NaCK
2023-08-24 18:30 - 20:00, 2023-09-28 18:30 - 20:00, 2023-10-26 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | DC
Black Rose’s New and Curious Kinksters (or NaCK), is a discussion group designed for people who are new(ish) to the scene. While we highly recommend all new kinksters check out Gateway (the first/last Thursday of each month – always the day before D101) and Dungeon 101 (the first Friday of each month) and come with questions about their experiences, it is not required, and we welcome anyone new to kink. Please note NaCK is for asking questions, there will be no presentation or monologuing.
We meet the 4th Thursday of the month from 6:30 to 8:00pm. We are going to try out having virtual NaCK. I know many of us have Zoom fatigue, but this is a more responsible approach. We’ll chat about whatever comes up – everything from “what do I wear to the club?” to “I had this great scene, but this part didn’t go well. What do you suggest?” NaCK has a rotating group of experienced kinksters come in to answer questions, so the discussion is always a little bit different, and we aim to provide a variety of answers from different D/s roles, genders, races, and backgrounds.
If you are still in the beginning of your kink journey, we hope you’ll come join us to ask questions and share advice. We’d love to have you!

Chain Bondage For Beginners with CTW and Mister
2023-08-29 19:30 - 22:00 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Class Description
Chains are a kink staple that evoke images of dungeons and being trapped, feelings of cold and hard restraint, and power and control. This class is a discussion of risks and safety using chains for bondage, a demonstration of various metal connectors, how to maintain tension and make single columns using chain, a demonstration of a simple chest and hip harness with removal, all followed by open labbing time for attendees to play with chains. Great for self- and partnered-bondage participants and absolute beginners! Participants are welcome to bring their own chain; the presenters will also have plastic chain available to borrow to practice with.
Presenter Bio
Cecilia T. Winters (‘CTW’ – She/Her) is your typical queer Millennial. Born at the start of the internet age, she has always benefited from information at her fingertips. She identifies as bisexual and ethically non-monogamous. She has served as a dungeon and playspace monitor, a demo top for a number of local and national kink events, and as a presenter. Her non-kink interests include reading, making lists, watching early 2000s crime dramas, and learning about ancient human cultures.
Fischer Garrett (‘Mister’ – He/Him) is a bisexual, polyamorous top. His time spent in the lifestyle has led him through a journey of self discovery, from once being totally monogamous to being a relationship anarchist; from wanting nothing to do with bondage to developing a way to practice bondage in a relatively unperformed and under-documented fashion. In the past several years he has volunteered for larger kink events as a member of a consent incident response team, a dungeon/playspace monitor, and recently as a presenter. He is a huge fan of costumes and masks, and it is not unusual to know that he is around but often in clever and sometimes strange disguises. Together they are co-authors of the book, The Art of Chain: A Guide to Steel Restraint (Mystic Productions Press, 2022).

**THIS IS AN IN-PERSON EVENT AND WILL NOT BE STREAMED. YOU MUST ATTEND IN PERSON. **
All ticket sales are at the door.
Proof of Vaccination will be required.

Tickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members.

Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice.
If you have questions or would like to request a class topic, please email education@br.org

BR Gateway - September 2023
2023-08-31 19:45 - 21:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Due to circumstances beyond Black Rose’s control, the BR Gateway program scheduled for August 31 has been cancelled. We will resume our normal schedule of BR Gateway presentations in October.
Everything below is for archive purposes only.

Black Rose (BR) Gateway is a great way to get a lot of information about the local kink community before you commit any unintentional faux pax because everyone (except you) knew about the community and social expectations.
We cover topics ranging from from Consent to Privacy, Negotiations to Aftercare, and ensure that everyone is aware of our aggressive stand against certain types of behaviors. You can learn more about what you can expect from BR Gateway by reading:

Thinking about attending Black Rose Gateway (overview of the program)
Gateway Attendee FAQ

BR Gateway and Dungeon 101 work together like a lecture/lab combination class; you can get a lot from attending either one, but you can get a lot more by attending both.
Gateway is in person at The Crucible. Masks and vaccination cards are REQUIRED.

BR Gateway tickets are no longer available through Eventbrite. Sales are only at the door. Dungeon 101 tickets are only available at the door.
ASL Interpreters are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks notice.
Email gateway@br.org for more information about this program, or info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its other events.

NO CLASS
2023-09-05 20:00 - 21:30 | DC

D/s Discussion Group: When Things Come Up
2023-09-11 18:30 - 21:00 | DC
This event has been postponed. See the new event here
Come one and all to a group for the discussion of any and all topics D and s. This group is intended to be a resource for people of all levels of experience and, as such, everyone is encouraged to attend. Please bring all questions you may have about D/s, M/s, rituals, victuals, brats, splats, and mats.
The topic of tonight’s discussion is Modifying D/s When Things Come Up. Things happen in life, and sometimes relationships have to evolve. How do we manage this and keep everyone as comfortable and safe as possible? Although there is a topic for the discussion, given the intent of this group to be a place for sharing, we will not be strict about keeping to the topic.
You are free to arrive anytime after 6:30. Before the discussion starts, there will be a chance to mingle and eat dinner. Please bring your own food or snacks if you want. Discussion will begin at 7:00.
For this event, we will be hosting in our home in Arlington, specifically North Highland, roughly 10 minutes from Courthouse Metro. Parking is abundant but fills quickly in the evening. We will give the address to those who email ds@br.org. You must be vaccinated against COVID-19, but we will not make you show your vaccine card.

Coping Skills and Emotional Awareness with Heart
2023-09-12 19:30 - 22:00 | DC
Class Description
Understanding your feelings and their reasons, as well as managing them to prevent them from becoming overwhelming, can sometimes feel like navigating without a map. This can hinder your progress and focus, much like driving without directions.
In this class we’ll talk about states of mind and how they affect your responses, practice self-soothing and troubleshooting skills, and gain valuable insights into navigating heightened emotional situations that you may encounter during your journey.
Please note: This class involves optional participation and respectful, high-level discussions about potentially activating topics.
Presenter Bio
Heart (she/they) is a polyamorous neurodivergent switch who started in the DC swinger and kink scenes in 2018. Now predominantly active in the local kink community, she serves as a volunteer with several groups and as an organizer of QINK, a monthly play party by and for queer people.

**THIS IS AN IN-PERSON EVENT AND WILL NOT BE STREAMED. YOU MUST ATTEND IN PERSON. **
All ticket sales are at the door.
Proof of Vaccination will be required.

Tickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members.

Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice.
If you have questions or would like to request a class topic, please email education@br.org

Board Meeting
2023-09-14 19:30, 2023-10-12 19:30 | DC
Please email info@br.org if you would like to attend.

Impact for Bottoms with Meredith
2023-09-19 19:30 - 22:00 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Class Description
Getting the crap kicked out of you can be cathartic, overwhelming, and liberating. Whether with a paddle, flogger, cane, boots, or fists, it’s a great way to suffer. This class will teach the physical aspects of receiving impact, including how to position yourself, what body parts can take a lot and what needs to be protected, and how to give feedback for a gauge test. We’ll also cover communication during impact play, aftercare, and a few advanced topics. There will be a demo, during which participants are welcome to practice as well. Although this class is primarily for bottoms, tops will find it informative as well, particularly regarding injury mitigation and management.
Presenter Bio
Meredith has been doing kinky stuff for over 20 years. She identifies as queer, a masochist, an s-type, Leather, and an educator. She has been on staff for Black Rose since 2015 and is currently the director of the BR Gateway program.

**THIS IS AN IN-PERSON EVENT AND WILL NOT BE STREAMED. YOU MUST ATTEND IN PERSON. **
All ticket sales are at the door.
Proof of Vaccination will be required.

Tickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members.

Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice.
If you have questions or would like to request a class topic, please email education@br.org

Blood Painting: Needle Play Body Art with Thista
2023-09-26 19:30 - 22:00 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Please join us May 30th from 8:00pm ET to 10:00 PM ET for Black Rose’s Tuesday Education Series: Class: Blood Painting: Needle Play Body Art w/ Thista
Class Description
Do you love the idea of aesthetically pleasing needle scenes, but struggle with creating perfect designs in steel? Do you want to create something beautiful without using a ton of needles? Do you just really love blood? Come learn how blood painting uses impact and palette knives to give you a new way to make stunning art with your needle scenes.
Presenter Bio
Thista Minai is an educator, author, priestess, ordeal facilitator, and gleeful sadist. She uses her professional background in education to create high quality classes on a wide variety of topics, including sacred sexuality, the ordeal path, catharsis, impact, and needle play. With more than fifteen years of experience in designing and conducting rituals, Thista travels the world championing the value of spirituality and empowerment in kink and BDSM.

**THIS IS AN IN-PERSON EVENT AND WILL NOT BE STREAMED. YOU MUST ATTEND IN PERSON. **
All ticket sales are at the door.
Proof of Vaccination will be required.

Tickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members.

Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice.
If you have questions or would like to request a class topic, please email education@br.org

BR Presents: A Twilight Experience
2023-09-29 21:00 - 23:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Join us this month for Black Rose Presents: A Twilight Experience – Continue the Saga with Us!
Calling all vampires and werewolves! Live out your angsty supernatural dreams as we celebrate the campy fun of the Twilight Saga!
Are you Team Vampire? Team Werewolf? Team… well… human? Team ALL OF THE ABOVE?
Necks and biting … blood play … fangs and claws … rough body play … any fun filled Twilight fantasies you can dream up? We welcome all types at BR Presents! Dig out your sparkle (no loose glitter please) or your fur and join us for a night you will never forget!
We will be meeting at @the-crucible, a dungeon fit with top-quality furniture for a spooky night of play. From a bed in the middle of the room to cozy private rooms, the club offers it all.
This is an 18+ event!
Black Rose/Crucible Members: $25
Guests:$35
There will be non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase.
Doors open at 9PM
Have questions about Black Rose? Find a friendly face at the social and chat them up! Interested in becoming a Black Rose Member? (you totally should) Click here!
Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination is required. Masks welcome.

The Wide World of Emotional Masochism with Tom
2023-10-03 19:30 - 22:00 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Class Description
Have you ever seen a bottom fall to their knees blushing and squirming and found it amazingly hot? Have you watched a top reduce their bottom to tears with words alone, then seen them happily cuddled up together not long after? Have you ever wondered: what is it about playing with our emotions and our egos that is so hot and often so edgy?
In this class we will talk about why you may want to engage in this kind of play, discuss how to get started and what to watch out for, explain the differences between humiliation and degradation, and go over a wide range of ideas on how to start exploring this area of kink. Please come and share your own experiences and creative ideas as well!
Presenter Bio
Tom has been around the DC kink community for over 20 years. He is a Black Rose Emeritus Board Member, Crucible volunteer, and event photographer. You will just as likely find him working behind a desk as you will find him lovingly hurting friends. He was born and raised in the Northern VA area and currently lives with his wonderful wife, geriatric cat, and far too much to do and too little time to do it.
Humiliation and power exchange were the catalysts which got him into the BDSM community in the first place. From some very confusing teen years, into realizing he greatly wanted to actually engage in this kind of thing, it was always there as part of what he wanted to do. Tom loves to put on his ‘helpful’ hat and give useful or “useful” ideas to those that want to play with these sorts of things.
His other passion is photography. If there is a camera allowed, you will almost always find Tom behind the lens. Going by the name ShutterDoll, he loves to be able to capture a moment, a memory, or just an excellent whip strike.

**THIS IS AN IN-PERSON EVENT AND WILL NOT BE STREAMED. YOU MUST ATTEND IN PERSON. **
All ticket sales are at the door.
Proof of Vaccination will be required.

Tickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members.

Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice.
If you have questions or would like to request a class topic, please email education@br.org

BR Gateway - October 2023
2023-10-05 19:45 - 21:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Black Rose (BR) Gateway is a great way to get a lot of information about the local kink community before you commit any unintentional faux pax because everyone (except you) knew about the community and social expectations.
We cover topics ranging from from Consent to Privacy, Negotiations to Aftercare, and ensure that everyone is aware of our aggressive stand against certain types of behaviors. You can learn more about what you can expect from BR Gateway by reading:

Thinking about attending Black Rose Gateway (overview of the program)
Gateway Attendee FAQ

BR Gateway and Dungeon 101 work together like a lecture/lab combination class; you can get a lot from attending either one, but you can get a lot more by attending both.
Gateway is in person at The Crucible. Proof of primary vaccination status is REQUIRED and masks are strongly encouraged (this is current in 2023).

BR Gateway entry is no longer available through Eventbrite, but only available for purchase at the door; Dungeon 101 tickets are the same. You cannot purchase D101 entry at BR Gateway.
ASL Interpreters are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks notice.
Email gateway@br.org for more information about this program, or info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its other events.

Family Ties: Growing up in a Kink Household with Alex McGeorge
2023-10-10 19:30 - 22:00 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Class Description
Alex grew up during the 90s and early 00s in a well known and constantly evolving poly/kink household in the Washington DC metro area. This class offers a frank discussion of lessons learned, challenges, triumphs and long term implications of growing up in this environment. Brief notes of the presenter’s own experiences in these lifestyle communities as an adult will be discussed but are not the main focus. Come to enjoy amusing tales of awkward conversations with a curious teenage boy concerning the recently renovated basement dungeon being “off-limits” amongst others.
Presenter Bio
Alex McGeorge has been involved with BDSM in the DMV for a truly boring amount of time. He currently is best known as co-organizer and event runner for The Crucible’s Dungeon 101. Alex has taught on spanking since 2012 through Dungeon 101 and at events for Black Rose, FetFest, CLAW Getaway 2022 and internationally. When not enjoying the suffering of others Alex works on the offensive side of computer security for a cloud provider, enjoys running around in nature and sometimes indulging in his compulsion to get into places he’s not supposed to be.

**THIS IS AN IN-PERSON EVENT AND WILL NOT BE STREAMED. YOU MUST ATTEND IN PERSON. **
All ticket sales are at the door.
Proof of Vaccination will be required.

Tickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members.

Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice.
If you have questions or would like to request a class topic, please email education@br.org

D/s Discussion Group: Multiple Partners
2023-10-16 18:30 - 21:00 | DC
Come one and all to a group for the discussion of any and all topics D and s. This group is intended to be a resource for people of all levels of experience and, as such, everyone is encouraged to attend. Please bring all questions you may have about D/s, M/s, rituals, victuals, brats, splats, and mats.
The topic of this month’s discussion will be Multiple Partners in D/s. Although there is a topic for the discussion, given the intent of this group to be a place for sharing, we will not be strict about keeping to the topic.
You are free to arrive anytime after 6:30. Before the discussion starts, there will be a chance to mingle and eat dinner. Please bring your own food or snacks if you want. Discussion will begin at 7:00.
For this event, we will be hosting in our home in Arlington, specifically North Highland, roughly 10 minutes from Courthouse Metro. Parking is abundant but fills quickly in the evening. We will give the address to those who email ds@br.org. You must be vaccinated against COVID-19, but we will not make you show your vaccine card.

Exploring Sensation Play in Kink Relationships with Danielle
2023-10-17 19:30 - 22:00 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Class Description
The class is intended to help you explore and understand sensation play: what it is and how to incorporate it into your own play. We will discuss tools, techniques, negotiation, psychology, and intimacy as it is incorporated into this wide-ranging topic of play.
Presenter Bio
Danielle has been an active member of the local BDSM community for 15 years. Danielle volunteers at The Crucible, and has taught previous classes for Black Rose. She is a regular presenter at Dungeon 101, where she frequently demonstrated sensation play techniques for several years. She also co-hosts the Queer Mixers at Camp Crucible with Alixzander.

**THIS IS AN IN-PERSON EVENT AND WILL NOT BE STREAMED. YOU MUST ATTEND IN PERSON. **
All ticket sales are at the door.
Proof of Vaccination will be required.

Tickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members.

Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice.
If you have questions or would like to request a class topic, please email education@br.org

Knives 101 with Mister Chris
2023-10-24 19:30 - 22:00 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Class Description
Do knives scare you? Do you want to be scary by using knives? What is the allure of playing with sharp objects, and how can we have fun without injuring our partners?
Come learn how to connect with your partners through the use of deadly objects, how to balance sensations with risk management, and how to be prepared for accidents. We’ll explore what types of blades work well for play, several different ways to use them effectively and how to take care of them.
After questions have been answered, there will be a short demonstration scene so participants can see up close how Mister Chris works with a partner to craft a fun and exciting scene.
Presenter Bio
Mister Chris has been making knives for 28 years, and using them in BDSM since 2017. An experienced teacher of technical skills, he is the instructor at Blacksmith’s Guild of the Potomac, co-founded the non-profit Resilience Forge working with wounded veterans, and appeared twice on History Channel’s “Forged in Fire.”
Mister Chris lives in Alexandria, Virginia, with his spouse and dogs, and is multi-partnered. He is constantly expanding his play style to include managing high-risk techniques, total power exchange, and mindful kink practices. He is a BDSM Sadist, Leatherman, and evolving Master in power exchange relationships. He enjoys building toys and tools for BDSM friends and vends at the Leather Flea and Play event at The Crucible.

**THIS IS AN IN-PERSON EVENT AND WILL NOT BE STREAMED. YOU MUST ATTEND IN PERSON. **
All ticket sales are at the door.
Proof of Vaccination will be required.

Tickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members.

Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice.
If you have questions or would like to request a class topic, please email education@br.org

NO CLASS: Halloween
2023-10-31 19:30 - 22:00 | DC

BR Gateway - November 2023
2023-11-02 19:45 - 21:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States

Spanking 101+ with Alex and Nick
2023-11-07 19:30 - 22:00 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Class Description
Do you like butts? Do you like touching butts and hitting butts? In this class we will learn how to spank the butts of others including all the anatomy, neuroscience and technique to be really good at it! We will cover gloves, some implements and positioning of the bottom to maximize or minimize their enjoyment.
Presenter Bio
Alex McGeorge has been involved with BDSM in the DMV for a truly boring amount of time. He currently is best known as co-organizer and event runner for The Crucible’s Dungeon 101. Alex has taught on spanking since 2012 through Dungeon 101 and at events for Black Rose, FetFest, CLAW Getaway 2022 and internationally. When not enjoying the suffering of others Alex works on the offensive side of computer security for a cloud provider, enjoys running around in nature and sometimes indulging in his compulsion to get into places he’s not supposed to be.
Nicky entered into the DMV scene with an avid spanking interest around 5 years ago. They have been spanked in many places, including Dungeon 101 and CLAW Getaway 2022. Outside of recreational butt touching, Nicky enjoys touching computers, bottles of wine, and philosophy books.

**THIS IS AN IN-PERSON EVENT AND WILL NOT BE STREAMED. YOU MUST ATTEND IN PERSON. **
All ticket sales are at the door.
Proof of Vaccination will be required.

Tickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members.

Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice.
If you have questions or would like to request a class topic, please email education@br.org

Tickle SIG play party
2023-11-11 12:00 - 17:00 | Tickle SIG Herndon location, Herndon, VA, United States
Come laugh with us!
We ask all participants to review the rules and “What to Expect at a TickleSIG” party in the Tickle DC – Washington Metro Area Ticking group.
Tickle SIG party begins at noon and goes til 5pm on the 2nd Saturday of each month. Bring a pot luck dish – maybe even something inspired by Thanksgiving – and your toy bag.
No alcohol, smoking or drugs are permitted, and you must be fully vaccinated for COVID.
Whether you are new to tickling or experienced, you are welcome to join in on the fun.

*RESCHEDULED* D/s Discussion Group: When Things Come Up
2023-11-13 18:30 - 21:00 | D/s SIG Arlington location, ARLINGTON, VA, United States
Come one and all to a group for the discussion of any and all topics D and s. This group is intended to be a resource for people of all levels of experience and, as such, everyone is encouraged to attend. Please bring all questions you may have about D/s, M/s, rituals, victuals, brats, splats, and mats.
The topic of tonight’s discussion is Modifying D/s When Things Come Up. Things happen in life, and sometimes relationships have to evolve. How do we manage this and keep everyone as comfortable and safe as possible? Although there is a topic for the discussion, given the intent of this group to be a place for sharing, we will not be strict about keeping to the topic.
You are free to arrive anytime after 6:30. Before the discussion starts, there will be a chance to mingle and eat dinner. Please bring your own food or snacks if you want. Discussion will begin at 7:00.
For this event, we will be hosting in our home in Arlington, specifically North Highland, roughly 10 minutes from Courthouse Metro. Parking is abundant but fills quickly in the evening. We will give the address to those who email ds@br.org. You must be vaccinated against COVID-19, but we will not make you show your vaccine card.

Tread on Me! Topping with the Lower Body With Carmen Monoxide
2023-11-14 19:30 - 22:00 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Class Description
This course covers a myriad of ways to cause pain using the hips, legs and feet. We’ll demonstrate and practice effective and safe kicking, stomping, trampling, and leg holds, discuss how footwear choices can affect a scene, and go over different ways to use the lower body for sadism and humiliation.
Presenter Bio
A former teacher with a lifelong passion for the bizarre and filthy, Carmen Monoxide (she/her) also works as a kink professional, event organizer, sex educator, and relationship coach. She has presented for small, medium, and large events across the United States (and a couple places in Canada). She founded Femme Fatale, a kink event company, and throws monthly parties in the Washington, DC area. She sometimes takes her clothes off and performs onstage and on camera, and is passionate about helping people overcome fear and shame in order to have authentic, fulfilling, sexy experiences.

**THIS IS AN IN-PERSON EVENT AND WILL NOT BE STREAMED. YOU MUST ATTEND IN PERSON. **
All ticket sales are at the door.
Proof of Vaccination will be required.

Tickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members.

Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice.
If you have questions or would like to request a class topic, please email education@br.org

Bringing the Play into Playspaces with Lee (Not Harrington)
2023-11-21 19:30 - 22:00 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Class Description
Why are playgrounds important? Playgrounds and play encourage growth, learning, development, communication, relationships, boundaries, and a sense of self worth. All are welcome in this class and tools and exercises are built for all levels of attendees – regardless of experience, identifiers, “type of player”, or side of the slash- this class is for you.
The objective of this class is to reinvigorate a sense of play, exploration, and creativity in order to build ability, confidence, and relationships in play and play spaces. This is a class of doing and discussing, as opposed to handouts and note taking. T-shirts / loose fitting clothing or gym appropriate clothing is encouraged for this class. There will be accessible movement, negotiated touching, partnering up and changing partners throughout these exercises. This class will have noises like crinkling paper, loud voices and other sounds. Sound dampening devices are welcome. Gloves and masks are welcome and will be available, but may or may not be required (depending on rates of infection or immune-compromised attendance). A large part of this class will be negotiating personal boundaries and needs in short bursts of time, and learning to explore within those boundaries. You will need to adapt to the level of safety determined by your partners as we go around the room. This class will not be suited for recording and attendance needs to be in person. This class may be embarrassing, discomforting, and may lead to uncontrolled laughter and silliness. Playgrounds are designed for growth, and growth is frequently uncomfortable.
Presenter Bio
Lee (NOT Harrington) laughs that she / they are older than Fet, and has more than 20 years in the DC region BDSM community and considers themselves a power flexible, switchy, neurospicy, LGBTQIA+ person. They have an extensive educational background in technical theatre, creativity, and anthropology, and are thrilled to have created a class that celebrates fun, play, and human connection, regardless of how one defines themselves.

**THIS IS AN IN-PERSON EVENT AND WILL NOT BE STREAMED. YOU MUST ATTEND IN PERSON. **
All ticket sales are at the door.
Proof of Vaccination will be required.

Tickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members.

Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice.
If you have questions or would like to request a class topic, please email education@br.org

Boo! Fear Play for Beginners with Alixzander
2023-11-28 19:30 - 22:00 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Class Description
This class explores how a player can effectively create situations and environments that elicit a fear response from their partner. Fear can be used independently as its own scene, or used as a tool within a scene to enhance the experience. In this interactive learning experience, participants will explore fear through the five senses. Throughout, participants will both learn tools to better utilize fear, as well as develop their own personal methods in producing a fear response. This class is hands-on, encouraging participants to dive into what makes them (or their partners) shudder with fear.
Presenter Bio
Alixzander has been described as the energizer bunny of the DMV BDSM Scene. He currently sits on the board of Black Rose, and serves as the Director of Education. He is also a manager at The Crucible, staff for both Camp Crucible and CrucibleCon, and is proud to be one of the event hosts of Queer Identifying N Kinky (QINK). Alixzander considers BDSM his art form, and he loves to create. As a fear player who plays on both sides of the slash, Alixzander enjoys bringing his nightmares to life.

**THIS IS AN IN-PERSON EVENT AND WILL NOT BE STREAMED. YOU MUST ATTEND IN PERSON. **
All ticket sales are at the door.
Proof of Vaccination will be required.

Tickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members.

Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice.
If you have questions or would like to request a class topic, please email education@br.org

BR Gateway - December 2023
2023-11-30 19:30 - 22:00 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Black Rose (BR) Gateway is a great way to get a lot of information about the local kink community before you commit any unintentional faux pax because everyone (except you) knew about the community and social expectations.
We cover topics ranging from from Consent to Privacy, Negotiations to Aftercare, and ensure that everyone is aware of our aggressive stand against certain types of behaviors. You can learn more about what you can expect from BR Gateway by reading:

Thinking about attending Black Rose Gateway (overview of the program)
Gateway Attendee FAQ

BR Gateway and Dungeon 101 work together like a lecture/lab combination class; you can get a lot from attending either one, but you can get a lot more by attending both.
Gateway is in person at The Crucible. Proof of primary vaccination status is REQUIRED and masks are strongly encouraged (this is current in 2023).

BR Gateway entry is only available for purchase at the door; Dungeon 101 tickets are the same. You cannot purchase D101 entry at BR Gateway.
ASL Interpreters are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks notice.
Email gateway@br.org for more information about this program, or info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its other events.

Mummification with Blackthorne
2023-12-05 19:30 - 22:00 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Class Description
In this class we will talk about safety precautions, materials, forms of mummification and sensory deprivation and some activities to enjoy while encased. The main material involved in the demo portion will be pallet wrap, but other forms and materials will be discussed and several examples will be available to see and feel.
Presenter Bio
Blackthorne (Stephen) has been involved in the DC scene since 1999 and has been involved with The Crucible since joining the public scene, and is now a manager and Board member for the organization. He has taught several classes for events such as Camp Crucible, TESFest, Floating World, and the Black Rose conventions, as well as for the Black Rose organization, BESS, Baltimore Playhouse, and The Crucible at Dungeon 101. He enjoys many kinks, mummification among them.

**THIS IS AN IN-PERSON EVENT AND WILL NOT BE STREAMED. YOU MUST ATTEND IN PERSON. **
All ticket sales are at the door.
Proof of Vaccination will be required.

Tickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members.

Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice.
If you have questions or would like to request a class topic, please email education@br.org

BR GATEWAY IS A WEEK EARLIER
2023-12-07 12:00 - 13:00 | DC
Black Rose Gateway is held on the Thursday before the first Friday of each month.
While today may be the first Thursday, tomorrow is the SECOND Friday.
Look a week back and you will find the event for this month.
