In de Bosjes is a multimedia experiential installation by artist and theater maker Barnaby Savage. Since 2020, Barnaby has dedicated his efforts to researching the history of cruising in The Netherlands as part of his ongoing project Cruise Verhalen. His work specifically explores the pursuit of and engagement in sexual encounters in public spaces. Drawing from archival materials, audio snippets from interviews with cruisers, visual fragments, and construction materials, In de Bosjes brings together these elements to evoke a living archive of queer histories.
Opening times:
Thursday 4th 16:00–20:00
Friday 5th 16:00–20:00
Saturday 6th 15:00–19:00
Opening Night Talk–Cruise Verhalen: Intimacy, Resistance & Consent
Date: Thursday 4th
Time: 19:00–20:00
MenAsWell invites you to an honest, open conversation about sexual safety in public spaces, with a focus on cruising, the practice of seeking out anonymous sexual encounters in public or semi-public places. Cruising is often dismissed, criminalized, or fetishized, yet it remains a vibrant cultural practice within queer communities that challenges norms around sexuality, visibility, and space.
This dialogue session will be hosted by Michael O’Dea, Programme Coordinator at MenAsWell, in conversation with artist and researcher Barnaby Savage, creator of Cruise Verhalen, a growing audio archive of memories, encounters, and reflections on cruising as both an act of intimacy and resistance.
Kink and Consent Masterclass: Long Term Play Partners
Date: Saturday the 6th
Time: 15:00–17:00
Hookups can be fun, but they can also leave us feeling empty. This workshop offers guidance for creating longer-lasting sexual partnerships that balance connection, intimacy, and pleasure. Through a semi-structured conversation, participants will explore the key ingredients for sustaining playful and fulfilling relationships. Including communicating needs, setting boundaries, and practicing consent. By the end, you’ll gain insight into your desires and practical tools to nurture meaningful sexual connections. This workshop will be given by FFabio.