Fannie Sosa

Fannie Sosa is an internationally acclaimed interdisciplinary artist and somatic practitioner, holding a Ph.D. in Gender and Social Science from Lille III University. Renowned for their groundbreaking work around sacral dances such as twerk, Sosa employs vibrational and sonic technologies, coupled with movement practices, to explore pleasurable methodologies that liberate the body and contribute to the transformative power of art.

Sosa’s sculptural and choreographic pieces have graced renowned institutions like the MoMA, Tate Modern, the Ford Foundation and the Volksbuhne, demonstrating an ability to captivate audiences and provoke critical reflection. Notable projects in their repertoire include Black Power Naps, Choir of the Slain, and Melanate the Tate.

At the intersection of art and social justice, Sosa has authored thought-provoking publications featured in prestigious international platforms such as Dazed Magazine, i-D, Noisey, Paper Magazine, Schön Magazine, Afropunk, The Fader, and Gal-Dem. Their written works, including contributions to The 3D Additivist Cookbook (2016), How To Sleep Faster x Arcadia Missa (2016), and Afropean Mimicry and Mockery in Theatre, Performance, and Visual Arts (2018), exploring topics ranging from institutional inclusivity to the origins of patriarchy and the intersection of bio-hacking with afro-diasporic identities.

Their written works, including contributions to The 3D Additivist Cookbook (2016), How To Sleep Faster x Arcadia Missa (2016), and Afropean Mimicry and Mockery in Theatre, Performance, and Visual Arts (2018), exploring topics ranging from institutional inclusivity to the origins of patriarchy and the intersection of bio-hacking with afro-diasporic identities.

Beyond the artistic realm, Sosa has written for TV and offered professional development training and consultancy for organizations such as Performance Space New York, Mousonturm, and the MoMA. Their impact is not only felt within the art world but also in shaping inclusive and equitable spaces for artists and audiences alike.