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The phrase true colors has a nautical origin dating back to the 1700s and refers to the color of the flag that ships at sea were required to fly. Pirates deceived other ships by sailing under false flags so they would not arouse suspicion. Thinking that the pirates were friendly, other ships sailed close to them and fell under their grip. It was only after an attack that the pirates showed their “true flag.” And so it continues, albeit with negative connotations, that the expression true colors has long been an identifying badge.

When I came upon Cyndi Lauper’s eponymous song, her interpretation inspired me to reflect on true colors as characteristics that were hidden because of retribution or disapproval from others. Right up my alley! This work is an invitation to be intimate with your own true colors.

It is a great honor to reunite with Butoh artist Constance Humphries, Projection designer Adam Larsen, and Sound composer Kima Moore for this collaborative project at Revolve. - Linda Larsen