Velvet Kitten Guest Appearance!
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Velvet Kittens Skye Vega and Stevie Swan will be making a special guest appearance on August 22nd, dancing with House of Funk Theatre Company at the Move to Groove Ball!
The Move to Groove Ball is a dance showcase for local choreographers and performers. Featuring a variety of styles of dance, from hip hop, jazz, to ballet, the Move to Groove Ball presents an opportunity for local artists to display their work to the general public.
In this August Move to Groove Ball showcase, House of Funk is also collaborating with Mr. Barry Kyle's group (Barry Kyle performed in Michael Jacksons “Bad” video). There will be 20 acts at the show including Distorted X from Americas Best Dance Crew, to a pointe piece from professional choreographer Michael Mayes.
Show date: August 22nd, 2009
At: Cirque (the nightclub), 1930 Pacific Ave, Dallas, TX
Doors open at 7pm; showcase starts at 7:30pm.
The Move to Groove Ball is an event in which the performers are asked to sell the tickets for the show. Tickets can be purchased through Cindy Capener of House of Funk at 469.939.3581. Tickets are currently $10.00 until August 16, and then increases to $15.00 per ticket. Tickets are $25.00 at the door, day of the show.
If you are interested in dancing with House of Funk Theatre Company, contact Cindy Capener at 469.939.3581. She requests that only experienced dancers contact HOF.
Burning Love Burlesque Revue
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Tonight is the premier of the VK's Burning Love Burlesque Revue, choreographed by Jana Edele and Taylor Stewart. This burlesque variety show features the music of the King of Rock and Roll (yes, all Elvis), special guest Raj Sharma, the magnificent Darren (juggler extraordinaire), sensational vocalist Brynne Huffman, the hilarious antics of lovable emcee Johnny Johnson, Mr. Brolesque Danny-Boy, and of course, Kitten dancers Skye, Stevie, Bianca, and Ginger.
We will begin inhibition check at 10pm, and show begins immediately following.
Burning Love Burlesque Revue is at Rembrandt's Dutch Pub (703 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX). Parking is free in the lot in front of Rembrandt, and no cover.
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Can't make tonight? We will present our final showing of the Burning Love Burlesque Revue on Saturday, August 15 at Rembrandt, at 10pm.
We are currently casting!!
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The Velvet Kittens are scheduling auditions for dancers, singers, comedians, actors, and specialty acts!
The Velvet Kittens perform an on-going burlesque variety show featuring an ensemble cast of dancers, singers, comedians, and actors. Most dance numbers consist of jazz, though tap and pointe pieces are also incorporated into the show based on ability of present talent. Singers perform a variety of musical genres, from jazz, Broadway, to classic rock.
The style of the show is vaudevillian-burlesque, showcasing professionally trained performers in comical and artistic numbers, incorporating solo and ensemble pieces. The Velvet Kittens' shows are established in Dallas, and will be moving shows into Fort Worth as well.
We are looking for performers to expand our current cast, and offer alternating positions to accommodate professional performer's schedules/commitments. Rehearsals are scheduled around performers' teaching and current performance schedules (and work schedules). This is a great experience for those with a budding performance career, learning to deal with the demands of theatrical entertainment and live shows, as well as keeps the experienced performer "on their toes."
Dancers must be minimum 18 years of age, height/weight proportionate, with training. Singers must be minimum18 years of age, with training. Please send headshot/resume and short bio to le_cabaret_burlesque@yahoo.com. Please note on the subject line you are submitting for an audition.
Comedians and specialty acts must be minimum of 18yoa, with professional experience, and have developed material.
If you would like more information about how to submit for our auditions, please visit us here .
If you have a specific question regarding auditions and shows, feel free to contact us !
Dallas Burlesque Show :: BURNING LOVE!!
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Tomorrow night the Velvet Kittens' premier BURNING LOVE (A Tribute to the King!) at Rembrandt's Dutch Pub (703 McKinney Ave, Dallas TX).
BURNING LOVE features the fabulous Kittens Skye Vega, Stevie Swan, Bianca Suite, and Ginger Snaps; the hilarious stand up comedy of Raj Sharma, the amazing vocal styling of Brynne Huffman, comedian-juggler extraordinaire the magnificent Darren, our fabulously funny emcee Johnny Johnson, and Mr. "Brolesque" himself, Danny-Boy! Choreography is by Jana Edele and Taylor Stewart.
Where: Rembrandt's Dutch Pub
When: Saturdays, August 1 and 15
Time: 10:00 pm
Admission: Free
Remember, we begin the inhibition check at 10pm, and show follows immediately after.
See you Saturday!
Hello, August
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Did you know August is American Artist Appreciation Month? Yup, that's what we heard. So go out and appreciate! Here are a few suggestions for this first weekend in August. Enjoy!
It's the last weekend to see the MBS Production JOHN XII, and to buy discounted season tickets for MBS' 2009/2010 season. Go to MBS Productions for more information.
It's the final weekend of the 6th Annual Modern Dance Festival at the Modern. Closing out this weekend is the performance of The Butterfly Effect and Other Beautiful Catastrophes, collaboration between Austin composer William H. Meadows and choreographer Kerry Kreiman and CD/FW members. Performances are Saturday and Sunday (August 1 and 2), at 1pm and 3pm in the Grand Lobby. Dance on Camera: Dance Shorts (short films) will be presented Saturday August 1st at 2pm in the auditorium. Visit CD/FW
for a complete schedule of events. All events at the Modern at the Modern are FREE.
And of course, Saturday night see the premier of the Velvet Kittens' new burlesque extravaganza, Burning Love (a tribute to the King!) at Rembrandt's Dutch Pub. Inhibition check begins at 10:00 pm, and show follows immediately after. No cover.
BURLESQUE SHOW TONIGHT!!
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The Velvet Kittens will be performing tonight at Hyena's Comedy Club in Mockingbird Station in our unique burlesque Vegas inspired floorshow, Sugar Moonlight! Sugar Moonlight also features live jazz and blues provided by the Shish Boom Band.
Show time: 10:30 pm
Admission: $5.00
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About Sugar Moonlight:
Fasten your seatbelts! It's going to be a "bumps and grinds" ride!
The mystery, glamour, and nostalgia of the hip Sunset Blvd Clubs of the 60's L.A. and the magic of the classic showgirl dancers from the Rat pack days of Vegas has made its way into the heart of DFW. Accompanied by a swanky jazz band, Sugar Moonlight has introduced an innovated classic burlesque show featuring some of the most talented dancers in DFW. This is one burlesque spectacular you won't want to miss!
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If you would like to book Sugar Moonlight or a Velvet Kitten burlesque performance at your venue or private party, please contact us !
Velvet Kitten News Bulletin
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Check your inhibitions at the door….
Beginning in August, the Velvet Kittens are adding something extra special to our Rembrandt monthly vaudevillian-burlesque extravaganzas: we're bringing back our inhibition check.
At 10:00 pm mix and mingle with your friends, VK fans, and Kittens as we "check your inhibitions."
You: What in the heck is an inhibition check?
Us: It's our tagline…and our gimmick.
You: Still confused…
Us: We give you a raffle ticket (yeah, it's very elementary school carnival), and enter you into a drawing.
You: For what?
Us: A special thank you surprise donated by one of our supporters and sponsors.
You: Do I have to pay for this raffle ticket?
Us: Nope. Everyone at the show receives a ticket.
You: That is awesome!
Us: We know.
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Here are the rules: the Kittens will "check you inhibitions" before the show at 10:00pm. The show begins after the Kittens have made their rounds. The drawing takes place after the show. You must receive your ticket prior to the show starting, and be present at the end of the show for the drawing to win.
~Our Rembrandt shows have been packed…make reservations in advance to guarantee seating!~
Dallas Burlesque Shows This Week :: Sugar Moonlight and Burning Love!
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This week the Velvet Kittens are performing two special burlesque shows in Dallas, Texas!!!
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Thursday, July 30th at 10:30 PM, the Velvet Kittens will be performing our exquisite burlesque floorshow, Sugar Moonlight: A Classic Burlesque Revue. Sugar Moonlight, choreographed and directed by Jana Edele, stars the Velvet Kitten dancers Bianca Suite, Stevie Swan, Skye Vega, and features live music by the fabulous Shish Boom Band. Sugar Moonlight is a Vegas inspired floorshow capturing the mystery, glamour, and nostalgia of the hip Sunset Blvd Clubs of the 60's L.A. and the magic of the classic showgirl dancers from the Rat pack days of Vegas.
Sugar Moonlight is presented at Hyena's Comedy Nightclub, located in Mockingbird Station off of 75 Central and Mockingbird. Admission: $5.00
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Saturday, August 1st at 10:00 PM the Velvet Kittens premier Burning Love at Rembrandt's Dutch Pub in Dallas! Burning Love, featuring music of the King of Rock and Roll, is part of our vaudevillian-burlesque revues presented twice a month at Rembrandt. Our vaudevillian-burlesque shows capture the hey-day of burlesque, featuring an ensemble cast of professional performers (actors, dancers, and comedians…oh my!). Add a little comedy, a little tease, and a whole lot of talent and you have one burlesque show experience not to be missed!
Burning Love is presented at Rembrandt's Dutch Pub, located at 703 McKinney Ave (West End/Victory Park area). Show dates: August 1 and 15. Admission: Free
Dallas Burlesque Show :: Yankee Doodle Candy!
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Tonight's the night! The Velvet Kittens of Le Cabaret Burlesque take the stage at Rembrandt's Dutch Pub for our final performance of our vaudevillian-burlesque extravaganza YANKEE DOODLE CANDY! Entertaining you this evening will be the Velvet Kitten dancers, stand up comedian and singing sensation Dawn Diamond, featured "brolesque" performer Danny-Boy, and our hilariously entertaining emcee Johnny Johnson!!!
Rembrandt's Dutch Pub is located at 703 McKinney Ave in Dallas.
Show time is 10:00 PM.
Reservations not necessary, but recommended.
(and remember…there's never a cover at our Rembrandt's Dutch Pub shows!)
Just a reminder…
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The 6th Annual Modern Dance Festival at the Modern continues this weekend and next. Today at 1pm members of the CD/FW Company provide an introduction to the basic philosophies and styles of modern dance in the lecture Modern Dance 101, and at 2pm enjoy the short film series Dance Screen Sweden – The New Mix (adult content). Both events are located in the auditorium, and all events are free!
Visit CD/FW
for a complete schedule of events.