Tristan Taormino's Tour sponsored by
With a new book coming out and several new dvds I plan to be on the road a lot in 2010. To book me for an event in your town, find out more about my tour schedule, or to bring me to speak on your college campus please email colten (at) puckerup.com.
March 11, 7:30-9:30 pm
Toronto, ON, Canada
Advanced Anal Pleasure Workshop
Are you ready to take the next step in anal pleasure? Tristan Taormino, sex educator, adult filmmaker and bestselling author of The Ultimate Guide to Anal Sex for Women, is ready to take you there! In this popular workshop, Tristan will discuss many advanced topics, including: the ins and outs of anal penetration; prostate stimulation; anal sex positions; strap-on anal sex; orgasms through anal penetration; extended butt plug wearing; and anal fisting. Plus, there will be an extensive Q&A.
Location: Come As You Are 416-504-7934
701 Queen Street West, Toronto, Canada, M6J 1E6
Admission: $35/per person (Sliding Scale is Available). Pre-registration is required for all workshops. All genders welcome.
March 12, 7:00 pm
Toronto, ON, Canada
Porn Reborn: New Movements and Markets in Pornography
Keynote Address with Tristan Taormino
"Calling the Shots: The Rise of Feminist Pornography"
Award-winning producer and director Tristan Taormino shares her personal journey from writer and sex educator to feminist pornographer. She will discuss why she decided to form her own company, Smart Ass Productions, and become an exclusive director for Vivid Entertainment, one of the largest adult companies in the industry. She'll discuss why she chose to do porn, the challenges and breakthroughs she has seen within the adult industry with regards to women's power and pleasure, and her personal goals for working within the industry. She will share her definition of feminist pornography and bring an old argument to a new level of discussion: Is feminist pornography a paradox or can we really create sex-positive, empowering porn?
Mark S. Bonham Centre for Sexual Diversity Studies at The University of Toronto and the Sexual Diversity Studies Student Union (SDSSU) present its annual conference, Porn Reborn.
Location: Medical Sciences Building, JJR Macleod Auditorium, University of Toronto
Tickets: $25/(416) 978-8849/uofttix.ca includes conference, refreshments, and an incredible after party.
NOTE: Tickets FREE for current U of T Students.
Info: http://www.SDSSU.com, ali.harrison (at) utoronto.ca
March 17, 7:00 pm
Portland, OR
The Expert Guide to Sex Toys with Tristan Taormino
Are you looking to liven up solo sex, hit hot spots more easily, or give your partner new sensations? Sex expert, writer, and adult filmmaker, Tristan Taormino, author of The Big Book of Sex Toys, wants to help you use toys and other accessories to take your sex life to the next level! She'll share her picks for the best lube, vibrators (including compact, clitoral, wearable, insertable, dual-action, and luxury vibes), dildos, strap-on harnesses, butt plugs, men's toys, G-spot and prostate toys, sensation play tools, bondage, and more! She'll talk about creative ways to use toys and other sexy goodies to transform your bedroom into an erotic playground. Plus, you'll be able to ask her all your burning questions in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. Join Tristan as she takes you on a tour of all you need to know to have sensational, mind-blowing sex!
Location: Fascinations, 9515 SE. 82nd. Ave, Portland, OR
Admission: Free, pre-registrer to reserve your spot!
Register: call 503-774-4345 or in store
March 18, 7:00 pm
Salem, OR
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO WOMEN'S SEXUAL PLEASURE
Discover the ABCs of sexual pleasure for women, from the basic to the advanced in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. Hear Tristan's unabashed straight talk about sex in the Human Sexuality class that most people never get to take! She'll cover a variety of topics, including: sexual anatomy, masturbation, orgasms, improving your erotic communication skills, finding the elusive g-spot, myths and truths about female ejaculation, sex toy tips and techniques, and the wonders of anal sex. There will be an extensive question-and-answer period where students are encouraged to ask her anything.
Location: Engima, 1326 State St Salem OR 97301
Admission: $25 general and $20 students, reserve by phone 503-569-7087, in the store or by Brownpaper tickets!
URL: http://www.ourenigma.com/
Info: colten (at) puckerup.com
March 19-21
Portland, OR
Kinkfest
Portland Leather Alliance presents Kinkfest 2010. Join us for an entire weekend of kinky fun! New this year: Exclusive access to the conference hotel; 15,000+ square foot dungeon and two spectacular evening play parties; 24 educational workshops, featuring a variety of topics and world-class presenters; Expanded vendor area offering a wide variety of toys, videos, books and fetish clothing
Admission: see website for more information.
March 21, 7:30 pm
Portland, OR
Kick It Up a Notch: Taking Sex to the Next Level
From her popular columns and website to her videos and lecture series, Tristan has garnered raves for her unabashed straight talk about sex. Now, you can hear it from the sexpert herself! Whether you've been in a relationship for six months or six years, Tristan will discuss what happens when the honeymoon is over and real life begins to set in. She'll cover a variety of topics, including how to: let go of the myths of what sex should be like, improve your erotic communication skills, add something new to the mix, explore dirty talk, fantasy, and erotic role playing, try anal pleasure and penetration, utilize sex toys, lubricants, and other erotic accessories. This unique and intimate class will be a supportive, non-judgmental environment where you can ask questions and openly discuss your sexual issues and goals. Join Tristan as she takes you on a tour of all you need to know to have healthy, adventuresome, mind-blowing sex.
Location: She Bop, 909 N Beech St., Portland OR 503-473-8018
Admission: $25 (please call or email She Bop to pre-register)
URL: http://www.sheboptheshop.com
Info: info (at) sheboptheshop.com
March 27, 4:00 pm
Seattle, WA
BDSM & Anal Play
Writer/sex educator Tristan Taormino (author of The Ultimate Guide to Anal Sex for Women and The Anal Sex Position Guide) explores the intersection between kink and butt play in this unique workshop. We'll explore many different ways to combine BDSM play with anal pleasure including:
* incorporating anal sex into psychological play and mindfuck scenes
* maintaining the D/s dynamic during an anal scene
* extended butt plug wearing
* butt plug bondage
* rough anal play: psychological fantasies, physical realities
* consensual forced anal penetration
* an introduction to enema play
* plus, an extensive Q & A -- ask her anything!
Admission: $25, 18+, please RSVP in advance via email to workshopRSVP (at) sexpositiveculture.org
Location: Center for Sex Positive Culture, 1608 15th Ave. West, Seattle, WA
Info: 206-270-9746
URL: http://www.sexpositiveculture.org/
March 28, 7:30 pm
Seattle, WA
MAKING OPEN RELATIONSHIPS WORK
Do open relationships really work? How do people create nontraditional partnerships that are loving and lasting? Tristan Taormino, relationship expert and author of Opening Up, shares some of the key principles that can help your open relationship(s) succeed. She'll discuss common issues and problems-from "new relationship energy" and time management to jealousy and agreement violations-and ways to address and resolve them. Tristan will offer tips on communication, negotiation, and boundary setting, as well as how to cope with change. Learn how to get to the root of jealous feelings and transform them by embracing the concept of compersion. Whether you're a newcomer or veteran to the world beyond monogamy, come discover strategies to help you nurture and grow your open relationship(s).
Location: Babeland, 707 E Pike Street, Seattle, WA
Admission: $30, pre-registration strongly recommended
Info: 206-328-2914
Email: colten (at) puckerup.com
URL: http://www.babeland.com/?kbid=45
April 8
Toronto, ON, Canada
Feminist Porn Screening and Filmmaker Panel
Good for Her will take over Bloor Cinema to screen scenes from movies from selected directors, as well as some good ol' fashioned moderated discussion and Q&A with attending filmmakers including Tristan Taormino, Shine Louise Houston, Candida Royalle, and more. You'll also get a chance to vote for the first ever Viewer's Choice Award.
Location: Bloor Cinema 506 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON M5S 1Y3
Admission: TBA
Info: TBA
April 9
Toronto, ON, Canada
The 5th Annual Feminist Porn Awards
As feminists and sex-positive people, the staff of Good For Her founded The Feminist Porn Awards in order to showcase and honor those who are doing it right. They want porn to be held to a higher standard and believe we all deserve to see artistic expressions that celebrate who we are in all our glory, and artists deserve to have their work recognized. Good For Her presents the Feminist Porn Awards, a night of debauchery, fab entertainment and earnest acceptance speeches from some of our favorite porn makers.
Location: Berkeley Church
315 Queen Street East, Toronto, ON
Admission: TBA
Info: TBA
April 10, 2:00 pm
Toronto, ON, Canada
MAKING OPEN RELATIONSHIPS WORK
Do open relationships really work? How do people create nontraditional partnerships that are loving and lasting? Tristan Taormino, relationship expert and author of Opening Up, shares some of the key principles that can help your open relationship(s) succeed. She'll discuss common issues and problems-from "new relationship energy" and time management to jealousy and agreement violations -and ways to address and resolve them. Tristan will offer tips on communication, negotiation, and boundary setting, as well as how to cope with change. Learn how to get to the root of jealous feelings and transform them by embracing the concept of compersion. Whether you're a newcomer or veteran to the world beyond monogamy, come discover strategies to help you nurture and grow your open relationship(s). All genders welcome.
Location: Good For Her, 175 Harbord Street, Toronto, ON
Admission: $35, Pre-registration required as class has limited space
Info: Visit website or call 1-877-588-0900
May 2010
California Tour!
San Diego, Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, Ventura, and San Francisco!
*details TBA*
July 2010
Europe tour!
Berlin, Paris, Sweden!
*details TBA*
