WHATEVER LOLA, by Katelena Hernandez Cowles

A diverse group of performers explore stereotypes by conjuring the tempestuous, seductive Latina singing stars of classic films, while encased in a 12-foot-high moving sculpture, the Lola Cage, that serves as both set and costume. Whatever Lola Wants, Lola Gets – but what does she give up to get it? And who can Lola be? In a dynamic piece that straddles the world of performance and visual art, artist Katelena Hernandez Cowles finds both inspiration and limitations in the well-known trope established by glamorous stars like Carmen Miranda and Rita Hayworth. 

Thursday, June 11, 2015

Performance will be preceded by the exhibition closing reception for GENTLY FRIED: An Exhibition in Three Parts, curated by Los Outsiders

Reception 7 to 8:30

Performances begin 8:30 pm, with short introduction by the artist

Sam Coronado Gallery at the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (MACC)

600 River Street, Austin, Texas (on the second floor)

Free Admission

Performers, in order of performance: Alyssa Taylor Wendt, Vincent Tomasino, Suzi Stern, and the artist, Katelena Hernandez Cowles

The Lola Cage will continue to be shown with the exhibition until its close June 13, 2015.  

Sam Coronado Gallery Hours: Monday – Thursday 10am – 6 pm, Friday  10am – 5:30 pm, Saturday  10am – 4pm

The performance of Whatever Lola is supported in part by the Cultural Arts Division of the City of Austin Economic Development Department.