The Cenote Ring

Doors 7pm, Performance 7.30pm

Paola Estrella presents an immersive audiovisual performance exploring the symbolism, history, and myths of the Cenote Ring in Yucatán, Mexico. This piece reflects on the tensions between belief systems, the impact of an ancient asteroid, and its resonance with today’s ecological crises.

Through real-time 3D render editing and spoken word, live motion capture environment designed by Costas Kazantzis, a movement piece by Pierre Babbage, and live music by Montañera, the performance invites audiences into a sensorial journey of creation, destruction, and renewal. The Cenote Ring is enriched by a spatial soundscape designed by Bon Music Vision, incorporating field recordings, real-time API data of near-Earth objects, and generative synthesis. Gabrielle Venguer designed the garments inspired by the series of paintings developed by Paola Estrella as part of the creative process. The performance will be preceded by an artist talk in conversation with curator Pita Arreola.

Join us for a unique evening of deep reflection on nature, time, and the forces that shape our world.

Running time: 1hr 30 mins (performance + talk)

Stone Nest is an arts organisation and performance venue in the heart of London's West End, bringing exceptional and experimental art to a wide audience. A hidden gem nestled amidst the bright lights of theatreland, it offers a platform for bold, visionary artists and a space where audiences can encounter an eclectic programme of contemporary performance.

Stone Nest is an old building and unfortunately cannot currently accommodate electric wheelchairs. We can accommodate manually operated wheelchairs via a temporary ramp; please let us know that you are a wheelchair user when booking and whether a Companion will be accompanying you, and we will arrange a Companion ticket for you.