Bite Me | A Celebration of Food & Critique of Diet Culture Through Burlesque, Drag & More

Bite Me | A Celebration of Food & Critique of Diet Culture Through Burlesque, Drag & More
Sunday, March 6th | 19+ | ID Required
Doors: 6PM | Show: 7PM
Tickets: www.victoriaeventcentre.ca

Host Lusty Lugnuts invites you to a celebration of food through burlesque, drag, and variety acts while we lift a collective middle finger to the diet industry and the people who try to police our bodies! Get ready to sink your teeth into a stage filled with sweet, salty, sexy, and sensational entertainment you just gotta be there to experience!
Featuring: Chaz Avery, Cherry Cheeks, Daisy Scorcese, Hazel Nuez, Henrietta Dubet, Holly Shirt, Luna Lush, Queef Latina
The show will feature a mix of political and playful acts. Please be aware that content will touch on eating disorders and related subjects. This is a 19+ event.

≫ COVID Safety Info ≪
▪︎ Tickets should be purchased online in advance, through our website, to ensure availability. If space remains, additional tickets will be available at the door.
▪︎ Masks are required, except when seated.
▪︎ All ticketholders will be required to show proof of full vaccination at the door. More information about the BC Vaccine Card is available at https://www2.gov.bc.ca/vaccinecard.html
▪︎ Hand sanitizer is available on tables and at wall-mounted dispensers throughout the venue.
Read the VEC’s full Covid safety plan here:
https://victoriaeventcentre.ca/covid19/
In the event that public health restrictions prevent this event from going ahead, all tickets purchased for this event will automatically be valid for the next rescheduled date.

≫ What To Bring ≪
▪︎ Please bring valid government issued photo ID and vaccination QR Code. If you don’t have a valid government issued photo ID, we cannot accept entry into the venue.
▪︎ We do not require printed tickets or you to show QR codes of your tickets as we have all names who purchased tickets at the door. If you have a guest who will be arriving later than you, have them say your name at check-in.
▪︎ Please note that the time on your ticket is when the doors open for the show. Further details can be found in the event description. We ask that you try to arrive close to door time, as our current entrance and seating procedure takes some time.

≫ Tickets ≪
▪︎ We do not offer refunds on tickets. If you need to sell your tickets, the best way is to reach out to your social circles or post in the Facebook event discussion.
▪︎ If you would like to transfer the ownership of your ticket to another person, you can do so from your Universe account. See more on how to do this at:
https://support.universe.com/…/360002614651-transfer…

≫ Safer Spaces ≪
▪︎ At the VEC there is zero tolerance for any type of racist, sexist, ableist, fatphobic, transphobic or homophobic behaviour. By purchasing a ticket and attending this event, you agree to conduct yourself with the utmost respect for everyone at this event. In the event that you do not, you may be asked to leave without a refund.
▪︎ If you feel uncomfortable at any time, please let a VEC staff person know and we will try to support you in the best way possible.

≫ Land Acknowledgement ≪
▪︎ 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.

≫ Accessibility ≪
▪︎ Our seating is a combination of high tables, bar stools, and cocktail tables with chairs. If you require assistance with this, please make a note when purchasing tickets or contact us at events@victoriaeventcentre.ca and VEC staff will do their best to accommodate.
▪︎ 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 the ‘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:
http://www.victoriaeventcentre.ca/attendees/accessibility/

Frantic Friday 3: The Frantic & the Friday Victoria Drift

Frantic Friday 3: The Frantic & the Friday Victoria Drift

Friday, August 27th

19+ / ID Required

Doors: 7PM / Show: 7:45PM

Victoria’s best drag, burlesque and stand-up comedy performers all come together for one frantic and fantastic show!

Headlined by Nikky E
Nikky E is an Nehiyawak Mother, interdisciplinary media artist, mentor, Land defender, trickster who after a decade hiatus is back on stage!
Born and raised in East Vancouver she got her start in Audio Engineering which lead to a path she never expected. Nikky E started rapping at the age of 13 and has found her voice over the years both in the form of cultural and contemporary musical expression and also videography.
She is currently working with an amazing crew organizing the Koksilah music festival where they weave music, art, Indigenous resistance, and uncharted paths towards decolonization.
Stay tuned for more from Nikky E in the coming months!
Featuring:
Henrietta Dubet
Mx. Mona Chromatic
Honey Dewme
Belle Jumelles
Chaz Avery
Lola Maneata
Rosa Graham
Patricia Ellen

In the event that public health restrictions prevent this event from going ahead, all tickets purchased for this event will automatically be valid for the next rescheduled date. Refunds will be made available as needed – please email victoriaeventcentre@gmail.com to arrange.

≫ COVID Safety Info ≪

▪︎ Due to COVID-19, there will be a limit of 80 tickets available for purchase. Tickets must be purchased in advance in groups of up to 6. You will be seated at your table once the whole group has arrived.

▪︎ The bar will provide table service. Instead of going up to the bar, a server will visit you to take orders and to clear empty glassware.

▪︎ Masks are required when not seated. If you do not have one, one will be provided for you.

Read the VEC’s full safety plan here:

https://victoriaeventcentre.ca/covid19/

≫ Land Acknowledgement ≪

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.

≫ Accessibility ≪

Our seating is a combination of high tables, bar stools, and cocktail tables with chairs. If you require assistance with this, please make a note when purchasing tickets or contact us at events@victoriaeventcentre.ca and VEC staff will do their best to accommodate.

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 the ‘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:http://www.victoriaeventcentre.ca/attendees/accessibility/

What in the Hell did you do to my childhood?!

The Showdown and Diversion Productions are bringing some of the city’s greatest performers to the Victoria Event Centre for you a show that’ll stick to your bones: “What in the Hell did you do to my childhood?! A super fun evening of Drag and Burlesque and More set to Children’s Music” is exactly what it sounds like.

Tickets available on EVENTBRITE

Featuring the talents of Chi-Chi Small-Wolf, Electra May Hem, Chaz Avery, Hazel Huez, Lusty Lugnuts, Ophelia D., Ruby Raqs, Taylor Lewis, Velvet Crush, and maybe a special guest or two.

Doors: 7:30pm

Show: 8:00pm

Tickets: $10 advance, $15 at door

The music is great for your kids to listen to, but this show is 18+.

 

 

Phamus Productions Presents Frightmare Before Christmas: A Tim Burton Ball

PHAMUS PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS:
(formerly known as Madimus Productions)

FRIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS: a Tim Burton Ball!

Join us for a night of Tim Burton themed Drag, Burlesque, Theatre, and Live Art.

Tickets available on EVENTBRITE

Come dressed in your best Tim Burton lewk for this epic affair.
There will be a Costume Contest with some amazing prizes!

Hosted by our favourite weirdo: J McLaughlin

Featuring the RETURN of MANTRA!!

**Mantra is a Drag Queen and Performance Artist from YVR who has been on hiatus for several years but has come back from the depths of their imagination to bring you one amazing show you don’t want to miss

TOP NOTCH performances from:
Eddi Licious
Henrietta Dubet
Gala Vega
Sinful Deville
Persi Flage
Chaz Avery
Luna Lush
Hazel Nuez
Walter E Go

and The Saltines!!

PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS

Dance Floor Vibes provided by DJ NIMS (YVR)

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Doors at 9pm Show at 10pm

***PRE-SALE TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE!**
*order online through Eventbrite
*Will Call tickets through e-transfer to phamusproductions@gmail.com
(this option will save you the processing fees)

Pre sale tickets: $15
$20 at the door

Photography by: Amus BeastO

Stage Tiger: Kristen K.

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At all Phamus Events there is ZERO TOLERANCE for any type of body shaming, homophobic, transphobic, racist, sexist, ableist or hateful behaviour.

Don’t forget to exercise consent when communicating with fellow humans!

There will be a photographer/videographer at this event, if you do not want your photo taken, be sure to tell the photographer.

We acknowledge with great respect the Lkwungen-speaking peoples on whose traditional territory this event is being held, and the Songhees, Esquimalt and WSÁNEĆ peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Do you want to attend this show but have a financial barrier? Email us at phamusproductions@gmail.com for more information on how you can attend.

ACCESSIBILITY:
– Lucky Bar is a fully accessible venue with a ramp entrance and an accessible gender-neutral single-stall bathroom, located at the end of the bar, on the right. Additional bathrooms are located up a short flight of stairs.
– There is seating with tables at the back of the bar which is typically available on a first-come-first-served basis. There are two steps to access the seating. If, due to mobility restrictions, you require seating to be able to attend the event, please contact us and make reservations for you.

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