Franko B
Posted 13 Nov 2009 13:34 GMT
I'M THINKING OF YOU (version 2)
8pm & 8.45pm. Tickets £8.00 (£6.00 concessions)
Followed by Postshow Discussion
(Fri 13 Nov led by Lois Keidan. Sat 14 Nov led by Ron Athey)
UK Premiere
I'm Thinking of You presents a surreal, dreamlike image... a romantic vision of childhood fantasy and abandon. The body is central, but we are also presented with objects and music, which converge to take the viewer through a contemplative, personal experience.
The first inspiration for I'm Thinking of You came from a childhood object, which Franko B made into a sculpture, altered for safe use by adults. The idea was to allow adults to play, to forget their problems, to let go, or just to have fun - in the same way that children are allowed to. Over time, and with engagement with the composer, Helen Ottaway, the idea has developed, with Franko using performance and music as a means to create his desired image. I'm Thinking Of You is performed by Franko B with live music composed and performed by Helen Ottaway.
Franko B was born in Milan and has lived in London since 1979. He has been creating work across video, photography, performance, painting, installation, sculpture and mixed media since 1990. He has performed at the Tate Modern, ICA, South London Gallery and Beaconsfield. He has presented work internationally in Zagreb, Mexico City, Milan, Amsterdam, Antwerp, Copenhagen, Madrid and Vienna, Tate Liverpool and most recently at the Palais des Beaux-Arts, Brussels, Belgium and the Crawford municipal gallery in Cork, Ireland. Franko B lectures widely, including at St. Martins School of Art, DasArt, New York University, Accademia Di Belle Arti and the Courtauld Institute of Art.
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Doghouse
Posted 14 Oct 2009 13:34 GMT
Doghouse now on DVD and Blu-ray!
The battle of the sexes just got bloody in the outrageously funny comedy-horror, Doghouse, from award-winning director Jake West (Evil Aliens) and starring Danny Dyer (The Football Factory, Severance) and BAFTA Award-winner Noel Clarke (Adulthood, Kidulthood). Doghouse is released on Blu-ray and DVD on the 12 October, 2009, from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.
The cast boasts a host of other British talent including Stephen Graham (The Damned United, This Is England), Lee Ingleby (Place of Execution), Emil Marwa (East is East), Keith-Lee Castle (Young Dracula), Neil Maskell (Rise of the Footsoldier, The Football Factory), Christina Cole (Lost in Austen), Adele Silva (Emmerdale), Tree Carr (Evil Aliens), Emily Booth (Zone Horror) and Billy Murray (Rise of the Footsoldier, Eastenders).
The DVD and Blu-ray are packed with a host of bonus material including hysterically funny bloopers, deleted scenes, an audio commentary and a Making Of feature.
Tiger Lillies Freak Show Album
Posted 5 Aug 2009 15:30 GMT
Tiger Lillies Freak Show Album
The Tiger Lillies have been one of Torture Garden's favourite bands for may years, stretching back to when they first performed at TG around 1994. They've had an amazing career and have won an Olivier Award, been nominated for a Grammy and tour constantly all around the world.
They now have over 26 albums which can be daunting for those new to their music, so we'd highly recommend their new double album Freakshow - which is perfect for a TG crowd.
Check out the main track from the album - The Freeks - as the soundtrack to TG TV's video clip on TG's website homepage.
Exquisite Bodies
Posted 5 Aug 2009 15:30 GMT
Exquisite Bodies @ The Wellcome Trust
www.wellcomecollection.org
Check out the new Exquisite Bodies exhibition at the excellent Wellcome Museum, which reveals 19th century anatomical models that were displayed to titillate as well as educate, and combined serious science and fairground horror.
In the 19th century, despite the best efforts of body snatchers, the demand from medical schools for fresh cadavers far outstripped the supply. One solution to this gruesome problem came in the form of lifelike wax models. These models often took the form of alluring female figures that could be stripped and split into different sections. Other models were more macabre, showing the body ravaged by 'social diseases' such as venereal disease, tuberculosis and alcohol and drug addiction.
Also check out the amazing permanent Wellcome Collection if you haven't seen it yet.
Viktoria Modesta
Posted 30 June 2009 22:30 GMT
Viktoria Modesta - New Website Launched
www.viktoriamodesta.com
Model, Stylist, Hair & Make-up Artist, Celebrity Hostess and Singer / Songwriter - Viktoria Modesta has just launched a brand new website (designed and made by her) showcasing her diverse talents and most importantly her latest music project which reveals a new side to her not seen before!
Many of you will know her as Torture Garden Clothing's house model & fashion show stylist, Bizarre & Skin Two cover girl, and partner of David TG.
Her work covers the fetish, vintage pin-up and high fashion scenes.
Check out the fantastic range of photos by many of the worlds best photographers and a preview of her 2 new music tracks with an electro / rockabilly / pop vibe.
Also check out her track on You Tube and make sure to comment and rate it!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kce5PpIA96I
If you want to a get a closer look @ Viktoria's updates she's on Myspace, Facebook & Twitter:
She's taking over the world!!!
Kinky Beds
Posted 23 May 2009 12:30 GMT
www.kinkybeds.com
A masssive thank you www.kinkybeds.com who have supplied the RED mirror bed at our Valentines Party as well as at the birthday ball.
RED (Restraint Engineered Designs) have created a unique designer bed that's also a stunning fantasy structure for your bedroom or playroom, where you can feed your passion and explore your wildest personal erotic fantasies. Dare to experience new sensations with the ultimate kinky bed.
The Fetish Saloon
Posted 23 May 2009 12:30 GMT
www.thefetishsaloon.com
Fetish Saloon were our proud sponsors of the International Fetish Ball. They have been regular official photographers at TG events in the UK and around the world.
The photographic team of The Fetish Saloon travel the world to bring you intimate, intense images from many of the planet's exciting fetish events.
The Fetish Saloon is a hub of information for all those interested or involved in the fetish community. Their Events/Calendar page features fetish events from around the globe. Their Event Galleries page shows some of our own photographic explorations into the world of fetishistic erotica. And Their discussion board is a place for the fetish community to meet and share. They also have a running blog where you can read about our shoots and the events that inspire them.
TG Birthday Flyer Photographers
Posted 6 May 2009 01:00 GMT
The TG Birthday Ball flyer featured some 4 amazing main images by 4 great photographers.
Check out more of their work!
The main Birthday Weekend flyer cover was:
Lena Love by Peter Tamlin www.petertamlin.com / Hair and Makeup by: Kenny lee
The International Fetish Ball:
Nadya Lev www.nadyalev.com / Model: Scar
Map and Birthday Ball:
www.highglossdolls.com
Boudoir:
Phantom Orchid www.phantomorchid.com / Corset, Stylist & MUA: Bibian Blue www.bibianblue.com / Model: Baby PinUp
High Gloss Dolls
Posted May 16, 2008 11:00 GMT
The best latex photography currently in the scene, featuring the fashion designs of Fraulein Ehrhardt. As recently seen on the cover of the TG International Ball flyer, and on the map of the TG Birthday Ball flyer.
TG Flyer Photographers
Posted May 16, 2008 11:00 GMT
Check out the excellent photography by 3 photographers recently featured on Torture Garden flyers: