On Abolishing the Family – and Finding Alternatives
With Lia Becker, Teresa Bücker, Sadie Lune, Emilia Roig, Hannah Schurian, Naya de Souza aka Lux Venérea, a video work by Annie Sprinkle & Beth Stephens, an embroidery station by Tatreez Berlin, a pop-up store by Other Nature and a book table by Odradek.
- Dialogue
- Film
- Performance
Recommended for age 16 and older
English / approx. 300 mins.
English / approx. 300 mins.
With the panel discussion between Sophie Lewis, Eva von Redecker and Eleonora Roldán Mendivil in February, HAU Hebbel am Ufer has already begun to think beyond the idealised concept of the family. Emilia Roig's publication “Das Ende der Ehe: Für eine Revolution der Liebe” (The End of Marriage: For a Revolution of Love) now takes centre stage as a continuation of this round of talks. In her book, the political scientist, non-fiction author and activist calls for an end to the patriarchal institution of marriage, which is romanticised and mythicised as the epitome of love. During the event, authors Emilia Roig and Lia Becker, the artist and sex worker Sadie Lune and others will discuss overcoming patriarchal family structures in favour of an expanded perspective on the democratisation of love, social reproduction and care work.
“Ecosexercise” – a video work by Annie Sprinkle and Beth Stephens, performed by Sadie Lune
The participatory workout “Ecosexercise” brings the ecosexual movement to HAU. In 2008, Beth Stephens and Annie Sprinkle married the earth. When it comes to saving the planet, the two argue, eros and love are more powerful – and more fun – than fear. The first wedding was followed by others: a blue wedding with the sky, a purple wedding with the moon, a white wedding with the snow and many more. “Ecosexercise” explores the question of how we relate to each other and how we want to connect with our environment.
“The T in Matrimony”: A stand-up performance by Naya de Souza aka Lux Venérea
Lux Venérea waits as a bride at the altar in a stand-up performance that will get you “engaged” in a ceremony of trans love, laughter and divorce. But love ain’t just love: It’s an institution. For Lux, if you like it “then you shoulda put a ring on it”, or at least an Aufenthaltserlaubnis. Like love at first sight, Lux’s captivating charisma and politically charged jokes will take on a comedic analysis about love, matrimony and most of all: Patrimony.
FROM 16:00 / Barfoyer
Tatreez Berlin
17:00–18:00
“Das Ende der Ehe: Für eine Revolution der Liebe” – Talk with Emilia Roig
Moderation: Hannah Schurian
18:00–18:30
“Ecosexercise” – video work by Annie Sprinkle and Beth Stephens, performed by Sadie Lune
19:00–20:30
“On Abolishing the Family – and Finding Alternatives”
Panel with Sadie Lune, Emilia Roig, Lia Becker, Teresa Bücker, Moderation: Margarita Tsomou
21:00–22:00
“The T in Matrimony” – Stand-up performance by Naya de Souza aka Lux Venérea
Dates
Past
Notes:
Due to the scenic setting, there are no conventional seating options.
An awareness team will be on site and can be contacted at any time.
Childcare is offered. Please contact us at anmeldung@hebbel-am-ufer.de to register.
Location
HAU1
Stresemannstr. 29, 10963 BerlinThere are two marked parking spots in front of the building. Access to the Parkett by means of a separate entrance with lift when necessary. Barrier-free restroom facilities are available. Tickets for wheelchair users and accompanying persons can be booked via the ticketing system. If you need any help, please contact our Ticketing & Service team at +49 (0)30 259004-27 or send us an email totickets@hebbel-am-ufer.de.
