The Long Walk Home

A multimedia concert by David R Molina

A Mayan Family's Journey In Search of Refuge | La travesía de una familia maya buscando refugio
A multimedia concert by David R Molina

Conceived, composed, co-directed and sound designed by David R. Molina, The Long Walk Home is a multimedia, audio documentary, concert which shares the epic true story of a Guatemalan Mayan family fleeing violence in their homeland, enduring a dangerous journey to the USA, Narco predators at the border, family separation in U.S. detention centers, their miraculous reunification, and their art of clowning. A 5 piece ensemble featuring Bay Area and NYC musicians will perform a live score to this powerful story. Members range from jazz, classical, electronic, latin folklorico, and experimental music backgrounds. For nearly a year Molina conducted and recorded interviews with immigrants, activists, and lawyers. Social justice theater artist Roberto G. Varea co-created an audio script based on these interviews. These recorded personal voices narrate the piece. Video art and supertitle design by award winning animation artist John Jota Leaños make the piece accessible to English and Spanish speakers.

A multimedia concert by David R Molina
Dramaturgy and Co-Direction by Roberto G. Varea
Featuring La Familia Rodriguez

MUSICIANS:

David R. Molina: guitars, bass, cello, electronics, sound design, vocals
Jaimeo Brown: Drums, percussion, electronics
Darren Johnston: trumpet, effects, vocals
Liliana Herrera: vocals, synths, electric ukulele
Peekaboo: cello, electronics vocals

Pre-hispanic Mayan instruments built by Kaqchikel ethnomusicologist Luis Cali, performed by all musicians.

*CONTENT WARNING: This production contains subject matter that may be disturbing or traumatizing for audiences including family separation, kidnapping, forced detention and sexual violence. Community-based information and resources relating to these matters can be found in the tables located in the lobby area.