Mira Göksel

Lokma (kronolojikal displays of celebration, from birth to grief) is a three part, evening length multidisciplinary/dance piece by Mira Göksel, in residence at the BCA DanceLab (2024-2025). Lokma explores Turkish and Islamic traditions for observing and honoring stereotypically significant milestones in life; ie. birth, unions of love, and death. The research for Lokma is heavily concentrated in knowledge passed down almost solely through word of mouth. Through conversations over tea with elders, family members, old neighbors, and the occasional digital search to debunk intense superstitions; Lokma is about the strength and expression of community as love. The upcoming section of Lokma (pt.3) is about the celebration around death, burial, and mourning. How we water graves, tend to loved ones experiencing grief, and the lifelong customs we follow to honor those who have passed.