Photo : ©Caroline Lam
Burning Threads - Caroline Lam
Drawing on her family history, Caroline Lam composes a choreographic journey between Rome, Vietnam, and France.
Centre culturel suisse Paris (Paris 3rd)
About
Burning Threads creates a dialogue between the memory of exile, the legacy of Catholic colonialism with the figures of the Saints - Agnes of Rome and Agnes of Vietnam - and Vietnamese spiritualities with the goddess Mẹ Mẫu. The piece questions what is transmitted from one generation to the next and the tensions that accompany any migratory history: preserving one's heritage while seeking to integrate. Carried by the women of her lineage, it celebrates their strength of transmission and resilience.
Our take on this event
Art meets ancestry in this evocative installation that bridges the gap between Catholic colonial pasts and Vietnamese spiritual heritage. Through delicate textile work, the exhibit shines a light on the resilience of women navigating the complex path of migration. Step inside for an intimate meditation on cultural identity and the hidden strength passed down through generations.
The Centre culturel suisse in the 3rd arrondissement presents Burning Threads by Caroline Lam, a performance running from January 29 to January 30, 2027. This production examines the complex intersections of exile, colonial history, and the transmission of heritage across generations. By blending the figures of Saints Agnes of Rome and Agnes of Vietnam with the Vietnamese deity Mẹ Mẫu, the piece honors the resilience of the women in the artist's lineage. Each 50-minute performance is ticketed and requires prior booking. It offers a thoughtful perspective on the challenges of navigating cultural identity and personal history.
Burning Threads arrives at the Centre culturel suisse for a brief run. Performances are scheduled for Friday, January 29, 2027, at 20:00 and Saturday, January 30, 2027, at 17:00. Each show lasts 50 minutes, providing an intimate setting to explore themes of heritage and migration.
The work engages in a dialogue between the memories of exile and the legacies of Catholic colonialism. Caroline Lam contrasts the narratives of Saints Agnes of Rome and Agnes of Vietnam with the spiritual traditions of the Vietnamese goddess Mẹ Mẫu. Through this, she addresses the inherent tensions of the migratory experience—specifically, the struggle to maintain one's cultural inheritance while navigating the process of integration.
This performance serves as a tribute to the strength and resilience of the women within the artist's own family. As a ticketed event, please ensure you book your spot in advance to attend this exploration of intergenerational memory in the heart of Paris.
