Image courtesy of Bidewell Photography

New Mexico is blessed with so many overwhelmingly talented people and sometimes putting together a conceptual piece of art can take a village of these artists. While Miraculum is a show compiled from multiple photographers, models and stylists, it is all manifested and executed through the vision of the walking sculpture herself, Felicia Davis. The exhibition's name comes from the small red fruit, the miracle berry, which contains miraculin and causes taste receptors to interpret flavors to be far sweeter than normal. Felicia hopes to alter the receptors of viewers, making this alternate reality of photographs that much sweeter. Each image in the collection is unaltered, captured portrait-style. Stop by Strangeflock Gallery on Friday, Feb. 1 at 4:30pm for the opening reception and a meet and greet with collective of artists that contributed to this show. It is on display through Feb. 28 for all ages, though there is implied nudity in many of the images. Take in all of the magic for free.

  (Mayo Lua de Frenchie)

Image by Kyle Froman

The Alvin Ailey Company is historically one of the most poignant dance companies in the world with an intentionally and beautifully inclusive selection of dancers, choreographers and culture of powerful movement. Ailey led the original incarnation of the ensemble to fame in New York, breaking barriers and destroying people's perceptions of African Americans in dance, while holding true to the culture that fueled his creative expression. Ailey II was created by Ailey's current creative director, Troy Powell for aspiring young dancers to keep the Ailey legacy alive and in the forefront of modern dance. Popejoy Hall hosts this legendary company in a one night only performance on Tuesday, Feb. 19 at 7:30pm. This is a wonderful opportunity to flood young dancers with inspiration at this all ages show with tickets ranging from $25 to $49 plus a few fees. (Mayo Lua de Frenchie)