Cusi Wasi
or "House of Happiness" in Quechua is an Urubamba-based
group that has been interpreting and performing Peruvian myths
and folklore since 1992. “The Gods of the Andes”
is a dramatic presentation that evokes Inca and Spanish traditions
and features vibrant costumes, dancing and singing.
Narrated by
a woman named Wayra Tica or “Flower of the
Wind,” the play tells the story of a time long ago when
people forgot their traditions, forgot how to live in harmony
with themselves and nature. Seeing this, the Gods intervene.
Inti, the Sun, Pachamama, the Earth, Mama
Killa, the Moon, and Illapa, God of Thunder,
meet and clash when they hear th fighting,
the people
are reminded of the presence of the gods, and remember their
culture and traditions. They begin to sing and dance again
and so invoke Ekeko, the god of abundance and prosperity
who dances with them and brings them good luck.
Finally, a
sacred fire comes and Wayra Tica, the villagers and
the Gods, dance, cleansed and purified. An evocative mixture
of color, light, fire, music and words, performed at night
in the Sol & Luna Ranch. Arranged upon request.
