It's the Holiday Office Partay you won't want to miss! Dust off those shoulder pads, don those dapper blazers, and pull on your favorite pencil skirt! Clock-in for an immersive evening full of dazzling surprises and poetry to celebrate the soul.
Hosted by your favorite Mistress of Ceremonies: Linda Ravenswood as Dr. Ach, Suzette!
A sexy and sensuous soiree with Live Music by Blue Wagon Trio.
Burlesque and Song: Karolina Lux
Burlesque by: Dallys Newton
Aerials by: Lena Fumi
Featuring Poetry by: Renata Zhigulina as Jean-Paul, Terence Leclere as Jacques Used, Vesta Vaingloria as Herself, Rachel Appelbaum as Duberry, Frankie Tan as Moonlight, Kendalle Aubra as Ophelia Up, Brian Sonia Wallace as Vallachinski, Tiffany Hudgins as Honey Locale, and introducing Becca Khalil as Sakina.
Mystic: Zachariah the Witch
Madam Tallula presents a rotating cast of poets who impart their work as purveyors of private poetry readings in secret, hidden, well-appointed chambers. You may avail yourself of your choice of poet for tokens at any time during the event.
On the patio, the troupe presents Tarot readings, poetic souvenirs, live typewriter poetry, and occasional burlesque and musical performances.
On the stage, a three-hour roster of Vaudeville variety entertainment... and words, words, words! The El Cid tapas kitchen and bar will be open for dinner and drinks throughout.
ADVISORIES
"13 Best Things to Do in LA: Prepare to have your expectations exceeded by The Poetry Brothel." - LA Weekly¸·
In addition to its poets, The Poetry Brothel presents artists and activists working in a variety of mediums both on stage and through its ever-changing array of intimate, interactive, and creative services. Artists performing with the Brothel may be male, female, faeries, sea creatures, witches, aliens, POC, straight, queer, emerging, established, local, international, virgins, and everything in between
On Consent:Behave with beauty, connect with intention. We are, by and large, a no-contact event -- here to blow your mind and nothing else! Always ask before touching anyone in our House, and report any discomfort to security or staff or the Madam Herself without delay.
Themed costumes and/or vintage formal wear are encouraged but not required. This event is 21+This is a wheelchair accessible event (ask us how!)Our show includes flashing lights, reasonably amplified music, a startling glimpse of your true self, and fog machines
The Poetry Brothel is brought to you by The Poetry Society of New York. Please consider becoming a PSNY member for access to pre-sale specials, discounted and/or free tickets to future Poetry Brothel events, and tons of other perks. Learn more at https://poetrysocietyny.org/join.