Dragon Tank is a long-term, multinational and omni-cultural project, designed for the broadest outreach and community involvement. The project combines the experience of interdisciplinary artists to share the story of Quetzalcoatl, an ancient Mesoamerican legend. The Aztecs considered Quetzalcoatl a patron of the dawn, merchants, arts, and crafts. To the Maya, the plumed serpent was also seen as a mediator between the sky and the underworld, due to its features of both a bird and a snake. In addition, the Quetzal bird was a sacred animal, its blue-green tail feathers symbolizing the sky and vegetation and its bright scarlet-colored chests representing fire.
During their residency the AZ Dragoneers will further develop the contstruction of the dragon, research best movement practices, and create an evening of activity in the courtyard at Mesa Arts Center.
This event will take place in the courtyard at Mesa Arts Center on the East side of the North Studios on Center Street.
November 5, 2016 @ 8pm
Mesa Arts Center, Courtyard
$10 Tickets
