Second Skin In Bondage: Talk & House Dance Party

Art. Tattoo. Kink. Dance. Community. Join us for a sizzling conversation exploring body empowerment—followed by a House Dance Party at moCa.
About this Event

What does it mean to reclaim your body, define your identity, and create community on your own terms?

Second Skin: In Bondage brings together contemporary art, tattoo culture, kink, self-expression, and dance in a powerful exploration of identity, belonging, and body empowerment. Inspired by the themes of artist KING COBRA's exhibition, this dynamic program invites guests into a thoughtful conversation about the ways our bodies become sites of creativity, resistance, transformation, and connection.

TALK

The evening features a panel discussion moderated by moCa Cleveland's Deputy Director and Senior Curator DJ Hellerman, featuring:

• KING COBRA, artist and creator of When You Are Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea
• Ericka Hart, acclaimed author, activist, and educator whose work centers on sexuality, gender, race, and bodily autonomy
• Phyllis "Seven" Harris, community leader and advocate for LGBTQ+ empowerment and inclusion

DANCE PARTY

Following the discussion, the energy shifts from conversation to celebration as moCa transforms into an immersive dance experience. Guests are invited to stay for a House dance party featuring sets by DJ Red-i and DJ Scene, creating a vibrant atmosphere centered on connection, creativity, and collective joy.

Doors open at 8PM
Food

Tropical Sno & The Meatballer (Lago Food truck)

Sponsors & Community Partners

Sponsored by Liminal Space Productions - Cleveland, The LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland, and Plexus LGBT + Allied Chamber of Commerce

Parking

Parking is available in nearby University Circle garages and surface lots. See the parking map attached below for additional parking options.

Ages

This event is for guests 18-years-old and older.

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TATTOO COMPETITION

Earlier in the day, a live tattoo competition hosted at Green Light Tattoo & Art Gallery in Cleveland's Flats district from 11AM–2PM showcases the talent and creativity of local tattoo artists inspired by themes of identity, transformation, and self-expression. The winning artist and tattoo design will be announced during the evening program at moCa Cleveland. Click the link for more information on the competition.

Agenda

🕑: 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Tattoo Compettion at Greenlight Tattoos and art Gallery
Host: Mike Miller
🕑: 08:00 PM
Doors Open at moCa Cleveland
🕑: 09:00 PM
Art talk begins
🕑: 10:00 PM
Dance Party with DJs