance, making them an exceptional group
of devisers. Their long-standing connection and diverse talents
fuel a process rooted in trust, creativity, and authentic
storytelling.
Mayah Lourdes
Burke
Karla
Gutierrez
Fatou
Thiam
Giesala
Jacques
Contact Us!
@he.alproject
burkemayah@gmail.com