Showing posts with label 2011 moisture festival. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 2011 moisture festival. Show all posts

January 25, 2011

Burlesque Artists By Show

Have you been waiting for the performer line-up to reserve your Burlesque tickets? It's your lucky day! The performers for each Burlesque show are now listed on our calendar.

Check out our brand new easier to navigate calendar, which is also now sortable by event type or artist. You can also find show listings for your favorite artists under their bio. (Please remember that even up to the last minute schedules are subject to change.)

We are busily working on the line-ups for the rest of the over 50 shows in the festival, so sit tight and we'll have those online soon.

Most Burlesque shows sold out last year so advance tickets are highly recommended. Hope to see you there!

January 24, 2011

Burlesque 2011 Line-up: The Swedish Housewife, Miss Indigo Blue, The Shanghai Pearl, Waxie Moon, and Fuschia FoXXX

Burlesque luminaries The Swedish Housewife, Miss Indigo Blue, The Shanghai Pearl, Waxie Moon, and Fuschia Foxxx will grace the Libertease stage this year. TICKETS


Born in Stockholm and raised a broad, The Swedish Housewife is a Seattle based international performer and nationally working producer extraordinaire. Short-listed for The Stranger’s “Genius Award,” Paula the Swedish Housewife has mounted award-winning, sold-out shows starring some of the modern underground’s most celebrated performers for more than 20 years. A "modern day Minsky of the Avant-garde with a little Ziegfeld tossed in for good measure", Paula has spun her gold lame in venues from the posh-and-private Ruins to the The Triple Door to down-and-dirty Masonic temples and gambling halls. We are always delighted to welcome Paula back to the Moisture Festival. Visit her website for more information.




Sexy, funny, irreverent and ingeniously clever, Miss Indigo Blue flirts with the edgy, exotic and erotic fringes of burlesque. More than just a great practitioner of the ol' bump and grind, she enlivens her performances with a heady blend of brainy and bawdy that makes audience's mouths water, as their minds whirl. Miss Indigo has performed across the globe and is a three-time award-winner at the annual Miss Exotic World competition, and also currently holds the First Runner Up title from the Jenny Lee Tassel Twirling. Miss Indigo founded BurlyQ Queer Cabaret in 2002, which now has outcroppings in New York and London and is the founder and Headmistress of the Academy of Burlesque in Seattle which was featured in the documentary film, A Wink and a Smile (directed by Deirdre Timmons, Golden Echo Films). We look forward to what she has in store for the festival! For more about Miss Indigo check out her website.


The Shanghai Pearl is The Tantalizing Temptress from Taipei and Princess of Pulchritude! She infuses traditional bump and grind with her signature Shanghai sweetness. Her range is broad; spanning the burlesque gamut from tantalizing tongue in cheek tease to irreverent vaudevillian vignettes. Always entertaining and full of sizzling striptease, her moxie and bravado is not to be missed! Catch her on the Libertease stage and allow her to Shanghai your heart! Website.










Waxie Moon is a gender bending queer lady "boylesque" performance art solo stripping sensation. He has performed at various venues throughout Seattle. Waxie studied ballet and modern dance at Juilliard and danced with the prestigious José Limón Company for six years. He earned an MFA in acting from the University of Washington and cofounded Washington Ensemble Theatre (WET). His solo performance, "Waxie Moon: EXTREME Boylesque"was featured at On The Boards in the Northwest New Works Festival and her original play, Waxie Moon; Boylesque Cinematique was produced by Next Stage. She is featured in the documentary film, A Wink and a Smile (directed by Deirdre Timmons, Golden Echo Films) and is the subject of the documentary Waxie Moon (directed by Wes Hurley, I Ate My Eye Films).


With over 11 years of bellydance performance, Fuchsia FoXXX embodies the sensual, athletic, decadent, intense and powerful persona's on stage as a bellydance-burlesque fusion sensation- voted Seattle's "Sexiest Bellydancer" 2007 & "Sexiest Burlesque Performer" 2008. Fuchsia specializes in combining a variety of traditions and experiences creating her own unique hybrid of exotic dance. Fuchsia has been known to hypnotize audiences near and far with her stellar musicality and unforgettable energy. This jet setter has performed on the T.V. show "Americas Got Talent", in the "London" & "Amsterdam International Burlesque Festivals" & tours regularly with bands. When not clearing security with her pink luggage full of sparkles Fuchsia is a highly sought after bellydance instructor Seattle's Academy of Burlesque.

January 21, 2011

Burlesque Stars Lolo Flamingo , The Luminous Pariah, Lily Verlaine, and Inga Ingenue

These brilliant star of the burlesque stage will join us at ACT - A Contemporary Theatre's gorgeous Allen Theatre. The Allen Theatre is a converted ballroom that has been transformed into a beautiful, intimate theatre in the round offering a thrilling all-angles view of Moisture's Libertease Burlesque.

Bringing her bag full of tricks to the Festival for the first time, Lolo Flamingo is a one-of-a-kind performer who combines vaudeville, circus ,and burlesque in a dazzling display of skill and mischievousness. As she prepares to juggle three flaming torches while riding a unicycle, she dares you to guess which item of clothing she might take off next! For for about Lolo including video take a peek at her website.












Nationally recognized burlesque sensation the Luminious Pariah joins Moisture Festival for the first time bringing saucy, intelligent satire, witty comedy, avant garde artistry, and tantalizing tease. Luminous draws upon his dance and physical theater experience to present you with a fresh form of storytelling: Neo-Burlesque, the innovative striptease. Luminous is the founder of five person theatrical collective Mod Carousel. For more of Luminous and Mod Carousel visit his website.


"A Living, Breathing Work Of Art", Lily Verlaine is a classically trained ballet dancer turned burlesque artist. She has appeared alongside such talent as Dita Von Teese, Julie Atlas Muz, Dirty Martini and author Andrei Codresceau. She is the co-producer and Artistic Director of the smash hit Land of the Sweets: The Burlesque Nutcracker which just closed its fifth anniversary season at Seattle’s illustrious Triple Door. Lily has has had the pleasure of performing across The United States, in Europe and in Asia, and now we have the pleasure of welcoming her back to the Moisture Festival. Website.







Inga Ingenue, "The Little Blonde Bomb", infuses her bubbly personality with traditional bump 'n' grind, resulting in an adorable mix of sexy ambition and innocent "ingenuity". Beginning at age two Inga studied ballet, tap, jazz, modern dance and choreography for dance and theater. One of only five American performers accepted into the first annual Amsterdam Burlesque Festival in 2009, Inga has become an international burlesque star. She is also a founding member of DANCE BELT, a Seattle burlesque/dance power trio. In addition, Inga is an instructor for the world-renowned Miss Indigo Blue's Academy of Burlesque. For more about Inga visit her website.

January 20, 2011

The Chairmen, Master Payne, Scot Nery, The Quidldlers, and Robet Lok

I think we can pack a few more clowns into this car! We'd like to welcome to the Festival for the first time:

UPDATED 1/27: Unfortunately, the Chairmen will not be able to attend this year, but we hope to bring them to a future festival.
The Chairmen
are James O'Shea and Bob Palmer of the very popular comedy juggling duo Flying Debris. These are two obsessed individuals dedicated to exploring and expanding the world's perception of those white plastic stacking resin patio chairs that are found everywhere on the planet. Their extremely funny, extremely weird antics will cause you to jump out of your seats in amazement. We can't wait to bring this this chair-raising experience to the Moisture Festival. Website.


Master Payne, purveyor of thematic thaumaturgy, is a noted Northwest performer who has traveled the world assuming and shedding a series of characters and in an unending effort to give a new twist to ancient arts. His is a respected voice in the world of magic and we're proud to have him, for the first time, on our Moisture Festival stage. Website.







Scot Nery's unique and acclaimed performances combine his one-of-a-kind personality and newfangled object manipulation. Every show is a refreshing splash of unexpected ingenuity. Whether Scot is working in theater, at a party or on the small or large screen he regards each performance as an opportunity to apply “unexpected ingenuity”. He's noted for his comic daring and his carefree stage presence. We're looking forward to this first time Moisture Festival appearance by this fearless LA performer. Website.




The Quiddlers' Micro Jackson and other comic characters will blow you away. These International Ambassadors of Physical Comedy started out in the mid-1980s as The Marauding Miners and they are still going strong with worldwide performances of their unique costumes, puppetry and comedy. This is their first Moisture Festival and Seattlites are in for a treat. Short, sweet and hilarious.




Rob Lok is an international variety performer and contemporary clown. An unpredictable combination of slapstick comedy and high-octane circus skills has made his shows in demand around the globe. Since receiving his BFA (Bachelor of Funny Arts) at Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Clown College, Robert has spent over a decade traveling the world and performing his unique style of contemporary clowning and physical comedy. We look forward to welcoming him to the Moisture Festival. Website.

January 18, 2011

Lady Rizo & Rose Nisker join Burlesque Line-up

We are so excited to welcome these two astounding artists to our Burlesque shows at ACT - A Contemporary Theatre.

In the words of The Village Voice: "Comedienne, chanteuse and "cabaret superstar" (NY Mag) Lady Rizo and the beauteous Assettes ... host an incomparable evening of caburlesque. Their unbridled femininity will "blow your heart and go down on your mind."
Known in New York circles as "caburlesque", Lady Rizo's performances draw inspiration from vaudeville, burlesque, cabaret, and performance art to give birth to a new genre all its own. We couldn't be happier about having her company and her talent here in Seattle. Website - with video!


Rose Nisker comes to us this year from the San Francisco Bay Area. A remarkable aerialist with extensive dance training, at the age of eight Rose made her debut dance performance with award-winning troupe Gamelan Sekar Jaya at the Bali Arts Festival in Denpasar, and has performed extensively in Indian classical dance theater and Flamenco dance in America and abroad. Her love of movement took her into the air in 2005, when she began intensive training on aerial rope and fabric. It was a natural fit. Now she will bring that beauty and experience to our festival and we are delighted to have her.

January 17, 2011

NEW in 2011: Eric Schwartz, Michael Trautman, Richard Hartnell, and Thomas John

We always love welcoming artists new to performing at the Moisture Festival. Here are a few we've convinced to join in the springtime fun.

Eric Schwartz's razor sharp, adults-mostly, on-the-spot wit combined with his exceptional musicality have made him a stand-out performer when appearing alongside comedy masters, on the Comedy Central Stage, at clubs, on the radio, and on the web, where his edgy, political YouTube videos chalk up millions of hits and garner him illicit proposals from all corners of the globe. We're ever so glad he took us up on our invitation. Check out his website for more video and info.

"Blending politically savvy comedy with music has always been a slippery slope. Eric Schwartz knows just how to meld funny and funky."
- Hustler Magazine, March, 2008






Variously identified as a visual comic, performance artist, new vaudevillian, mime (gasp), physical comedian, storyteller, magician, and fool, Michael Trautman claims only to be a clown...and not a very traditional clown at that. Cringe in horror as Michael Trautman runs with pointy objects. Gasp in disgust as he plays with his food. Just try to look away as this overgrown delinquent stuffs five ping-pong balls into his mouth, all at the same time! Michael has performed around the world and we are delighted to welcome him to our corner of it at the Moisture Festival. Website.


Richard Hartnell's contact juggling performance showcases the art form's ethereal fluidity. Currently residing in the San Francisco Bay Area, this particular sphere charmer shocks and amazes audiences on stages and streets, and in clubs and parlors between Seattle and San Francisco, Bourbon Street and Black Rock City. Richard's style of contact juggling is mystical, hypnotic, precocious, and inspiring. Originating in Bellingham, WA and influenced by the East Bay fire spinning community, Richard claims an impressive repertoire of fluid manipulations and glass-smooth isolations. We can't wait to experience his magic. Website.





Thomas John is a juggler, physical comedian, and puppeteer based in San Francisco. He is recent graduate of the advanced clowning program at the San Francisco Circus Center and is also a seasoned street performer. Wit is his weapon of choice and with explosive performances, built on juggling, clown, audience participation, and circus apparatus we think he'll fit right in at the Moisture Festival.

January 14, 2011

Moisture & Seattle International Film Festival Present: The Adventures of Prince Achmed

The Moisture Festival and The Seattle International Film Festival join forces once again to present an exceptional experience with a one-of-a-kind feast for your eyes and ears, presenting The Adventures of Prince Achmed with live accompaniment from David Miles Keenan and Nova Karina Devonie. This extraordinary event will be presented one night only on Monday, April 4 at SIFF Cinema, underneath McCaw Hall at Seattle Center. You will not want to miss this show!

David Miles Keenan and Nova Karina Devonie, AKA "Miles and Karina", have been performing together since 1991. They were commissioned to compose an original score to the 1926 silent, animated classic feature film The Adventures of Prince Achmed and this year we are extremely excited to be presenting this film event. Their live accompaniment will consist of a variety of instruments: accordion, guitar, viola, banjo, glockenspiel, percussion, slide whistle, and other gadgets.

When The Adventures of Prince Achmed premiered in Germany on September 23, 1926, it was hailed as the first full-length animated film using the silhouette technique invented by director Lotte Reiniger. 82 years later, this enchanting film still stands as one of the great classics of animation -- beautiful, mesmerizing and utterly seductive. Taken from The Arabian Nights, the film tells the story of a wicked sorcerer who tricks Prince Achmed into mounting a magical flying horse sending the rider on a flight to his death, however the prince foils the magician's plan, and soars headlong into a series of wondrous adventures. Thrilling, sensuous and dazzling, The Adventures of Prince Achmed will enthrall children and film enthusiasts of all ages.

We hope you will join us for this very special screening and performance.


EVENT DETAILS & TICKETS

The Adventures of Prince Achmed
With German and English intertitles
Directed by Lotte Reiniger. (Germany, 1926, 72 min.)
Score by
David Miles Keenan and Nova Karina Devonie

2011 Festival Schedule

The countdown to the eighth annual Moisture Festival has begun! The Moisture Festival will open its annual springtime celebration this year at Hale's Palladium on Saint Patrick's Day, March 17. We can't wait to kick off this season under the warehouse bigtop. Created in a brewery warehouse, the atmosphere at The Palladium creates chemistry between audience and performer that is an absolute joy to behold. With four weeks of festival shows at Hale's Palladium this year, there will be even more opportunities to join in the fun.

During the second and third weekends, the festival will again return to ACT - A Contemporary Theatre on March 25, 26 and April 1, 2 for Libertease Burlesque from all angles, in the round, in the beautiful Allen Theatre. In addition, on Sundays, March 27 and April 3, Grand Varietè Shows for all ages will come to life, celebrating the wonderful surprises that guarantee comedy/varietè's endearing spot in the history of live family entertainment.

The Moisture Festival will also return to SIFF, Vashon Island, Georgetown in 2011. One part of the mission for The Moisture Festival is to bring world-class varietè entertainment to Seattle neighborhoods and to the surrounding area.

The Moisture Festival and The Seattle International Film Festival join forces once again to present an exceptional experience with a one-of-a-kind feast for your eyes and ears, bringing together film and live performance. Further south, Vashon Island and Georgetown have long been regarded as centers of creativity with communities that support art and fun, so returning the festival to both locations is irresistible. The Georgetown Ballroom is one of Seattle’s hidden treasures and a perfect venue for varietè shows. Moisture Festival will again bring a quirky and entertaining April Fools weekend to the neighborhood. Open Space for Arts and Community is a spacious warehouse slightly off the beaten path on Vashon Island. It is the new destination for shows and gatherings on the island – funky and elegant with plenty of parking! We'll ferry our clown car to the island for the final weekend of the festival.

Over the next few days stay tuned to our new website calendar for a detailed listing of each and every one of the over 50 shows we have planned.

2011 Moisture Festival:

WHEN:
March 17-April 10, 2011

WHERE:
Shows in 5 different venues:
Hale’s Palladium – Fremont District, Seattle
ACT- A Contemporary Theatre – Downtown Seattle
The Georgetown Ballroom – Georgetown, Seattle
Open Space for Art and Community - Vashon Island
SIFF Cinema – Seattle Center

VENUE DETAILS:
March 17-April 10
Hale's Palladium at Hale's Brewery, Fremont
4301 Leary Way NW, Seattle, WA 98107
TICKETS: Price range $10 - $20 BUY TICKETS
Show type: Comedy/Varietè shows
Matinees: Saturdays and Sundays – 3:00pm (all ages)
Evenings: Wednesdays-Sundays – 7:30pm (all ages) (exception: no Weds show week 1)
Late Night: Fridays & Saturdays – 10:30pm (21+)

March 25, 26, 27 & April 1, 2, 3
ACT- A Contemporary Theatre, Downtown
700 Union Street, Seattle, WA
TICKETS: Price range $10 - $25
TICKETS: on-sale Jan. 18th through the ACT Box Office
Show type: Four Grand Varietè shows (all ages)
Sunday 3/27 – 3pm & 7:30pm
Sunday 4/3 – 3pm & 7:30pm

Eight Libertease Burlesque shows (18+)
Friday 3/25 & Saturday 3/26 – 7:30pm & 10:30pm
Friday 4/1 & Saturday 4/2 – 7:30pm & 10:30pm

April 1-2-3
Georgetown Ballroom, Georgetown
5623 Airport Way South, Seattle, WA 98108
TICKETS: Price range $10 - $20 BUY TICKETS
Show type: Comedy/Varietè shows, Late Night is Comedy/ Varietè / Burlesque
Friday 4/1 – 7:30pm (21+)
Saturday 4/2 – 7:30pm & 10:30 pm (21+)
Sunday 4/3 – 3:00pm

April 8 & 9
Open Space for Arts and Community,Vashon Island
18870 103rd Avenue Southwest, Vashon, WA 98070
TICKETS: Price range $10 - $20 BUY TICKETS
Show type: Comedy/Varietè shows (all ages)
Friday 4/1 – 7:30pm
Saturday 4/2 – 3:00pm & 7:30pm

April 4
SIFF Cinema
321 Mercer Street, Seattle, WA
TICKETS: Price range: $12 - $15 BUY TICKETS
Show Type: Film with live accompaniment
Monday 4/4 – 7:30pm