Am I comfortable enough?

Am I comfortable enough?

The performance “Am I comfortable enough?” is a critical examination of patriarchal culture and its imposition of standards on women. To be "accepted," women are expected to look and behave in a certain manner, suppressing assertiveness, aggression, persistence, and the expression of personal opinions and boundaries - to be convenient. The performance's creators think that "comfortable" is a characteristic of furniture, not people.

The aim of the project is not only to highlight the deeply ingrained stereotypes and expectations placed on women but also to foster a dialogue about gender equality, respect, and the recognition of women's rights to express their emotions, opinions, and establish personal boundaries without fear of judgment or rejection. This performance seeks to challenge and provoke thought about the societal norms that confine women's roles and identities, encouraging a reevaluation of what it means to be "convenient" in a gendered context.

Director: Anja Demidova

Performers: Marina Kurochka, Mari Yasinover, Maria Beatty, Mikhail Poliakov

Assistant Director: Daria Shubina

Costume designer: Venera Kazarova

Composer: Galina Altman

Choreographer: Alexander Andriyashkin

PR: Ira Posrednikova

Producer: Yara Ziva-Chernova

Sound und light: Sasha Anjelo

Following the performance, we will host a one-hour discussion moderated by Leonie Moos, Partner at ignore gravity & Grace Accelerator. Leonie is deeply passionate about new business ideas and their impact on the economy and society, focusing on female empowerment, entrepreneurship, and intrapreneurship. Grace stands for Female Entrepreneurship, Empowerment, and Diversity, supporting women in leadership positions and those with entrepreneurial ambitions.

The discussion will feature an esteemed panel of speakers:

• Paulina Jänsch, Founding Partner at Leanox Impact Capital, a financial expert in impact investing and a mentor for various startup organizations, NGOs, and universities. Paulina is a leading voice for female empowerment, known for her inclusive and empathic leadership style.

• Stephanie von Behr, Managing Director at Founderland, a nonprofit organization empowering women founders facing challenges tied to their race and ethnicity, supported by Google, AWS, Techstars, and R/GA.

• Angelica Conraths, Founder & Managing Director at fembites GmbH, revolutionizing the women's health market with science-based supplements focused on hormonal health, recognized as one of the most innovative women in Germany by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research.

• Bruna Silva, Founder & CEO of International Women in Berlin, dedicated to supporting and connecting women in Berlin.

This event promises to foster a rich dialogue about gender equality, respect, and the recognition of women's rights to express their emotions, opinions, and establish personal boundaries without fear of judgment or rejection. We look forward to your participation in this meaningful and transformative experience.

Host or Publisher Can.Act.e.V.