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Karaoke After Dark
By Orthogonal Productions
Created by Curvee Bea
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Show Description
Karaoke After Dark is an unforgettable show combining burlesque, karaoke, and improv, thriving on audience participation. Each performance is shaped by the crowd's energy, fostering connection and celebration.
Genre and Content
Content Warnings
The creators say this show is appropriate for ages 16 and up
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Seat Reservations and Show Tickets
| Add to Schedule | Date | Time | Ticket Options | Quantity | Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 08/02 | 5:30 PM | ||||
| Sat 08/03 | 7:00 PM | ||||
| Mon 08/05 | 10:00 PM | ||||
| Wed 08/07 | 8:30 PM | ||||
| Sun 08/11 | 4:00 PM |
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Cast and Crew
Curvee B
Creator, Producer, Burlesque Performer & EmceeCurvee B (she/her) is a powerhouse in the Twin Cities, captivating audiences with her blend of brains and beauty on stage. Her burlesque performances combine allure and humor, making her a standout in the community. She began her burlesque journey in 2018, discovering the joy of celebrating her body. Studying at Minnsky Theater and The Rose Academy of Burlesque, she has become a driving force for diversity and acceptance. Outside of burlesque, you can find her improvising with Jesters Comedy Improv, a passion she has pursued since 2015. Curvee B excels at creating shows where the audience feels celebrated, safe, and inspired to be bold. As a co-producer of TC Cabaret, she curates inclusive shows that showcase diverse talents. Curvee B is also the creator of Karaoke After Dark, where she loves seeing how her favorite elements—karaoke, improv, and burlesque—combine to create magical moments for all involved! She is thrilled to return to the MN Fringe Festival, celebrating the show's 2-year anniversary.
Zetta Laveau
Producer, Burlesque Performer & EmceeZetta Laveau (she/her) is a proud Latina performer, MC, and producer hailing from Chile, who has taken the Twin Cities burlesque scene by storm since her 2021 arrival, becoming a local luminary. A performer at heart since a very young age, Zetta has been involved in music, dance, and theater for over 25 years, finding her true passion in Burlesque in 2016. She joined the Karaoke After Dark production team in 2023 after performing at the show on multiple occasions and falling in love with the spontaneity, humor, and kindness that this show offers. She is excited to experience her first MN Fringe Festival alongside a fantastic team of producers and performers, to give you a show that is packed with talent, but promises to feel fun and light-hearted like a great get-together with friends.
Adam Boutz
Producer & Karaoke DJAdam (he/him) is a producer with Orthogonal Productions, a local theater company committed to bringing to the stage shows that encourage the expression individuality and authenticity, as well as providing opportunities for newer and more-experienced artists to work side-by-side. We believe each person should get the opportunity to shine in ways that are best for them; there is no simpler expression of those ideals than karaoke.
Devine Dalliance
Stage Manager & Burlesque PerformerDevine Dalliance (She/Her) is an emerging burlesque performer who feels all bodies should be loved and celebrated. I used to hide myself and my body away, feeling unworthy of taking up space. Burlesque is my way of honoring my journey and creating a space where everyone feels seen and celebrated. Karaoke and Singing has always been a love of mine and so putting karaoke with burlesque is my wildest dreams into a reality! This show is fun, energetic and creatively different every number!
Aurora Tittialis
Burlesque PerformerShe’s a mixture of sass, class and a whole lotta ass. She lights up the stage like she lights up the night sky, its Aurora Tittialis (She/Her)!
Blair Raven
Burlesque PerformerFrom the tunnels of St. Cloud comes the Hocus Pocus Hoochie Blair Raven (They/She). This lifetime performer is a cast member of Fusion Cabaret, and can be seen in found footage across the Midwest. Prepare to be confused, but into it with the Granite City Gremlin.
Borinqueña Bonita
Burlesque PerformerBorinqueña Bonita (She/Her) is a classically trained dancer, and lifelong performer. She made her burlesque debut in 2021 as a winner of Nudie Nubies, and has been hooked on the sparkly world of burlesque ever since. Borinqueña and her partner Del the Funky Homosexual are coproducing a new show at Bryant Lake Bowl featuring a multidisciplinary all BIPOC cast! A chef by trade, with a passion for performance, Borinqueña will satisfy all your cravings…she’s your favorite dancing chef! Sharp with a knife and smooth on the floor, this badass Boricua will make you want a taste!
Cleo Torres
Burlesque PerformerCleo Torres (She/Her) is never hard to find because she's always front and center, she's Cleo Torres.
Del the Funky Homosexual
Drag PerformerDel The Funky Homosexual (He/Him) is known for his smooth moves and undeniable energy. Always dressed to kill, this lover boy has a passion for demonstrating just how captivating Draglesque can be. Del got his start with his beloved Dykes Do Drag in Minneapolis and earned his stripes as a member of Sweetpea’s Vigilantease Collective. He is currently a proud member of the longest running King troupe in Minnesota - Dragged Out. This traveling show boi has been making moves this year, performing in the New Mexico Burlesque Festival, Seattle Boylesque Festival, Show Me Burlesque & Vaudeville Festival, and is headed to What The Funk?! in August 2024.Del is thrilled about bringing a new multidisciplinary, all BIPOC show, The LIFT, to Bryant Lake Bowl with his partner Borinqueña Bonita!
Dionysia
Burlesque PerformerDionysia (she/her & they/them) is a burlesque performer and instructor, figure model, and show producer from Milwaukee, WI. Dionysia is known for her mesmerizing and exploratory style of burlesque combining improvisation, audience interactions, and expressive storytelling. She’s been featured across many burlesque communities including Full Moon Crucible in Madison, WI, Hue Revue in Milwaukee, WI, The Newport Theater in Chicago, WI, and was a 2023 Silver Tusk Awards Finalist for the Now Arriving award. Dionysia is a proud non-binary Latina and spreads the gay agenda by normalizing female body hair on and off the stage.
Dottie Minerva
Burlesque PerformerA 2018 graduate of the Twin Cities Burlesque Academy, Dottie Minerva (She/Her) is a busty powerhouse lighting up stages with her dazzling costumes, sultry style and glamorous nerdlesque all across the Twin Cities, Upper Midwest and Canada. This buxom beauty was a two time Twin Cities Nudie Nubies Ultimate Reveal finalist, has appeared at the Ohio Burlesque Festival and the Saskatoon International Burlesque Festival. She was the 2020 BurlyPicks Minnesota Regional Best Overall winner, is a member of the Midnight Minxes and has studied at the Philadelphia Burlesque Academy.
Dulce Diabla
Burlesque PerformerDulce Diabla (They/She) is a fat, queer, mixed and latine burlesque artist in the Twin Titties. Joyfully putting the tease in striptease, Dulce has enchanted audiences around the cities and brings a playful and powerful energy to the stage. A lifelong performer and a recent graduate of the Rose Academy of Burlesque, Dulce serves just enough sugar to make you beg for their spice.
Eve of Essence
Burlesque PerformerEve of Essence (She/Her) becks you from near and far with the enchanting call of the Sultry Siren of the St. Croix. Eve is a Rose Academy of Burlesque graduate, Nudie Nubies Monthly Winner, Nudie Nubies Nationwide Competitor, and a featured performer in the highly rated show “ABSURDITY: A burlesque experience” at the MN Fringe Festival. Her dynamic performances and dazzling assets are making a splash on stages across the Twin Cities and beyond, I hope you aren't afraid to get wet.
Ginger
Pole PerformerWhether she's flying on her pole or slinking across the stage, Ginger (She/Her) is sure to inspire. This burlesque-performing pole dancer loves to combine the classic elements of burlesque with the gravity-defying skills of pole sport. This 5-foot energy drink is ready to come play!
Goosey Gander
Burlesque PerformerThe GOOSE is LOOSE! Goosey Gander (They/Them) has been shaking their tail feather with Bawdy Bawdy Ha Ha in eastern Iowa since 2023. Lovely but mischievous, Goosey brings birdbrained comedy to their acts, proving to audiences that what's good for the goose is GREAT for the gander.
Granny Pam T
Burlesque PerformerGranny Pam T. (They/Them) has been shuffling and shimmying through the Twin Cities for the past few years and she doesn't plan to stop any time soon! She's a proud member of Queerdo, a Nudie Nubies Ultimate Reveal champion, an award-winning pole dancer, and the creator of Snack Pack: A Foodlesque Cabaret! She puts the HOT in hot flash and she doesn't mediCARE what you think!
Handsy
Burlesque PerformerThe Seattle Handful is STOKED to be returning to their Midwest roots. Handsy (They/Them) is a performer, visual artist, dancer, the winner of the 2022 Prop Throwdown competition, and the January 2023 Nudie Nubies co-champion. Handsy desires to tantalize your mind, and make you think, “Ope, I guess I’m into that now.” With hand-crafted costumes, high energy dance moves, and hands-on performances, Handsy is prepared to take you over to the silly, sultry side of burlesque. This arts and crafty thembo is a bit of a handful and a treat for the senses, and soon, they’ll have you eating out of the palm of their hand.
Haughty Hazelnut
Burlesque PerformerHaughty Hazelnut (She/Her) is classically focused with a rock n’ roll twist. She was most recently awarded ‘Most Classic’ at the 11th Annual OKC Burlesque Festival. 2024 is off with a bang and is bringing this showgirl to many new places to meet many new faces! She recently got back from making her Show Me Burlesque Festival debut and next time she hops on a plane she’ll be off to Europe! When she’s not performing in the Twin Cities or on the road, you can catch her curating for Dr. Sketchy’s Minneapolis at the 331 Club. She’s the sweetest treat in burlesque, and she’s looking forward to getting sticky on stage near you.
Holliedazzle
Burlesque PerformerFor over 10 years Holliedazzle (She/They) has been lighting up stages across the midwest. Whether it’s geeky, cheeky or festive, she aims to spread holiday cheer 365 days of the year.
Honey Bunz
Burlesque PerformerHailing from South Minneapolis and always hot sticky and sweet, Honey Bunz (She/Her) is here to make your mouth water. This sweet burlesque baby has been studying seduction at the Rose Academy of Burlesque after years of doing hip-hop, ballet, hula, belly dance, and figure skating. You’ve seen her at The Bawdy Downe, Queerdo, TC Cabaret, Karaoke After Dark, Tassels Off, Take it Off festival, as one of the leads of Absurdity Fringe and the winner of January Nudie Nubies.
Jack Asston
Burlesque PerformerJack Asston (They/them) made their solo debut in November 2023, they have quickly captivated audiences all over the Twin Cities. They are the December 2023 Nudie Nubies winner, and finalist in 2024 Nudie Nubies Nationwide. Strippin' down the gender lines, they're your sultry king of tease.
LaLa Chatte
Burlesque PerformerLaLa Chatte (They/Them) is one part Jessica Rabbit, one part Furby, and all parts angry anarchist, the Shapely Siren of the North commands the stage and breaks the conventions on what it means to be non-binary and femme. Enchanting audiences with their vocal talents, chaotic quirky energy, and unfiltered queer activism, their style of unpredictably and charm, they'll leave you purring for more.
Lala Luzious
Burlesque PerformerLala Luzious (She/Her), a local drag performer, podcaster, journalist, makeup artist, and show host, made her mark in the Twin Cities after winning the second season of “Go Tuck Yourself” at The Saloon. She is proud of her accomplishments, including winning the Miss Indiana Newcomer Pageant in 2016 and producing “The Divas Live” Revue show. Lala has performed on every stage in the city, with her favorite being First Ave as part of the FlipPhone Superstar competition. She currently hosts her own show, “Power,” at The Black Hart of Saint Paul, showcasing the diverse drag talent of the Twin Cities.
Lily de Brassiere
Burlesque PerformerLily de Brassiere (She/Her) has brought her eclectic and eccentric personality to stages all across the Midwest for the past 10 years. You never know what this creative force has in store, from nerdy and silly to dark and sultry, she does it all. Lily was the 2019 Critical Strike Princess of Nerdlesque and the 2020 Mpls Regional Burlypicks Master of Nerdlesque.
Lucy B Luscious
Burlesque PerformerTwin Cities native, Lucy B. Luscious (She/They) shimmied into the Minnesota burlesque scene in 2020. When she's not making audiences across the country drool, Lucy is a teacher and producer with the Rose Academy of Burlesque. Lucy was the winner of the 2024 Burlypicks Great Lakes regional competition Classic division, a finalist at Nudie Nubies Nationwide 2022, and a member of the production team for Take It Off; an all fat burlesque festival.
Ostara Reign
Burlesque PerformerAs seductive as spring and sultry as summer, Ostara Reign (She/Her) is a queer, body-positive burlesque performer, emcee, producer, and instructor based in the Twin Cities. She has graced stages across the nation and co-produces TC Cabaret and Twin Cities New Revue. Her mission is to create spaces and provide stages for all bodies to showcase their art and for audiences to feel sexy. She believes that all bodies are sexy and worthy of adoration. She reigns the stage with her slow burns and commands the audience with the slightest gaze.
Pearl Grey
Burlesque PerformerPour a steaming cup of Pearl Grey (She/Her). A Minneapolis-native, Pearl caught the burlesque bug two years ago, and hasn't looked back! Over the last year, Pearl has been performing around the Twin Cities, is an instructor at the Rose Academy of Burlesque, co-produced the Debutease Revue, and burgeoning host. Soon to become your Favorite Fan Girl, remember: you can look, but you can’t clutch!
Queenie von Curves
Burlesque PerformerKnown as the Rubenesque Royale of Burlesque, Queenie von Curves (She/Her) is producer of Bare Book Club Minneapolis, Flower and Devour Burlesque Brunch at Hi Flora!, 2 Dykes Walk into a Bar at Black Hart, Dr. Sketchy's Minneapolis, body impression painter under The Curvy Canvas, and cast member of Black Hearts Burlesque. With her unorthodox style of striptease, cheeky sensuality, and clever costuming, it's no wonder the Quintessence of Curves and Quirk has been entertaining audiences across the country, celebrating her 14th year!
Rose Bush
Burlesque PerformerRose Bush (She/Her) is a fat burlesqueer and a proud disciple of the Rose Academy of Burlesque. You’ve seen her rock her rolls on stages across the Twin Titties at shows like Fat B%tch Friday, TC Cabaret, La Folies, Thorns n’ Roses, Betches, Absurdity at MN Fringe Festival, Queerdo and more! She's a grower AND a show girl, Rose Bush!
Stud Broad
Pole PerformerAs a pole dance instructor and entertainer Stud Broad (She/Her) strives to show anything is possible with pole art. She won First Place in Intermediate Dramatic at the Land of Lakes Pole Festival 2023. Her favorite part about performing is bringing a character and story to life.
The Lady Caress'ha
Burlesque PerformerThe Lady Caress'ha (She/Her) is a proud THIC woman of color that loves to bring a little sass and flavor to the stage. She is a student of the Rose Academy of Burlesque and is known for being "the chocolate body that's always naughty!
Violet Vulgaris
Burlesque PerformerViolet Vulgaris (They/Them) is a budding stage manager, performer, and producer popping up all over Twin Cities. As a fat, queer, nonbinary, BIPOC performer, Violet strives to create acts and spaces uplift all members of the burlesque community. You have seen them on the stage and behind the scenes at shows like La Folies Burlesk, Appetit, Petty Treason Productions, Debutease Revue, Golden Garters, Absurdity, TC Cabaret, Karaoke After Dark and Rose Academy Showcases.
Vivi Diamante
Burlesque PerformerVivi Diamante (She/Her); the Tejano temptress is the plus sized queer Latina burlesque performer known as the Mad Hatter of Burlesque. She hails from El Paso, TX and loves traveling around the US showing off all the things she learned to do south of the border. She is an award-winning costumer and milliner by day, and many of her creations can be seen on the stages of the Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis. Vivi was most recently seen onstage during the 2023 Minneapolis Burlesque Festival, on the MN Fringe Festival stage for “Absurdity: A Burlesque Experience”, and Fatlesque Fest 2024 in Seattle.
Wanda Lust
Burlesque PerformerWanda Lust (She/Her) is a Minneapolis-based performer and a teacher at The Rose Academy of Burlesque! She has won the Nudie Nubies Monthly and Ultimate Reveal competitions and is the current reigning Queen of Nudie Nubies Nationwide 2024. As a Libra sun and rising, Lust isn’t just in the name, it’s in the nature.
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🎤 Get ready to unleash your inner karaoke star at Karaoke After Dark! 🎤
This isn’t your typical Fringe show! Imagine belting out your favorite tunes while our talented cast of burlesque and drag performers improvise a dance routine to match your performance. It's an hour of dazzling stage magic that will leave the audience cheering and laughing. Sign up to perform a karaoke song for your chance to be onstage and become a part of the show! Or, don't sign up to sing and just enjoy the spectacle!
Each night is a different show with a different cast and theme.
✨Show 1 - 8.2 Friday @ 5:30 pm✨
2nd Anniversary Party
We started at Fringe 2 years ago, and now we’re bringing our fabulous, silly, and sexy selves back to celebrate with YOU! Join us for a night of fun, laughter, and unforgettable moments.
✨Show 2 - 8.3 Saturday @ 7 pm✨
Sábado Gigante
Get ready to fiesta with an all-Latinx cast! Zetta Laveau is proud and honored to host this celebration, bringing you an unforgettable night filled with the vibrant performances, music, and energy of the Latinx community.
✨Show 3 - 8.5 Monday @ 10 pm✨
Late Night Snacks
Who’s hungry? We’re serving tasty treats and having a pajama party... literally! Show up in your comfiest clothes and enjoy this late-night show filled with a cast of performers wearing the tastiest costumes!
✨Show 4 - 8.7 Wednesday @ 8:30 pm✨
Fat & Fabulous
Get ready to party with a fabulous fat-bodied cast! Curvee B is proud and delighted to host this celebration, bringing you an unforgettable night filled with fabulous and celebratory performances, featuring all fat-bodied performers!
✨Show 5 - 8.11 Sunday @ 4 pm✨
Glitz & Glam
Get ready for the party of all parties as we close out the Fringe Festival in style! Dress up in your fanciest outfits and join us for a night of glitz and glam. Our cast will be sparkling and shining, and we can’t wait to sparkle and shine with you!
Get ready for an unforgettable presentation of music, dance, and fun!
