LUSH² is a duet that is performed with an intention to take and give space to each other, to play between strength and vulnerability of a body, staying in a position of power even when submission is being asked.

With the help of a chrome pole, grand strength of a body is being presented not only to the audience but also to the performers themselves. Another important element in this work is floorwork, which is prominent for restful posing after spinning around the pole. Floor provides an escape from intensity, which gives the performers permission to use their body language and gaze for maintaining expressing strength.

The dynamic between the two performers stays in the caring submissive and dominant dynamic which has been the performers’ essential intention for all their duets. The essence of this dynamic lies in care, presence, and attentiveness.

Photos by Gili Sahan
Clothes The Code