Closing Celebration Marikit Santiago: We Eat This Bread

Come along to MAC yapang on Sunday 17 September as we celebrate the closing of Marikit Santiago's exhibition We Eat This Bread with a 'Huling Hapunan' (translation 'Last Supper'), a relaxed family friendly afternoon of activities by the lake. 

Meet Marikit in person and chat to her about her work, listen to the tunes of Filipino artist/ performer Esky Escandor and DJ MNGNY, and Filipinana performer Marissa Saroca, enjoy artmaking activities with an art museum educator, and delicious traditional Filipino food.

About the artist

Marikit Santiago is a Filipina Australian artist, three-time Archibald Prize finalist and 2020 winner of the prestigious John Sulman Prize. Her solo exhibition We Eat This Bread is currently on view at MAC yapang, and presents a series of works that showcase the 'Last Supper,' extending the story to consider the rituals, traditions and structures that shape their cultural and social identity. 

About the musicians

Esky Escandor, a seasoned rapper and community organiser, joins forces with MNGNY, a visionary DJ and global connector, to create a dynamic musical duo. Both hailing from Filipino heritage, they represent the organization opnsrc.co, a Western Sydney-based arts collective known for curating memorable art shows all over Sydney. Esky, with over a decade in the rap scene, uses his lyrical prowess to address social issues and unite communities. MNGNY, known for providing a platform for all artist across the Pacific and Asia. Together, they bring a fresh new sound whilst inspiring positive change with every beat.

This is a free event and there are no bookings required. All welcome.

MARIKIT SANTIAGO: WE EAT THIS BREAD

Image at top: Artist Marikit Santiago in front of her artwork Apple of My Eye, collaboration with Nick Pedulla, oil acrylic and pen on found cardboard (pen and paint markings by Maella, Santi and Sarita Santiago), 2020.

Image bottom right: Musician Esky Escandor

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1A First Street,  2284  View in Google Maps

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1A First Street ,  2284

1A First Street ,  2284

Closing Celebration Marikit Santiago: We Eat This Bread