Five Scenes Across Five Centuries
Scene 1
1519
The Paralyzing Prophecy
The Aztec Court in Tenochtitlán. Moctezuma is pacing. The atmosphere is tense.
3 historical artworks
Scene 2
1531
The Fifth Sun
A split stage. Bishop Zumárraga sits at a desk (exhausted/frustrated). Juan Diego stands on the other side (hopeful).
3 historical artworks
Scene 3
1810–1821
The Cry for Freedom
A balcony in Dolores. Father Hidalgo holds a bell rope.
3 historical artworks
Scene 4
1920s
The Storm of Swords
A sterile government office vs. a rugged field.
3 historical artworks
Scene 5
1940s – Present
The Portable Homeland
A border crossing. A worker carries a simple suitcase.
3 historical artworks