Name: "Echoes of Justice" Borders Within: The Silent Cry of a Dreamer
Start: 2026-07-29T19:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-07-31T22:00:00-05:00
Location: Latino Cultural Center

“Echoes of Justice: Borders Within — The Silent Cry of a Dreamer” is a multidisciplinary dance-theater production sponsored by the City of Dallas Arts & Culture, the Law Office of Domingo Garcia, TACA, the Mexican American Bar Association, LULAC National Education Service Centers, Human Rights Dallas, the Law Office of Cristina Salazar, and Sylvana Avila & former State House Representative Roberto Alonzo. This powerful work delves into the life, dreams, and heartbreaking death of Joaquin Luna Jr., an undocumented 18-year-old whose suicide in 2011 became a poignant symbol of the challenges faced by immigrant youth.
The performance weaves together choreography, spoken word, and multimedia to highlight the intersection of systemic barriers, mental health stigma, and the human toll of the unresolved DREAM Act. It also shares the intertwined stories of Jocelynn Rojo Carranza and Gabriella Aporicio Ortega, two young girls who tragically took their lives last year due to bullying exacerbated by current immigration rhetoric. Together, their experiences form a compelling commentary on the struggles faced by marginalized communities, illuminating the urgent need for compassion and systemic change.
Through this production, audiences are invited to reflect on these intersecting narratives, fostering a deeper understanding of the emotional pain and resilience inherent in the immigrant experience. By combining the arts with advocacy, “Echoes of Justice” seeks to not only honor those whose lives are central to the story but also to inspire collective action towards a more compassionate and just society.