The Vancouver Island Vixens Present: A Christmas Extravaganza

It’s the most magical time of the year! Escape from the glistening snow and join the Vancouver Island Vixens for a night of both classic-inspired and new age burlesque that is sure to warm you up. With special guest Gala Vega…and returning to the stage, guest emcee, Miss Good ‘N Plenty! Be sure to get your tickets for this extravaganza before they’re gone!
Tickets available on EVENTBRITE
Tickets:
*$25 advance
*$30 VIP
*$30 at the door

*Doors: 7:30 pm
*Show: 8:00 PM

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With our very special guest: Gala Vega!

And our returning guest emcee: Miss Good ‘N Plenty!

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***This event is taking place on the unceded and unsurrendered land of the Quw’ustun’ Nation***

We aim to create safe and welcoming spaces for people of all intersectional communities to celebrate body positivity and burlesque. The Duncan Showroom is wheelchair accessible, if you need any assistance or an accessible seat reserved, please send us a message and we will be happy to save you a spot! Two gender neutral washrooms are onsite. The showroom is also a dry venue, but they will have some great non alcoholic beverages and snacks available.

*19+ event. No minors.

BenDeLaCreme and the Vivacious Variety Show with Mod Carousel!

Join us for an extravagant evening full of award winning talent! We are pleased to present BenDeLaCreme and the Vivacious Variety Show! Starring Drag Super Star, BenDeLaCreme and Award winning Burlesque (Boylesque) troupe, Mod Carousel from Seattle as well as a host of fabulous local drag and burlesque talent! Join us for a jam-packed, jaw dropping evening!

Tickets available HERE

Hosted by BenDeLaCreme AND Betsy Bottom Dollar

Performances by:
BenDeLaCreme
Mod Carousel
Luminous Pariah
Paris Original
Moscato Extatique
Trojan Original

Local performances by:
Cherry Cheeks
Vivian Vanderpuss
Champagne Sparkles
Lola Maneata
Sinfull DeVille
Fruit Bat and Jellybaby
Eddi Licious and Gala Vega

**VIP INFO: A VIP Meet & Greet ticket includes: a private meet and greet and professional photo opportunity with BenDeLaCreme before the show! Includes a VIP Swag Bag and a seat in the first few rows of the theatre. Guests must arrive by 6:00PM

December Peer Reviews

December Peer Reviews are here!!

Burlesque Peer Reviews are an opportunity to further develop or assist with the creation of both old and new routines! Hosted by Cherry Cheeks, this is an event for community and performer growth.

Join us with a routine in progress or one you want to build upon and receive honest feedback. This is a safe space for your creativity and growth while sharing honest questions about your choices and insights.

Don’t have something to workshop but want to be involved? Come on by with your feedback! Only have a concept or costume? Bring that too!

There are 6 spots available for performers to present their routines, so if you are interested in presenting, please message Cherry Cheeks to get your name on the list. All levels welcome. Workshopping available by a recommended $5.00 – $10.00 donation to help cover studio costs. We want burlesque education & growth to be accessible for everyone & not limited by finances.

Spaces are limited, so please private message Cherry Cheeks if attending, though last-minute drop in spots may open!

We look forward to seeing you December 1st at Wild Roots Dance Studio! ????

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Wild Roots Dance Studio has a set of stairs to get to the studio. If mobility is an issue, please reach out to Cherry Cheeks and we will see how we can assist you.

The Bump ‘N Grindhouse: Burlesque Bingo

Love burlesque? Love games? Then this event is for you! Burlesque Bingo incorporates stellar burlesque performances with the fun of bingo!

Tickets available on EVENTBRITE

Welcome to The Bump n’ Grind House’s BURLESQUE BINGO!!

Love burlesque? Love games? Then this event is for you! Burlesque Bingo incorporates stellar burlesque performances with the fun of bingo! As an audience member you get to participate in the fun, not just sit and watch! 8 acts and 8 games included with admission, plus an extra bonus performance or two! If you’re not into playing bingo, you can still come by and enjoy the show! Please note that everyone who purchases admission to this show has an equal chance to win each of our our 8 games and this is not a gambling event. There are a total of 8 prizes.

Friday November 29th! Burlesque Bingo! Hosted by the incomparable J McLaughlin!!

PERFORMERS:

Hazel Nuez

Ruby Raqs

Blue Onyx

The Velvet Unicorn

Holly Hardwood

DOORS 7:00PM

SHOW and GAMES 8:00PM

This is a 19+ event

At The Bump n’ Grind House there is zero tolerance for any type of body shaming, homophobic, transphobic, racist, sexist or hateful behaviour. By purchasing a ticket and attending this event you agree to conduct yourself with the upmost respect for everyone at this event. In the event that you do not, you may be asked to leave without a refund.

The Victoria Event Centre is on the second story of a building up a flight of stairs. There is a continuous handrail up the stairwell. There is also a freight elevator around the back of the building but it is not operable at the moment. Inside the Victoria Event Centre there are two gender-neutral washrooms and backstage there is a gender-neutral, accessible washroom.

Please contact The Bump n’ Grind House if you have any concerns or questions at thebumpngrindhouse(at)gmail.com

Diversion Burlesk Presents Glitter and DOOM – A Tom Waits Burlesque Tribute

An Enthralling Evening Exploring and Celebrating the Eclectic Works of Tom Waits Through the Art of Burlesque
Tickets available on EVENTBRITE

DOORS: 7:00 pm

SHOW: 8:00 pm

This is a 19+ event.

About this Event

***Diversion Burlesk acknowledges that this event is held on the unceded territories of the Lekwungen people, also known as the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations.***

GLITTER AND DOOM

A Tom Waits Burlesque Tribute

Luna Lavender and Keith Sonic of Diversion Burlesk are bringing you an evening filled to the brim with burlesque numbers reflecting and celebrating the eclectic works of the ‘Master of Mood’, Tom Waits!

Come delve with us into this enthralling world of shadow and light, showcasing art so strange and sophisticated, brooding and beautiful, so outlandish and outrageous like Mr. Waits himself; a sphere of Glitter and Doom.

Featuring performances by:

Burnina Sparks

Busty Pipes

Florence Fatale

Hazel Nuez

Holly Hardwood

Keith Sonic

Lexxi Elixir

Luna Lavender

Penis Flytrap

Them Fatale

Ulva Südden

hosted by: the last of the big time losers – shayne avec i grec!

Diversion Burlesk is a new collective bringing monthly community burlesque shows to the Victoria Event Centre stage.

Diversion Burlesk strives for safer spaces with zero tolerance for body shaming, or homophobic, transphobic, racist, sexist or hateful behaviour. Consent is sexy and mandatory!

The Victoria Event Centre is on the second story of a building up a flight of stairs with a continuous handrail. There is currently no operational elevator. Should you need assistance getting up the stairs, please get in touch with us.

Inside the Victoria Event Centre both washrooms are gender-neutral, and one is accessible.

Teasers and Pleasers Presents Decentralized Strip Show

Kick off our season right with a night of sexy splendor, dancing and performances to raise funds for Otherworld 2020.

Tickets available on EVENTBRITE

PHOTOBOOTH WITH PHOTOGRAPHER!

EROTICA AND SMUT LIBRARY!

AND SO MUCH MORE!

DOORS 7PM / SHOWS AT 9PM AND 11PM

19+ / NO MINORS / Proceeds going towards Peers Victoria

FEATURING PERFORMERS:

– INDICA STONE

– FLORENCE FATALE

– LEXXICON

– PIXIE PLEASER

– TIFFANY TEMPEST

– FERN FLICKER

– MARIUS THE FAERIE BEAR

– HAZEL NUEZ

– SCARLETT HUMMINGBIRD

– MISS MABEL

– MORE TBA

FEATURING DJs:

RY GUY (V.E.M.C)

-Ry Guy is the founder of the Victoria Electronic Music Collective (V.E.M.C). With 15+ years of playing radio shows, clubs, parties and after hours gigs alongside Victoria’s biggest names he has quickly become a staple In the Victoria house music scene. He has always had a long lived passion for the underground music scene. Playing a bit of everything over the years has had lot of influence in his sound today, everything from electro house to break beats, be ready for a musical journey full of huge rolling bass lines guaranteed to get your feet moving.

TecStyleZ (Party People Sound Solutions)

– The man they call TecStyleZ has a rather ridiculously large and diverse collection of music at his disposal and the ability to play to just about any crowd. The love of music comes through in his sets and mixes. His initial forays into DJ culture were in the mid to late ’90s. You could find him spinning hip hop, down-tempo, dancehall reggae and dub. Then at the tail end of the ’90s, his passion for dancehall spawned his undying love for jungle and drum and bass, which he’s still known to throw down and mash up the dance from time to time. Since moving to Vancouver Island he has performed at Tall Tree Music Festival, Victoria Ska & Reggae Festival, Otherworld and Soundwave. These you can find him playing those funky, soulful, greasy,dance-floor bumpin sounds! Get out your comfortable shoes! Have a good stretch! And be prepared to shake what yo mama gave ya!

JVDED

– Previously a member of Screen_Name and folk rock band the Symphony Tree, Jade Eyeland now uses those varied influences to inform their selections and get even the most jaded of ravers groovin’ on the dancefloor with a mixture of classics and obscure internet gems. Jade has brought their mixture of meticulous research and improvisational fever dream to the dancefloors of DIY events, Kink and LGBTQ2AI events, festivals and night clubs throughout Canada. Jade has supported artists such as Whipped Cream, G Jones, and skii tour. Previously a member of Screen_Name and folk rock band the Symphony Tree, Jade now uses those varied influences to inform their selections and get even the most jaded of ravers groovin’ on the dancefloor.

Don’t want to haul the holy water and good books to Otherworld with you? Bring your champagne and smut to us! We are accepting early donations for the collection plate for Stripper Church!

Welcome home sinners, come repent with us!

We would like to gratefully acknowledge that the territory on which this event takes place is on the traditional, stolen, unceded land of the Lekwungen and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples. We acknowledge the rich cultural history of the many peoples and rituals that have been affected by the ongoing process of dispossession and colonialism. We hold this understanding in our interactions and engagements with this land and its people.

The Victoria Event Centre (VEC) is a non-profit organization (Victoria Multi-Cultual Society) that operates a multi-purpose rental venue for non-profits, arts groups, cultural communities and everyone in between.

At the VEC there is zero tolerance for any type of racist, sexist, ableist, fatphobic, transphobic or homophobic behaviour. If you feel uncomfortable at any time please take care of yourself and/or find one of our community support folks to help out.

VEC Accessibility:

There are three multi-user, gender-inclusive bathrooms with stalls. One bathroom has a larger stall with its own sink and a grab bar (more details in the ‘Bathrooms’ section).

The Victoria Event Centre currently does not have an operational elevator, and there is one long flight of stairs at the venue entrance. The only way into the VEC is up 27 wood stairs, 11″ deep, 6″ high. There are wooden 2.5” handrails 38” up the wall on each side of the staircase (54” apart, so not graspable on both sides at once). See further details in ‘Getting Inside’ section)

If you would like to attend the event but require assistance with accessing the space, please contact us at events@victoriaeventcentre.ca and VEC staff will do their best to accommodate.

Inside the Victoria Event Centre there is a gender inclusive wheelchair accessible washroom that technically fits necessary size dimensions, but is missing a bar and a handrail beside the toilet. There are two stalls, in the washroom, but only one of these has been renovated to meet 5’x5′ wheelchair clearance.

More detailed venue accessibility info is available at:

Accessibility

Accessibility update at the here: https://victoriaeventcentre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/VEC-Accessibility-Update-June-2019.pdf

Mezmerthighs: a Burlesque Showcase

Pervz&Curvz Collective is excited to announce that our very FIRST show, Mezmerthighs: A Burlesque Showcase will be taking place at our exciting new venue The Carlton Club Cabaret!

Tickets available on EVENTBRITE

Show Featuring:

Chai Tease
Wanda Fucqua
Holly Hardwood
and
MORE AMAZING PERFORMERS TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON.

Tickets: Available on Eventbrite

Doors @ 8:00pm
Showtime @ 9:30pm

This event is taking place on the unceded and stolen territory of the Lkwungen speaking people of the WSANEC, Songhees, and Wyomilth (Esquimalt) Nations.

Venue Information:

19+ Adult Only Venue (Bring 2 Valid Pieces of Photo ID)

Carlton Club Cabaret is open as a niteclub after the show and invites you to stay and dance the night away with FREE COVER CHARGE… Come for the show and stay for the niteclub party!

Coat Check is $2.00 throughout the evening!

*Free Parking on site, Directly on the #15 Bus Route!

*Designated Driver Options Available

If you enjoy adult beverages be sure to peek at their fun BURLESQUE THEMED drink specials
***Non-Alcoholic Beverages Available

Accessibility Information:

* The Carlton Club Cabaret does not have elevator, and there is a multi-flight of stairs at the venue entrance. If you would like to attend the event and require assistance with accessing the space, please contact us at pervzandcurvz@gmail.com and we will do our best to accommodate. The Carlton Club Cabaret has 3 BURLY door staff who are able and happy to assist as needed.

Bad Moon Saloon: Witching Hour – A Night of Enchanting Burlesque – TWO SHOWS

Before we go on: It’s important to us to acknowledge that this event will be taking place on the unceded territories of the Lekwungen People, also known as the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations. We believe that it’s crucial to remember that we are uninvited guests on this land – not only when we gather for events such as this, but everyday that we go about our lives here.

Bad Moon Saloon presents:
Witching Hour: A Night of Enchanting Burlesque!

Early Show Tickets 6:00-8:00pm: EVENTBRITE

Late Show Tickets 9:00-11:50pm: EVENTBRITE

On the most hallow of nights, October 31st, Bad Moon Saloon will be bringing you a delicious treat – and maybe a few tricks. We want to celebrate the divine of the feminine in the form of witchy wondrous-ness. Our performers are sure to lighten your heart and soothe your tortured soul. Come indulge in a night of enchantment and whimsy as we pay homage to the world of the witch!
You’ll get to witness magical burlesque numbers, consult the Tarot to gain insight into your future, try your hand at our raffle draw, and indulge in some tasty treats.

We have TWO back-to-back shows for you to catch – so whether you have a party to get to later in the night, or you’d like to cap off your Halloween festivities with us – we’ve got you covered.

Early show: Doors at 6 pm, show at 6:30 pm
Late show: Doors at 9 pm, show at 9:30 pm

We at Bad Moon Saloon will only ever produce LGBTQ+ inclusive events, so you are safe and welcome here.

This will be an unlicensed event, but due to the adult-oriented content, it is 18+ only.

Accessibility:
Intrepid Theatre Club is an accessible venue. We have five floor seats reserved for folks who require accessible seating.

Roll Call:
Your host, the enigmatic Gnarla Bush!

FEATURING PERFORMANCES BY:

LightWalkers
Devaiya Ra
Fern Flicker
Hana Del Lay
Luna Lavender
Them Fatale
Flora Fawn
Penis Flytrap
Velvet Crush
Amara
Malicious Compliance
Velveteena Rabbit

Isle of Tease Burlesque Festival – Saturday Showcase

Isle of Tease Burlesque Festival is the first festival of its kind on Vancouver Island.

Showcasing the finest local and international talent, Isle of Tease brings its audiences award winning global performers, and local dynamos alike. ITBF celebrates indigenous artists, artists of all sizes and body types, LGBTQ+ artists and many more artists from a wide range of backgrounds.

WEEKEND PASSES: HERE
SATURDAY SHOWCASE TICKETS: HERE

The event includes two nights of electrifying burlesque showcases held at the Victoria Conference Centre in Victoria, BC, workshops taught by world renowned burlesque artists and performers, and exclusive community events!

Doors: 7:00 pm
Show: 8:00 pm

Featuring our fabulous headlining performers:
*Canadian Burlesque Legend, The Lady Divine, Judith Stein!
*Ruthe Ordare is the Indigifemme Amuse Bouche, serving up hips, thighs and bedroom eyes!
*the Luminous Pariah, Seattle-based interdisciplinary cabaret performance artist!

Our fabulous hosts for the night are the The Cheesecake Burlesque Revue’s:
Betsy Bottom Dollar and MissKitten Kaboodle

More performers to be announced soon!

*** Weekend Pass Discount***
If you would like a discount on tickets for both nights head on over and pick up a weekend pass!
https://isleofteaseweekendpass.brownpapertickets.com

*** Choosing Seats ***
If you are using the mobile site, you will be assigned the best seats in your price category, if you would like to choose your seats, click on the link to connect to the regular website.

***The Isle of Tease Burlesque Festival respectfully acknowledges that these events take place on the stolen and unceded lands of the Lkwungen Peoples.

Isle of Tease Burlesque Festival – Friday Showcase

Isle of Tease Burlesque Festival is the first festival of its kind on Vancouver Island!

WEEKEND PASSES: HERE
FRIDAY SHOWCASE TICKETS: HERE

Showcasing the finest local and international talent, Isle of Tease brings its audiences award winning global performers, and local dynamos alike. ITBF celebrates indigenous artists, artists of all sizes and body types, LGBTQ+ artists and many more artists from a wide range of backgrounds.

The event includes two nights of electrifying burlesque showcases held at the Victoria Conference Centre in Victoria, BC, workshops taught by world renowned burlesque artists and performers, and exclusive community events!

Doors: 7:00 pm
Show: 8:00 pm

Featuring our fabulous headlining performers:
*Canadian Burlesque Legend, The Lady Divine, Judith Stein!
* Ruthe Ordare is the Indigifemme Amuse Bouche, serving up hips, thighs and bedroom eyes!
*the Luminous Pariah, Seattle-based interdisciplinary cabaret performance artist!

Our fabulous hosts for the evening are:
*Eddi Licious & Vivian Vanderpuss

More performers to be announced soon!

*** Weekend Pass Discount***
If you would like a discount on tickets for both nights head on over and pick up a weekend pass!
https://isleofteaseweekendpass.brownpapertickets.com

*** Choosing Seats ***
If you are using the mobile site, you will be assigned the best seats in your price category, if you would like to choose your seats, click on the link to connect to the regular website.

***The Isle of Tease Burlesque Festival respectfully acknowledges that these events take place on the stolen and unceded lands of the Lkwungen Peoples.