This workshop offers a creative journey into the heart of Día de Muertos. We’ll trace the history of the tradition, explore its symbols and rituals, and examine how its aesthetics—altars, costumes, masks, and processions—shape the way stories are told in performance. Through guided discussions and visual examples, students will learn how this celebration blends remembrance, community, and artistry. By the end, you’ll walk away with a deeper cultural understanding and fresh creative inspiration that you can bring into your own performance or design practice.
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Our instructors are internationally recognized experts in their fields, each bringing unique perspectives and extensive experience. Learn more about them below.
Sol Kellan (Mexico City, 1987) is a costume designer and makeup artist working across theater, circus, dance, and music. She studied at CENTRO and holds a Master’s in Industrial Design from UNAM. Some of her clientes include Gilles Ste-Croix (Cirque du Soleil founder), Netflix, Vogue and Natalia Lafourcade. She was a finalist at World Stage Design (2022, 2025) and World of Wearable Art (2024). Notable projects include Jesus Christ Superstar, Joseph and the amazing technicolor dreamcoat and the 2021 Day of the Dead Parade. In 2017, she created Lacuna, el circo de todos, and in 2023 premiered the ballet LEO, a ballet based upon Leonora Carrington premiered at the Palace of Fine Arts in México. Recently in 2025 she created costumes, make up and props for the aniversary of the 700 years of Tenochtitlán for the Mexican presidency.
This beginner-friendly workshop is open to everyone—whether you share Mexican ancestry, are simply curious about the tradition, or are enthusiastic about costume and design. No prior background in design, theatre, or cultural studies is required. We’ll guide you step by step through the history, symbolism, and aesthetics of Día de Muertos, connecting them to performance and creative practice. By the end, you’ll have a deeper appreciation for the cultural significance of the celebration and practical inspiration you can carry into your own artistic journey. All you need is an open mind and a willingness to explore.
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