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What you should know about this weekend's show…
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1. Celebration!! Our vaudevillian-burlesque revue at Rembrandt's Dutch Pub this September 12, and again on September 26, are our Anniversary Shows as we venture into our 4th year as the Velvet Kittens! 2. Special guest artist: House of Funk House of Funk, a Dallas-based dance company, will be performing a hip-hop number choreographed by Barry […]
If you're looking to take burlesque as a college course…
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DCCCD is offering the course Vaudeville I at one of their campuses. Vaudeville I is described as: Practicum/dance as a performing art. A study of American vaudeville, burlesque and exotic dance. Background history as well as movement vocabulary is included. Classes begin in September in Dallas. Check the DCCCD schedule for more info.
Dallas Dance Auditions
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House of Funk is auditioning dancers on September 6, 2009 at 2:00 PM at Taylor's Dance Center (1434 N. Central Expressway, McKinney TX 75069). Dancers must be 18 yrs and up. House of Funk is looking for 12 dancers for their upcoming October performances of "Too Bad." For more information about the auditions, contact Cindy […]
The Velvet Kittens Anniversary Shows!!!
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Join us as we celebrate going into our 4th year as the Velvet Kittens of Le Cabaret Burlesque! September 12 and 26 Check your inhibitions at 10:00pm. Our Anniversary Shows will be at Rembrandt's Dutch Pub, located in the Old Brewery Buildings in the West End Area, at 703 McKinney Ave, Dallas TX. Reservations not […]
Becoming a Burlesque Performer, Part III
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One of the most popular questions we receive is asking advice on how to become a burlesque dancer or performer. We've been answering this in a series. If you're new to the series, you can begin with Part I, Understanding Burlesque and Part II, Creating Your Character. ……………………………………………………………………………….. Part III Music Selection and Preparation for […]
My Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra
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My Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra Conceived by David Grapes and Todd Olson directed and choreographed by Mark-Brian Sonna A musical tribute to the songs made famous by Frank Sinatra, "the first modern pop superstar." This elegant evening contains fifty-six songs sung by four great singers including All the Way, Fly Me to […]
Dance with Michael Mayes!
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Still trying to find an adult dance class that fits your schedule? Take jazz and hip-hop from choreographer/instructor Michael Mayes beginning on August 25 at BCSA. The classes are open to BCSA students and public/CE (class card). JAZZ – T/TH at 6-7:20PM HIP HOP I/II – M/W at 10:30-11:50AM or 5:35-6:55PM ……………………………………………………………………………….. Classroom Description: Michael's […]
What's up with the Kittens this weekend?
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Two of your favorite Velvet Kittens will be guest performing with House of Funk Theatre Company at the Move to Groove Ball at Cirque nightclub in Dallas. This dance showcase is Saturday, August 22, 2009. Show begins at 7:30pm, and tickets are $25.00 at the door. After the Move to Groove Ball, head on over […]
One Day Only the 13th
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Rover Dramawerks is pleased to present ONE DAY ONLY THE 13TH Who: Rover Dramawerks What: The lucky THIRTEENTH installment of the wildly popular One Day Only play festival: 7 plays concept to curtain in just 24 hours! When: Saturday, August 29 at 8:00 p.m. Where: Courtyard Theater, 1509 H Avenue in Plano (free and ample […]
Velvet Kitten Anniversary Shows!!!
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This September the Velvet Kittens of Le Cabaret Burlesque will be celebrating the end of our third year as we venture into our 4th year of burlesque productions in DFW! We have many exciting new burlesque adventures on the horizon. The Velvet Kittens will be announcing new showdates in Fort Worth, introducing our brand new […]