Spicy Storytime
2026-05-11 18:30 - 21:30 (America/Vancouver) | Studio Allegory, 386 Powell Street, Vancouver, V6A 1G4
Make yourselves comfortable, have a cup of tea or hot chocolate and listen to queer smut read to you live and in colour (and with an accent maybe).
This evening is all about the stories that tickle our brains, make us blush or cringe and if you want to hide under a blanket to listen… more physically… to the stories, that’s also fine.

QuIRKS - Queer International Rope & Kink Symposium
2026-05-08 - 2026-05-10
Welcome to Studio Allegory’s first Queer International Rope & Kink Symposium.
SOLD OUT – Waitlist available
Over the period of 3 days we will have 12 workshops and classes, 3 play parties, and plenty of time in between to connect with other queer, curious kinksters in our beautiful and accessible studio*.
Join us solo or bring your whole polycule and friends circle to experience a weekend full of exploration of kinks, sexualities, intimacies, and relationships.
You can expect a large variety of topics taught by international and local queer presenters whose approaches veer away the old tropes and clichés of a cis heteronormative world of kink and intimacy.
For all the info about the symposium, from presenters and their classes to program, useful resources and links, to publications after the conference, please have a look at the symposium’s resource hub:
Quirks Info Post

Please note: The symposium is happening during the whole weekend. The Intro session is mandatory for participants to ensure that everyone understands the house rules and the workings of the symposium. Any other session is voluntary. You don’t need to participate in everything. Our quiet room will be available during the symposium for people to retreat and the social area between the two workshop areas can be used, too, but the noise level needs to be reduced to a minimum to ensure the classes not getting disturbed.
Special event refund policy: Full refund (minus $5 administrative fee) available until 7 days prior to the start of the symposium. If you would like to sell/exchange your ticket with someone else, please let us know including the contact information of the new participant.

An Evening of Artists & Perverts
2026-05-07 18:30 - 21:30
The documentary film The Artist and the Pervert offers a profound and unflinching look into the private world of Mollena Haas-Williams and Georg Haas. Moleena, an African-American kink educator and activist, and Georg, a celebrated Austrian composer, share a life defined by a complex Power Exchange (D/s) relationship that defies easy categorization. Their partnership serves as a living canvas where the intersections of personal desire, historical trauma, and artistic expression are vividly painted.
As we immerse ourselves in their unique dynamic, we move beyond the surface of their domestic life to encounter the broader social structures that inform it. The narrative invites us to witness a delicate dance between control and surrender, set against a backdrop of racial identity and cultural difference. It is a rare opportunity to see how two individuals navigate the nuances of radical honesty while maintaining a deeply creative and disciplined bond.
Following our time spent within the atmosphere of their story, we will transition into a live discussion with the creators of the documentary, Beatrice and Renée, moderated by Andrea Rimon. This conversation aims to peel back the layers of the production process and the ethical considerations of capturing such an intimate terrain. We will delve into the film’s core themes—including the complexities of D/s, the impact of race on personal power, and the evolution of kink as a tool for liberation—allowing for a deeper interrogation of the boundaries between the public and the private.
Trailer

Self Tying with Amnesia Jane
2026-05-06 18:30 - 21:00
Nobody to tie with? Do it yourself!
Join Amnesia Jane every first Wednesday of the month to delve into the weird and wonderful world of self suspension.

A basic understanding of suspension lines is a prerequisite for this class.

Shibari - Intermediate
2026-05-05 18:30 - 21:30, 2026-04-28 18:30 - 21:30, 2026-04-21 18:30 - 21:30, 2026-04-14 18:30 - 21:30
In this training, we take the participants on a journey into the details of Shibari. Floorwork, suspensions, movement, and communication are at the centre in this training series.
Each month, we develop the skills via one dedicated rope pattern, which means that participants will work on the same pattern for a complete month. That helps solidifying the pattern as well as filling your toolboxes for elaborate and diverse rope scenes.

WomenTyingWomen
2026-05-04 18:30 - 21:30
Women Tying Women is a new rope jam at Studio Allegory that welcomes all self-identifying women — cis, trans, and non-binary folks comfortable in a space centering women.
Held on the first Monday of each month, these evenings are about connection, creativity, inspiration, and having fun with ropes in a safe(r) space.
All levels, bodies and curiosities are welcome. This rope jam isn’t a formal class, but a supportive space to grow, explore, and connect. If you’re looking to deepen your knowledge and broaden your skills, check out our rope classes!

Weekend Intro to Shibari
2026-05-02 12:00 - 17:00
Join us for a longer weekend class about the fundamentals of Shibari. This 5h (with one break) class will lead the participants from basically zero to beyond the basics. In easy understandable exercises, we cover basic knots, frictions, and hitches, safety considerations, as well as some fun, customizable patterns.
No prerequisites required but if you already know some basics, even better.

Spacetime - The Play Party
2026-05-01 20:00 - 2026-05-02 00:00, 2026-04-24 20:00 - 2026-04-25 00:00, 2026-04-17 20:00 - 2026-04-18 00:00
Spacetime is the weekly play jam at Studio Allegory. Come by and enjoy an open and welcoming atmosphere with other people. Connect with others, play, hang out, or get some inspiration from the wide range of possibilities.

All types of play welcome as long as they are in compliance with our guidelines (see below) as well as it “fits” the mood of the moment, i.e. please read the room before you start playing and check whether your play would have impact on others. Please bring your own equipment.

SpaceTime is included for certain memberships as well as for participants of that day’s “Intro to rope” course.
Masks recommended.

Intro to Shibari
2026-05-01 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-24 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-17 18:00 - 20:00
Intro to Rope Bondage is the first step for people interested in learning to tie with each other.
The emphasis of this course is to accompany the participants on their path into a joyful and safe practice of rope bondage, Shibari/Kinbaku. We go through basic techniques, knots & frictions, safety and consent, movement, communication, and artistic representation. Participants will be able to tie with each other in a joyful and interesting way. We understand each class as directed at both, the person in ropes as well as the person tying.
Curriculum

1st Friday per month: Single & Double column ties. The basic knots
2nd Friday per month: Frictions and Hitches. How to keep the ropes in place
3rd Friday per month: Upper body ties with multiple ropes – “Takate Kote”
4th Friday per month: Lower body ties – Hip harnesses
5th Friday per month: Wild card

All classes contain various aspects of safety and consent for shibari and other play.
Participants of the intro to rope series have free access to the open jam directly after the class.

Butts, anyone?
2026-04-30 18:30 - 21:30
Butts are great! They come in all shapes and forms and the best thing is, basically everyone has one which makes it one of the most straight forward gender neutral areas to play with. But that’s not everything – butts are great for all kinds of play and fuckery: Butts can be hit, they can be caressed, and you can stick things into them.
This is where this class takes off. Taught by a medical professional, this workshop invites you on a journey of exploring the butt, be it your own or that of another. We start with safety and hygiene considerations, go over some theoretical medical facts about nerves and sphincters, and then go into more in depth ways of having fun with that fantastic part of almost everyone’s body.

Shibari - Beyond the Basics
2026-04-29 18:30 - 21:30, 2026-04-22 18:30 - 21:30, 2026-04-15 18:30 - 21:30
You’ve taken the Intro classes, you know your single column from your double, and you’re ready for more — but jumping straight into “Ropes: All Levels” can feel like a big leap.
This class is designed to meet you right in the middle.
In this session, we slow things down and build the skills to help you become confident, capable rope players. You’ll refine your techniques, explore simple patterns with more intention, and start working with connection, communication. We offer a mix of hands-on guidance, practical exercises, and space to ask the questions that don’t quite fit into an intro class.
Perfect for anyone who wants to solidify their fundamentals, deepen their understanding, and feel ready to step into our full range of rope offerings.
Come build confidence, control, and creativity — one knot at a time.

Disabled Revolutionaries
2026-04-26 18:30 - 21:30
The role of disabled people in revolutionary struggle has been largely erased in the public memory. In truth, disabled people have played an important role in theorizing, planning, and enacting revolution across the globe; many of the great figures of history that you are already familiar with lived with significant chronic health conditions that informed their thinking and methods alike. Come and join us to learn about these lost histories, and the role that disabledness itself plays in shaping revolutionary consciousness and resolve.
There will be an open discussion and Q&A after the prepared portion, in which we will discuss how to adjust our tactics to fit our particular needs, limitations, and material conditions.
Below is a link to an audio outlining some of the guiding framework for this talk (15 mins)
https://on.soundcloud.com/y2Qz85kFF8T7tCNPg8
In House AND Virtual Event!
If you buy the virtual event ticket, you will get a zoom link per email 24h before the class starts. Everyone, in house participants as well as virtual participants will get access to the recording for 14 days after the event. Timezone is Pacific Standard Time.

Queer BIPOC Jam
2026-04-26 14:00 - 18:00
Our first ever intro to k!nk jam! The April edition of the BIPOC Jam will expand on a wild spectrum of k!nk, such as 📏impact play, 🫟wax play, 🪡ne*dle, 🤼‍♀️playfight, 🥃cupping, and more…You are welcome here as a teacher, a student, or both!
Please note that these skillshares are for demo only. Everyone is responsible for their own safety and further learning into the practices.
📆 Last Sunday of the month, April 26 , 2-6 pm
🦋 Things to Know:
– All levels welcome (many of our participants are newbies and we love that!)
– This is a masked event
– Come solo or in group, make new rope friends!
– Bring your ropes/toys, some loaner ropes are available on site.
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🍈 Accessibility: this space is wheel chair friendly, with a quite room and a small kitchen for tea.
🙏🏼 Partial proceeds will be donated to Sudan & Iran aid.
This series of events aims to create a safe and community-focused space for *Black, Indigenous and Persons of Color* who loves rope.
See you then!

Are masks mandatory?

Yes. Masks are mandatory to protect the most vulnerable members of our community. There will be masks available on-site. Be COVID-conscious: please stay home if you feel unwell and take a COVID test before arrival.

Kink & Rope First Aid
2026-04-26 10:00 - 13:00
This class covers first aid fundamentals for the most common situations kinksters might encounter, as well as worst-case scenarios.
We will also discuss specific information and considerations for professionals doing paid session work with clients.
What we will cover

legalities
basic anatomy (circulation, oxygen, sugar, nerves, etc) and conditions that can affect these (bleeding/clotting disorders, asthma, diabetes, etc)
fluid safety (brief discussion of blood and body fluid stuff)
planning, prevention, preparation!
common minor injuries (aftercare for scrapes, bumps, sprains, bruises, and infection prevention)
more serious injuries/conditions (fainting/falling injuries, head and neck injuries, life threats)
when to involve emergency services, and how to handle that conversation
medical questions worth asking of clients/people not well known to you
whatever else comes up

This will be a hybrid class: live and in-house at Studio Allegory, Vancouver and virtual via Karada House, Berlin.
The tickets you purchase here are for the in-house class at Studio Allegory.

Advanced Kinbaku Clinic
2026-04-25 12:00 - 17:00
Barkas invites advanced practitioners of Shibari/Kinbaku for a masterclass/clinic at Studio Allegory. Together we work on topics of Shibari that require a lot of experience to tackle.
Topics range from

Ranboo
Yukimura Ryu
Suspension transitions
specifics of rope and body handling

and more.
The specific topic of the clinic will be announced in the week before the clinic.

Emergent Play - when you can't plan your scene
2026-04-23 18:30 - 21:30
So much to think about when preparing for a scene. Find a date and a space where you are undisturbed (or very much disturbed), negotiate consent, get all the toys and accessories ready, and then, well, you are in the mood for something completely different.
In this workshop, we are exploring how we can co-create emergent scenes, that is, where we don’t know beforehand what will happen or who will be doing what. From personal anecdotes, fluid storytelling and a healthier handling of expectations to hands-on (or in) tips and tricks.
Class contents:

What are emergent scenes? Advantages and disadvantages
How to establish consent when you don’t know what might happen?
The pleasure of switching – or not.
Fluid storytelling
Ending a scene that isn’t planned
Aftercare considerations

Monday Night Mingle
2026-04-20 18:30 - 21:30
Monday Night Mingle is a relaxed, low-pressure social evening at Studio Allegory.
It’s a space to spend time together without an agenda . Come to chat, connect, and ease into the week in good company.
Bring a board game you love, a snack or treat to share, or a skill you’d like to offer or learn. Some nights might be quiet and cosy, others playful and lively – all are welcome as they are. You’re invited to mingle, observe, participate, or simply exist in the space. This is an open, community-focused evening for connection, curiosity, and play, shaped by the people who show up.

ethical non-monogamy & D/s - Navigating multiple power relationships
2026-04-19 18:30 - 21:30
The sum is more than its parts. When it comes to multiple simultaneous power relationships, things can get overwhelming really quickly. Especially in intersecting communities of queer, disabled, and otherwise marginalized and policed bodies, contexts like economic dependencies, disabilities, accessibilities, and traumata are adding to the complexity.
In this class we look at possible pitfalls and tools to navigate aspects like consent, jealousy, symbols, and playing.

Men Tying Men
2026-04-19 13:00 - 17:00
Men Tying Men Rope Jam is for all self-identified males and those who live as men on a daily life. Trans-male, cis-male, etc are all welcome.
Solo, couple, etc participants are all welcome to join, regardless of skill levels from beginner to advance.
1pm – 2pm is the skill sharing component, followed by 2pm – 5pm of free tying time.

Orientation - For Newcomers to Kink
2026-04-13 18:30 - 21:30
New to kink and don’t know where to start? Interested in going to events but you don’t know how to behave, what to wear, what to do? You are definitely not alone and going to your first kink event can be quite intimidating. This barrier free newcomer orientation helps people who are brand new to take their first steps into the fascinating world of kink.
What to expect
Part 1 — The first part is a conversation with the participants about the world of kink: Etiquette online and offline, expectations, dress codes at events, possibilities and some recommendations, especially for single folks.
Part 2 —We go through a few of the most common kinks: bondage, impact, Dominance/submission, fetishes, etc. Participants can see how it feels to hold a flogger or be tied up.
Part 3 — The last part is all about the open questions of the participants: Where to go from here? What to do with this or that fantasy? How to find someone to play with? And many more questions answered.

Playfighting
2026-04-11 18:30 - 21:00
Play fighting is a completely different way of engaging with other people. The way we move, think, and relate to our environment changes in this type of interaction. This group activity lets participants challenge each other for a play fight.
In a safe environment, participants can challenge themselves and each other to fight with each other in a playful and joyful way. Not winning but experiencing is the focus of this monthly event. At play fighting, we will start with an introduction that covers motivation, safety, consent, and expectations.
Afterwards, it’s the participants’ space and time to experience play fights themselves.
