Nov 12

Tea Partying with a Purpose: Bass Cabaret Supports Women’s Empowerment at its Mad Tea Party

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San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) November 12, 2014 — In the wake of October’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month, an initiative organized by Bass Cabaret proves that there is such a thing as partying with a purpose. The variety-show-turned-dance party, now in its seventh installment, features burlesque dancers, bass music, and interactive areas at every show, but their November 22 event will do much more than that by encouraging guests to support women’s empowerment initiatives. The tea itself will be free, but… Read Post ›

Nov 5

#JustShowUp to support local performing arts and burlesque!

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As we mourn the loss of the 7-year-old Uptown Nightclub in Oakland who is closing its doors later this week, it is important to remember that this could have been prevented. At last night’s farewell Hubba Hubba Revue show, the audience was packed in like sardines in a brilliant show of support by the Bay Area burlesque community. Emcee Jim Sweeney aka Kingfish remarked that if everyone had been showing up in such great numbers all along, the Uptown would… Read Post ›

Oct 17

Behind the Scenes with Bass Cabaret: Meet Sarah Stylisms

Posted on October 17, 2014 by Alicia Egan — No Comments ↓

­­ ­­­­In San Francisco, a city whose residents call in sick on Halloween more than any other city in the country, Bass Cabaret meets with a multi-faceted performance artist and professional costumier: Sarah Stylisms. From the moment you pass through Stylisms’ front entryway, your senses are engaged with both scent and style and you are enveloped in an environment that can only be home to the creative. From floor to ceiling, every inch of her space is dedicated to costuming.… Read Post ›

Oct 8

What to wear to “Queen Pearl’s Mad Tea Party” this Saturday in SF

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THIS SATURDAY November 22, San Francisco’s Mighty dance club will be transformed into a Wonderland like you’ve never seen before.  One loosely based on Lewis Carroll’s classic novels, Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass, but with some notable additions and re- interpretations. The Queen of Pearls’ Mad Tea Party is being held as an un-birthday celebration for Pearl and all those within her Queendom, as well as those of the neighboring Queendoms of the Spades, Clubs, Diamonds, and… Read Post ›

Sep 22

What Exactly is a Cabaret?

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Cabaret is a style of variety entertainment, typically including music, dance, comedy, and short theatrical pieces. It was an immensely popular form of entertainment throughout the 19th century, sometimes featuring circus acts along with the more common musical and dance numbers. You have to understand the way I am, Mein Herr. A tiger is a tiger – not a lamb, Mein Herr. You’ll never turn the vinegar to jam, Mein Herr. So I do, what I do… When I’m through,… Read Post ›

Sep 10

Introducing Bass Cabaret’s “Meet the Cast” Interview Series

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Hunny Bunny fixes her lipstick backstage

Come one, come all! Bass Cabaret would like to introduce our newest digital installment, an exclusive interview series giving you a behind-the-scenes peek at the inner workings of your favorite bass music costume party and the people you have watched grace the Bass Cabaret stage over the past few years.  It’s time to shed new light on your favorite DJs, dancers, visual artists, vendors, and more.  Within this ongoing series, we will catch up with past and future performers and… Read Post ›

Aug 23

PartyGirl Pearl’s Playa Packing List

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Is it obvious I love alliteration? Here’s my bougie guide to playa packing for those going to Burning Man this week, from a 3-year playa princess (not to be confused with a sparkle pony). If you aren’t going to the festival… well, I am sorry you did not get a ticket. FASHION Playa boots – wedge heels if you want some height, otherwise flat and comfortable boots like those worn around London. Leather is great, so is pleather. I found… Read Post ›

Feb 17

Bonnie & Clyde’s Valentine 2014 ft. Lafa Taylor, VibeSquaD – Event Recap

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At the intersection of SOMA, the Mission and Potrero Hill lies “Best of the Bay” winning dance club, Mighty. It is within these walls that we hosted our second installment of the wild 1930’s theme party on Feb. 15, 2014 with live vocal performances by Lafa Taylor, heavy bass beats by VibeSquaD, and a fun glitch set by ♥ Jocelyn. We were able to feature 2 rooms of music for the entire course of the evening, so there were different… Read Post ›

Nov 24

Bass Cabaret: A Titanic Experience 2013 ft. Stephan Jacobs – Event Recap

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Nov. 23, 2013 http://basscabaret5.eventbrite.com/ The winner of the Titanic costume contest was Venus Starr (top photo). We extend praise to all the contestants for their creativity in interpreting the Titanic theme. Bass Cabaret: A Titanic Experience | The Celebration of Electronic Dance Music and Performance Art Saturday, November 23rd 2013Burlesque – Bass Music – Aerialists – Hoops – Belly Dancing – First Class Elegance – Costume Contest – Popcorn – Sailors – Happy, Smiling Faces Imagine an underworld where post-Edwardian… Read Post ›

May 12

Bass Cabaret: French Kiss 2013 ft. Ana Sia – Event Recap

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May 11, 2013 ft. Ana Sia Oh, la la! Booties in the Costume Contest Our French Kiss show, inspired by Moulin Rouge, featured some wonderful costumes from performers and guests alike. Female winner was Hilary Roberts. Male winner was (unknown).