– PLAY –
– EMBRACE –
This workshop is open to duos and solo attendees who are open to being paired up with another solo person. Sign ups are per person— buy two tickets if you are coming as a couple. Move from “that was nice” to “I can’t stop thinking about that”
Thursday May 28,
19:00 – 22:00
Berlin, Studio Stellar
€ 75 / Person
The Art of Being Unforgettable
There’s a kind of play that stays with you. Not because of what was done, but because of how deeply you were seen. This workshop is for the people who want to learn how to do that, to read a partner with precision, get inside their head, and create the kind of charged, intimate exchange that lingers long after the scene is over.
We borrow from an unlikely source: Sanford Meisner, the legendary acting teacher whose famous definition of his craft was living truthfully under imaginary circumstances. His repetition exercise trains people to drop the performance, sit in real emotion, and respond instinctively to whatever the other person is giving them. It happens to be exactly the skill set that makes erotic play feel alive instead of choreographed.
Together we’ll move from the verbal into the deeply non-verbal, practising how to stay grounded in yourself while staying tuned to your partner’s breath, micro-expressions, and shifts. You’ll learn to take off your own masks a little, let go of the resistance to vulnerability and big feelings, and look your partner in the eye without flinching.
Through guided exercises, you’ll practise:
We may use rope as one of the tools to play with during the workshop, but this is not a rope workshop and no Shibari knowledge is required. The skills you’ll take home apply across any kind of intimate play.
No prior rope, acting, or scene experience required. Just curiosity, openness, and a real interest in other human beings.
Anna Noctuelle brings over twenty years of practice and an international teaching career in Shibari, intimacy, and somatic work. Grounded in classical dance, choreography, and authentic movement, she teaches with a focus on presence, emotional attunement, and creating space for what people are afraid to express. She is the creator of Shibari Score Notation, co-hosts the podcast Model Behaviour, and co-founded Studio Ma in London. Her wider work extends into Tantra, Reiki, and intimacy coaching.
→ https://www.anna-noctuelle.com/
Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely. The focus is on learning, experience, and creative expression – not on erotic performance. Clothes stay on at all times.
What should we wear?
Something light and comfortable. See the dresscode above for details on giving and receiving.
Is this workshop suitable for complete beginners?
Yes. This class is designed for beginners with no previous experience. All you need is openness, clear communication with your partner, and a willingness to learn.
Do I need to bring a partner?
No. Exercises happen in rotating pairs and small groups, so solo participants and couples are equally welcome. If you come with a partner you are welcome to practice with them throughout or you may choose to rotate as well.
Is there a changing room?
Yes. You can change in one of the two bathrooms or in a designated changing room next to the workshop space.
Is there parking nearby?
Yes, there’s paid street parking directly outside and the smaller crossing streets nearby. Finding available spots might take some time, so please arrive in good time if you’re coming by car. The venue is easily accessible via Ubahns U8 to Schönleinstraße (5 minute walk) or U7 to Südstern (10 minute walk) or with the M41 Bus to Graefestraße.
Can we ask questions before the event?
Of course. For any last-minute questions, email us at ena@spnkd.com and our team will respond promptly.
Interested in the best handmade SPNKD ropes? We have beautiful Shibari rope sets. Take a look at our webshop, or buy sets directly at our workshop.