Tuesday, June 24, 2008

Burlesque pride.

I enjoy the sensuality of the dance, the spirit of fun, and the sense of new life being breathed into erotic history. Had my grandfather ever see Gypsy Rose Lee perform? I also enjoy the sexual politics in knowing that empowered, joyful women are rekindling a sensual genre from the past. To my eye, it's good, healthy fun... not that I would also resist the chance to savor a luscious bum ensconced in period bloomers.

Last night's debauch brought me to Goodhandy's, the "pansexual playground," for a fun Pride-filled evening of classic burlesque. Shayne and I had seen Skin Tight Outta Sight last New Year's, but tonight's rebel burlesque performance definitely out-did what they offered the hungry public then. With them were The Saucy Tarts, whose can-can performances were a sight to behold.

Even before the show, the sight and vibe in the club reminded of the excellent cabaret scene in Better Than Chocolate. Men were definitely in the minority as the house was full of lesbian couples, their friends, and the occasional stunning t-girl.

The drag king swayed to Duke Ellington. The mohawked Catastrophe demonstrated a ominous ballet reminscent of The Handmaid's Tale. The Victorian lady who dislodged her hoop skirt. The tribute to the feather boa. The Saucy Tarts were exceptional, delivering sets that featured can-cans in the Old West, French revolution, and gypsy rover styles.

And then there was poor, smiling Justin. Our emcee insisted that Justin, a slender twink if there ever was one, come on stage and take a thick black dildo in his ass for everyone's enjoyment. Summoning a local celebrity in the audience, a female erotica writer and broadcaster, to do the sordid deed, Justin casually disrobed on stage, bent over with a wide smile, and the applause abounded as the lad got fucked before us.

Not bad for a Monday night.

5 comments:

curiousgirl said...

that sounds/looks like you had a great time...i have always wanted to check one of those places out...

cg

Anonymous said...

Lovely, Burlesque is very erotic. I'm not even sure if they have any sort of venue like that in my area, although it sounds like fun. Perhaps you and NS could show me around.

Rogue said...

Curiousgirl: So come visit. ;) Both Skin Tight Outta Sight and the Saucy Tarts are troupes in the growing burlesque scene in my area. Along with resparking 60s women's roller derby and a pillow fight league (no, seriously), the empowered women of southern Ontario are definitely having their fun. Who can complain?

I think women everywhere would do well to be so inspired: why not organize your own burlesque troupe? It seems it all started here when Tanya Cheex did that very thing.


Ms. Brunette: It'd be my pleasure. I enjoy showing the sights to new friends. When can I expect you? Welcome to the blog, and thank you for your comment.

curiousgirl said...

pillow fight league???...how cool!

i live in texas...i love it here...but the area i live in isnt exactly known for its "saucy tarts" lol..

cg

Rogue said...

Other than your delicious self, you mean?