In this talk we discuss the history of the Dandy, its relevance to fashion, arts, drag and theatre today and how we might learn from this playful archetype to further embody our own inner Dandy.
Archives: Projects
Cabaret Culture
In this talk we delve into a world where the outlandish is ordinary and the ordinary seems outlandish, of clowns and comics, dancers and dreamers, of performance just below street level or in a tucked away attic up many flights of seemingly endless stairs. Join us as we discuss who what where when how and why is Cabaret.
Poetry Reading: Humanity
In collaboration with Book Club Bunch we are excited to announce our next poetry reading evening! Join us as we delve into literary works and enjoy masterpieces read out loud by amazing actors! In December we will focus on poems exploring ideas of Humanity.
Poetry Reading: Freedom
In collaboration with Book Club Bunch we are excited to announce our next poetry reading evening! Join us as we delve into literary works and enjoy masterpieces read out loud by amazing actors! In November we will focus on poems exploring ideas of Freedom.
Poetry Reading: Consumption
In collaboration with Book Club Bunch we are excited to announce our next poetry reading evening! Join us as we delve into literary works and enjoy masterpieces read out loud by amazing actors! In October we will focus on poems exploring ideas of Consumption.
Poetry Reading: Peace
In collaboration with Book Club Bunch we are excited to announce our next poetry reading evening! Join us as we delve into literary works and enjoy masterpieces read out loud by amazing actors! In September we will focus on poems exploring ideas of Peace.
A Golden Dawn: magic, mystery and madness at the turn of the 20th century
Join us as we explore the occult subcultures of the fin de siecle and uncover their stories. We will talk about their symbolism and rituals in the context of historical coloniality and militarism.
Japanese Calligraphy: Ending
Although the combination of characters means 'ending', but it also signifies a connection to a new beginning. Join Azumi Uchitani’s Calligraphy class for a contemplative session on kanji Shu.
Japanese Calligraphy: Comfort
Japanese gardens, meditation practice, tea ceremony or origami folding - Japanese culture offers countless possibilities to bring our attention to the moment and find roots and comfort in the mundane. Join the next Calligraphy class with Azumi Uchitani as she takes you on a journey seeking for comfort.
Japanese Calligraphy: Righteousness
Gi is one of the basic principles that applies to samurai (a warrior) it's an attitude to serve to the higher, to the family, to the community where you belong by making a moral decisions with compassion. Join our next Japanese Calligraphy class with Azumi Uchitani and discover different shades and meanings of Gi in traditional and modern Japan.