Sin X... — Dasniya Sommer - Maв€љ15' {idiosinkrazija}-

: The artist ties herself and eventually hangs suspended in the air from a hook, aiming to achieve a state of "mental silence". Philosophical and Aesthetic Context

The performance is a solo piece by Berlin-based choreographer and dancer Dasniya Sommer . First performed in 2011, it is a 20-minute work that explores the intersection of Japanese rope bondage ( Shibari ) and classical ballet. Core Performance Elements Dasniya Sommer - Maв€љ15' {idiosinkrazija}- sin x...

: The piece deconstructs traditional body concepts by combining the discipline of classical dance with the structural constraints of rope. : The artist ties herself and eventually hangs

: Sommer approaches Shibari without traditional gender roles or fetishized aesthetics, focusing instead on structural and philosophical aspects. : The act of self-tying in this piece

: Her work often reflects her theoretical studies in philosophy, analytical feminism, and ethics.

: The act of self-tying in this piece is intended to remove the hierarchical, sexualized dynamics often associated with bondage, focusing instead on self-exploration. Key Performance History Oct 8, 2011 Ljubljana, Slovenia

Stara elektrarna (Old Power Station) as part of the City of Women Festival Leeds, England Vox Event Space near Leeds City Centre Dasniya Sommer – Artist biography - ImPulsTanz Festival