I'd like to meet:
The Members of Vicious Vaudeville:
Jared The Conjuror
Jared is an escape artist, sideshow performer and contortionist. His act is comprised of classic sideshow and contortion routines treated with his own twisted spin and unique presentation. With an arsenal of restraints, pointy things, and lollypops (?) he will make you want to close your eyes and watch closer all at the same time!
http://www.myspace.com/jaredtheconjuror
Musicians: Elevator Action
Charlotte, NC’s rock three-some, Elevator Action, has gone root down to uncover and expose the underbelly of their rock world. Having built on the intensity of their original live shows since 2002, this hard rocking trio stands poised to call you their friend, steal your identity and make you one of their minions.
Just take 1oz. 70’s punk, 1 ¼ oz. Ziggy Stardust and a dash of bubble-gum pop. Shake feverishly, serve in a dirty ashtray with a garnish of agro-rock star attitude. This elixir of the rock gods is what we simply call Elevator Action.
Fire Eater: The Lady Aye
The Lady Aye keeps herself busy on stage as a fire eater, sword swallower, and emcee; and off stage as a noted burlesque producer and writer. Her hybrid variety creations include "Bump 'n' Grindhouse: B-Movie Burlesque", "The Naked City: Burlesque Noir", and "Space Girls Are Easy." Named by the Village Voice 2006 Best of New York issue an "up and coming burlesque babe", she has also appeared on "Gossip Girl", performs with The Pyrate Sisters all-girl sideshow, Lady Circus, and holds the unique distinction of being the world's only Jewish female sword swallower.
The Human Floor
Pete, aka "The Human Floor", is one of the strangest and most amazing performers you will ever see. In addition to acts as a strongman and pain-resister, he will present to you the ultimate routine of audience participation. He will invite as many willing audience members as possible to stand upon his unprotected body. This act is one of the most incredible and unforgettable things you will ever see; one that has placed him upon stages around the world. He has also been featured on Tyra Banks' Talk show, on HBO with Katie Morgan's Talk show; He has performed for Opie and Anthony's Virus Tour. Above all he currently holds the world record for having the most people stand on him, totalling over two-thousand pounds!
http://www.myspace.com/thehumanfloor
Agent N
Agent N is the undisputed NC-17 of burlesque and a queer,schizophrenic, anti-social mad scientist genius with a mind so dark and x-rated that she will captivate and scare you all at the same time! She is a co-founder and co-producer of HyperGender Burlesque. Her work has graced the pages of Jane Magazine, HBO's Real Sex 32, Fuse's Pants Off Dance Off, The Great Detectives DVD set, National Geographic, The NewYork Times, The Vamprye Lounge, GO Magazine and Time Out NY! Visit her on www.AgentN.com for more information.
Desert Sin
Desert Sin's objective is to weave narratives through movement while embracing the beautiful & the grotesque within. It is from continued experimentation and impassionedcreativity that DesertSin has become one of the most inspirational and ground-breaking dance companies since its unveiling in 1999. Fusing the intricacies of MiddleEastern dance origins with a wide array of other art forms, drama, and effects a style emerges like no other. A multi-cultural dance company, they develop characters and stories with innovative interpretations that reflect the world in which we live. DesertSin is a canvas for interpretation, revelation, and catharsis. Desert Sin has gained international popularity from appearances in theaters, festivals, nightclubs, television, and special events around the world. They have been featured on HBO, Wild West Tech, and IndiaTV. Desert Sin continues to tour internationally with performances and workshops and has a once a month run at the Zipper Theater this summer.
For further information on Desert Sin please visit www.desertsin.com
Stormy Leather
Stormy Leather is a burlesque performer, go go dancer, and model. She got her start in Chicago, go go dancing at Berlin and performing with Eve's Parlor Burlesque at Ozzfest in 2004. Once this tempestuous redhead arrived in NYC, she ripped through the burlesque scene like a Texas tornado. Her tumultuous performances have been seen all over NYC... The Slipper Room, Corio, Webster Hall, and the Box just to name a few. She is also a regular at Kitty Nights, Hotsy Totsy, Ixion, BadAss and the Rouge Coquette. Stormy now also cohosts Dirty Bomb, a monthly NYC rock party, with producer, and DJ, Supermorgan.
Lucy Buttons
Since moving from a small town in Wisconsin Lucy
Buttons, "the Queen of Rock n Roll Burlesque" has
quickly become a staple on the NYC burlesque circuit.
Her dance based take on the classic bump and grind,
mixed with rock and roll classics has gotten her
featured in television and in film. She has been seen
in several publications including Time Out New York,
Go NYC, and US Weekly. Miss Buttons made an
appearance on the red carpet with Dita Von Teese for
the premiere of Jekyll and Hyde Liqueur. During the
summer of 2007 she took her burly ways back to her
hometown selling out every time. Now she has returned
to NYC with even more tricks up her sparkly sleeves.
Lucy made it back just in time to perform at the the
Coney Island Rockabilly Festival and New York
Burlesque Festival of 2007. In 2008 she made her way
to Boston for The Great Boston Burlesque Expo. Also a
talented singer, songwriter, actress, and dancer in
other disciplines, this lady is quickly moving in on
her ultimate goal... taking over the world! Don't
miss out, check out myspace.com/lucybuttons.
Viva Caliente
With a history in dance and a love for good old fashioned burlesque, Viva will awe you with her performance.
More to come, including: DJs, Comedy, and Much More!!
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