Tuulia Soininen's raw and intimate solo performance exploring the aftermath of sexual violence through feminist performance art and embodied storytelling.
Blending physical intensity with poetic imagery, After challenges dominant narratives of victimhood.
Inspired by modern day rape myths and mythical depictions of women, After invites audiences into a complex journey of reclaiming agency. Fleshy, darkly humorous and deeply moving, After is a powerful testament to the role of art in making the unspeakable visible.
Following the performances, there will be an audience discussion, during which audience members are welcome to stay and discuss the feelings and thoughts the performance has evoked.
Content notes
partial nudity, not suitable for children
Previous performances
20.5.2025 COMMA festival, Tilburg, Netherlands
26.7.2025 Sysäys festival, Orivesi, Finland
25.9.2025 Zugzwang festival, Klagenfurt, Austria
Dramaturg Meri-Maija Näykki
Artistic mentor Elina Pirinen
Research mentor Mariella Greil
Advance photos Miina Puolitaival
Performance photos Ville Kurki, Jona Harnischmacher
The work has been supported by Yrjö Sirola foundation and Fontys & Codarts Netherlands
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