"The Ascension" begins after an electoral process in which a far-right populist political force is elected to govern a country.

It imagines the rise of authoritarianism and illiberalism in a state in democratic recession. It encourages the imagination of alternative scenarios where democracy is collectively strengthened, human dignity is unassailable and (mis)information is critically processed.

The voice is enriched by an exclusive composition, supported by organic instruments which, through a diversity of melodic textures, give depth and life to the narrative.

Initiative selected by the 12th World Forum for Democracy as a nominee for the 2024 Democracy Innovation Award (Strasbourg, France).

Facilitation and Narrative: Sérgio Xavier
Soundscapes and  Instrumentation: RUMAR/Rui Martins (guest musician)

Sensitive content: suicide, sexual abuse, homophobia, animal cruelty, explicit language.