Instinct #21 | Heroes Killing Snakes

Heroes Killing Snakes
staged reading by Clément des Ligneris

Theo, a young kinkster, shares the story of his lover killed by erotic hanging. With the help of a partner, Paul, they reenact scenes from the incident, the trial that ensued, BDSM sessions and intimate memories. But in their search for meaning and the recreation of these painful episodes, the duo seem to progressively lose sense of who they are. ​Heroes Killing Snake is a pervert’s guide to grief.

Theater and BDSM are used here as equal tools of spiritism, a way to converse with the dead, and perhaps uncover how they constantly activate us, through memories and transmission.

• text by Clément des Ligneris
• duration: 60 minutes
• actors: Robin Cadet as Théo & Brandon Jones as Paul
• visuals by Victor Luque
• intimacy coordinator: William St Leger
• with the support of Peter Cant, Ahmed El Gendy & instinct.berlin

Clément des Ligneris is a French writer based in Berlin. His work explores issues related to contemporary sexual identities, the influence of new technologies on sexuality, cybersex, and virtual subcultures.
He approaches writing from a multidisciplinary perspective, working across theatrical forms, novels, screenplays, and articles. He earned a Master’s degree in Creative Writing from Paris 8 University in 2022.

General information
Content warning: This event/exhibition contains explicit sexual content and depictions/themes of violence. Some material may be disturbing and is not suitable for all audiences. Recommended for ages 18+.

Language: English
Ticket are also available at the door

This event takes place as part of the Instinct #21 exhibition. More information: https://www.instinct.berlin/