la di da, Melbourne City Bar & Restaurant » What’s On http://www.ladidapeople.com Function Rooms for hire. Happy Hour drink specials, corporate office parties Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:10:56 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Burlesque Fridays 3rd February http://www.ladidapeople.com/2012/02/burlesque-fridays-3rd-february/ http://www.ladidapeople.com/2012/02/burlesque-fridays-3rd-february/#comments Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:45:50 +0000 admin http://www.ladidapeople.com/?p=32815

Acts on a Weekly rotation:

Imogen Kelly

The “Queen of Burlesque” from Sydney.

Vesper White

As a young pioneer in the creative arts, Vesper White has laid siege to hearts and minds all around Australia for the past three years. Best loved for her darkly alluring burlesque acts, Vesper has no fear in exploring everything from the traditional and historical, to the alternative, the horrifying and that based in fetish.


The strength of her stage presence is rare in a creature so young; she possesses the ability to hold an audience quietly captive before drawing a subsequent response of inimitable rapture. White is known for her powerful, enchanting eyes, cheeky smile, an energy that has been likened to Bettie Page, and a hip-shake reminiscent of the Chicago State Fair exotics. As a well-read and researched creative type on all things artistic and performative, Vesper carries herself with a professionalism that exists only in seasoned entertainers.

The Strawberry Siren

Miss Strawberry Siren has been dazzling Burlesque audiences both in Australia and overseas for the last 5 years. No stranger to the stage, Miss Strawberry has been performing since the tender age of 12 (yes…. that’s 17 years under lights!) Miss Strawberry draws on her extensive background in Circus, Theatre and Dance to provide a fresh and fancy take on Burlesque that she likes to call Cirlesque!
“The Strawberry Siren is the Tarantino version of Burlesque…. Sexy and dangerous!” Kate Priddle, CircaNICA.

Evie Red

Born formally as Evelyn Rouge, to a couple of Parisian paupers this small time country girl has evolved into a burlesque performer. Now known as Evie Red, she is an actress, ballerina, storyteller and dancer. This is one hoochie coochie, hotsy-totsy sugar mama!
Channelling the vintage glamour of past icons such as Josephine Baker, Red exudes opulence, style and grace peppered with some frantic crazy dancing!
Classically trained as a Cecchitti ballet dancer, Evie Red has performed at many private and public events as both a soloist and troupe. Most notably performances include Monties Dames at Monties and as a Majestic Nymph at Red Bennies for the NYE2011 Dionysia Show.

SKOPALOVA

Skopalova began her performance career as a rhythmic gymnast where she medalled nationally on many occasions. After an intense 12 years in gymnastics, Skopalova expanded her talents to something a little more daring, namely burlesque, cabaret and circus. She soon found herself in Melbourne’s most esteemed corporate events, charity balls and fashion shows including Fashion + Aid, Red Ball and the recent Loreal Melbourne Fashion Festival.
As Skopalova burst into Melbourneʼs burlesque scene she brought a whole new skill set to the stage combining the rhythmic gymnastics apparatus with dance, circus and tasteful teese. Regularly gracing the stage at Red Bennies, Skopalova has also featured at Bijou Cabaret, CirQue, Cristal Burlesque and the Australian Burlesque Festival. Whether she is balloon popping, ribbon twirling or hanging from the roof, Skopalova amazes audiences with her flexibility, athleticism and charm.

SCARLETT

Melbourne based burlesque performer Scarlett brings to the stage a background in classical ballet and theatre performance… an alluring and captivating combination for audiences who seek a thrill in the beauty of dance and the tease of burlesque.
With over 15 years of performing history, Scarlett brings an elegant edge to classic and neo-burlesque. Her twinkle toes have graced stages in Opera Houses in Sydney, Europe and Asia to audiences both large and intimate. With a debut in 2010 and growing performances across Melbourne and Sydney, her career has taken flight. The year has been a mind field of pearls, feathers and tulle, with on going thanks to the incredible Burlesque community and Melbourne’s growing intrigue in and desire for intoxicating Burlesque.

LA VIOLA VIXEN (QLD)

A dream of golden age burlesque brought to life before your very eyes!
Performing Sassy stripteases from New York to New Zealand, Viola’s impeccable sense of theatricality and captivating command of old school burly-q and classic showgirl dance styles sees her at the forefront of Australia’s burlesque comeback.
Viola began her career in 2006 at La Lola Salon – Lola the Vamp’s school of burlesque. Her early routines made a great impression on her tutor and she was soon offered the role of head teacher. Viola has not looked back since – almost 5 years on and VV’s success continues to ripple, her titillating shimmy shakin burly q performances and striking pin up portfolio quickly becoming the stuff of legend and earning her just place in Australia’s Neo Burlesque History.

FRANKIE VALENTINE

Burlesque performer, vintage costumer and all around femme fatale, Frankie Valentine, sets old time glamour on fire with a signature sensuality that has all things smoldering in her wake. Frankie perfects the classic art of the strip tease with a personal and contemporary approach to burlesque, which has seen her gracing stages around the country with her innovative character based routines. Wild, inspired and criminally seductive.

GYPSY WOOD

“The new Queen of kink”- Time Out Sydney

After working in cabaret, burlesque and contemporary dance for over a decade Gypsy Wood has emerged as a highly original performer with a penchant for the comic, clever, shocking and divine. Gypsy aims to challenge stereotypes within popular culture, politics and modern sexuality.

A graduate of the Victorian College of Arts Gypsy started her dance career in Australia, however was propelled into the performance underworld and found a life more chaotically bohemian and interesting. From jumping out of giant cakes at parties for New York’s high society to splashing around in fake blood in the dirty gay fetish clubs of Sydney, hosting London game show nights to performing in edgy offbeat comedy shows at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Gypsy runs the spectrum from vaudeville, variety, burlesque to comedy and contemporary performance art.

ROSY RABBIT

Australia’s darling of burlesque, Rosy Rabbit has been teasing audiences across the country since 2006, when she leapt on to the stage with a head full of dreams and taste for the sweet life!
With a background in classical ballet and musical theatre Rosy has found burlesque an unrivaled outlet for her creative passions including performance, costume design and event production. As co-founder and p…roducer of the Australian Burlesque Festival Rosy is passionate about building and uniting the community and embracing the many facets of this timeless and ever-changing art of tease and sensuality.
A shining star in the burlesque revival Rosy has performed at many of Australia’s premier burlesque and subculture events, music festivals and regular showcases. She also toured North America and Canada in 2009 and was selected to perform at the 2010 London Burlesque Week.

BELLA DE JAC

The international tease, jazz baby and hoochie coocher is shimmy shaking her way across Australia. With a fetish for astonishing costumes, real old fashioned bump-and-grind and a little dark humour just for the hell of it, you don’t want to miss this little thrill ride.
Having secured her place as official burlesque dancer for Pulp Press, winning 2nd place best UK newcomer at the London Burlesque Festival 2009, and now securing the crown for Miss Burlesque Gold Coast 2011, Bella has captured the hearts of audiences all over the world.

BECKY LOU

Becky Lou began her career with Perth’s Sugar Blue Burlesque, winning fans with her comical routines, silent film face and killer curves. Now in Melbourne, she continues to purvey her favourite things – sparkles, giggles and partial nudity.
 A dynamic firecracker on stage! Comical, sassy and enchanting! 
Recently won Miss Burlesque Tasmania and Miss Pin-up for Miss Burlesque Grand Final 2010.

Honey B Goode

Honey B. Goode burst onto the Melbourne burlesque scene in 2008, and has forged a reputation as an original, charismatic and often surprising performer. Utilising her training in modern and classical dance, physical theatre and the dramatic arts, this chameleon-like performer delights in pushing the boundaries of burlesque. With a nod to the past and a cheeky wink to the future, Honey takes the elements of classic burlesque and puts her own modern spin on them. Her mix of classic burlesque and comedic tomfoolery has been featured at the Ruby Revue, Red Door Burlesque, Burlesque Bingo and Elliott Goblet’s Crimson Goat Cabaret Club.
Recently Honey was honoured to be installed as a resident performer at Fitzroy’s Burlesque Bar. In 2010, she took part in the inaugural Australian Burlesque Festival, being crowned best newcomer in the Baby Bombshells competition. This playful, versatile and entertaining performer is sure to leave you with a song in your heart, a twinkle in your eye, and a yearning for more of her Honey B. Goode-ness!

LUX ST SIN

With a whisper of danger from cherry red lips comes the treacherous bombshell Lux St Sin. This Melbourne based pinup model, shimmy shakin’ burlesque performer and costumier will leave you gasping for more with her stunning looks, jaw dropping routines and dazzling costumes. Drawing inspiration from vaudeville, old time glamour, film noir, the exotics and more, Lux brings to the stage her unique take on traditional burlesque showcasing acts with sinful themes, smoldering seduction and coquettish playfulness.

Dolores Daiquiri

A distinguished member of the first burlesque troupe in Australia, Dolores has performed at an extensive range of shows around the globe, captivating audiences with her glamorous brand of classic vintage-flavoured tease!

RAVEN

Raven is one of Melbourne’s rare breeds of Boylesque performers. He has a background in classical dance and circus. His presence was first known when he walked on stage with his feathered eye lashes and his big black fans. His acts have a slight fetish element to them as well as beauty and grace. Don’t get to close or he may bite you…

Knave Knixx supported by a host of moulin beauties.

DJ Knave Knixx (Melbourne / NZ) -
The Knave is a one of a kind selector that brings you a freaky collection of boogie woogie, hip shakin’, room-a-quakein’ tunes!
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DJ’s THIS WEEK

CHANGO PHAT – BIANCA WHITE – NICK KENNEDY – ROSS HORKINGS – STEVE MINK – MR MAGOO – LUKE MONTGOMERY – TAYLOR STANTON – MATTHEW GRISOLD – SAM MCKEON – TORREN FOOT – JAMES MANOVSKI – DAVIS DIPIETRO - MISS JADE – WILSHIRE – SHAKIN BLAKE

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Acts on a Weekly rotation:

Imogen Kelly

The “Queen of Burlesque” from Sydney.

Vesper White

As a young pioneer in the creative arts, Vesper White has laid siege to hearts and minds all around Australia for the past three years. Best loved for her darkly alluring burlesque acts, Vesper has no fear in exploring everything from the traditional and historical, to the alternative, the horrifying and that based in fetish.


The strength of her stage presence is rare in a creature so young; she possesses the ability to hold an audience quietly captive before drawing a subsequent response of inimitable rapture. White is known for her powerful, enchanting eyes, cheeky smile, an energy that has been likened to Bettie Page, and a hip-shake reminiscent of the Chicago State Fair exotics. As a well-read and researched creative type on all things artistic and performative, Vesper carries herself with a professionalism that exists only in seasoned entertainers.

The Strawberry Siren

Miss Strawberry Siren has been dazzling Burlesque audiences both in Australia and overseas for the last 5 years. No stranger to the stage, Miss Strawberry has been performing since the tender age of 12 (yes…. that’s 17 years under lights!) Miss Strawberry draws on her extensive background in Circus, Theatre and Dance to provide a fresh and fancy take on Burlesque that she likes to call Cirlesque!
“The Strawberry Siren is the Tarantino version of Burlesque…. Sexy and dangerous!” Kate Priddle, CircaNICA.

Evie Red

Born formally as Evelyn Rouge, to a couple of Parisian paupers this small time country girl has evolved into a burlesque performer. Now known as Evie Red, she is an actress, ballerina, storyteller and dancer. This is one hoochie coochie, hotsy-totsy sugar mama!
Channelling the vintage glamour of past icons such as Josephine Baker, Red exudes opulence, style and grace peppered with some frantic crazy dancing!
Classically trained as a Cecchitti ballet dancer, Evie Red has performed at many private and public events as both a soloist and troupe. Most notably performances include Monties Dames at Monties and as a Majestic Nymph at Red Bennies for the NYE2011 Dionysia Show.

SKOPALOVA

Skopalova began her performance career as a rhythmic gymnast where she medalled nationally on many occasions. After an intense 12 years in gymnastics, Skopalova expanded her talents to something a little more daring, namely burlesque, cabaret and circus. She soon found herself in Melbourne’s most esteemed corporate events, charity balls and fashion shows including Fashion + Aid, Red Ball and the recent Loreal Melbourne Fashion Festival.
As Skopalova burst into Melbourneʼs burlesque scene she brought a whole new skill set to the stage combining the rhythmic gymnastics apparatus with dance, circus and tasteful teese. Regularly gracing the stage at Red Bennies, Skopalova has also featured at Bijou Cabaret, CirQue, Cristal Burlesque and the Australian Burlesque Festival. Whether she is balloon popping, ribbon twirling or hanging from the roof, Skopalova amazes audiences with her flexibility, athleticism and charm.

SCARLETT

Melbourne based burlesque performer Scarlett brings to the stage a background in classical ballet and theatre performance… an alluring and captivating combination for audiences who seek a thrill in the beauty of dance and the tease of burlesque.
With over 15 years of performing history, Scarlett brings an elegant edge to classic and neo-burlesque. Her twinkle toes have graced stages in Opera Houses in Sydney, Europe and Asia to audiences both large and intimate. With a debut in 2010 and growing performances across Melbourne and Sydney, her career has taken flight. The year has been a mind field of pearls, feathers and tulle, with on going thanks to the incredible Burlesque community and Melbourne’s growing intrigue in and desire for intoxicating Burlesque.

LA VIOLA VIXEN (QLD)

A dream of golden age burlesque brought to life before your very eyes!
Performing Sassy stripteases from New York to New Zealand, Viola’s impeccable sense of theatricality and captivating command of old school burly-q and classic showgirl dance styles sees her at the forefront of Australia’s burlesque comeback.
Viola began her career in 2006 at La Lola Salon – Lola the Vamp’s school of burlesque. Her early routines made a great impression on her tutor and she was soon offered the role of head teacher. Viola has not looked back since – almost 5 years on and VV’s success continues to ripple, her titillating shimmy shakin burly q performances and striking pin up portfolio quickly becoming the stuff of legend and earning her just place in Australia’s Neo Burlesque History.

FRANKIE VALENTINE

Burlesque performer, vintage costumer and all around femme fatale, Frankie Valentine, sets old time glamour on fire with a signature sensuality that has all things smoldering in her wake. Frankie perfects the classic art of the strip tease with a personal and contemporary approach to burlesque, which has seen her gracing stages around the country with her innovative character based routines. Wild, inspired and criminally seductive.

GYPSY WOOD

“The new Queen of kink”- Time Out Sydney

After working in cabaret, burlesque and contemporary dance for over a decade Gypsy Wood has emerged as a highly original performer with a penchant for the comic, clever, shocking and divine. Gypsy aims to challenge stereotypes within popular culture, politics and modern sexuality.

A graduate of the Victorian College of Arts Gypsy started her dance career in Australia, however was propelled into the performance underworld and found a life more chaotically bohemian and interesting. From jumping out of giant cakes at parties for New York’s high society to splashing around in fake blood in the dirty gay fetish clubs of Sydney, hosting London game show nights to performing in edgy offbeat comedy shows at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Gypsy runs the spectrum from vaudeville, variety, burlesque to comedy and contemporary performance art.

ROSY RABBIT

Australia’s darling of burlesque, Rosy Rabbit has been teasing audiences across the country since 2006, when she leapt on to the stage with a head full of dreams and taste for the sweet life!
With a background in classical ballet and musical theatre Rosy has found burlesque an unrivaled outlet for her creative passions including performance, costume design and event production. As co-founder and p…roducer of the Australian Burlesque Festival Rosy is passionate about building and uniting the community and embracing the many facets of this timeless and ever-changing art of tease and sensuality.
A shining star in the burlesque revival Rosy has performed at many of Australia’s premier burlesque and subculture events, music festivals and regular showcases. She also toured North America and Canada in 2009 and was selected to perform at the 2010 London Burlesque Week.

BELLA DE JAC

The international tease, jazz baby and hoochie coocher is shimmy shaking her way across Australia. With a fetish for astonishing costumes, real old fashioned bump-and-grind and a little dark humour just for the hell of it, you don’t want to miss this little thrill ride.
Having secured her place as official burlesque dancer for Pulp Press, winning 2nd place best UK newcomer at the London Burlesque Festival 2009, and now securing the crown for Miss Burlesque Gold Coast 2011, Bella has captured the hearts of audiences all over the world.

BECKY LOU

Becky Lou began her career with Perth’s Sugar Blue Burlesque, winning fans with her comical routines, silent film face and killer curves. Now in Melbourne, she continues to purvey her favourite things – sparkles, giggles and partial nudity.
 A dynamic firecracker on stage! Comical, sassy and enchanting! 
Recently won Miss Burlesque Tasmania and Miss Pin-up for Miss Burlesque Grand Final 2010.

Honey B Goode

Honey B. Goode burst onto the Melbourne burlesque scene in 2008, and has forged a reputation as an original, charismatic and often surprising performer. Utilising her training in modern and classical dance, physical theatre and the dramatic arts, this chameleon-like performer delights in pushing the boundaries of burlesque. With a nod to the past and a cheeky wink to the future, Honey takes the elements of classic burlesque and puts her own modern spin on them. Her mix of classic burlesque and comedic tomfoolery has been featured at the Ruby Revue, Red Door Burlesque, Burlesque Bingo and Elliott Goblet’s Crimson Goat Cabaret Club.
Recently Honey was honoured to be installed as a resident performer at Fitzroy’s Burlesque Bar. In 2010, she took part in the inaugural Australian Burlesque Festival, being crowned best newcomer in the Baby Bombshells competition. This playful, versatile and entertaining performer is sure to leave you with a song in your heart, a twinkle in your eye, and a yearning for more of her Honey B. Goode-ness!

LUX ST SIN

With a whisper of danger from cherry red lips comes the treacherous bombshell Lux St Sin. This Melbourne based pinup model, shimmy shakin’ burlesque performer and costumier will leave you gasping for more with her stunning looks, jaw dropping routines and dazzling costumes. Drawing inspiration from vaudeville, old time glamour, film noir, the exotics and more, Lux brings to the stage her unique take on traditional burlesque showcasing acts with sinful themes, smoldering seduction and coquettish playfulness.

RAVEN

Raven is one of Melbourne’s rare breeds of Boylesque performers. He has a background in classical dance and circus. His presence was first known when he walked on stage with his feathered eye lashes and his big black fans. His acts have a slight fetish element to them as well as beauty and grace. Don’t get to close or he may bite you…

Knave Knixx supported by a host of moulin beauties.

DJ Knave Knixx (Melbourne / NZ) -
The Knave is a one of a kind selector that brings you a freaky collection of boogie woogie, hip shakin’, room-a-quakein’ tunes!
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DJ’s THIS WEEK

CHANGO PHAT – BIANCA WHITE – NICK KENNEDY – ROSS HORKINGS – STEVE MINK – MR MAGOO – LUKE MONTGOMERY – TAYLOR STANTON – MATTHEW GRISOLD – SAM MCKEON – TORREN FOOT – JAMES MANOVSKI – DAVIS DIPIETRO - MISS JADE – WILSHIRE – SHAKIN BLAKE

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DJ’s THIS WEEK

CHARDY – CHANGO PHAT – BIANCA WHITE – NICK KENNEDY – ROSS HORKINGS – STEVE MINK – MR MAGOO – LUKE MONTGOMERY – TAYLOR STANTON – MATTHEW GRISOLD – SAM MCKEON – TORREN FOOT – JAMES MANOVSKI – DAVIS DIPIETRO - MISS JADE – WILSHIRE – SHAKIN BLAKE

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DJ’s THIS WEEK

CHANGO PHAT – BIANCA WHITE – NICK KENNEDY – ROSS HORKINGS – STEVE MINK – MR MAGOO – LUKE MONTGOMERY – TAYLOR STANTON – MATTHEW GRISOLD – SAM MCKEON – TORREN FOOT – JAMES MANOVSKI – DAVIS DIPIETRO - MISS JADE – WILSHIRE – SHAKIN BLAKE

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