Sabbath Queen Gathering

On April 10, the exhibition JEWESS by Danielle Durchslag hosts a special evening inspired by Mimouna, the vibrant Sephardi Jewish celebration marking the end of Passover—a moment of renewal, abundance, and joyful gathering. Traditionally opening homes to friends and strangers alike, Mimouna honors a return to shared pleasure, sweetness, and community.

The evening will feature a live performance by Danielle Durchslag as her iconic character the Sabbath Queen. Durchslag's performance work blends ritual, satire, and contemporary cultural reflection. Through this performative lens, ancestral traditions are reimagined with irreverence and depth.

Following the performance, guests will be invited to partake in a generous buffet prepared by Chef Lucien Zayan, centered on wheat and freshly baked breads, symbolizing the end of dietary restrictions and the reintroduction of leavened foods. In the spirit of Mimouna, the table becomes a site of openness and exchange—an invitation to gather, taste, and celebrate together.

IMPORTANT: This meal will not follow the Kosher law. There will be no pork or shellfish.