Ok, so I haven't been writing much because I haven't been drinking much. Nix that. I haven't been drinking
at all for a week. Until yesterday, when I was obligated to enjoy both my sister's bridal shower and a good friend's birthday.
So, in the spirit of celebrations, here are some tantalizing options for tonight! And there is no intrinsic pressure to drink.
DIRTY MARTINI AND THE NEW BURLESQUE
June 13 | 8 pm
$25
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Burlesque has evolved from the variety shows of the theaters of Victorian England whence came bawdy slapstick and comedy as dirty as the beer soaked floors. "Neo-burlesque" is much more dazzling: more spice, nakedness, and sheer glamour, although the pay rates are still Victorian. The Abrons will host the New York premiere of Gary Beeber's brilliant documentary Dirty Martini and the New Burlesque, an honest account of the outrageous life and career of Dirty Martini, one of the originators of New York's neo-burlesque scene. The movie's seductiveness comes from its sexy acts as well as its dark exploration of the performers' struggle to pay their bills, quest for stable love relationships, and inability to envision the future after burlesque.
The movie features some of the best that burlesque has to offer: Julie Atlas Muz, World Famous *BOB*, Jo Boobs, Bambi the Mermaid, Tigger!, Bunny Love, and Angie Pontani. These prolific figures of the neo-burlesque community will all share the stage for a one-night only performance after the screening, hosted by the inestimable MC Murray Hill. Think variety show with skin and glitter; stripping with tongue firmly in cheek. New York's burlesque is performance art, modern dance, and political satire, while its stars are joyful, bold, and witty cult figures.
This is at the Abron Arts Center/Henry Street Settlement. (466 Grand St, LES)
Also, the weekly outdoor dance party in Carroll Gardens,
Sunday Best, is this afternoon. But it's SOLD OUT! Ok, people, I like this summer mindset, but
damn.
