Event description
At Corpse Couture we offer you a hands-on experience of what it might be like to dress your person after they have died. The practice of caring for the bodies of our deceased has almost been lost in Western colonial culture. We're here to change that narrative in the most queer way possible. Join us in this experimental matinee of mock mourning of "Project Runway meets palliative care"
We're gay for consent, access and inclusion so start by co-creating safety guides for the session between you and your corpse. Our corpses are real humans! people who have created a story and wardrobe for you to practice your craft! Meet your 'Chosen family' who you will work with to fulfil their dying wishes. Our crew will offer instructions on how to dress your corpse before we start the timer....
After the dressing, we will hold yarning circles to share your learnings and hear from our corpses about their experience from ‘the other side’
Bring: Your creativity, curiosity, and enthusiasm to help us develop this project.
Dress: Comfortably as you may kneel and move bodies as they lay on the floor.
Snacks and drinks will be provided towards the last hour of the event
ACCESSIBILTY at Studio Take Care
No one will be turned away for lack of funds. If you require assistance with transport to/from the event email Hini or Alex at queerasdeathcollective@gmail.com.
You are welcome to attend as a spectator rather than an active participant - please let us know in the comments. We can't offer private quiet space but there is a courtyard at the rear.
Event is alcohol and drug free, children and under 18yo are welcome to attend with guardian supervision. Assistance animals are welcome.
Air purifiers will be in operation in the space. Masking when possible is appreciated
There is 1 accessibility park within 20m of the entry. Wheelchair access is at the rear of building, Venue and bathrooms are wheelchair accessible
Toilets will have gender-neutral signage.
Video will be taken throughout, you can opt out of appearing in this footage by wearing of a wristband signifier provided on the day. Personal photos are welcome but please no flash.
Getting here:
Tram: 1 or 6 - stop at Glenlyon Rd/Lygon St (200m walk)
Bus: 506 - top at Glenlyon Rd/Lygon St (200m walk)
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