To Represent, indagations about queer artists in Honduras

Abstract

The following article is an inquiry into the situation of cuir artists in Honduras, highlighting their position as subalterns in the cultural sphere. It discusses how cuir artists face institutional exclusions and struggle for recognition in a context where cultural institutions and the state promote ideologies that do not reflect their values. It is pointed out that cultural institutions act as ventriloquists by representing the voice of cuir artists without allowing them real participation. In addition, it examines the problem of representation in the cuir arts, which faces obstacles due to institutional agendas and censorship. The text also raises the inclusion of cuir artists as a form of resistance and transgression, but points out how this inclusion can be controlled by institutions. It highlights the importance of understanding the complex dynamics of power and representation to address the challenges faced by cuir artists in Honduras.