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Mi Raza, Sarah Weddle, audio workshops, performance, and more
The film presenter South Side Projections (founded in 2011 to bring movies to locations across Chicago’s south side in order to spur conversation about complex social and political issues) travels to the Lozano branch of the Chicago Public Library (1805 S. Loomis) this evening for a presentation of 1973’s Mi Raza: Portrait of a Family and 1981’s La Esperanza. Mi Raza (created by Susan Stechnij as part of her thesis for a master’s degree in anthropology from the University of Illinois) follows the daily activities of the multigenerational and working class Navarro family living in Pilsen, making it a unique 30-minute portrait of early 70s Chicago life. La Esperanza is a 17-minute film crated by students enrolled in a video teaching program hosted by Community TV Network at Latino Youth Alternative High School. A Q&A with artist and activist Nicole Marroquin follows the free screenings, which start at 5:30 PM. (SCJ)
Some music choices for tonight . . . Los Angeles punk rockers the Bronx headline a 17+ show at Concord Music Hall (2047 N. Milwaukee), with the Chats, Drug Church, and Scowl completing the bill. Doors open at 6 PM, and tickets are still available via Axs. At Golden Dagger (2447 N. Halsted), local indie artist Sarah Weddle continues a residency with the venue with an 8 PM show, which also features Flowurz, Husk, and Jessica Viscius. $12 tickets are available through Ticketweb, and you must be 21 to attend. Songwriter Butch Walker (who’s written for Katy Perry, Fall Out Boy, and Pink) brings his solo tour to House of Blues (329 N. Dearborn) tonight; indie folk singer-songwriter Aaron Lee Tasjan opens at 8 PM. It’s a 17+ concert and advance tickets are available through the House of Blues website. And at the Jazz Showcase (806 S. Plymouth), pianist Steve Million joins forces with trombonist Andy Baker for their ensemble Bakerzmillion, which celebrates the release of a new CD with two shows, at 8 PM and 10 PM. The venue is open to all ages, and advance tickets are available at Eventbrite. (SCJ)
This video for the Chats song “Smoko” (Australian slang for taking a break) has enjoyed over 17 million views on YouTube.
The Detroit-born, Chicago-based, and Howard and University of Chicago alum Devin T. Mays works in an interdisciplinary artistic practice that he refers to as an “exercise in wandering,” which can lead to a variety of techniques to gain perspective and build his performances, sculpture, and art installations. Mays’s practice is perfect for the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago’s In Progress series, where artists receive time and space to discuss their work and present new and literally in-progress experiments. Tonight from 6-7:30 PM, Mays will perform “a ritual melding live music and found objects,” and the program notes that he’ll be joined by artists Veronica Anne Salinas, Bill Harris, and Jordan Knecht. See the MCA’s website for more details about this free event. (SCJ)
Wanna level up your recording? Ever been curious about multichannel music making? Experimental Sound Studio and the Chicago Laboratory for Electro-Acoustic Theater (CLEAT) are teaming up to host four workshops exploring spatial audio at Elastic Arts (3429 W. Diversey, second floor). Each workshop is hosted by a guest artist and includes an hour discussion and demonstration of approach followed by an hour of hands-on learning with the 16-channel CLEAT system. No previous experience is required, but a laptop is necessary for the hands-on portion. You’re also welcome to just observe! All workshops are free, but space is limited so show up early. Tonight’s workshop kicks off at 7:30 PM and is led by curator, filmmaker, and musician Jonathan Woods. Bill Parod will lead a workshop on October 25, Whitney Johnson on November 1, and Stephan Moore on November 8. More information is available on Elastic’s website. (MC)
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Mi Raza, Sarah Weddle, audio workshops, performance, and moreMicco Caporale and Salem Collo-Julinon October 18, 2022 at 10:09 pm
The film presenter South Side Projections (founded in 2011 to bring movies to locations across Chicago’s south side in order to spur conversation about complex social and political issues) travels to the Lozano branch of the Chicago Public Library (1805 S. Loomis) this evening for a presentation of 1973’s Mi Raza: Portrait of a Family and 1981’s La Esperanza. Mi Raza (created by Susan Stechnij as part of her thesis for a master’s degree in anthropology from the University of Illinois) follows the daily activities of the multigenerational and working class Navarro family living in Pilsen, making it a unique 30-minute portrait of early 70s Chicago life. La Esperanza is a 17-minute film crated by students enrolled in a video teaching program hosted by Community TV Network at Latino Youth Alternative High School. A Q&A with artist and activist Nicole Marroquin follows the free screenings, which start at 5:30 PM. (SCJ)
Some music choices for tonight . . . Los Angeles punk rockers the Bronx headline a 17+ show at Concord Music Hall (2047 N. Milwaukee), with the Chats, Drug Church, and Scowl completing the bill. Doors open at 6 PM, and tickets are still available via Axs. At Golden Dagger (2447 N. Halsted), local indie artist Sarah Weddle continues a residency with the venue with an 8 PM show, which also features Flowurz, Husk, and Jessica Viscius. $12 tickets are available through Ticketweb, and you must be 21 to attend. Songwriter Butch Walker (who’s written for Katy Perry, Fall Out Boy, and Pink) brings his solo tour to House of Blues (329 N. Dearborn) tonight; indie folk singer-songwriter Aaron Lee Tasjan opens at 8 PM. It’s a 17+ concert and advance tickets are available through the House of Blues website. And at the Jazz Showcase (806 S. Plymouth), pianist Steve Million joins forces with trombonist Andy Baker for their ensemble Bakerzmillion, which celebrates the release of a new CD with two shows, at 8 PM and 10 PM. The venue is open to all ages, and advance tickets are available at Eventbrite. (SCJ)
This video for the Chats song “Smoko” (Australian slang for taking a break) has enjoyed over 17 million views on YouTube.
The Detroit-born, Chicago-based, and Howard and University of Chicago alum Devin T. Mays works in an interdisciplinary artistic practice that he refers to as an “exercise in wandering,” which can lead to a variety of techniques to gain perspective and build his performances, sculpture, and art installations. Mays’s practice is perfect for the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago’s In Progress series, where artists receive time and space to discuss their work and present new and literally in-progress experiments. Tonight from 6-7:30 PM, Mays will perform “a ritual melding live music and found objects,” and the program notes that he’ll be joined by artists Veronica Anne Salinas, Bill Harris, and Jordan Knecht. See the MCA’s website for more details about this free event. (SCJ)
Wanna level up your recording? Ever been curious about multichannel music making? Experimental Sound Studio and the Chicago Laboratory for Electro-Acoustic Theater (CLEAT) are teaming up to host four workshops exploring spatial audio at Elastic Arts (3429 W. Diversey, second floor). Each workshop is hosted by a guest artist and includes an hour discussion and demonstration of approach followed by an hour of hands-on learning with the 16-channel CLEAT system. No previous experience is required, but a laptop is necessary for the hands-on portion. You’re also welcome to just observe! All workshops are free, but space is limited so show up early. Tonight’s workshop kicks off at 7:30 PM and is led by curator, filmmaker, and musician Jonathan Woods. Bill Parod will lead a workshop on October 25, Whitney Johnson on November 1, and Stephan Moore on November 8. More information is available on Elastic’s website. (MC)
The must-see moments from NBA Opening Nighton October 18, 2022 at 11:36 pm
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Dance-music maverick James Marlon Magas drops an all-star album
James Marlon Magas Credit: Maria Tzeka
Way back in 2013, Gossip Wolf mentioned that local electronic musician James Marlon Magas had gotten a shout-out on Twitter from actress and filmmaker Asia Argento, daughter of legendary Italian horror director Dario Argento. After that online meet-cute, they became friends and collaborators, and Magas created the music for her 2014 film Misunderstood. (Remember when Twitter was a place where good things happened every now and then? Whoops!) The following year Magas founded the Midwich Productions label, and in 2020 he quit his longtime job as a Reckless Records buyer to spend more time on his music. His outstanding new album, Confusion Is My Name, arrives via Midwich on Friday, October 21, and among its many delightful surprises is a cameo by Argento: he trades bars with the horror heir on the endearingly goofy rap track “Watch.” Other guests on the record include fellow dance-music mavericks Quintron and Miss Pussycat, French noise maître Electronicat, and string players Julie Pomerleau and Fred Lonberg-Holm, who add violin and cello to the album’s surprisingly soothing instrumental closer, “Kiss on the Cheek.”
Magas spent nearly five years crafting Confusion Is My Name in his home studio.
The third and newest advance single from Confusion Is My Name
Skin Graft Records has been doing the monster mash for decades, bringing noise-rock heroes and comic-book creators together for releases whose combos of music and art make for some of the wildest abominations ever created. On Friday, October 21, the label will drop its 150th release, Sounds to Make You Shudder!, a compilation of awesomely horrifying artists whose cover features a vividly gonzo haunted-house painting by Rob Syers of Gumballhead the Cat fame. Among the musical contributors are UK band USA Nails, French duo Pili Coït, and David Yow of the Jesus Lizard collaborating with Saint Louis prog mutants Yowie. There’s plenty of local talent on display too, including art-rock weirdos Lovely Little Girls, chameleonic singer-songwriter Azita, glam-rock kingpin Bobby Conn, and brutal prog squad the Flying Luttenbachers. It’s available in several different formats and editions on the Skin Graft Bandcamp page (including one remaining copy that comes with original Syers artwork). USA Nails play the Empty Bottle on Tuesday, October 25; the Flying Luttenbachers perform at Liar’s Club on Sunday, October 23, and at the Burlington on Tuesday, October 25.
The 15 tracks on Sounds to Make You Shudder! are all new and exclusive to this compilation.
This weekend, Pilsen community center La Esquina (1942 S. Carpenter) hosts a two-day release party for the third volume of Mario “Liv It Up” Luna’s Beyond Heaven book series, which collects vintage house-music flyers. Luna will sign books for several hours beginning at 1 PM on Saturday, October 22, and Sunday, October 23, and on both days La Esquina will display his house memorabilia. At 6 PM on Saturday, Luna will participate in a roundtable discussion with Luis Gabriel Aguilera, who cofounded southwest-side DJ collective the Ultimate Party Crew with him in 1986, and Jesse de la Peña. DJ sets will follow at 8 PM.
Got a tip? Tweet @Gossip_Wolf or email [email protected].
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Dance-music maverick James Marlon Magas drops an all-star albumJ.R. Nelson and Leor Galilon October 18, 2022 at 9:41 pm
James Marlon Magas Credit: Maria Tzeka
Way back in 2013, Gossip Wolf mentioned that local electronic musician James Marlon Magas had gotten a shout-out on Twitter from actress and filmmaker Asia Argento, daughter of legendary Italian horror director Dario Argento. After that online meet-cute, they became friends and collaborators, and Magas created the music for her 2014 film Misunderstood. (Remember when Twitter was a place where good things happened every now and then? Whoops!) The following year Magas founded the Midwich Productions label, and in 2020 he quit his longtime job as a Reckless Records buyer to spend more time on his music. His outstanding new album, Confusion Is My Name, arrives via Midwich on Friday, October 21, and among its many delightful surprises is a cameo by Argento: he trades bars with the horror heir on the endearingly goofy rap track “Watch.” Other guests on the record include fellow dance-music mavericks Quintron and Miss Pussycat, French noise maître Electronicat, and string players Julie Pomerleau and Fred Lonberg-Holm, who add violin and cello to the album’s surprisingly soothing instrumental closer, “Kiss on the Cheek.”
Magas spent nearly five years crafting Confusion Is My Name in his home studio.
The third and newest advance single from Confusion Is My Name
Skin Graft Records has been doing the monster mash for decades, bringing noise-rock heroes and comic-book creators together for releases whose combos of music and art make for some of the wildest abominations ever created. On Friday, October 21, the label will drop its 150th release, Sounds to Make You Shudder!, a compilation of awesomely horrifying artists whose cover features a vividly gonzo haunted-house painting by Rob Syers of Gumballhead the Cat fame. Among the musical contributors are UK band USA Nails, French duo Pili Coït, and David Yow of the Jesus Lizard collaborating with Saint Louis prog mutants Yowie. There’s plenty of local talent on display too, including art-rock weirdos Lovely Little Girls, chameleonic singer-songwriter Azita, glam-rock kingpin Bobby Conn, and brutal prog squad the Flying Luttenbachers. It’s available in several different formats and editions on the Skin Graft Bandcamp page (including one remaining copy that comes with original Syers artwork). USA Nails play the Empty Bottle on Tuesday, October 25; the Flying Luttenbachers perform at Liar’s Club on Sunday, October 23, and at the Burlington on Tuesday, October 25.
The 15 tracks on Sounds to Make You Shudder! are all new and exclusive to this compilation.
This weekend, Pilsen community center La Esquina (1942 S. Carpenter) hosts a two-day release party for the third volume of Mario “Liv It Up” Luna’s Beyond Heaven book series, which collects vintage house-music flyers. Luna will sign books for several hours beginning at 1 PM on Saturday, October 22, and Sunday, October 23, and on both days La Esquina will display his house memorabilia. At 6 PM on Saturday, Luna will participate in a roundtable discussion with Luis Gabriel Aguilera, who cofounded southwest-side DJ collective the Ultimate Party Crew with him in 1986, and Jesse de la Peña. DJ sets will follow at 8 PM.
Got a tip? Tweet @Gossip_Wolf or email [email protected].
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Longtime Reckless Records buyer Jim Magas quits to spend more time with his music
Plus: Emo four-piece Kittyhawk play their first show in more than three years, and Clear drops a posthumous 12-inch by the late Dan Jugle’s duo Juzer.
Azita has more to say and more ways to say it
For Glen Echo, her first album in more than eight years, she played and recorded every instrument herself.
Plugging into Chicago’s forgotten house venues
For decades, house music has shaped pop worldwide—but many of the spaces that birthed it here disappeared so quickly they barely left a trace.
Cubs should take advantage of Shohei Ohtani’s dissatisfactionVincent Pariseon October 18, 2022 at 8:21 pm
TORONTO, ON – AUGUST 26: Shohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Angels stands in the on deck circle against the Toronto Blue Jays in the eighth inning during their MLB game at the Rogers Centre on August 26, 2022 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Mark Blinch/Getty Images)
Shohei Ohtani is the most gifted player in the history of Major League Baseball. The guy literally is a starting pitcher that throws 100 miles per hour with incredible breaking stuff. In addition to that, he is one of the league’s best hitters that can hit anywhere from 30-50 home runs in a season.
You don’t find those types of players more than once every 100 years, literally. He has taken the league by storm since coming in but his team, the Los Angeles Angels, has remained one of the worst in the American League. That is not good for the game.
It makes it even worse when you remember the guy that plays centerfield for them is Mike Trout who has been one of the game’s greatest players ever throughout his career. Not being able to figure it out with these two is mind-numbing.
Ohtani returned to Japan and was very critical of his team. It is very surprising to hear because he is always in the best mood and never has anything negative to say. The fact that he says that he has a negative impression is not good news for that organization.
Shohei Ohtani might find his way out of Los Angeles before the next year begins.
There were trade rumors surrounding his name all season long but nothing ever came of it. The two-way superstar is scheduled to make 30 million dollars next season which is a major upgrade from the total that he had in 2022. However, we don’t know which team will be paying him that.
One team that might be able to make him happy is the Chicago Cubs. They have a lot of great trade assets to go with a team that might be able to make some noise with a big off-season. Of course, they could use an elite starter that is also an elite hitter.
There is also a DH in the National League now which makes them more attractive to him than when he first came over from Japan. If the Angels (with their new ownership coming in and all the changes that they are going to make) put Ohtani on the block, the Cubs should consider it.
He clearly is looking to be on a team that wants to win. Making a big trade like that would tell the world that the Cubs are trying to win again. There are going to be a lot of teams calling to check in on his status with the club so you just never know what happens.
20 Best Porn Games, Adult Sex Games, and Hentai Games to Play Online in 2022
Have you wondered what the best porn games are? Or, more specifically, the best free porn games? This can be daunting, given the sheer number of adult games that are being developed all the time.
Well, that’s where we come in! We’re taking a comprehensive look at 20 of the best porn games in 2021 so you know which games fit what you’re looking for, and which ones will just waste your time.
This article will provide a “best of” list, comprehensive reviews, an overview of our ranking criteria, and an FAQ section. (If you’re completely new to porn games, you might want to skip to the FAQ section first.) All right, let’s get right into it, shall we?
20 Best Online Porn Games of 2022
After much careful consideration, here’s our “best of” list:
Nutaku – best overallHentai Heroes – best for hentai fansProject QT – best RPGFap CEO – best clicker gameLifeSelector.com – best POV contentMeet And Fuck Games – best multiplayer gameCrystal Maidens – best gameplayPocket Waifu – best animated scenesThe Fister – best graphicsMerge Nymphs – best puzzle gameSex Emulator – best customizationPlayForceOne – most lifelikeUtherVerse – best virtual world3D Sex Villa – best 3D gameSF Girls – best Android exclusiveGirlvania – best lesbian content3DXChat – best VR optionFapTitans – best walkthroughsPornGames.com – best interfaceSummertime Saga – best free updates
1. Nutaku – Best Option Overall
Pros Awesome interfaceSmooth gameplayMobile-friendlyZero ads
ConsHentai-only content
Nutaku is head and shoulders above the rest of the porn game sites out there. There are more games than you could probably ever have time to play (no, that’s not a challenge), including many that are free.
If you’re a hentai fan, you’ll most likely love Nutaku as that’s their primary niche. If you’re not really into hentai, though, you’re probably better off going elsewhere.
If you do in fact appreciate hentai, Nutaku is an incredible site with a smooth layout, no annoying ads, and gameplay that remains blissfully uninterrupted by bugs, lag, or glitches.
2. Hentai Heroes – Best Hentai Game
Pros Fun, addictive gameplayTop-rated browser gamePerfect for RPG adventure fans
ConsFreemium (tries to sell in-game currency)Not the best graphicsHentai-only focus
Hentai Heroes is another game to check out if you’re a hentai fan. You’ll especially appreciate it if you like RPG/adventure games and don’t mind less-than-stellar graphics.
The gameplay, which consists of building your own harem, is quite addictive, but be aware that the game will try hard to sell you in-game currency, which means you might want to avoid Hentai Heroes if you have poor self-control and shouldn’t be breaking the bank on a porn game.
Ultimately, Hentai Heroes is fun and solid for a browser-based game, but lacks some of the higher-quality graphics and gameplay of regular PC games or porn games that carry an up-front cost.
3. Project QT – Best Role-Playing Game
ProsQuality you can expect from a Nutaku titleHybrid game (click, RPG, and harem)Extensive storylineTop-quality design
ConsMobile-focused, so not as good for PC
Project QT is a Nutaku title, which means that it will adhere to a basic quality standard that is much higher than much of what you can find for free online.
This is another game that follows a hentai design style—you can see that there’s a strong trend in porn games toward hentai. If that’s not an issue for you, Project QT is definitely a game to keep on your radar, as there’s fun gameplay, a massive storyline, beautiful art, and really sexy characters.
The main downside with Project QT is that it’s not all that suitable for PC play, as it was designed with mobile gameplay in mind. This does make it a good option for when you’re on the go, though.
4. Fap CEO – Most Fun Clicker Game
Pros Nice artworkEasy clicker gameplayInteresting dialogue
Cons Can get expensive quicklyHentai-only content
Fap CEO is yet another hentai-focused Nutaku offering. As such, you’re guaranteed to have an overall solid game.
On the plus side, Fap CEO offers an easy clicker game that will make you feel like a boss as you make money and hook up with your employees. It has above-average graphics and gameplay that’s pretty compelling compared to most porn games.
On the downside, Fap CEO has limited free gameplay and its microtransactions add up quickly. This is another game you might want to avoid if you have poor self-control and a limited budget.
5. LifeSelector.com – Hottest POV Content
Pros POV/CYOA styleReasonable pricingSuper interactiveTons of models and categories
Cons Not much available for freeNot super user-friendly
LifeSelector is a cool site because it offers a unique blend of porn and gaming. It leverages a “Choose Your Own Adventure” concept with real porn stars to make you feel like you’re right there calling the shots.
If you’re not really into hentai or other animated stuff, this could be the perfect option for you. The only issue is that there’s not much you can get out of LifeSelector for free.
Ultimately, though, you get what you pay for, and you really can’t find this kind of unique experience with other porn sites. So, if you have a little bit of a budget and a craving for interactive porn, LifeSelector is hard to beat.
6. Meet And Fuck Games – Best Multiplayer Game
Pros Huge variety of gamesMultiplayer optionsRecognizable franchises
Cons Some lower-quality gamesNot the best interface
Meet And Fuck Games is one of the best sites for “Meet-n-Fuck”-style games, which are essentially role-playing games where you’re a guy going around and talking to different women, leading inevitably to hardcore sex.
Another nice aspect to Meet And Fuck Games is their many parody games, which allow you to get it on with characters you might know from video games or anime if that’s your thing (hey, no judgment here).
Meet And Fuck Games also offers multiplayer games, which are relatively unusual when it comes to porn games.
The major downside to Meet And Fuck Games is that some of the games are much lower quality than others, so you might need to dig around a bit to settle on a good one.
7. Crystal Maidens – Most Interesting Gameplay
Pros Another Nutaku titleTons of customizationExpansive community100 percent free
Cons Steep-ish learning curve
Crystal Maidens is another top recommendation, particularly if you’re into hentai-style games. You get the quality you can count on from a Nutaku title, with impressive gameplay that even rivals non-porn games like Age of Empires or Warcraft.
This level of gameplay, however, means that it can carry a bit of a learning curve, especially relative to most porn games. You need to be a little bit committed to learning and/or already be into these kinds of games.
Overall, Crystal Maidens is a fantastic choice if you can commit to learning the gameplay, as it features tons of customization and a broad community of users. Plus, it’s totally free.
8. Pocket Waifu – Best Animated Scenes
Pros Lots of mini-gamesPlenty of animated scenesInteresting charactersSolid customization options
Cons No saving your progress
Pocket Waifu is perfect if you’re craving a simulator that lets you be treated like a king by gorgeous waifus.
This game will keep you busy for a while, as you can play a variety of mini-games and enjoy a ton of animated sex scenes. There are also lots of customizable features so that you can design your perfect waifu.
Users might find the lack of a save option disappointing, however, which keeps this game from being one of our top picks.
9. The Fister – Hottest Graphics
Pros Fans of The Witcher will love itSuper realistic feelNo learning curve
Cons Simplistic storylineRequires in-game purchases for full experience
The Fister is inspired by The Witcher and offers a fun free porn game with impressive graphics considering it doesn’t carry an up-front cost.
People who are already fans of The Witcher will love embodying these characters and the immersion delivered by the super realistic feel of the game. It’s also easy, meaning you won’t get frustrated with intricate gameplay when you just want to get off.
Ultimately, The Fister is fun but not likely to grab your attention for long, as the storyline is simple, and you’ll have to shell out to get a more in-depth experience.
10. Merge Nymphs – Best Puzzle Game
Pros Quality you expect from NutakuExtensive gameplayGood-quality art
Cons Kind of an oddball puzzle gameFreemium with pricy upgrades
Merge Nymphs is yet another Nutaku title, meaning that it offers solid gameplay and graphics. While it does feature a lot of levels and girls, it’s also a bit unusual in terms of gameplay.
You play Merge Nymphs on a grid and move objects around until they accumulate and become larger and more valuable objects. It’s a unique genre for sure, but some people may find it just too out there or uninteresting.
On the other hand, if you’re a big puzzle person, you might end up loving this game. Just be aware that the full experience will require spending on unlockable content, which can quickly add up.
11. Sex Emulator – Most Customizable Porn Game
Pros Impressive voice actingSmooth animationsGreat overall production value
Cons Limited customization
Sex Emulator may not have the most compelling title, but it offers impressive 3D simulation. These are the kinds of graphics you’d expect from regular PC games, so it’s not your typical sex game material.
This is also a unique offering in that there’s powerful voice acting, making the game feel super immersive along with the high-quality graphics.
Kinky types will also appreciate Sex Emulator for its wide variety of kinks and fetishes, which will definitely keep you busy for a while.
The only real downside to Sex Emulator is that it lacks some of the customization offered by the other games reviewed here.
12. PlayForceOne – Most Lifelike
Pros Great for kinky typesWide variety of stylesGreat for desktop
Cons Not mobile-compatibleLimited categories
If you want a throwback to flash games, PlayForceOne might very well be for you! This site hosts a bunch of flash games that are all at least decent quality.
PlayForceOne is awesome because there are so many styles of games that it’s hard to get bored. Plus, there are a lot of kinky games so you’re likely to find something no matter what kinks or fetishes you might have.
The major drawback with PlayForceOne is that you won’t be able to use it on your phone. It does make up for this, however, with an impressive user experience on your desktop.
13. UtherVerse – Most Intricate Virtual World
Pros Large communityEasy to meet people
Cons Substantial learning curveNo adjusting volume in-gameFreemium offering
UtherVerse is its own virtual world, combining social media and software that allows you to meet other people online. It’s quite possibly the best XXX simulator out there, with all kinds of settings available: nightclubs, bars, even hotels, and movie theaters.
Without leaving your house you can walk around and have virtual sex with a huge variety of people. While it’s easy to meet people on UtherVerse, and it features a large and friendly community, there is a bit of a learning curve.
This learning curve, along with having to shell out for a VIP membership for full access, are the main downsides to UtherVerse. Apart from that, this is one unique and immersive offering.
14. 3D Sex Villa – Best 3D Game
Pros Highly interactiveIn-depth customizationSupports teledildonics
Cons Requires in-game currencyNot discreet on your PC
Although there are some drawbacks, 3D Sex Villa wins major points for its interactive style. This makes it easily one of the best sex simulators that we’re reviewing here.
You can customize almost everything about the women you’ll be bedding, which makes this game not only fun but also more realistic. Adding to this realism is their support for teledildonics, making 3D Sex Villa ahead of the curve.
The only real bummer with 3D Sex Villa is that it requires “sexcoins” to get the full experience, and it’s hard to hide on you computer, making it not the best choice if you’re looking to keep your porn game hobby cheap and/or a secret.
15. SF Girls – Best Android Exclusive
Pros Nutaku qualityExtremely hot scenesHigh-quality animation
Cons Android-exclusiveEncourages you to spend money
SF Girls is a sci-fi-themed hentai game with a huge emphasis on titties. If you’re a hentai and/or boob guy, then you’re in luck.
As a Nutaku offering, SF Girls offers the quality you expect, with super hot scenes and really high-quality animation.
As with other Nutaku games, however, you’ll be teased and then compelled to spend money, so be aware of that. Plus, this is an Android-exclusive game, so if you’re hoping to play on your iPhone, you’re shit out of luck.
16. Girlvania – Hottest Lesbian Content
Pros Top game for lesbian contentHugely customizableSmooth animations
Cons Expensive upgradesExpensive overall
Girlvania dominates its niche as the best lesbian porn game out there by far. There’s extensive gameplay and an astounding amount of customization, with over 1,000 different clothing and makeup choices available.
Players will appreciate Girlvania’s high-quality animations and extensive gameplay, with the option for solo, duo, and threesomes.
The main drawback with Girlvania is that you’ll have to shell out some money. It’s one of the more expensive options on this list, but hey, you get what you pay for, and Girlvania delivers amazing lesbian content.
17. 3DXChat – Best VR Option
Pros Great multiplayer gameHigh-quality graphicsImmersive gameplayVR and teledildonic options
Cons Must be downloaded and installedThere are adsNot a lot of customization
3DXChat is a perfect choice if you’re looking for a multiplayer game without a bunch of filler content.
With 3DXChat you get fun multiplayer gameplay with impressive graphics and the option for an even more immersive experience with VR (virtual reality) and teledildonic options.
Keeping this from being one of our top options is the fact that you must install the game, deal with some annoying ads, and can’t customize to the extent of many of the other games listed here.
18. FapTitans – Best Walkthroughs
Pros Simple gameplayGuided tutorialFree experience is decent
Cons Non-XXX filterCosts can add up if you’re impatient
FapTitans is a super simple clicker game that will appeal to people who don’t want to get into the complicated aspects of an RPG.
The gameplay is easy, and you can let FapTitans run in the background to accumulate rewards that will get you a gallery full of hentai images.
The main issue is that FapTitans is pretty demanding of your computer or laptop despite its simple gameplay. Plus, if you don’t want to let it run in the background or spend a lot of time clicking, you’ll have to shell out real money to get what you’re looking for more quickly and easily.
19. PornGames.com – Best Interface
Pros Tons of gamesUser-friendly interface
Cons Questionable tabsSome lower-quality games
It’s not hard to tell what you’re getting with a site called PornGames.com. Overall, it’s a solid option because there are a ton of games, many of which are free.
The site also features a nice design and has some helpful search options that enable you to quickly find what you’re looking for.
On the other hand, PornGames has some tabs that are best avoided: “HD,” which doesn’t appear to do anything, “Meet and Fuck,” which sends you to a random, sketchy site, and “Private Sex Games,” which is just an ad.
If you ignore these tabs and some of the more low-quality games on PornGames, however, it’s a solid pick.
20. Summertime Saga – Best Free Updates
Pros Fun dating simulatorAppeals to kinky typesAbsolutely free
Cons Not iPhone supported
Ah, nothing like the good ol’ days of high school and college, am I right? Just kidding, if you’re reading a review of porn games, well, you might not have had the best experience there.
It’s all good, though, because Summertime Saga will help make up for it as you’ll get to explore tons of fantasies with hot friends, classmates, and even teachers, while you play as a horny teenager.
Although still in development, this game features an impressive array of fetishes, animated scenes, and mini-games. The storyline is also quite robust.
The only real downside to Summertime Saga is that it’s not supported on iPhone, so you’ll need to play on an Android device or PC/Mac/Linux.
Top Three games
1. Nutaku is easily one of the best porn game sites around. With an abundant selection of free and paid games, you’re never likely to get bored.
2. Hentai Heroes is one of the more addictive games that we featured, so be careful not to get caught up too much with buying the in-game currency. If you can keep that under control, this is one of our top picks for hentai RPGs.
3. Project QT is an awesome porn game. If you like hentai, you’ll love the engaging gameplay, deep storyline, and gorgeous animation.
Here are the criteria that we kept in mind for these reviews, so it’s helpful that you understand them.
CostSome games are completely free, while others have an up-front cost, in-game costs, or both. We kept this in mind, considering most people probably don’t want to break the bank on porn games. Many games will try to lure you in with no up-front cost but then will be loaded with in-purchase fees to make the game more expansive or fulfilling. We tried to note the games that did this to a frustrating degree or that offered little value for free customers.
Story depth Maybe you couldn’t care less about the quality or depth of a porn game’s storyline. This is porn after all, the genre notorious for having ultra-cheesy and random storylines to set up two (or more) people to start banging. Many gamers, however, really appreciate compelling narratives, and so we kept that in mind and highlighted the porn games that offered more storytelling depth and nuance.
GraphicsIn general, you get what you pay for. If you want the best graphics, you will need to shell out a bit up front for the more premium games. There are an impressive amount of free games, however, that have solid or even beautiful graphics, so we made sure to mention those.
We’ve got some of your main porn game questions covered:
What even is a porn game? Just think of computer and video games. There are all kinds of genres, like RPGs (role-playing games), adventure, combat, and more. Porn games simply involve sexual content, which can range from softcore to extreme hardcore and everything in between.
How do I find porn games? A quick search will give you plenty of sites, but you can always stick with the games reviewed above. If you want to easily find a lot of games in one place, stick to sites like Nutaku that feature multiple games.
Can I use teledildonics with any porn games? Yes, indeed! One game that we reviewed above, for example, 3DXChat, features teledildonic support, meaning that you can sync up your sex toys for an enhanced experience that delivers even deeper immersion.
Are there multiplayer porn games? There sure are. Two that we reviewed above include—or are predicated on—multiplayer: UtherVerse and 3DXChat.
As you can tell from this article, there are a massive number of porn games to be found online. While it can almost be overwhelming to figure out where to start, we hope our guide to the best porn games in 2021 makes things much easier on you. In any case, no matter what games you choose from this list, we’re confident that you’ll have an enjoyable experience. Fap on!
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20 Best Porn Games, Adult Sex Games, and Hentai Games to Play Online in 2022Corvelay Mediaon October 18, 2022 at 1:00 pm
Have you wondered what the best porn games are? Or, more specifically, the best free porn games? This can be daunting, given the sheer number of adult games that are being developed all the time.
Well, that’s where we come in! We’re taking a comprehensive look at 20 of the best porn games in 2021 so you know which games fit what you’re looking for, and which ones will just waste your time.
This article will provide a “best of” list, comprehensive reviews, an overview of our ranking criteria, and an FAQ section. (If you’re completely new to porn games, you might want to skip to the FAQ section first.) All right, let’s get right into it, shall we?
20 Best Online Porn Games of 2022
After much careful consideration, here’s our “best of” list:
Nutaku – best overallHentai Heroes – best for hentai fansProject QT – best RPGFap CEO – best clicker gameLifeSelector.com – best POV contentMeet And Fuck Games – best multiplayer gameCrystal Maidens – best gameplayPocket Waifu – best animated scenesThe Fister – best graphicsMerge Nymphs – best puzzle gameSex Emulator – best customizationPlayForceOne – most lifelikeUtherVerse – best virtual world3D Sex Villa – best 3D gameSF Girls – best Android exclusiveGirlvania – best lesbian content3DXChat – best VR optionFapTitans – best walkthroughsPornGames.com – best interfaceSummertime Saga – best free updates
1. Nutaku – Best Option Overall
Pros Awesome interfaceSmooth gameplayMobile-friendlyZero ads
ConsHentai-only content
Nutaku is head and shoulders above the rest of the porn game sites out there. There are more games than you could probably ever have time to play (no, that’s not a challenge), including many that are free.
If you’re a hentai fan, you’ll most likely love Nutaku as that’s their primary niche. If you’re not really into hentai, though, you’re probably better off going elsewhere.
If you do in fact appreciate hentai, Nutaku is an incredible site with a smooth layout, no annoying ads, and gameplay that remains blissfully uninterrupted by bugs, lag, or glitches.
2. Hentai Heroes – Best Hentai Game
Pros Fun, addictive gameplayTop-rated browser gamePerfect for RPG adventure fans
ConsFreemium (tries to sell in-game currency)Not the best graphicsHentai-only focus
Hentai Heroes is another game to check out if you’re a hentai fan. You’ll especially appreciate it if you like RPG/adventure games and don’t mind less-than-stellar graphics.
The gameplay, which consists of building your own harem, is quite addictive, but be aware that the game will try hard to sell you in-game currency, which means you might want to avoid Hentai Heroes if you have poor self-control and shouldn’t be breaking the bank on a porn game.
Ultimately, Hentai Heroes is fun and solid for a browser-based game, but lacks some of the higher-quality graphics and gameplay of regular PC games or porn games that carry an up-front cost.
3. Project QT – Best Role-Playing Game
ProsQuality you can expect from a Nutaku titleHybrid game (click, RPG, and harem)Extensive storylineTop-quality design
ConsMobile-focused, so not as good for PC
Project QT is a Nutaku title, which means that it will adhere to a basic quality standard that is much higher than much of what you can find for free online.
This is another game that follows a hentai design style—you can see that there’s a strong trend in porn games toward hentai. If that’s not an issue for you, Project QT is definitely a game to keep on your radar, as there’s fun gameplay, a massive storyline, beautiful art, and really sexy characters.
The main downside with Project QT is that it’s not all that suitable for PC play, as it was designed with mobile gameplay in mind. This does make it a good option for when you’re on the go, though.
4. Fap CEO – Most Fun Clicker Game
Pros Nice artworkEasy clicker gameplayInteresting dialogue
Cons Can get expensive quicklyHentai-only content
Fap CEO is yet another hentai-focused Nutaku offering. As such, you’re guaranteed to have an overall solid game.
On the plus side, Fap CEO offers an easy clicker game that will make you feel like a boss as you make money and hook up with your employees. It has above-average graphics and gameplay that’s pretty compelling compared to most porn games.
On the downside, Fap CEO has limited free gameplay and its microtransactions add up quickly. This is another game you might want to avoid if you have poor self-control and a limited budget.
5. LifeSelector.com – Hottest POV Content
Pros POV/CYOA styleReasonable pricingSuper interactiveTons of models and categories
Cons Not much available for freeNot super user-friendly
LifeSelector is a cool site because it offers a unique blend of porn and gaming. It leverages a “Choose Your Own Adventure” concept with real porn stars to make you feel like you’re right there calling the shots.
If you’re not really into hentai or other animated stuff, this could be the perfect option for you. The only issue is that there’s not much you can get out of LifeSelector for free.
Ultimately, though, you get what you pay for, and you really can’t find this kind of unique experience with other porn sites. So, if you have a little bit of a budget and a craving for interactive porn, LifeSelector is hard to beat.
6. Meet And Fuck Games – Best Multiplayer Game
Pros Huge variety of gamesMultiplayer optionsRecognizable franchises
Cons Some lower-quality gamesNot the best interface
Meet And Fuck Games is one of the best sites for “Meet-n-Fuck”-style games, which are essentially role-playing games where you’re a guy going around and talking to different women, leading inevitably to hardcore sex.
Another nice aspect to Meet And Fuck Games is their many parody games, which allow you to get it on with characters you might know from video games or anime if that’s your thing (hey, no judgment here).
Meet And Fuck Games also offers multiplayer games, which are relatively unusual when it comes to porn games.
The major downside to Meet And Fuck Games is that some of the games are much lower quality than others, so you might need to dig around a bit to settle on a good one.
7. Crystal Maidens – Most Interesting Gameplay
Pros Another Nutaku titleTons of customizationExpansive community100 percent free
Cons Steep-ish learning curve
Crystal Maidens is another top recommendation, particularly if you’re into hentai-style games. You get the quality you can count on from a Nutaku title, with impressive gameplay that even rivals non-porn games like Age of Empires or Warcraft.
This level of gameplay, however, means that it can carry a bit of a learning curve, especially relative to most porn games. You need to be a little bit committed to learning and/or already be into these kinds of games.
Overall, Crystal Maidens is a fantastic choice if you can commit to learning the gameplay, as it features tons of customization and a broad community of users. Plus, it’s totally free.
8. Pocket Waifu – Best Animated Scenes
Pros Lots of mini-gamesPlenty of animated scenesInteresting charactersSolid customization options
Cons No saving your progress
Pocket Waifu is perfect if you’re craving a simulator that lets you be treated like a king by gorgeous waifus.
This game will keep you busy for a while, as you can play a variety of mini-games and enjoy a ton of animated sex scenes. There are also lots of customizable features so that you can design your perfect waifu.
Users might find the lack of a save option disappointing, however, which keeps this game from being one of our top picks.
9. The Fister – Hottest Graphics
Pros Fans of The Witcher will love itSuper realistic feelNo learning curve
Cons Simplistic storylineRequires in-game purchases for full experience
The Fister is inspired by The Witcher and offers a fun free porn game with impressive graphics considering it doesn’t carry an up-front cost.
People who are already fans of The Witcher will love embodying these characters and the immersion delivered by the super realistic feel of the game. It’s also easy, meaning you won’t get frustrated with intricate gameplay when you just want to get off.
Ultimately, The Fister is fun but not likely to grab your attention for long, as the storyline is simple, and you’ll have to shell out to get a more in-depth experience.
10. Merge Nymphs – Best Puzzle Game
Pros Quality you expect from NutakuExtensive gameplayGood-quality art
Cons Kind of an oddball puzzle gameFreemium with pricy upgrades
Merge Nymphs is yet another Nutaku title, meaning that it offers solid gameplay and graphics. While it does feature a lot of levels and girls, it’s also a bit unusual in terms of gameplay.
You play Merge Nymphs on a grid and move objects around until they accumulate and become larger and more valuable objects. It’s a unique genre for sure, but some people may find it just too out there or uninteresting.
On the other hand, if you’re a big puzzle person, you might end up loving this game. Just be aware that the full experience will require spending on unlockable content, which can quickly add up.
11. Sex Emulator – Most Customizable Porn Game
Pros Impressive voice actingSmooth animationsGreat overall production value
Cons Limited customization
Sex Emulator may not have the most compelling title, but it offers impressive 3D simulation. These are the kinds of graphics you’d expect from regular PC games, so it’s not your typical sex game material.
This is also a unique offering in that there’s powerful voice acting, making the game feel super immersive along with the high-quality graphics.
Kinky types will also appreciate Sex Emulator for its wide variety of kinks and fetishes, which will definitely keep you busy for a while.
The only real downside to Sex Emulator is that it lacks some of the customization offered by the other games reviewed here.
12. PlayForceOne – Most Lifelike
Pros Great for kinky typesWide variety of stylesGreat for desktop
Cons Not mobile-compatibleLimited categories
If you want a throwback to flash games, PlayForceOne might very well be for you! This site hosts a bunch of flash games that are all at least decent quality.
PlayForceOne is awesome because there are so many styles of games that it’s hard to get bored. Plus, there are a lot of kinky games so you’re likely to find something no matter what kinks or fetishes you might have.
The major drawback with PlayForceOne is that you won’t be able to use it on your phone. It does make up for this, however, with an impressive user experience on your desktop.
13. UtherVerse – Most Intricate Virtual World
Pros Large communityEasy to meet people
Cons Substantial learning curveNo adjusting volume in-gameFreemium offering
UtherVerse is its own virtual world, combining social media and software that allows you to meet other people online. It’s quite possibly the best XXX simulator out there, with all kinds of settings available: nightclubs, bars, even hotels, and movie theaters.
Without leaving your house you can walk around and have virtual sex with a huge variety of people. While it’s easy to meet people on UtherVerse, and it features a large and friendly community, there is a bit of a learning curve.
This learning curve, along with having to shell out for a VIP membership for full access, are the main downsides to UtherVerse. Apart from that, this is one unique and immersive offering.
14. 3D Sex Villa – Best 3D Game
Pros Highly interactiveIn-depth customizationSupports teledildonics
Cons Requires in-game currencyNot discreet on your PC
Although there are some drawbacks, 3D Sex Villa wins major points for its interactive style. This makes it easily one of the best sex simulators that we’re reviewing here.
You can customize almost everything about the women you’ll be bedding, which makes this game not only fun but also more realistic. Adding to this realism is their support for teledildonics, making 3D Sex Villa ahead of the curve.
The only real bummer with 3D Sex Villa is that it requires “sexcoins” to get the full experience, and it’s hard to hide on you computer, making it not the best choice if you’re looking to keep your porn game hobby cheap and/or a secret.
15. SF Girls – Best Android Exclusive
Pros Nutaku qualityExtremely hot scenesHigh-quality animation
Cons Android-exclusiveEncourages you to spend money
SF Girls is a sci-fi-themed hentai game with a huge emphasis on titties. If you’re a hentai and/or boob guy, then you’re in luck.
As a Nutaku offering, SF Girls offers the quality you expect, with super hot scenes and really high-quality animation.
As with other Nutaku games, however, you’ll be teased and then compelled to spend money, so be aware of that. Plus, this is an Android-exclusive game, so if you’re hoping to play on your iPhone, you’re shit out of luck.
16. Girlvania – Hottest Lesbian Content
Pros Top game for lesbian contentHugely customizableSmooth animations
Cons Expensive upgradesExpensive overall
Girlvania dominates its niche as the best lesbian porn game out there by far. There’s extensive gameplay and an astounding amount of customization, with over 1,000 different clothing and makeup choices available.
Players will appreciate Girlvania’s high-quality animations and extensive gameplay, with the option for solo, duo, and threesomes.
The main drawback with Girlvania is that you’ll have to shell out some money. It’s one of the more expensive options on this list, but hey, you get what you pay for, and Girlvania delivers amazing lesbian content.
17. 3DXChat – Best VR Option
Pros Great multiplayer gameHigh-quality graphicsImmersive gameplayVR and teledildonic options
Cons Must be downloaded and installedThere are adsNot a lot of customization
3DXChat is a perfect choice if you’re looking for a multiplayer game without a bunch of filler content.
With 3DXChat you get fun multiplayer gameplay with impressive graphics and the option for an even more immersive experience with VR (virtual reality) and teledildonic options.
Keeping this from being one of our top options is the fact that you must install the game, deal with some annoying ads, and can’t customize to the extent of many of the other games listed here.
18. FapTitans – Best Walkthroughs
Pros Simple gameplayGuided tutorialFree experience is decent
Cons Non-XXX filterCosts can add up if you’re impatient
FapTitans is a super simple clicker game that will appeal to people who don’t want to get into the complicated aspects of an RPG.
The gameplay is easy, and you can let FapTitans run in the background to accumulate rewards that will get you a gallery full of hentai images.
The main issue is that FapTitans is pretty demanding of your computer or laptop despite its simple gameplay. Plus, if you don’t want to let it run in the background or spend a lot of time clicking, you’ll have to shell out real money to get what you’re looking for more quickly and easily.
19. PornGames.com – Best Interface
Pros Tons of gamesUser-friendly interface
Cons Questionable tabsSome lower-quality games
It’s not hard to tell what you’re getting with a site called PornGames.com. Overall, it’s a solid option because there are a ton of games, many of which are free.
The site also features a nice design and has some helpful search options that enable you to quickly find what you’re looking for.
On the other hand, PornGames has some tabs that are best avoided: “HD,” which doesn’t appear to do anything, “Meet and Fuck,” which sends you to a random, sketchy site, and “Private Sex Games,” which is just an ad.
If you ignore these tabs and some of the more low-quality games on PornGames, however, it’s a solid pick.
20. Summertime Saga – Best Free Updates
Pros Fun dating simulatorAppeals to kinky typesAbsolutely free
Cons Not iPhone supported
Ah, nothing like the good ol’ days of high school and college, am I right? Just kidding, if you’re reading a review of porn games, well, you might not have had the best experience there.
It’s all good, though, because Summertime Saga will help make up for it as you’ll get to explore tons of fantasies with hot friends, classmates, and even teachers, while you play as a horny teenager.
Although still in development, this game features an impressive array of fetishes, animated scenes, and mini-games. The storyline is also quite robust.
The only real downside to Summertime Saga is that it’s not supported on iPhone, so you’ll need to play on an Android device or PC/Mac/Linux.
Top Three games
1. Nutaku is easily one of the best porn game sites around. With an abundant selection of free and paid games, you’re never likely to get bored.
2. Hentai Heroes is one of the more addictive games that we featured, so be careful not to get caught up too much with buying the in-game currency. If you can keep that under control, this is one of our top picks for hentai RPGs.
3. Project QT is an awesome porn game. If you like hentai, you’ll love the engaging gameplay, deep storyline, and gorgeous animation.
Here are the criteria that we kept in mind for these reviews, so it’s helpful that you understand them.
CostSome games are completely free, while others have an up-front cost, in-game costs, or both. We kept this in mind, considering most people probably don’t want to break the bank on porn games. Many games will try to lure you in with no up-front cost but then will be loaded with in-purchase fees to make the game more expansive or fulfilling. We tried to note the games that did this to a frustrating degree or that offered little value for free customers.
Story depth Maybe you couldn’t care less about the quality or depth of a porn game’s storyline. This is porn after all, the genre notorious for having ultra-cheesy and random storylines to set up two (or more) people to start banging. Many gamers, however, really appreciate compelling narratives, and so we kept that in mind and highlighted the porn games that offered more storytelling depth and nuance.
GraphicsIn general, you get what you pay for. If you want the best graphics, you will need to shell out a bit up front for the more premium games. There are an impressive amount of free games, however, that have solid or even beautiful graphics, so we made sure to mention those.
We’ve got some of your main porn game questions covered:
What even is a porn game? Just think of computer and video games. There are all kinds of genres, like RPGs (role-playing games), adventure, combat, and more. Porn games simply involve sexual content, which can range from softcore to extreme hardcore and everything in between.
How do I find porn games? A quick search will give you plenty of sites, but you can always stick with the games reviewed above. If you want to easily find a lot of games in one place, stick to sites like Nutaku that feature multiple games.
Can I use teledildonics with any porn games? Yes, indeed! One game that we reviewed above, for example, 3DXChat, features teledildonic support, meaning that you can sync up your sex toys for an enhanced experience that delivers even deeper immersion.
Are there multiplayer porn games? There sure are. Two that we reviewed above include—or are predicated on—multiplayer: UtherVerse and 3DXChat.
As you can tell from this article, there are a massive number of porn games to be found online. While it can almost be overwhelming to figure out where to start, we hope our guide to the best porn games in 2021 makes things much easier on you. In any case, no matter what games you choose from this list, we’re confident that you’ll have an enjoyable experience. Fap on!
Lucky Plush helps two artists deal with their Unfinished Business
Kurt Chiang and Melinda Jean Myers (known to friends as Mindy) have wanted to collaborate for years. But it took a pandemic for the former Neo-Futurist artistic director and the Lucky Plush ensemble member to finally develop a full-length piece together.
Unfinished Business, the fruit of that longed-for collaboration (much of it conducted remotely, and not just due to the pandemic; Myers now lives in Iowa City, where she teaches dance at the University of Iowa), gets three public performances this weekend at Links Hall. (There is also a workshop, “Finishing the Business,” conducted by Myers and Chiang on Saturday.) Supported in part by Lucky Plush’s Embodied Research microgrant program, the piece looks at the career trajectories of its creators “while attempting to connect with the audience in ways that are honest and entirely present.”
Unfinished BusinessThu-Sat 10/20-10/22, 7 PM, Links Hall, 3111 N. Western, luckyplush.com, $30 ($15 industry), livestream (Sat only) $20, “Finishing the Business” workshop Sat 11 AM-2:30 PM, $70 (includes one free in-person or livestream ticket).
That last part should sound familiar to longtime fans of both the Neo-Futurists and Lucky Plush. The former has been serving up short plays since 1988 in their late-night show (originally Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind, until a dispute with founder and original artistic director Greg Allen led to reinvention as The Infinite Wrench). Those plays, as well as many of the primetime full-length shows presented by the Neos, have been rooted in the idea that the performers aren’t pretending to be anyone other than who they are, and the writing has always been “grounded in their personal experiences and perspectives.”
Lucky Plush, founded by artistic director Julia Rhoads in 2000, is notable for work that blends theater and dance with a focus on what they describe as “provoking and supporting an immediacy of presence—a palpable live-ness—shared by performers in real time with audiences.”
Chiang and Myers had been aware of (and admirers of) each other’s work for years. Myers, who lived in Chicago from 2012-2016, says, “I got to know Kurt’s work by going to see him at the Neo-Futurists, seeing him perform and then also seeing him direct things. And then I invited him to a one-woman show I did with High Concept Laboratories. I think that’s one of the first times that it was like, ‘Oh, we both kind of do this.’ Then I had invited him to do something with me, but then I became pregnant. And so that process was interrupted, and, you know, turned into nothing. And then Kurt invited me to be in The Arrow, which was a show he was directing.” (That storytelling show, created by Chiang and Lily Mooney, “subjects written essays to spontaneous interruptions, complications, absurdity and horseplay.”)
Rhoads too has long been a fan of the Neo-Futurists. She noted in a 2021 interview with Reader contributor Irene Hsiao that part of the idea behind Lucky Plush’s digital festival, The Map of Now, was inspired by the Neos’ use of the Gather.Town platform for a virtual benefit. Rhoads was also featured in the Neo-Futurists’ 2017 publication, The Neo-Futurists: Body.
What was the personal career trajectory guiding Chiang and Myers’s different paths? In a rehearsal video on the Lucky Plush site, Chiang talks about thinking that, after landing in Chicago post-college, he would go around town with “a suitcase full of headshots, and I would give those headshots out to everyone who casts people,” with the aim of then becoming wildly successful in theater and film.
In the same video, Myers recalls interviewing to be a server at a fine-dining restaurant (food-service jobs and performing artists being long joined at the hip), and becoming flummoxed by the interviewer asking her, “How many balloons do you think can fit in this room?” “Needless to say, I didn’t get the job,” she notes.
Chiang tells me, “We wanted [the piece] to center around ‘How did we get into this? How did I get into theater? How did I start acting? How did Mindy get into dance? How did she start dancing?’ So we thought, ‘Let’s give voice to that in the piece and then build choreography or like movement and staging around that idea and try to pace it, piece it all together.’ So it feels like it’s autobiographical in that way.” He adds, “It also matched up with the times of it being instigated by this global plague. ‘What is it that we’re doing? How do we get here? What are we gonna do next?’ It’s not a pandemic show. We don’t address that socially or politically. But it definitely is sprung from that sort of existential crisis.”
Myers notes that she had called upon Chiang for feedback after she moved to Iowa City for a one-woman show she was working on. “I just really needed some support dramaturgically. And so I was sending Kurt all these videos and just being like, ‘Help, help me. Please.’ And so that kind of reignited this relationship. I just wanted to know more about that, but more in a way that we were working side by side, even though we’re far apart. It’s literally not side by side. We have really different lives and really different day-to-days and whatnot. But I think the nugget of it was that when I called Kurt, I had a lot of nervous energy about asking, ‘Can you imagine making a show with me?’ And he said that we have unfinished business.”
The process of working together without being in physical proximity presented challenges, of course. Says Myers, “The hours we’ve spent in person are far less than the times we’ve spent on Zoom. And we did a voice memo practice, so we were leaving just copious amounts of little memos over the last year and a half. Talking about the process and then also fulfilling it with content.” Myers adds, “I don’t know about Kurt, but I’ve never worked like that before. I’m typically an in-studio person and doing it all live and in real time.”
Rhoads notes that becoming more comfortable with this mode of collaboration has been a natural evolution for Lucky Plush, which created the Virtual Dance Lab in response to the pandemic. The Embodied Research program itself was also born out of the COVID-19 shutdown and continuing concerns about working together in person as subsequent variants emerged. It’s not just about providing some financial support for artists in unprecedented times, but also seeding the ground for different approaches to creating work.
“We were doing tours that were postponed from the pandemic, so we had those on the schedule. But in terms of going back in a studio, a lot of our ensemble members have babies, so there is concern about that [in the pandemic],” says Rhoads. “Lucky Plush has always had long-term ensemble members. They move on, different things happen, sometimes they come back. So much about the ensemble and so much about what the artists bring that’s always been part of the ethos of our work is that it’s collaborative. We draw from each other, we learn from each other. So rather than kind of forcing a new process that I wasn’t ready to undertake in a studio . . . I was like, ‘You know, why not put money toward their own independent research with really no expectation that it would evolve into a show?’ So there’s all kinds of research projects that we’ve supported. One of our ensemble members [Meghann Wilkinson], who has had scoliosis for many years, started working with pilates practitioners and somatic practitioners on how to really shift thinking about working with the body in different ways.”
What both Chiang and Myers hope audiences for Unfinished Business will take away is an appreciation for their own journeys, inside or outside of the arts, where the “busyness” of life so often gets in the way of what we think we should be doing, or our self-image of what success means. As numerous essays about the Great Resignation have made clear, a lot of people are reexamining their relationship with work right now.
“I think that what I bring forward in the show the most is this very real and lived experience that I have, which I think a lot of folks have, of reaching toward something to be attained or seeing it from like the beginning space and then taking your time to do the things you need to do to get there,” says Myers. “My sort of take is just proclaiming that anytime I’ve gotten there, it isn’t what I think it’s gonna be. There’s like this really big tension of ‘I really want that thing. I really wanna be in a dance company. I really wanna be touring the world internationally.’ And it doesn’t end up that way . . . it’s not an arrival point per se. There’s always the next thing. And I’ve had a lot of conversations about this—that morning when the show’s done, we did it, people came and then there’s that feeling afterward of like, ‘It’s over.’ And it’s not satiated, it’s still hungry. There’s still an itch to scratch. So for me, I think at this point in my life, I think that I’m really reckoning with many interests.”
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Writers names new artistic director
Fifteen months after founding artistic director Michael Halberstam’s resignation in the wake of sexual harassment allegations, Writers Theatre in Glencoe has finally named a permanent successor. Braden Abraham comes to the 30-year-old company from Seattle, where he’s been associated with Seattle Rep for 20 years (the past eight as artistic director). During his tenure, Seattle Rep greatly expanded its commitment to new work through three different programs that, collectively, will support the development of 20 new pieces over the next decade. He will assume the reins at Writers in February. Kate Lipuma continues in her role as executive director. Bobby Kennedy, the director of new work and dramaturgy for the company, had been serving as interim artistic director and will continue with Writers in a role still to be determined.
And the Jeff Awards go to . . .
Monday night at Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace, the Joseph Jefferson (Jeff) Awards for Equity theater were handed out live for the first time since the pandemic began, in a ceremony hosted by Chicago powerhouse E. Faye Butler. The biggest winners were Aurora’s Paramount Theatre, which bagged six awards for its production of Kinky Boots (the show was one of the first to open last fall, and the theater took some heat for its masking and proof-of-vax policies) and the Goodman, which took five Jeffs for the Broadway-bound Good Night, Oscarand one for their revival of Gem of the Ocean.
The latter’s director, Chuck Smith, received a lifetime achievement award. The former show has been the source of controversy in recent weeks. Playwright David Adjmi went public with his account of an abortive attempt to work with star Sean Hayes on an Oscar Levant play in 2012. Doug Wright ended up writing Good Night, Oscar (and shared the Jeff Award for new work with Tyla Abercrumbie’s Relentlessat TimeLine Theatre). According to Adjmi, producer Beth Williams, who originally optioned Adjmi’s Levant play, told his agent in 2015 that they wouldn’t be moving forward with his script and that he would be sued if he didn’t “scrub all mention” of that script from the Internet. The Broadway production begins performances on April 7, 2023.
Several years ago, the Equity Jeff Awards (there is a separate awards program for non-Equity companies) divided productions into “large” and “midsize” categories to help level the playing field, though the acting awards put everyone head-to-head, regardless of gender identification or production size. So Cassidy Slaughter-Mason shared the award for principal performance in a play (for her stellar turn in Raven’s The Luckiest) with Hayes.
This year the Jeffs also added categories for shorter runs (nine to 17 performances), in recognition of the fact that several companies weren’t doing the usual longer runs coming out of the shutdown. Winners in those categories included About Face Theatre’s The Magnolia Ballet, which won in the categories for best production and best performer for Terry Guest (who also wrote the play); Congo Square Theatre’s ensemble for last spring’s production of What to Send Up When It Goes Down (which just finished an encore run at Lookingglass); and Natalie Y. Moore for her script of The Billboard, presented by 16th Street Theater. The entire list of winners is online at jeffawards.org.
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