In a dusty tango cabaret, Duende, a mischievous, wise, cruel, and timeless fairy roams between the crevices, enticing its audiences, musing on times long gone, and igniting creative spirits of those curious souls who dare to listen. Duende’s parasitic and mercurial relationship with an aspiring tango dancer, however, reveals to what extent Duende will inspire or creatively starve those who desire artistry.

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The Arc One cohort performed these works for a live audience at the Roundhouse Performance Centre in May of 2026, accompanied by live mixed sound and music by Mishell ...