My feminist boner
TRAILER
Has the beauty industry gone too far? Fierce and funny, Sarah Blanc breaks down the rules of beauty in her one-woman dance comedy show. Make yourself snotless, chinless, fatless, become a contour connoisseur and test out beauty contraptions. Expect movement, boybands and conversations with her Dad. This is the story of how the world has helped Sarah grow her «feminist boner»
Moxie Brawl is a politically charged, spicy inclusive dance theatre company. Led by Neurodivergent Council Estate Princess, Sarah Blanc- a multidisciplinary renegade artist who understands the power the arts holds for radical change, they fuse dance, fashion and music into theatrical works that inspire audiences of all ages.
Following the performance on 14.5. there will be a discussion with the artists at 21:45.
Easy Read
Women have to do a lot to be beautiful. But in a way that no-one can tell that they are doing something for it. This show tells various stories about this with lots of humour.
Surtitles
The English spoken text is surtitled in German and English. The surtitles do not contain any additional information about sounds and music.
For people with mobility disabilities
The Tojo Theater is wheelchair accessible. There are cobblestones and a few small thresholds on the way to the auditorium. The theater has a barrier-free toilet.
Relaxed Performance
This is a Relaxed Performance.
Freedom of movement and audience noises are explicitly welcome. You are welcome to take breaks at any time, leave the theatre hall, and return when you’re ready.
Alternative seating (seats, cushions, etc.) is available. Beanbags are available in the front row for you to sit on. You can sit, lie down, or change seats during the performance.
Please note that Relaxed Performances focus on adapting the theatre environment, not the content of the performance. Check the content notes and sensory trigger warnings for further details.
Content notes
The production deals with the societal pressures placed on women to conform to beauty standards, addressing body image, food and eating disorders, and the commodification of women’s bodies through satirical exaggeration and personal storytelling.
This production contains sexual references, rage expression, references to fasism symbolism and This production contains unsettling imagery.
This production features interaction with the audience. Participation is entirely optional.
Sensory Triggers
Fake blood
Loud noises and sounds
High energy performance
Special Check-In
We offer a special check-in option. If for any reason you'd like to avoid the crowded foyer, require a specific seat, assistance due to a mobility impairment, or would like to be picked up at the bus stop, please contact us in advance. A member of our team will accompany you according to your needs. Register: checkin@auawirleben.ch
Access Friend
At the Tojo Theatre Access Friends welcome audiences and are available before, during, and after performances. These people are identified and wear purple vests. Questions about accessibility can be directed to the Access Friends.
Social Story
Social stories are used as a tool to prepare people for a public event, such as a theater performance. Our social stories provide a detailed description of what to expect at the venue and the customs that apply there. You can find the (German) PDF of the «My feminist boner» social story here.
- Co-Director, Performer
- Sarah Blanc
- Co-Director
- Anwar Russell
- Designer
- Lauren Bridle
- Production Manager/Relighter
- Emily Winsor
- Mentors
- Rebecca Crookshank, Bryony Kimmings
Many thanks to an Morven Mulgrew, Jemima Hoadley, Samuel Morrison and My Dad, Sadlers Wells, The Place, Fiona Cressey, Justin Nott, Paul Bryce and Sheena Khanna
Supported with funding from funding from Grants for the Arts from Arts Council England and artsdepot and support from Jacksons Lane and Candoco Dance Company.