12 Minutes Max: ESP

DiverseWorks is excited to present a new edition of 12 Minutes Max on May 15 and 16, 2025, organized by the DiverseWorks Artist Advisory Committee at the historic DeLUXE Theater in Fifth Ward.

A short-form performance showcase for new and in-progress works up to twelve minutes long, 12 Minutes Max: ESP is presented over two evenings with a unique line-up each night. Lead artists are: Aveda Adara, Mashal Awais, Emilio Carrera, Shelby Craze, Eli Greene, Loren Holmes, Koomah, Alexandra Lechin, Adele Nickel, Corey De’Juan Sherrard Jr., Jadd Tank, and Isabella Mireles Vik. The full schedule for each night will be released in the coming weeks.

The theme of the showcase revolves around the initials ESP. What is ESP? “Experimental short performances,” “extra-sensory perception,” “extra saucy pasta,” “every sexy person,” or simply “enjoy something performative”—it’s up to you. There are no parameters for performers in this distinctive show.