The LOVÓ project is part of the programme of the Biennale 2024 Esch capitale culturelle.
What is LOVÓ?
The term LOVÓ combines the words "love" (in English) and "avó" (grandmother in Portuguese) to refer to the memory of the grandmothers of the Portuguese and Cape Verdean community in Esch. Led by Myriam Dalal and Thomas Cauvin, researchers from the University of Luxembourg, this project uses oral history and art to give a voice to several Portuguese-speaking grandmothers residing in Esch-sur-Alzette, who have made this city their home.
LOVÓ explores the personal stories of these remarkable women, weaving a link between the private and public spheres, and between the individual and the collective. These grandmothers play an essential role as bearers of intangible cultural heritage, transmitting their knowledge and expertise in traditional practices, folklore, and culinary arts across generations.
Join us to celebrate the voices of the Portuguese-speaking grandmothers of Esch-sur-Alzette and discover how they have shaped the identity of our city over the past 50 years.
The Experience
The grandmothers' testimonies will be highlighted through captivating audio-visual tours, consisting of light installations created by the visual artists Duarte Perry and Marieke Leene. These luminous works will be accompanied by audio excerpts from interviews conducted with the grandmothers, offering an intimate and moving perspective on their stories and their impact on the culture of Esch-sur-Alzette. Their voices will guide visitors through nocturnal tours scattered with elements mentioned during the interviews and reinterpreted by artists.
Why You Shouldn't Miss This
Diving into the audio-visual tours of the LOVÓ project is to discover an unprecedented dimension of family ties and the migratory experience. By exploring the question of home and its numerous interpretations, you can reflect on the integration of migrants and exiles and how these individual stories enrich our collective heritage. Don't miss this opportunity to experience an unforgettable artistic and human event that celebrates the diversity and cultural richness of our community!
This project is led by Myriam Dalal and co-financed by the National Research Fund (FNR) and Nuit de la Culture.
21-28 September 2024
Everyday from 20.00 to 21.00
Starting point: Place de la Résistence, in front of Cactus Marché Brill, parking.
Tour: place de la résistance, rue du Brill, rue de l'Alzette, rue du Moulin, rue St.Vincent, Avenue de la Gare.
Language: French
Please register, it's free!