What is KEN?
KEN is a respected kink event that caters to the north of England and has grown in size, demand and renown to become the biggest regular kink and burlesque event in the North East. We have cemented our reputation as being an inclusive and safe space for people to enter the world of kink and debauchery both as novices and seasoned patrons.
Kinky Erotic Nature boasts a thriving friendship amongst its community, where all are welcome to discourse, learn and laugh, in support of one other and our fetish professionals. Our event pushes people out of their comfort zones to explore their curiosities, dress a little more out there and witness how the other half live in the shadows.
The kink event is dripping in luxury at an affordable rate, decorated to the nines; we transform our venue every time from ordinary to extraordinary.
KEN stands for Kinky Erotic Nature, it is Hull's very own hedonistic kink event. The night is split into a cabaret and a courtyard experience.
Inside, the night is taken over by the Cabaret Risqué, a series of show-stopping extravaganzas brought to you by the Earl of Ego, Valen Vain.
Outside, is a social experience with atmospheric music brought to us by amazing DJs, and mesmerising walk-about performers that tantalise and entertain while our guests soak in the ambience.
Then, at the stroke of midnight, the whole venue opens up into a Nightclub like no other.
KEN originally started in The Tower Ballroom, which over the generations has hosted numerous gigs and group events. The venue has stood on Anlaby Road since 1914 when it was built to be a cinema with a capacity for 1,200 people. It became a nightclub in 1983, running under several names over the decades, with the Nineties and early Noughties proving to be the club’s true heyday.
After The Tower Ballroom came to a close, the Kinky Erotic Nature venue moved across Hull to The Old School House & Courtyard, keeping to the brand of exquisite traditional design and unusual architectural spaces. The new venue is an underground music venue in an old 18th-century schoolhouse & courtyard that fuels the ongoing party and music scene in Hull, hosting record-breaking festival street parties.
Starting in 2016, KEN has hosted many debuts of now-sell-out performers and has been graced by the presence of skilled artisans from across the globe.
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History of KEN
Take a moment to familiarise yourself with the people behind your event. Valen Vain, SWAY, Lylia and Nelly Booberelli work hard to bring you the bi-annual event whilst maintaining their core values, morals and interests. From accessibility to the ethical support of small local businesses, the team have curated a tight-knit, supportive and inclusive community, whilst also being an approachable, friendly face to all patrons.
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SWAY
Creative & Marketing
Globally recognised fetish photographer and former kink model, specialising in psychology.
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Valen Vain
Founder
Performer and event organiser across multiple industries, sex educator and influencer.
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Lylia
Project Manager & Analytics
Figurehead of fetish community and runs a regular local Shibari hub.
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Nelly Booberelli
Stage Kitten & PR
Experienced burlesque performer and well-known local figurehead in the arts industry.