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You’ve probably heard of Ms Peggy Taylor, seen her films, heard her platinum records and maybe even watched some of her naughty internet videos. At the beginning of July we were treated to her Australian debut at the Spice Cellar in Martin Place. Though she’s been around the block a couple of times, she possesses a certain timeless charm and …
Burlesque puppetry is finally here! The talented puppeteers Aesha Henderson & Lucy Edmonds are soon to unveil their latest creation – the fabulous Ms Peggy Taylor. Ms Peggy Taylor will seduce you with her 60s film star sensuality and her infectious humor. She’s a fabulous starlet whose seen far too much glitter, fake smiles and bad romance, you will be …
Geronimo and myself went on an adventure to the doof-tastic Subsonic Festival last weekend to add a bit of artsy burlesque to the wob wob wob. We dodged the cows on the road, swam in the river, had our bedding soaked by the rain and ate cookies and tuna for dinner. It was awesome. First up was our saucy banana …
A bunch more gigs coming up for your eyes only over the summer period. Highlights include… Sunday 9 December 2012 7.30-8.30pm Umbrella Theatre will be rocking your socks right off at Gallery Burlesque’s Harry Potter XXXmas special. There’s nothing else you’d rather be doing on a Sunday night! Check the promo from the last Hogwarts spectacular & get excited. [vimeo http://vimeo.com/47445896] …
Hot off the press the set list has just been released for the La Toosh stage at Harvest Festival, Sydney tomorrow! Cute little calling cards designed by Geronimo. It will feature the likes of Belly Ache Ben & the Steam Grass Boys, the Rusty Spring Syncopators, Miss Kelly Ann Doll, Mr Bamboo, Ember Flame and of course Geronimo …
I have had the most phenomenal weekend! Flew down to Melbourne where we were blessed with blue skies and mild weather. After a cross country trek past lettuce and tomato farms we eventually reached the Harvest Festival site, in the stunning Werribee Park. Highly recommended, definitely worth checking out, festival or not. They have pine groves, a mansion and a …
I’ve been having a lot of fun developing materials for our new burlesque routine, called ‘White rabbit’. Spent a bit of time cutting up and painting corflute to make a carrot and knife, plus searching for other bits of costuming and music. I have founding it disappointingly hard to find budget gimp masks in Sydney stores or online on Australia …
Ahoy there mateys! We have some exciting gigs coming up on the horizon, y’arghh! Upcoming Gigs 21 October 2012 Marrickville Festival Keep your eyes out for Old Mate perching on a Marrickville Road corner… Marrickville Road, Marrickville 10 & 11 November 2012 Harvest Festival A new burlesque show with a cutie little wabbit La Toosh Stage, Werribee Park, Melbourne …
Wowzers! The Hughes family is certainly a formidable one, oozing with talent. For the last week of the Mystery Bus we teamed up with the good folks at Camelot Lounge for an extravaganza of cabaret, music and burlesque. The hot little venue was packed and the acts on stage were even hotter. The night was mc-ed by the hilarious Drew …
Yes I’ve read the books. Seen the movies. And now I’ll be in the burlesque parody. What am I talking about? Harry Potter and the Curse of the Tassel Twirl, where fan boys, divas and devos unite! This Sunday Umbrella Theatre will be presenting you with the perverted puppetry phenomena, ‘Dobby’s Punishment Parlour’ at the Standard Oxford Street. Our very …