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Red Bennies - Events RSS The latest event listings from Red Bennies http://redbennies.com/events/ http://redbennies.com/events/bastille-day-party-2013 http://redbennies.com/events/bastille-day-party-2013 Tue, 21 May 2013 17:23:28 +1000 Bastille Day Party 2013 Event Dates Friday, 12th Jul 2013 Event Overview . Traditionally one of the biggest nights of the year! Red Bennies hosts another fine night of Francophone celebration, featuring burlesque, circus, bands, DJs and more. Further details to come... http://redbennies.com/events/birthday-schnitz-n-tits http://redbennies.com/events/birthday-schnitz-n-tits Tue, 21 May 2013 14:14:00 +1000 Birthday Schnitz 'N' Tits Event Dates Thursday, 1st Aug 2013 Event Overview After 2 years of fun and games, it's to to party like it's well, 2011... . Ballons, streamers, sexy girls in party hats and of coarse there'll be birthday cake. Pin the tail on the hot ass, bobbing for boobs and so many more fun birthday games! . Chicken or Eggplant Schnitzel will be served with crispy chips, garden salad and your choice of sauce to help keep your strength up for the night. Our naughty but nice babelicious barmaids and topless waitresses will be on hand to take care of you at your table so you won't have to wait at the bar for a drink. . Single tables, large groups, bucks... http://redbennies.com/events/schnitz-n-tits--christmas-in-july http://redbennies.com/events/schnitz-n-tits--christmas-in-july Tue, 21 May 2013 14:06:33 +1000 Schnitz 'N' Tits :: Christmas in July Event Dates Thursday, 4th Jul 2013 Event Overview Ho... Ho... Ho.... it's Christmas in July! . Christmas is coming early with a very special edition of Schnitz N Tits. With Santa's little helpers a plenty and big old father Christmas will be coming ut of hibernation for this momentas occasion. . As always, Chicken or Eggplant Schnitzel will be served with crispy chips, fresh coleslaw and your choice of sauce to help keep your strength up for the night. Our naughty but nice babelicious barmaids and topless waitresses will be on hand to take care of you at your table so you won't have to wait at the bar for a drink. . Single tables, large... http://redbennies.com/events/schnitz-n-titz-returns-to-red-bennies http://redbennies.com/events/schnitz-n-titz-returns-to-red-bennies Tue, 21 May 2013 13:27:28 +1000 Schnitz 'N' Titz returns to Red Bennies Event Dates Thursday, 13th Jun 2013 Event Overview . As the cold weather settles in, we fly south for the winter... . well not that far south but to our new monthly home, and the return to Red Bennies. With our full size stage show, Babelicous Barmaids, live music and of coarse our delicious schnitzels, we are set for some good times ahead. Our naughty but nice babelicious barmaids and topless waitresses will be on hand to take care of you at your table so you won't have to wait at the bar for a drink. . Single tables, large groups, bucks parties and hens nights welcome. . http://redbennies.com/events/fright-or-flight-fundraiser--3s-a-crowd-circus http://redbennies.com/events/fright-or-flight-fundraiser--3s-a-crowd-circus Tue, 21 May 2013 12:56:01 +1000 Fright or Flight Fundraiser :: 3s a Crowd Circus Event Dates Thursday, 6th Jun 2013 Event Overview Come get your sticky beak on and russle your feathers for a tartan themed cause. . Three of your favourite birds are packing their tail feathers, dishwashing gloves and a bucket load of chicken to fly their award winning show “Fright or Flight” to Edinburgh Fringe. . Even though we would be happy to survive on a diet of haggis, whiskey and bagpipes we have a large shopping list of 64 roast chicken drumsticks, 26 postpaks, 12 champagne bottles, 28 packets of corn chips, 14 wind up chickens, 60 pairs of yellow rubber gloves, 4 hessian sacks, loads of feather and a whole lot of... http://redbennies.com/events/1277 http://redbennies.com/events/1277 Tue, 14 May 2013 15:13:22 +1000 Magic Night - All Male Revue Event Dates Sunday, 28th Jul 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/1276 http://redbennies.com/events/1276 Tue, 14 May 2013 15:10:37 +1000 Magic Night - All Male Revue Event Dates Sunday, 21st Jul 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/1275 http://redbennies.com/events/1275 Tue, 14 May 2013 15:08:31 +1000 Magic Night - All Male Revue Event Dates Sunday, 14th Jul 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/magic-night http://redbennies.com/events/magic-night Tue, 14 May 2013 15:02:46 +1000 Magic Night Event Dates Sunday, 7th Jul 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/1273 http://redbennies.com/events/1273 Tue, 14 May 2013 14:47:40 +1000 Club Fiction Event Dates Saturday, 27th Jul 2013 Event Overview . A new club night is Melbourne’s exciting new night of debauchery, Club Fiction. Brought to you by Kitty Rock, Club Fiction promises to be the destination for everything your heart desires. The evening is jam packed with burlesque performances, cage dancers, Melbourne’s finest alternative DJ’s and the sorely missed 2am band slot. No matter where patrons turn at Club Fiction there is no shortage of entertainment. Resident roving characters will have you laughing, hot under the collar and coming back for more every ... http://redbennies.com/events/1272 http://redbennies.com/events/1272 Tue, 14 May 2013 14:33:52 +1000 Club Fiction Event Dates Saturday, 20th Jul 2013 Event Overview . A new club night is Melbourne’s exciting new night of debauchery, Club Fiction. Brought to you by Kitty Rock, Club Fiction promises to be the destination for everything your heart desires. The evening is jam packed with burlesque performances, cage dancers, Melbourne’s finest alternative DJ’s and the sorely missed 2am band slot. No matter where patrons turn at Club Fiction there is no shortage of entertainment. Resident roving characters will have you laughing, hot under the collar and coming back for more every ... http://redbennies.com/events/1271 http://redbennies.com/events/1271 Tue, 14 May 2013 14:21:03 +1000 Club Fiction Event Dates Saturday, 13th Jul 2013 Event Overview . A new club night is Melbourne’s exciting new night of debauchery, Club Fiction. Brought to you by Kitty Rock, Club Fiction promises to be the destination for everything your heart desires. The evening is jam packed with burlesque performances, cage dancers, Melbourne’s finest alternative DJ’s and the sorely missed 2am band slot. No matter where patrons turn at Club Fiction there is no shortage of entertainment. Resident roving characters will have you laughing, hot under the collar and coming back for more every week.There’s the ... http://redbennies.com/events/1270 http://redbennies.com/events/1270 Tue, 14 May 2013 14:04:44 +1000 Club Fiction Event Dates Saturday, 6th Jul 2013 Event Overview . A new club night is Melbourne’s exciting new night of debauchery, Club Fiction. Brought to you by Kitty Rock, Club Fiction promises to be the destination for everything your heart desires. The evening is jam packed with burlesque performances, cage dancers, Melbourne’s finest alternative DJ’s and the sorely missed 2am band slot. No matter where patrons turn at Club Fiction there is no shortage of entertainment. Resident roving characters will have you laughing, hot under the collar and coming back for more every week.There’s the ... http://redbennies.com/events/1269 http://redbennies.com/events/1269 Tue, 14 May 2013 12:46:27 +1000 White Tree Swing Band Event Dates Thursday, 23rd May 2013 Event Overview The White Tree Band is a collective of Melbourne’s most talented musicians. . They perform at weddings, corporate events, birthdays, batmitzvahs…and we’re pretty sure there has been a funeral in there at some point. We know what you’re thinking…It’s a daggy cover band that plays Brown Eyed Girl, Jessie’s Girl, Dancing Queen and all of the above. Well yes, the odd tune in that category does sneak it’s way in, but The White Tree also rocks the modern pop, funk, jazz and soul tunes that we all dig, and plays the classics with a 9 piece line... http://redbennies.com/events/australian-burlesque-school-grad-show http://redbennies.com/events/australian-burlesque-school-grad-show Tue, 30 Apr 2013 21:28:03 +1000 Australian Burlesque School Grad Show Event Dates Sunday, 30th Jun 2013 Event Overview . The Australian Burlesque School is the premier school for professional and developing burlesque performers. Principals Dolores Daiquiri, Becky Lou and Scarlett share their knowledge and experience as they prepare students for on and off the stage. Graduates of the School hit the stage for the first time, debuting their routines as they launch their burlesque careers. http://redbennies.com/events/frankie-wants-out--stonnington-jazz-festival http://redbennies.com/events/frankie-wants-out--stonnington-jazz-festival Tue, 30 Apr 2013 20:22:33 +1000 Frankie Wants Out :: Stonnington Jazz Festival Event Dates Friday, 24th May 2013 Event Overview Frankie Wants Out is a nine piece original swing band from Melbourne. They first formed as a neo swing band, playing fast jazz and jump blues as well as taking influence the music of the New York dance halls of the 20’s and 30’s. However over the last four years they have incorporated other styles into their live show, such as latin, motown, rock and funk while still paying homage to their swing beginning. Regardless of the style, Frankie Wants Out are still guaranteed to make you jump and jive all the way across the dance floor regardless of whether you’re in a ... http://redbennies.com/events/1266 http://redbennies.com/events/1266 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:46:56 +1000 Club Fiction Event Dates Saturday, 29th Jun 2013 Event Overview . A new club night is Melbourne’s exciting new night of debauchery, Club Fiction. Brought to you by Kitty Rock, Club Fiction promises to be the destination for everything your heart desires. The evening is jam packed with burlesque performances, cage dancers, Melbourne’s finest alternative DJ’s and the sorely missed 2am band slot. No matter where patrons turn at Club Fiction there is no shortage of entertainment. Resident roving characters will have you laughing, hot under the collar and coming back for more every week.There’s the ... http://redbennies.com/events/1265 http://redbennies.com/events/1265 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:45:22 +1000 Club Fiction Event Dates Saturday, 22nd Jun 2013 Event Overview . A new club night is Melbourne’s exciting new night of debauchery, Club Fiction. Brought to you by Kitty Rock, Club Fiction promises to be the destination for everything your heart desires. The evening is jam packed with burlesque performances, cage dancers, Melbourne’s finest alternative DJ’s and the sorely missed 2am band slot. No matter where patrons turn at Club Fiction there is no shortage of entertainment. Resident roving characters will have you laughing, hot under the collar and coming back for more every week.There’s the ... http://redbennies.com/events/1264 http://redbennies.com/events/1264 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:43:25 +1000 Club Fiction Event Dates Saturday, 15th Jun 2013 Event Overview . A new club night is Melbourne’s exciting new night of debauchery, Club Fiction. Brought to you by Kitty Rock, Club Fiction promises to be the destination for everything your heart desires. The evening is jam packed with burlesque performances, cage dancers, Melbourne’s finest alternative DJ’s and the sorely missed 2am band slot. No matter where patrons turn at Club Fiction there is no shortage of entertainment. Resident roving characters will have you laughing, hot under the collar and coming back for more every week.There’s the ... http://redbennies.com/events/1263 http://redbennies.com/events/1263 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:41:44 +1000 Club Fiction Event Dates Saturday, 8th Jun 2013 Event Overview . A new club night is Melbourne’s exciting new night of debauchery, Club Fiction. Brought to you by Kitty Rock, Club Fiction promises to be the destination for everything your heart desires. The evening is jam packed with burlesque performances, cage dancers, Melbourne’s finest alternative DJ’s and the sorely missed 2am band slot. No matter where patrons turn at Club Fiction there is no shortage of entertainment. Resident roving characters will have you laughing, hot under the collar and coming back for more every week.There’s the ... http://redbennies.com/events/1262 http://redbennies.com/events/1262 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:38:44 +1000 Club Fiction Event Dates Saturday, 1st Jun 2013 Event Overview . A new club night is Melbourne’s exciting new night of debauchery, Club Fiction. Brought to you by Kitty Rock, Club Fiction promises to be the destination for everything your heart desires. The evening is jam packed with burlesque performances, cage dancers, Melbourne’s finest alternative DJ’s and the sorely missed 2am band slot. No matter where patrons turn at Club Fiction there is no shortage of entertainment. Resident roving characters will have you laughing, hot under the collar and coming back for more every week.There’s the ... http://redbennies.com/events/1261 http://redbennies.com/events/1261 Sun, 28 Apr 2013 14:50:40 +1000 Nude (Art / Dance / Burlesque / Circus) Event Dates Saturday, 29th Jun 2013 Event Overview . Nude is nude. It’s the context in which we view nudity that changes it from what it is; the human body. Recreated by ourselves, in many different cultures, in many different contexts, nudity has become humanity’s greatest cover up. Bought to you by Scarlett Productions and Red Bennies, Nude is a show about being nude. Or, more accurately, about not being allowed to be nude. Positioned within the realm of art, performance, social commentary and sex, Nude explores the tantalisingly thin boundaries between what is natural, artistic, overt, and... http://redbennies.com/events/nude-art--dance--circus--burlesque http://redbennies.com/events/nude-art--dance--circus--burlesque Sun, 28 Apr 2013 14:45:40 +1000 Nude (Art / Dance / Circus / Burlesque) Event Dates Friday, 28th Jun 2013 Event Overview . Nude is nude. It’s the context in which we view nudity that changes it from what it is; the human body. Recreated by ourselves, in many different cultures, in many different contexts, nudity has become humanity’s greatest cover up. Bought to you by Scarlett Productions and Red Bennies, Nude is a show about being nude. Or, more accurately, about not being allowed to be nude. Positioned within the realm of art, performance, social commentary and sex, Nude explores the tantalisingly thin boundaries between what is natural, artistic, overt, and... http://redbennies.com/events/1258 http://redbennies.com/events/1258 Tue, 23 Apr 2013 15:06:02 +1000 Magic Night - All Male Revue Event Dates Sunday, 23rd Jun 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/1257 http://redbennies.com/events/1257 Tue, 23 Apr 2013 15:02:35 +1000 Magic Night - All Male Revue Event Dates Sunday, 16th Jun 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . Melbourne's Ultimate Male StripteaseMelbourne's Ultimate Male StripteaseYou've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man... http://redbennies.com/events/1256 http://redbennies.com/events/1256 Tue, 23 Apr 2013 14:59:49 +1000 Magic Night - All Male Revue Event Dates Sunday, 2nd Jun 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! . Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-3rd-birthday-feat-client-liaison-and-soe-wrap http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-3rd-birthday-feat-client-liaison-and-soe-wrap Fri, 19 Apr 2013 14:48:20 +1000 Red Bennies 3rd Birthday feat Client Liaison and SOE Wrap Event Dates Friday, 10th May 2013 Event Overview . 3 years later and one of Australia's most bizarre stomping grounds continues on its full throttle roller coaster ride of peculiarity, hilarity and highflying entertainment! And what better way to celebrate than to party LiKE IT'S 1989! Join Melbourne's international in flavour, cosmopolitan in style, indy tastemakers CLIENT LIASON for a night of 'dance electric', 'new jack swing' and 'pop ballad' sonic stimulation while the rat bag film making funsters from indy feature START.OPTIONS.EXIT. celebrate their official WRAP PARTY in style and decadence with the crème de la crème of... http://redbennies.com/events/firestone-and-honey http://redbennies.com/events/firestone-and-honey Wed, 17 Apr 2013 11:55:29 +1000 Firestone and Honey Event Dates Thursday, 2nd May 2013 Event Overview . . Melbourne 5 Piece FIRESTONE & HONEY bring a ballsy Blues and Soul sound to Red Bennies, taking you on a journey through Chicago and the Mississippi Delta to deliver a power packed show, scaling the highs and lows of that old Southern sound. From the sweet, honeyed tones of lead singer Jana Firestone to the firey, dynamic energy of lead guitarist/vocalist Josh Blau and the band, you can be sure you will be up on your feet and howling for more. Passionate about playing the Blues and with influences such as B.B. King, Muddy Waters, Buddy Guy and Junior Wells, Firestone &... http://redbennies.com/events/coolio-live-at-red-bennies http://redbennies.com/events/coolio-live-at-red-bennies Tue, 16 Apr 2013 16:04:37 +1000 Coolio LIVE at Red Bennies Event Dates Thursday, 27th Jun 2013 Event Overview Coolio is coming to South Yarra! . Coolio began rapping from a young age and performed in many local Los Angeles rap contests as a youth. Coolio made connections in the Los Angeles rap scene and ended up joining the group WC and the Maad Circle in 1991. Their debut album was regionally successful but didn’t make much impact on a national scale. Three years later, Coolio signed to Tommy Boy Records and released his debut solo album, It Takes a Thief. This album contained the hit single Fantastic Voyage; Coolio’s breakout song. It peaked at #3 on the Billboard Hot 100, making it one... http://redbennies.com/events/1251 http://redbennies.com/events/1251 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 15:24:48 +1000 An Awful Lot of Vaudeville Event Dates Saturday, 20th Apr 2013 Event Overview . Following the Comedy Festival's Kate Middleton Show Queen, we present the latest instalment of An Awful Lot of Vaudeville.. ‘Roll Up! Roll Up! Ladies and Gentlemen’.... Red Bennies, Melbourne’s home of Circus, Vaudeville and Burlesque brings you an evening of vintage vaudevillian entertainment. . ‘An Awful Lot of Vaudeville’ brings together an all star cast of Australia’s premier performers and international guests alongside live musical acts! Prepare to be brought to the edge of your seat in astonishment, hilarity and seduction as your... http://redbennies.com/events/1250 http://redbennies.com/events/1250 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 15:17:44 +1000 An Awful Lot of Vaudeville Event Dates Friday, 19th Apr 2013 Event Overview . Following the Comedy Festival's Kate Middleton Show Queen, we present the latest instalment of An Awful Lot of Vaudeville.. ‘Roll Up! Roll Up! Ladies and Gentlemen’.... Red Bennies, Melbourne’s home of Circus, Vaudeville and Burlesque brings you an evening of vintage vaudevillian entertainment. . ‘An Awful Lot of Vaudeville’ brings together an all star cast of Australia’s premier performers and international guests alongside live musical acts! Prepare to be brought to the edge of your seat in astonishment, hilarity and seduction as your taken on a... http://redbennies.com/events/1249 http://redbennies.com/events/1249 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:50:52 +1000 Nude (Art / Dance / Burlesque / Circus) Event Dates Saturday, 22nd Jun 2013 Event Overview . Nude is nude. It’s the context in which we view nudity that changes it from what it is; the human body. Recreated by ourselves, in many different cultures, in many different contexts, nudity has become humanity’s greatest cover up. Bought to you by Scarlett Productions and Red Bennies, Nude is a show about being nude. Or, more accurately, about not being allowed to be nude. Positioned within the realm of art, performance, social commentary and sex, Nude explores the tantalisingly thin boundaries between what is natural, artistic, overt, and shocking. The peak of the show... http://redbennies.com/events/1248 http://redbennies.com/events/1248 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:48:41 +1000 Nude Event Dates Friday, 21st Jun 2013 Event Overview . Nude is nude. It’s the context in which we view nudity that changes it from what it is; the human body. Recreated by ourselves, in many different cultures, in many different contexts, nudity has become humanity’s greatest cover up. Bought to you by Scarlett Productions and Red Bennies, Nude is a show about being nude. Or, more accurately, about not being allowed to be nude. Positioned within the realm of art, performance, social commentary and sex, Nude explores the tantalisingly thin boundaries between what is natural, artistic, overt, and shocking.... http://redbennies.com/events/1247 http://redbennies.com/events/1247 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:43:47 +1000 Nude (Art / Dance / Burlesque / Circus) Event Dates Saturday, 15th Jun 2013 Event Overview . Nude is nude. It’s the context in which we view nudity that changes it from what it is; the human body. Recreated by ourselves, in many different cultures, in many different contexts, nudity has become humanity’s greatest cover up. Bought to you by Scarlett Productions and Red Bennies, Nude is a show about being nude. Or, more accurately, about not being allowed to be nude. Positioned within the realm of art, performance, social commentary and sex, Nude explores the tantalisingly thin boundaries between what is natural, artistic, overt, and shocking.... http://redbennies.com/events/1246 http://redbennies.com/events/1246 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:40:23 +1000 Nude (Art / Dance / Burlesque / Circus) Event Dates Friday, 14th Jun 2013 Event Overview . Nude is nude. It’s the context in which we view nudity that changes it from what it is; the human body. Recreated by ourselves, in many different cultures, in many different contexts, nudity has become humanity’s greatest cover up. Bought to you by Scarlett Productions and Red Bennies, Nude is a show about being nude. Or, more accurately, about not being allowed to be nude. Positioned within the realm of art, performance, social commentary and sex, Nude explores the tantalisingly thin boundaries between what is natural, artistic, overt, and shocking.... http://redbennies.com/events/1245 http://redbennies.com/events/1245 Tue, 9 Apr 2013 15:20:42 +1000 Club Fiction Event Dates Saturday, 25th May 2013 Event Overview A new club night is Melbourne’s exciting new night of debauchery, Club Fiction. Brought to you by Kitty Rock, Club Fiction promises to be the destination for everything your heart desires. The evening is jam packed with burlesque performances, cage dancers, Melbourne’s finest alternative DJ’s and the sorely missed 2am band slot. No matter where patrons turn at Club Fiction there is no shortage of entertainment. Resident roving characters will have you laughing, hot under the collar and coming back for more every week.There’s the deliciously... http://redbennies.com/events/1244 http://redbennies.com/events/1244 Tue, 9 Apr 2013 15:17:37 +1000 Club Fiction Event Dates Saturday, 18th May 2013 Event Overview . A new club night is Melbourne’s exciting new night of debauchery, Club Fiction. Brought to you by Kitty Rock, Club Fiction promises to be the destination for everything your heart desires. The evening is jam packed with burlesque performances, cage dancers, Melbourne’s finest alternative DJ’s and the sorely missed 2am band slot. No matter where patrons turn at Club Fiction there is no shortage of entertainment. Resident roving characters will have you laughing, hot under the collar and coming back for more every week.There’s the deliciously... http://redbennies.com/events/1242 http://redbennies.com/events/1242 Tue, 9 Apr 2013 15:14:43 +1000 Club Fiction Event Dates Saturday, 11th May 2013 Event Overview . A new club night is Melbourne’s exciting new night of debauchery, Club Fiction. Brought to you by Kitty Rock, Club Fiction promises to be the destination for everything your heart desires. The evening is jam packed with burlesque performances, cage dancers, Melbourne’s finest alternative DJ’s and the sorely missed 2am band slot. No matter where patrons turn at Club Fiction there is no shortage of entertainment. Resident roving characters will have you laughing, hot under the collar and coming back for more every week.There’s the deliciously... http://redbennies.com/events/1241 http://redbennies.com/events/1241 Tue, 9 Apr 2013 15:12:22 +1000 Club Fiction Event Dates Saturday, 4th May 2013 Event Overview . A new club night is Melbourne’s exciting new night of debauchery, Club Fiction. Brought to you by Kitty Rock, Club Fiction promises to be the destination for everything your heart desires. The evening is jam packed with burlesque performances, cage dancers, Melbourne’s finest alternative DJ’s and the sorely missed 2am band slot. No matter where patrons turn at Club Fiction there is no shortage of entertainment. Resident roving characters will have you laughing, hot under the collar and coming back for more every week.There’s the deliciously... http://redbennies.com/events/club-fiction http://redbennies.com/events/club-fiction Tue, 9 Apr 2013 15:08:38 +1000 Club Fiction Event Dates Saturday, 27th Apr 2013 Event Overview . A new club night is Melbourne’s exciting new night of debauchery, Club Fiction. Brought to you by Kitty Rock, Club Fiction promises to be the destination for everything your heart desires. The evening is jam packed with burlesque performances, cage dancers, Melbourne’s finest alternative DJ’s and the sorely missed 2am band slot. No matter where patrons turn at Club Fiction there is no shortage of entertainment. Resident roving characters will have you laughing, hot under the collar and coming back for more every week.There’s the deliciously... http://redbennies.com/events/club-fiction---official-launch-party http://redbennies.com/events/club-fiction---official-launch-party Tue, 9 Apr 2013 15:02:21 +1000 Club Fiction - Official Launch Party Event Dates Saturday, 20th Apr 2013 Event Overview . A new club night is Melbourne’s exciting new night of debauchery, Club Fiction. Brought to you by Kitty Rock, Club Fiction promises to be the destination for everything your heart desires. The evening is jam packed with burlesque performances, cage dancers, Melbourne’s finest alternative DJ’s and the sorely missed 2am band slot. No matter where patrons turn at Club Fiction there is no shortage of entertainment. Resident roving characters will have you laughing, hot under the collar and coming back for more every week.There’s the deliciously innocent... http://redbennies.com/events/club-fiction---pre-launch-party http://redbennies.com/events/club-fiction---pre-launch-party Tue, 2 Apr 2013 19:19:45 +1000 Club Fiction - Pre-Launch Party Event Dates Saturday, 13th Apr 2013 Event Overview . A new club night is Melbourne’s exciting new night of debauchery, Club Fiction. Brought to you by Kitty Rock, Club Fiction promises to be the destination for everything your heart desires. The evening is jam packed with burlesque performances, cage dancers, Melbourne’s finest alternative DJ’s and the sorely missed 2am band slot. No matter where patrons turn at Club Fiction there is no shortage of entertainment. Resident roving characters will have you laughing, hot under the collar and coming back for more every week.There’s the deliciously innocent Holly... http://redbennies.com/events/the-naked-launch http://redbennies.com/events/the-naked-launch Tue, 2 Apr 2013 19:03:30 +1000 The Naked Launch Event Dates Saturday, 27th Apr 2013 Event Overview A medley of acclaimed Melbourne comic authors join forces on Saturday, April 27 for an epic six-book launch at burlesque hotspot Red Bennies . Released on the night will be Scarlette Baccini’s Jesus Reloadeth’d and Zombolette’s Floppy #1; Matt Emery’s Die! Bitch! Die!; Ben Hutching’s 24 Hours from Paradise; Ive Sorocuk’s Everybody Comics Face; and the 18th issue of controversial compilation Phatsville. . The evening kicks off at 7pm and entry is free. Attendees can enjoy drinks, nibbles and awkward conversation with the authors before a comic-tinged... http://redbennies.com/events/1236 http://redbennies.com/events/1236 Tue, 2 Apr 2013 14:17:27 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - All Male Revue Event Dates Sunday, 26th May 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/1235 http://redbennies.com/events/1235 Tue, 2 Apr 2013 14:15:51 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - All Male Revue Event Dates Sunday, 19th May 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/magic-night---mothers-day-special http://redbennies.com/events/magic-night---mothers-day-special Tue, 2 Apr 2013 14:14:23 +1000 Magic Night - Mother's Day Special! Event Dates Sunday, 12th May 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/1233 http://redbennies.com/events/1233 Tue, 2 Apr 2013 14:13:00 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - All Male Revue Event Dates Sunday, 5th May 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/1232 http://redbennies.com/events/1232 Tue, 2 Apr 2013 14:11:17 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - All Male Revue Event Dates Sunday, 28th Apr 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/1231 http://redbennies.com/events/1231 Tue, 2 Apr 2013 14:08:44 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - All Male Revue Event Dates Sunday, 21st Apr 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/1230 http://redbennies.com/events/1230 Tue, 2 Apr 2013 14:07:14 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - All Male Revue Event Dates Sunday, 14th Apr 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree-easter-sunday-edition http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree-easter-sunday-edition Tue, 26 Mar 2013 19:05:07 +1000 Jamboree Easter Sunday Edition Event Dates Sunday, 31st Mar 2013 Event Overview The most anticipated home for RnB/ OLD SKOOL has finally arrived, for those that have anticipated a blend of Old Skool/RnB amongst the opulence of a fine establishment with a mature following, Welcome to your new Saturday home - JAMBOREE. Every Saturday! Finally a room dedicated to the good life of Old Skool,90s Soul, RnB & New Jack with a touch 70s funk! . Jamboree will stage and showcase international artist live on a regular basis. Melbourne’s best DJ PLAYING TRACKS FROM ARTISTS LIKE:. Blackstreet, Donell Jones, Michael Jackson, BBD, Stevie Wonder, TLC, Lionel... http://redbennies.com/events/1228 http://redbennies.com/events/1228 Tue, 26 Mar 2013 16:22:07 +1000 White Tree Band Event Dates Thursday, 18th Apr 2013 Event Overview The White Tree Band is a collective of Melbourne’s most talented musicians. . They perform at weddings, corporate events, birthdays, batmitzvahs…and we’re pretty sure there has been a funeral in there at some point. We know what you’re thinking…It’s a daggy cover band that plays Brown Eyed Girl, Jessie’s Girl, Dancing Queen and all of the above. Well yes, the odd tune in that category does sneak it’s way in, but The White Tree also rocks the modern pop, funk, jazz and soul tunes that we all dig, and plays the classics with a 9... http://redbennies.com/events/1227 http://redbennies.com/events/1227 Tue, 19 Mar 2013 15:22:32 +1000 SMASH JAM! Event Dates Friday, 26th Apr 2013 Event Overview Every Friday. 10:30pm. $15 entry or email luke@thebridgesouthwharf.com for guestlist. Featuring DJs.. LUKE McD and jamsters.. Smash Jam, the weekly mash up session where we smash disco into funk and fun into fever, Michael Jackson has never sounded so black, Prince hits royalty status and the dance floor becomes your playground. Add to that some live jams with Davarj on bass and Luke McD on horn and you have a Smash Jam. Featuring Luke Mc D, with Special Guests from all over the world! For more information, stay tuned to the Events page or download the free Red Bennies app for... http://redbennies.com/events/1226 http://redbennies.com/events/1226 Tue, 19 Mar 2013 15:21:17 +1000 SMASH JAM Event Dates Friday, 19th Apr 2013 Event Overview . Smash Jam, the weekly mash up session where we smash disco into funk and fun into fever, Michael Jackson has never sounded so black, Prince hits royalty status and the dance floor becomes your playground. Add to that some live jams with Davarj on bass and Luke McD on horn and you have a Smash Jam. Featuring Luke Mc D, with Special Guests from all over the world! For more information, stay tuned to the Events page or download the free Red Bennies app for iPhone and Android from the App Store or Google Play. http://redbennies.com/events/smashe-jam http://redbennies.com/events/smashe-jam Tue, 19 Mar 2013 15:19:50 +1000 SMASHE JAM! Event Dates Friday, 12th Apr 2013 Event Overview . NOW WITH DDP INVASION!. This evening is a special understated smash jam, hosted by Luke McD and special guests. This is the one and only SMASHE JAM. LukeMcD takes the reigns, mashing disco into funk and fun into fever.. GASHE invades the house with 50 or so boomboxes from the Radio Rehab crew. Djs Danny Silver and Sea Pilot take on Smash Jam's best in a mashe up to the end. This night is a part of gashe's seven day arts / music / think tank festival: G:7. more info... http://redbennies.com/events/1224 http://redbennies.com/events/1224 Tue, 19 Mar 2013 15:18:24 +1000 SMASH JAM! Event Dates Friday, 5th Apr 2013 Event Overview . Smash Jam, the weekly mash up session where we smash disco into funk and fun into fever, Michael Jackson has never sounded so black, Prince hits royalty status and the dance floor becomes your playground. Add to that some live jams with Davarj on bass and Luke McD on horn and you have a Smash Jam. Featuring Luke Mc D, with Special Guests from all over the world! For more information, stay tuned to the Events page or download the free Red Bennies app for iPhone and Android from the App Store or Google Play. http://redbennies.com/events/1222 http://redbennies.com/events/1222 Tue, 19 Mar 2013 12:03:54 +1000 Autumn Follies Event Dates Saturday, 27th Apr 2013 Event Overview Autumn Follies!!! A playful romp of flirtation and fun! . Presented by Dolores Daiquiri and Sugar Blue Burlesque. . Now that summer has passed and the cool autumn nights have hit why not come and get a little warm with some Autumn tease and sizzling seduction! Come and see what will come out of the foliage! We dare you! . Featuring a delectable and cozy display of tease! . Two nights only. . Performers announced shortly. Dolores Daiquiri - Australia's Classic Tease Queen!. Known as ‘Australia’s Classic Tease Queen’, her acts combine graceful playfulness, sensuality and... http://redbennies.com/events/autumn-follies http://redbennies.com/events/autumn-follies Tue, 19 Mar 2013 12:01:41 +1000 Autumn Follies Event Dates Friday, 26th Apr 2013 Event Overview Autumn Follies!!! A playful romp of flirtation and fun! . Presented by Dolores Daiquiri and Sugar Blue Burlesque. . Now that summer has passed and the cool autumn nights have hit why not come and get a little warm with some Autumn tease and sizzling seduction! Come and see what will come out of the foliage! We dare you! . Featuring a delectable and cozy display of tease! . Two nights only. Dolores Daiquiri - Australia's Classic Tease Queen!. Known as ‘Australia’s Classic Tease Queen’, her acts combine graceful playfulness, sensuality and tease that will have you blushing in... http://redbennies.com/events/dj-lord-public-enemy http://redbennies.com/events/dj-lord-public-enemy Tue, 5 Mar 2013 15:00:53 +1000 DJ LORD (Public Enemy) Event Dates Friday, 22nd Mar 2013 Event Overview Lord Aswod, internationally know as DJ LORD , has been acknowledged for years in the competition circuit as one of the best turntablists in the world. . He is regarded amongst hip-hop royalty Grand Master Flash, Jam Master Jay, Mix Master Ice, and Jazzy Jeff. Recognizing their skill, LORD spent years honing his craft to raise his caliber amongst these renowned greats. After demonstrating his turntable expertise for members of one of Hip Hops immortal pioneer groups, Public Enemy, LORD stepped up to fill the shoes of their legendary DJ, Terminator X. . In 1999, LORD joined Public Enemy on... http://redbennies.com/events/big-top-saturdays http://redbennies.com/events/big-top-saturdays Tue, 5 Mar 2013 13:35:11 +1000 BIG TOP SATURDAYS Event Dates Saturday, 30th Mar 2013 Event Overview . The legendary BIGTOP Saturdays... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. BIGTOP Saturday steps it up a notch! . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest... http://redbennies.com/events/1218 http://redbennies.com/events/1218 Mon, 4 Mar 2013 17:50:06 +1000 Nude (Art / Dance / Burlesque / Circus) Event Dates Saturday, 8th Jun 2013 Event Overview . Nude is nude. It’s the context in which we view nudity that changes it from what it is; the human body. Recreated by ourselves, in many different cultures, in many different contexts, nudity has become humanity’s greatest cover up. Bought to you by Scarlett Productions and Red Bennies, Nude is a show about being nude. Or, more accurately, about not being allowed to be nude. Positioned within the realm of art, performance, social commentary and sex, Nude explores the tantalisingly thin boundaries between what is natural, artistic, overt, and shocking.... http://redbennies.com/events/1217 http://redbennies.com/events/1217 Mon, 4 Mar 2013 17:48:04 +1000 Nude (Art / Dance / Burlesque / Circus) Event Dates Friday, 7th Jun 2013 Event Overview . Nude is nude. It’s the context in which we view nudity that changes it from what it is; the human body. Recreated by ourselves, in many different cultures, in many different contexts, nudity has become humanity’s greatest cover up. Bought to you by Scarlett Productions and Red Bennies, Nude is a show about being nude. Or, more accurately, about not being allowed to be nude. Positioned within the realm of art, performance, social commentary and sex, Nude explores the tantalisingly thin boundaries between what is natural, artistic, overt, and shocking.... http://redbennies.com/events/1216 http://redbennies.com/events/1216 Mon, 4 Mar 2013 17:46:29 +1000 Nude (Art / Dance / Burlesque / Circus) Event Dates Saturday, 1st Jun 2013 Event Overview . Nude is nude. It’s the context in which we view nudity that changes it from what it is; the human body. Recreated by ourselves, in many different cultures, in many different contexts, nudity has become humanity’s greatest cover up. Bought to you by Scarlett Productions and Red Bennies, Nude is a show about being nude. Or, more accurately, about not being allowed to be nude. Positioned within the realm of art, performance, social commentary and sex, Nude explores the tantalisingly thin boundaries between what is natural, artistic, overt, and shocking.... http://redbennies.com/events/1215 http://redbennies.com/events/1215 Mon, 4 Mar 2013 17:45:07 +1000 Nude (Art / Dance / Burlesque / Circus) Event Dates Friday, 31st May 2013 Event Overview . Nude is nude. It’s the context in which we view nudity that changes it from what it is; the human body. Recreated by ourselves, in many different cultures, in many different contexts, nudity has become humanity’s greatest cover up. Bought to you by Scarlett Productions and Red Bennies, Nude is a show about being nude. Or, more accurately, about not being allowed to be nude. Positioned within the realm of art, performance, social commentary and sex, Nude explores the tantalisingly thin boundaries between what is natural, artistic, overt, and shocking.... http://redbennies.com/events/1214 http://redbennies.com/events/1214 Mon, 4 Mar 2013 17:41:51 +1000 Nude (Art / Dance / Burlesque / Circus) Event Dates Saturday, 25th May 2013 Event Overview http://redbennies.com/events/1213 http://redbennies.com/events/1213 Mon, 4 Mar 2013 17:40:15 +1000 Nude (Art / Dance / Burlesque / Circus) Event Dates Friday, 24th May 2013 Event Overview . Nude is nude. It’s the context in which we view nudity that changes it from what it is; the human body. Recreated by ourselves, in many different cultures, in many different contexts, nudity has become humanity’s greatest cover up. Bought to you by Scarlett Productions and Red Bennies, Nude is a show about being nude. Or, more accurately, about not being allowed to be nude. Positioned within the realm of art, performance, social commentary and sex, Nude explores the tantalisingly thin boundaries between what is natural, artistic, overt, and shocking.... http://redbennies.com/events/1212 http://redbennies.com/events/1212 Mon, 4 Mar 2013 17:38:37 +1000 Nude (Art / Dance / Burlesque / Circus) Event Dates Saturday, 18th May 2013 Event Overview . Nude is nude. It’s the context in which we view nudity that changes it from what it is; the human body. Recreated by ourselves, in many different cultures, in many different contexts, nudity has become humanity’s greatest cover up. Bought to you by Scarlett Productions and Red Bennies, Nude is a show about being nude. Or, more accurately, about not being allowed to be nude. Positioned within the realm of art, performance, social commentary and sex, Nude explores the tantalisingly thin boundaries between what is natural, artistic, overt, and shocking.... http://redbennies.com/events/nude-art--dance--burlesque--circus http://redbennies.com/events/nude-art--dance--burlesque--circus Mon, 4 Mar 2013 17:36:43 +1000 Nude (Art / Dance / Burlesque / Circus) Event Dates Friday, 17th May 2013 Event Overview . Nude is nude. It’s the context in which we view nudity that changes it from what it is; the human body. Recreated by ourselves, in many different cultures, in many different contexts, nudity has become humanity’s greatest cover up. Bought to you by Scarlett Productions and Red Bennies, Nude is a show about being nude. Or, more accurately, about not being allowed to be nude. Positioned within the realm of art, performance, social commentary and sex, Nude explores the tantalisingly thin boundaries between what is natural, artistic, overt, and shocking. The... http://redbennies.com/events/1210 http://redbennies.com/events/1210 Mon, 4 Mar 2013 17:32:50 +1000 Nude Event Dates Saturday, 11th May 2013 Event Overview . Nude is nude. It’s the context in which we view nudity that changes it from what it is; the human body. Recreated by ourselves, in many different cultures, in many different contexts, nudity has become humanity’s greatest cover up. Bought to you by Scarlett Productions and Red Bennies, Nude is a show about being nude. Or, more accurately, about not being allowed to be nude. Positioned within the realm of art, performance, social commentary and sex, Nude explores the tantalisingly thin boundaries between what is natural, artistic, overt, and shocking. The peak of... http://redbennies.com/events/1209 http://redbennies.com/events/1209 Sun, 3 Mar 2013 16:39:04 +1000 Untitled Event Event Dates Event Overview No content available. http://redbennies.com/events/nude http://redbennies.com/events/nude Sun, 3 Mar 2013 16:05:10 +1000 Nude Event Dates Friday, 10th May 2013 Event Overview . Nude is nude. It’s the context in which we view nudity that changes it from what it is; the human body. Recreated by ourselves, in many different cultures, in many different contexts, nudity has become humanity’s greatest cover up. Bought to you by Scarlett Productions and Red Bennies, Nude is a show about being nude. Or, more accurately, about not being allowed to be nude. Positioned within the realm of art, performance, social commentary and sex, Nude explores the tantalisingly thin boundaries between what is natural, artistic, overt, and shocking.... http://redbennies.com/events/firestone-amp-honey http://redbennies.com/events/firestone-amp-honey Fri, 1 Mar 2013 14:40:46 +1000 Firestone & Honey Event Dates Thursday, 4th Apr 2013 Event Overview Melbourne 5 Piece FIRESTONE & HONEY bring a ballsy Blues and Soul sound to Red Bennies, taking you on a journey through Chicago and the Mississippi Delta to deliver a power packed show, scaling the highs and lows of that old Southern sound. From the sweet, honeyed tones of lead singer Jana Firestone to the firey, dynamic energy of lead guitarist/vocalist Josh Blau and the band, you can be sure you will be up on your feet and howling for more. Passionate about playing the Blues and with influences such as B.B. King, Muddy Waters, Buddy Guy and Junior Wells, Firestone & Honey bring a... http://redbennies.com/events/1206 http://redbennies.com/events/1206 Fri, 1 Mar 2013 12:46:05 +1000 Cherry 2000: Android Burlesque Event Dates Saturday, 4th May 2013 Event Overview . . It's the year of 2017. The world has survived, but romance hasn't. The man of the future can find delightful, convenient love. The perfect wife, the ultimate lover. One obstacle remains...she may be an android. Cherry 2000: Android Burlesque, a tribute to the cult 1980s film Cherry 2000, brings to the stage the battle between real women and androids. Presented to you by Scarlett Productions in collaboration with Red Bennies, this Sci-Fi cult production will give you guns, girls and pyrotechnics. Join an outstanding cast as they celebrate the charm of Cherry 2000, in a movie... http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club---followed-by-dj-lord-public-enemy http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club---followed-by-dj-lord-public-enemy Thu, 28 Feb 2013 11:58:09 +1000 Kit Kat Club - followed by DJ Lord (Public Enemy) Event Dates Friday, 22nd Mar 2013 Event Overview Melbourne's premier burleque artists bring you a boundary breaking new format, KIT KAT CLUB BURLESQUE that will leave you on the edge of your seat and gasping for breath. A little bit twisted with lashings of raunch, Kit Kat Club Burlesque provides the best evening's entertainment available in Melbourne. So with cocktail in hand step into a hazy world where not everything is as it seems and rules were meant to be broken, where inhibition is left behind with the tug of a garter and toss of a glove. . LOU LE BELLE. The lovechild of your darkest one night... http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club---friday-march-29th http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club---friday-march-29th Thu, 28 Feb 2013 11:58:07 +1000 Kit Kat Club - Friday March 29th Event Dates Friday, 29th Mar 2013 Event Overview Melbourne's premier burleque artists bring you a boundary breaking new format, KIT KAT CLUB BURLESQUE that will leave you on the edge of your seat and gasping for breath. A little bit twisted with lashings of raunch, Kit Kat Club Burlesque provides the best evening's entertainment available in Melbourne. So with cocktail in hand step into a hazy world where not everything is as it seems and rules were meant to be broken, where inhibition is left behind with the tug of a garter and toss of a glove. . MIMI LA NOIRE. International Burlesque artiste,... http://redbennies.com/events/1203 http://redbennies.com/events/1203 Tue, 26 Feb 2013 16:47:08 +1000 An Awful Lot of Vaudeville Event Dates Saturday, 23rd Mar 2013 Event Overview ‘Roll Up! Roll Up! Ladies and Gentlemen’.... Red Bennies, Melbourne’s home of Circus, Vaudeville and Burlesque brings you an evening of vintage vaudevillian entertainment.. ‘An Awful Lot of Vaudeville’ brings together an all star cast of Australia’s premier performers and international guests alongside live musical acts! Prepare to be brought to the edge of your seat in astonishment, hilarity and seduction as your taken on a ride back to where it all began with classic illusionists, magicians, mimes, cabaret diva’s, burlesque beauties, high... http://redbennies.com/events/an-awful-lot-of-vaudeville http://redbennies.com/events/an-awful-lot-of-vaudeville Tue, 26 Feb 2013 16:45:09 +1000 An Awful Lot of Vaudeville Event Dates Saturday, 16th Mar 2013 Event Overview ‘Roll Up! Roll Up! Ladies and Gentlemen’.... Red Bennies, Melbourne’s home of Circus, Vaudeville and Burlesque brings you an evening of vintage vaudevillian entertainment.. ‘An Awful Lot of Vaudeville’ brings together an all star cast of Australia’s premier performers and international guests alongside live musical acts! Prepare to be brought to the edge of your seat in astonishment, hilarity and seduction as your taken on a ride back to where it all began with classic illusionists, magicians, mimes, cabaret diva’s, burlesque beauties, high... http://redbennies.com/events/1200 http://redbennies.com/events/1200 Tue, 26 Feb 2013 16:01:45 +1000 Smash Jam Event Dates Friday, 29th Mar 2013 Event Overview Every Friday. 10:30pm. $15 entry or email luke@thebridgesouthwharf.com for guestlist. Featuring DJs.. LUKE McD and jamsters.. Smash Jam, the weekly mash up session where we smash disco into funk and fun into fever, Michael Jackson has never sounded so black, Prince hits royalty status and the dance floor becomes your playground. Add to that some live jams with Davarj on bass and Luke McD on horn and you have a Smash Jam. Featuring Luke Mc D, with Special Guests from all over the world! For more information, stay tuned to the Events page or download the free Red Bennies app for iPhone... http://redbennies.com/events/1198 http://redbennies.com/events/1198 Tue, 26 Feb 2013 15:53:00 +1000 SMASH JAM Event Dates Friday, 8th Mar 2013 Event Overview Every Friday. 10:30pm. $15 entry or email luke@thebridgesouthwharf.com for guestlist. Featuring DJs.. LUKE McD and jamsters.. Smash Jam, the weekly mash up session where we smash disco into funk and fun into fever, Michael Jackson has never sounded so black, Prince hits royalty status and the dance floor becomes your playground. Add to that some live jams with Davarj on bass and Luke McD on horn and you have a Smash Jam. Featuring Luke Mc D, with Special Guests from all over the world! For more information, stay tuned to the Events page or download the free Red Bennies app for... http://redbennies.com/events/white-tree-band http://redbennies.com/events/white-tree-band Tue, 26 Feb 2013 15:39:19 +1000 White Tree Band Event Dates Thursday, 21st Mar 2013 Event Overview The White Tree Band is a collective of Melbourne’s most talented musicians. . They perform at weddings, corporate events, birthdays, batmitzvahs…and we’re pretty sure there has been a funeral in there at some point. We know what you’re thinking…It’s a daggy cover band that plays Brown Eyed Girl, Jessie’s Girl, Dancing Queen and all of the above. Well yes, the odd tune in that category does sneak it’s way in, but The White Tree also rocks the modern pop, funk, jazz and soul tunes that we all dig, and plays the classics with a 9 piece line... http://redbennies.com/events/1196 http://redbennies.com/events/1196 Tue, 26 Feb 2013 15:09:20 +1000 Smash Jam Event Dates Friday, 1st Mar 2013 Event Overview Every Friday. 10:30pm. $15 entry or email luke@thebridgesouthwharf.com for guestlist. Featuring DJs.. LUKE McD and jamsters.. Smash Jam, the weekly mash up session where we smash disco into funk and fun into fever, Michael Jackson has never sounded so black, Prince hits royalty status and the dance floor becomes your playground. Add to that some live jams with Davarj on bass and Luke McD on horn and you have a Smash Jam. Featuring Luke Mc D, with Special Guests from all over the world! For more information, stay tuned to the Events page or download the free Red Bennies app for iPhone... http://redbennies.com/events/1195 http://redbennies.com/events/1195 Tue, 26 Feb 2013 11:53:16 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - ALL MALE REVUE Event Dates Sunday, 3rd Mar 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/cherry-2000-android-burlesque http://redbennies.com/events/cherry-2000-android-burlesque Fri, 15 Feb 2013 20:25:18 +1000 Cherry 2000: Android Burlesque Event Dates Friday, 3rd May 2013 Event Overview . It's the year of 2017. The world has survived, but romance hasn't. The man of the future can find delightful, convenient love. The perfect wife, the ultimate lover. One obstacle remains...she may be an android. Cherry 2000: Android Burlesque, a tribute to the cult 1980s film Cherry 2000, brings to the stage the battle between real women and androids. Presented to you by Scarlett Productions in collaboration with Red Bennies, this Sci-Fi cult production will give you guns, girls and pyrotechnics. Join an outstanding cast as they celebrate the charm of Cherry 2000, in a movie... http://redbennies.com/events/herb-armstrong-and-the-royal-street-crew http://redbennies.com/events/herb-armstrong-and-the-royal-street-crew Thu, 14 Feb 2013 13:12:26 +1000 HERB ARMSTRONG and The Royal Street Crew Event Dates Thursday, 16th May 2013 Event Overview STONNINGTON JAZZ FESTIVAL. . Jazz singer Herb Armstrong is truly larger than life. He is a big man with an even bigger voice. . Born and bred in New Orleans, Herb lived the dream of performing the infamous Bourbon St and French Quarter clubs as a daily reality. Sharing stages with Bobby Womack, Missy Elliot and the Neville Brothers, Herb has performed in US, Canada and Australia, including the prestigious entertainment capital of the world, Las Vegas in US. He now lives in Brisbane. . Herb performs the music and memories of his grandfather, the late great Louis Armstrong and the infectious... http://redbennies.com/events/this-is-jonny-woo---a-stand-up-evening-in-cabaret http://redbennies.com/events/this-is-jonny-woo---a-stand-up-evening-in-cabaret Tue, 12 Feb 2013 15:08:59 +1000 THIS IS JONNY WOO - A Stand Up Evening In Cabaret Event Dates Thursday, 7th Mar 2013 Event Overview Jonny Woo, 'Tranny Superstar' and one of London's pioneering cabaret artists, showcases his best material in Melbourne for one night only. Multi-talented, he mixes off the cuff humour with surreal storytelling and word play, anthemic club hits and rap, electric physicality and stunning costumes. Credited with taking alternative drag to the mainstream, with his beard and high heels, he challenges ideas on gender, sings from the heart and takes you into his night club underworld where nothing is taboo. . Woo cut his teeth in New York and developed his unique approach to drag in London, carving... http://redbennies.com/events/gay-bingo http://redbennies.com/events/gay-bingo Tue, 12 Feb 2013 15:05:01 +1000 GAY BINGO Event Dates Wednesday, 6th Mar 2013 Event Overview JONNY WOO & THE HOT MESS TRANNIES. What can be said about the phenomenon that is GAY BINGO? Smashing on to the London scene in 2004, Jonny Woo created a way of calling bingo numbers never seen before. Anarchic, hilarious, surreal, absurd and obscene. . Gay Bingo was never for the faint hearted. Funny then that it has managed to run for 8 years and been the chosen entertainment for everything from celebrity weddings, birthdays and Selfridges Centenary celebrations. Part Bingo, part improvised cabaret, part lip-synch, one big party. It must be seen to be believed. . Jonny Woo hosts and... http://redbennies.com/events/carnie-carnage-wrestling-feat-dj-lord-public-enemy http://redbennies.com/events/carnie-carnage-wrestling-feat-dj-lord-public-enemy Tue, 12 Feb 2013 13:55:57 +1000 CARNIE CARNAGE Wrestling feat. DJ LORD (Public Enemy) Event Dates Thursday, 28th Mar 2013 Event Overview . Jesus vs Judas. Headline showdown vs Easter Bunny. We'll have it all.. The Easter Wrestling showdown at Red Bennies is coming.. featuring key matchups.... ADAM BROOKS & KRACKERJAK vs. HARD WAY INC. GINO GAMBINO vs. TOMMY HELLFIRE*CARD SUBJECT TO CHANGE*Wrestling followed by Public Enemy's DJ LORD!With support from DJ Mike GurrieriTHE WRESTLERSNAME: Adam Brooks. AKA: Brooksy. SIGNATURE MOVES: The Brainbuster. BIO: Since debuting in 2010, Adam Brooks has become "the" guy to watch out for. With an incredible aerial wrestling style, the man also has a mean streak, and could lash out at... http://redbennies.com/events/sugarskull- http://redbennies.com/events/sugarskull- Tue, 12 Feb 2013 12:23:09 +1000 SUGARSKULL Event Dates Friday, 1st Mar 2013 Event Overview Bands, Burlesque and rocking DJs playing swingin tunes from the darkside! With stunning performances from Kerry X, Dallas Vandal and more TBA, live music from local psychobilly stars Firebird followed by DJs Lobotomy (Cabaret Nocturne) and Peter Rollins (Psychonaut).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . KERRYX. Kerryx is a sizzling and sensual bombshell waiting to be uncovered (literally!). Her style of Burlesque Noir has an alluring and sensual flair that will leave hearts pumping, pulses racing and imaginations running wild. Join Kerryx as she takes you on a journey through the... http://redbennies.com/events/1183 http://redbennies.com/events/1183 Tue, 12 Feb 2013 12:16:35 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - ALL MALE REVUE Event Dates Sunday, 31st Mar 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/1182 http://redbennies.com/events/1182 Tue, 12 Feb 2013 12:14:45 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - ALL MALE REVUE Event Dates Sunday, 24th Mar 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/1181 http://redbennies.com/events/1181 Tue, 12 Feb 2013 12:13:13 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - ALL MALE REVUE Event Dates Sunday, 17th Mar 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/summerginge13 http://redbennies.com/events/summerginge13 Tue, 5 Feb 2013 15:33:51 +1000 SummerGinge'13 Event Dates Saturday, 23rd Feb 2013 Event Overview R.A.N.G.A presents SummerGinge '13, raise money to help wild orangutans. Embrace your inner ginge - Natural, dyed or wig - Hair must be red! More info TBA soon! . WWW.RANGA.NET.AU . R.A.N.G.A. = Redhead And Nearly Ginger Association. In a night celebrating the Blood Nut and the Fire Crotch see Circlesque Superstar, THE STRAWBERRY SIREN, seductive beauty, SCARLETT, ginger Tap duo EDEN READ & HANNAH STARLING plus loads more in a night of Circus, Burlesque and Music! THE STRAWBERRY SIREN. The Strawberry Siren Stands out with her good looks and peculiar but hypnotic brand of Burlesque... http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree-sat-march-30 http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree-sat-march-30 Tue, 5 Feb 2013 15:16:03 +1000 JAMBOREE SAT MARCH 30 Event Dates Saturday, 30th Mar 2013 Event Overview . The most anticipated home for RnB/ OLD SKOOL has finally arrived, for those that have anticipated a blend of Old Skool/RnB amongst the opulence of a fine establishment with a mature following, Welcome to your new Saturday home - JAMBOREE. Every Saturday! Finally a room dedicated to the good life of Old Skool,90s Soul, RnB & New Jack with a touch 70s funk! . Jamboree will stage and showcase international artist live on a regular basis. Melbourne’s best DJ PLAYING TRACKS FROM ARTISTS LIKE:. Blackstreet, Donell Jones, Michael Jackson, BBD, Stevie Wonder, TLC, Lionel... http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree---feat-dj-lord-public-enemy http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree---feat-dj-lord-public-enemy Tue, 5 Feb 2013 15:15:00 +1000 JAMBOREE - FEAT. DJ LORD! (Public Enemy) Event Dates Saturday, 23rd Mar 2013 Event Overview . The most anticipated home for RnB/ OLD SKOOL has finally arrived, for those that have anticipated a blend of Old Skool/RnB amongst the opulence of a fine establishment with a mature following, Welcome to your new Saturday home - JAMBOREE. This special week we welcome Public Enemy's DJ LORD! He'll be gracing the Red Bennies decks alongside our top Jamboree residents. DJ LORDLord Aswod, internationally know as DJ LORD , has been acknowledged for years in the competition circuit as one of the best turntablists in the world. . He is regarded amongst hip-hop royalty Grand Master... http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree-sat-march-16 http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree-sat-march-16 Tue, 5 Feb 2013 15:13:41 +1000 JAMBOREE SAT MARCH 16 Event Dates Saturday, 16th Mar 2013 Event Overview . The most anticipated home for RnB/ OLD SKOOL has finally arrived, for those that have anticipated a blend of Old Skool/RnB amongst the opulence of a fine establishment with a mature following, Welcome to your new Saturday home - JAMBOREE. Every Saturday! Finally a room dedicated to the good life of Old Skool,90s Soul, RnB & New Jack with a touch 70s funk! . Jamboree will stage and showcase international artist live on a regular basis. Melbourne’s best DJ PLAYING TRACKS FROM ARTISTS LIKE:. Blackstreet, Donell Jones, Michael Jackson, BBD, Stevie Wonder, TLC, Lionel... http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree-sat-march-9---studio-54 http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree-sat-march-9---studio-54 Tue, 5 Feb 2013 15:11:54 +1000 JAMBOREE SAT MARCH 9 - STUDIO 54 Event Dates Saturday, 9th Mar 2013 Event Overview The most anticipated home for RnB/ OLD SKOOL has finally arrived, for those that have anticipated a blend of Old Skool/RnB amongst the opulence of a fine establishment with a mature following, Welcome to your new Saturday home - JAMBOREE. Every Saturday! Finally a room dedicated to the good life of Old Skool,90s Soul, RnB & New Jack with a touch 70s funk! . Jamboree will stage and showcase international artist live on a regular basis. Melbourne’s best DJ PLAYING TRACKS FROM ARTISTS LIKE:. Blackstreet, Donell Jones, Michael Jackson, BBD, Stevie Wonder, TLC, Lionel Ritchie,... http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree-sat-march-2 http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree-sat-march-2 Tue, 5 Feb 2013 15:08:43 +1000 JAMBOREE SAT MARCH 2 Event Dates Saturday, 2nd Mar 2013 Event Overview . The most anticipated home for RnB/ OLD SKOOL has finally arrived, for those that have anticipated a blend of Old Skool/RnB amongst the opulence of a fine establishment with a mature following, Welcome to your new Saturday home - JAMBOREE. Every Saturday! Finally a room dedicated to the good life of Old Skool,90s Soul, RnB & New Jack with a touch 70s funk! . Jamboree will stage and showcase international artist live on a regular basis. Melbourne’s best DJ PLAYING TRACKS FROM ARTISTS LIKE:. Blackstreet, Donell Jones, Michael Jackson, BBD, Stevie Wonder, TLC, ... http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree-sat-feb-23 http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree-sat-feb-23 Tue, 5 Feb 2013 15:04:13 +1000 JAMBOREE SAT FEB 23 Event Dates Saturday, 23rd Feb 2013 Event Overview . The most anticipated home for RnB/ OLD SKOOL has finally arrived, for those that have anticipated a blend of Old Skool/RnB amongst the opulence of a fine establishment with a mature following, Welcome to your new Saturday home - JAMBOREE. Every Saturday! Finally a room dedicated to the good life of Old Skool,90s Soul, RnB & New Jack with a touch 70s funk! . Jamboree will stage and showcase international artist live on a regular basis. Melbourne’s best DJ PLAYING TRACKS FROM ARTISTS LIKE:. Blackstreet, Donell Jones, Michael Jackson, BBD, Stevie Wonder, TLC, ... http://redbennies.com/events/1173 http://redbennies.com/events/1173 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 22:28:35 +1000 The Great Gondos Variety Show Event Dates Saturday, 13th Apr 2013 Event Overview See the highly skilled antics of variety circus stars Daniel Oldaker & Rani Huszar in a side-splitting physical comedy of romantic blunders where beautiful moments collide with absurd chaos. . Be amused, bemused and amazed as these two eccentric characters create hilarious mayhem complete with ridiculous duo juggling, mind blowing body bending and a stunt that involves Rani Huszar folding and squeezing her entire body into a small see thru box no bigger than a fish tank whilst Daniel Oldaker executes a handstand on the top. This is just one of the many variety routines you will witness... http://redbennies.com/events/1172 http://redbennies.com/events/1172 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 22:18:54 +1000 The Great Gondos Variety Show Event Dates Friday, 12th Apr 2013 Event Overview See the highly skilled antics of variety circus stars Daniel Oldaker & Rani Huszar in a side-splitting physical comedy of romantic blunders where beautiful moments collide with absurd chaos. . Be amused, bemused and amazed as these two eccentric characters create hilarious mayhem complete with ridiculous duo juggling, mind blowing body bending and a stunt that involves Rani Huszar folding and squeezing her entire body into a small see thru box no bigger than a fish tank whilst Daniel Oldaker executes a handstand on the top. This is just one of the many variety routines you will... http://redbennies.com/events/1171 http://redbennies.com/events/1171 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 21:57:29 +1000 The Great Gondos Variety Show Event Dates Saturday, 6th Apr 2013 Event Overview See the highly skilled antics of variety circus stars Daniel Oldaker & Rani Huszar in a side-splitting physical comedy of romantic blunders where beautiful moments collide with absurd chaos. . Be amused, bemused and amazed as these two eccentric characters create hilarious mayhem complete with ridiculous duo juggling, mind blowing body bending and a stunt that involves Rani Huszar folding and squeezing her entire body into a small see thru box no bigger than a fish tank whilst Daniel Oldaker executes a handstand on the top. This is just one of the many variety routines you will... http://redbennies.com/events/the-great-gondos-variety-show http://redbennies.com/events/the-great-gondos-variety-show Thu, 31 Jan 2013 21:25:25 +1000 The Great Gondos Variety Show Event Dates Friday, 5th Apr 2013 Event Overview See the highly skilled antics of variety circus stars Daniel Oldaker & Rani Huszar in a side-splitting physical comedy of romantic blunders where beautiful moments collide with absurd chaos. . Be amused, bemused and amazed as these two eccentric characters create hilarious mayhem complete with ridiculous duo juggling, mind blowing body bending and a stunt that involves Rani Huszar folding and squeezing her entire body into a small see thru box no bigger than a fish tank whilst Daniel Oldaker executes a handstand on the top. This is just one of the many variety routines you will... http://redbennies.com/events/burlesque-or-bust---get-us-to-london http://redbennies.com/events/burlesque-or-bust---get-us-to-london Thu, 31 Jan 2013 13:23:24 +1000 Burlesque or Bust - Get us to London! Event Dates Sunday, 10th Feb 2013 Event Overview We need you. Celebrate Valentine’s Day by giving us some love! Sapphira’s Showgirls ‘Burlesque or Bust’ Tour is putting on a fundraiser. We are hitching up our fishnets to raise money to get our group to London representing Australian burlesque but we’re not stopping there. We are using our best assets to help fellow Aussies. Yes, we will be shaking our tail feathers to help the Queensland flood victims, donating a portion of our profits raised to charity. Australia’s renowned artist, Charles Billich is lending his hand to the cause, making a rare... http://redbennies.com/events/cherry-2000---android-burlesque http://redbennies.com/events/cherry-2000---android-burlesque Thu, 31 Jan 2013 12:09:54 +1000 Cherry 2000 - Android Burlesque Event Dates Sunday, 10th Mar 2013 Event Overview . . It's the year of 2017. The world has survived, but romance hasn't. The man of the future can find delightful, convenient love. The perfect wife, the ultimate lover. One obstacle remains...she may be an android. Cherry 2000: Android Burlesque, a tribute to the cult 1980s film Cherry 2000, brings to the stage the battle between real women and androids. Presented to you by Scarlett Productions in collaboration with Red Bennies, this Sci-Fi cult production will give you guns, girls and pyrotechnics. Join an outstanding cast as they celebrate the charm of Cherry 2000, in a movie length... http://redbennies.com/events/burlesque-54---a-disco-fantasy http://redbennies.com/events/burlesque-54---a-disco-fantasy Thu, 31 Jan 2013 11:40:57 +1000 Burlesque 54 - A Disco Fantasy Event Dates Saturday, 9th Mar 2013 Event Overview This Labour Day long weekend (March 8 & 9) Sina King Presents proudly brings to life the highly-anticipated fusion of old-school disco and jaw-dropping burlesque with 'BURLESQUE 54'. . . Take a step into a world where celebrity and stars of the stage mix with the best party cats in town. In memory of the world famous NYC club Studio 54 (1977 - 1981), come dressed to impress or regress; think disco-glam meets anything goes. There will be an open dance floor, live fantasy entertainment, mirror balls, burlesque a-plenty, 'The 54' cocktail, the best disco DJ's in... http://redbennies.com/events/sina-kings-burlesque-54 http://redbennies.com/events/sina-kings-burlesque-54 Wed, 30 Jan 2013 13:20:46 +1000 Sina Kings: Burlesque 54 Event Dates Friday, 8th Mar 2013 Event Overview . This Labour Day long weekend (March 8 & 9) Sina King Presents proudly brings to life the highly-anticipated fusion of old-school disco and jaw-dropping burlesque with 'BURLESQUE 54'. . . Take a step into a world where celebrity and stars of the stage mix with the best party cats in town. In memory of the world famous NYC club Studio 54 (1977 - 1981), come dressed to impress or regress; think disco-glam meets anything goes. There will be an open dance floor, live fantasy entertainment, mirror balls, burlesque a-plenty, 'The 54' cocktail, the best disco DJ's in... http://redbennies.com/events/white-tree-swing-band http://redbennies.com/events/white-tree-swing-band Tue, 29 Jan 2013 16:35:00 +1000 White Tree Swing Band Event Dates Thursday, 21st Feb 2013 Event Overview The White Tree Band is a collective of Melbourne’s most talented musicians. . They perform at weddings, corporate events, birthdays, batmitzvahs…and we’re pretty sure there has been a funeral in there at some point. We know what you’re thinking…It’s a daggy cover band that plays Brown Eyed Girl, Jessie’s Girl, Dancing Queen and all of the above. Well yes, the odd tune in that category does sneak it’s way in, but The White Tree also rocks the modern pop, funk, jazz and soul tunes that we all dig, and plays the classics with a 9 piece line up... http://redbennies.com/events/1163 http://redbennies.com/events/1163 Tue, 29 Jan 2013 16:25:23 +1000 Kit Kat Club Burlesque Event Dates Friday, 15th Feb 2013 Event Overview Melbourne's premier burleque artists bring you a boundary breaking new format, KIT KAT CLUB BURLESQUE that will leave you on the edge of your seat and gasping for breath. A little bit twisted with lashings of raunch, Kit Kat Club Burlesque provides the best evening's entertainment available in Melbourne. So with cocktail in hand step into a hazy world where not everything is as it seems and rules were meant to be broken, where inhibition is left behind with the tug of a garter and toss of a glove. . . KYLIE KOYOTE (USA). Kylie Koyote hails from the beauty of the... http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---feat-bareback-titty-squad http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---feat-bareback-titty-squad Tue, 29 Jan 2013 16:22:00 +1000 SMASH JAM! - Feat. BAREBACK TITTY SQUAD Event Dates Friday, 15th Feb 2013 Event Overview Every Friday. 10:30pm. $15 entry or email luke@thebridgesouthwharf.com for guestlist. Featuring DJs.. LUKE McD and jamsters.. Smash Jam, the weekly mash up session where we smash disco into funk and fun into fever, Michael Jackson has never sounded so black, Prince hits royalty status and the dance floor becomes your playground. Add to that some live jams with Davarj on bass and Luke McD on horn and you have a Smash Jam. Featuring Luke Mc D, with Special Guests from all over the world! For more information, stay tuned to the Events page or download the free Red Bennies app for iPhone... http://redbennies.com/events/1161 http://redbennies.com/events/1161 Tue, 29 Jan 2013 16:20:46 +1000 SMASH JAM! Event Dates Friday, 8th Feb 2013 Event Overview Every Friday. 10:30pm. $15 entry or email luke@thebridgesouthwharf.com for guestlist. Featuring DJs.. LUKE McD and jamsters.. Smash Jam, the weekly mash up session where we smash disco into funk and fun into fever, Michael Jackson has never sounded so black, Prince hits royalty status and the dance floor becomes your playground. Add to that some live jams with Davarj on bass and Luke McD on horn and you have a Smash Jam. Featuring Luke Mc D, with Special Guests from all over the world! For more information, stay tuned to the Events page or download the free Red Bennies app for iPhone... http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam Tue, 29 Jan 2013 16:18:39 +1000 SMASH JAM! Event Dates Friday, 1st Feb 2013 Event Overview Every Friday. 10:30pm. $15 entry or email luke@thebridgesouthwharf.com for guestlist. Featuring DJs.. LUKE McD and jamsters.. Smash Jam, the weekly mash up session where we smash disco into funk and fun into fever, Michael Jackson has never sounded so black, Prince hits royalty status and the dance floor becomes your playground. Add to that some live jams with Davarj on bass and Luke McD on horn and you have a Smash Jam. Featuring Luke Mc D, with Special Guests from all over the world! For more information, stay tuned to the Events page or download the free Red Bennies app for iPhone and... http://redbennies.com/events/1159 http://redbennies.com/events/1159 Tue, 29 Jan 2013 15:56:17 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - ALL MALE REVUE Event Dates Sunday, 7th Apr 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/1158 http://redbennies.com/events/1158 Tue, 29 Jan 2013 15:52:27 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - ALL MALE REVUE Event Dates Sunday, 24th Feb 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/1157 http://redbennies.com/events/1157 Tue, 29 Jan 2013 15:51:10 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - ALL MALE REVUE Event Dates Sunday, 17th Feb 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/1156 http://redbennies.com/events/1156 Tue, 29 Jan 2013 15:48:20 +1000 Magic Night - All Male Revue Event Dates Sunday, 10th Feb 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/1155 http://redbennies.com/events/1155 Tue, 29 Jan 2013 15:03:23 +1000 Kate Middleton Show Queen - Melbourne Int. Comedy Festival Event Dates Saturday, 20th Apr 2013 Event Overview KATE MIDDLETON SHOW QUEEN and AN AWFUL LOT OF VAUDEVILLE - Comedy double bill of Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2013.. The Duchess of Cambridge is attending Red Bennies via a lookalike.... . What is it like to be Kate Middleton, The Duchess of Cambridge: cultural icon? Kate’s too classy to tell, but her lookalike, a ‘wanna be’ stand up comedian Katie isn’t… . Kate Middleton Show Queen is a one-woman comic play with stand up comedy that is written, produced and performed by Katie Reddin-Clancy. Kate Middleton and her lookalikes are front-page news.... http://redbennies.com/events/kate-middleton-show-queen---melbourne-int-comedy-festival http://redbennies.com/events/kate-middleton-show-queen---melbourne-int-comedy-festival Tue, 29 Jan 2013 14:57:12 +1000 Kate Middleton Show Queen - Melbourne Int. Comedy Festival Event Dates Friday, 19th Apr 2013 Event Overview KATE MIDDLETON SHOW QUEEN and AN AWFUL LOT OF VAUDEVILLE - Comedy double bill of Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2013.. The Duchess of Cambridge is attending Red Bennies via a lookalike.... . What is it like to be Kate Middleton, The Duchess of Cambridge: cultural icon? Kate’s too classy to tell, but her lookalike, a ‘wanna be’ stand up comedian Katie isn’t… . Kate Middleton Show Queen is a one-woman comic play with stand up comedy that is written, produced and performed by Katie Reddin-Clancy. Kate Middleton and her lookalikes are front-page news. This... http://redbennies.com/events/dj-david-morales http://redbennies.com/events/dj-david-morales Tue, 22 Jan 2013 17:21:28 +1000 DJ David Morales Event Dates Friday, 22nd Feb 2013 Event Overview . There’s no bigger name in house music than David Morales..Internationally acclaimed Grammy-winning house music DJ and producer. In addition to his production and DJ work, Morales is one of the most prolific remixers of all time.. Novel & Red Bennies proudly present DAVID MORALES for an intimate, up, close & personal exclusive Melbourne performance. . The special event is limited to 250 tickets. http://www.wearenovel.com.au/social/upcoming/david-morales/. . Support by Shane Copal and others.. . . . David Morales. David Morales is a true vanguard in the world of... http://redbennies.com/events/1152 http://redbennies.com/events/1152 Tue, 22 Jan 2013 12:09:49 +1000 The Summer Starlight Soiree Event Dates Saturday, 9th Feb 2013 Event Overview Enjoy a fantastical Summer evening of the finest burlesque and circus. Weeping Willows, French Maids, Burlesque Space Adventures and Summer cocktails to celebrate the long evening. MIMI LENOIRE . International Burlesque artiste, true vintage beauty, aerial hoop extraordinaire, Miss Mimi Le Noire is a delicious cocktail of sensual dancer and a glamour diva of 1950’s. Mimi began her career as an international ballroom dancer and was representing Russia and Italy all around the globe. She was trained by the best dance teachers in the World and created her own, unique style of... http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree-sat-feb-9 http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree-sat-feb-9 Tue, 22 Jan 2013 12:02:31 +1000 JAMBOREE SAT FEB 9 Event Dates Saturday, 9th Feb 2013 Event Overview . The most anticipated home for RnB/ OLD SKOOL has finally arrived, for those that have anticipated a blend of Old Skool/RnB amongst the opulence of a fine establishment with a mature following, Welcome to your new Saturday home - JAMBOREE. Every Saturday! Finally a room dedicated to the good life of Old Skool,90s Soul, RnB & New Jack with a touch 70s funk! . Jamboree will stage and showcase international artist live on a regular basis. Melbourne’s best DJ PLAYING TRACKS FROM ARTISTS LIKE:. Blackstreet, Donell Jones, Michael Jackson, BBD, Stevie Wonder, TLC, ... http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree-sat-feb-2 http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree-sat-feb-2 Tue, 22 Jan 2013 11:58:47 +1000 JAMBOREE SAT FEB 2 Event Dates Saturday, 2nd Feb 2013 Event Overview . The most anticipated home for RnB/ OLD SKOOL has finally arrived, for those that have anticipated a blend of Old Skool/RnB amongst the opulence of a fine establishment with a mature following, Welcome to your new Saturday home - JAMBOREE. Every Saturday! Finally a room dedicated to the good life of Old Skool,90s Soul, RnB & New Jack with a touch 70s funk! . Jamboree will stage and showcase international artist live on a regular basis. Melbourne’s best DJ PLAYING TRACKS FROM ARTISTS LIKE:. Blackstreet, Donell Jones, Michael Jackson, BBD, Stevie Wonder, TLC, Lionel... http://redbennies.com/events/the-summer-starlight-soiree http://redbennies.com/events/the-summer-starlight-soiree Fri, 18 Jan 2013 14:16:05 +1000 The Summer Starlight Soiree Event Dates Friday, 8th Feb 2013 Event Overview Enjoy a fantastical Summer evening of the finest burlesque and circus. Weeping Willows, French Maids, Burlesque Space Adventures and Summer cocktails to celebrate the long evening. MIMI LENOIRE . International Burlesque artiste, true vintage beauty, aerial hoop extraordinaire, Miss Mimi Le Noire is a delicious cocktail of sensual dancer and a glamour diva of 1950’s. Mimi began her career as an international ballroom dancer and was representing Russia and Italy all around the globe. She was trained by the best dance teachers in the World and created her own, unique style of burlesque... http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree-tiki-party- http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree-tiki-party- Thu, 17 Jan 2013 14:24:32 +1000 Jamboree 'TIKI PARTY' Event Dates Saturday, 16th Feb 2013 Event Overview . It's tiki time! Red Bennies in association with c4 promotions present a spectacular beach-themed night so authentic you'll smell the sea breeze. Imagine yourself on a tropical island with cocktails in hand, and warm sunshine beating down upon you. Island fun, good tunes, great crew. Come to the Jamboree 'Tiki Party' at Red Bennies, Saturday February 16th. This event is proudly sponsored by CRUZAN RUM. We have $10 Mai Tai specials all night long. And a special competition - wearer of the craziest Hawaiian T-shirt wins a bottle of rum to enjoy at the next Red Bennies show of their choice..... http://redbennies.com/events/awful-lot-of-vaudeville http://redbennies.com/events/awful-lot-of-vaudeville Thu, 17 Jan 2013 13:19:25 +1000 Awful Lot of Vaudeville Event Dates Saturday, 2nd Mar 2013 Event Overview ‘Roll Up! Roll Up! Ladies and Gentlemen’.... Red Bennies, Melbourne’s home of Circus, Vaudeville and Burlesque brings you an evening of vintage vaudevillian entertainment.. ‘An Awful Lot of Vaudeville’ brings together an all star cast of Australia’s premier performers and international guests alongside live musical acts! Prepare to be brought to the edge of your seat in astonishment, hilarity and seduction as your taken on a ride back to where it all began with classic illusionists, magicians, mimes, cabaret diva’s, burlesque beauties, high flying... http://redbennies.com/events/lovely-set-of-lungs http://redbennies.com/events/lovely-set-of-lungs Tue, 8 Jan 2013 16:28:47 +1000 Lovely Set of Lungs Event Dates Friday, 22nd Feb 2013 Event Overview It has always been music that enchants the heart, makes you move, and makes something deep inside you quiver in just the right way. . Four of Melbourne most talented burlesque performers will be singing their lungs out, to entertain and enrich your Friday night. . Following their dazzling songstress skills, some to be witnessed for the first time, we can all enjoy these same four girls doing what they do best, the art of tease, Burlesque. . See the red hot gem that is Jasper Jewel. The ivory skinned, ebony haired temptress; Bella De Jac. The voice of whiskey cream; Jessamae St James. The awe... http://redbennies.com/events/steam-up-iii http://redbennies.com/events/steam-up-iii Tue, 8 Jan 2013 15:47:33 +1000 Steam Up III Event Dates Friday, 15th Mar 2013 Event Overview . Steam Up Melbourne’s Premier Steampunk Extravaganza . Do you hear that? The sound of wiring gears and gushing steam. It is time once again to herald the return of Captain Alexander. The return of the Jedi of the skies. The king of the clouds. The return of Steam up to the red bennies stage. Time to once again dawn your top hats and fascinators. Shine up your old brown shoes, put on a brand new shirt. Polish your brass and gold. Steam Up is the premier steampunk cabaret extravaganza. Magic, burlesque, circus, vaudeville and cabaret. Captain Alexander and Oscar Sonnet have scoured the... http://redbennies.com/events/1142 http://redbennies.com/events/1142 Tue, 8 Jan 2013 12:30:15 +1000 Magic Night - All Male Revue Event Dates Sunday, 27th Jan 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/1140 http://redbennies.com/events/1140 Mon, 31 Dec 2012 16:23:28 +1000 Awful Lot of Vaudeville (Big Top) Event Dates Saturday, 12th Jan 2013 Event Overview . ‘Roll Up! Roll Up! Ladies and Gentlemen’.... Red Bennies, Melbourne’s home of Circus, Vaudeville and Burlesque brings you an evening of vintage vaudevillian entertainment.. ‘An Awful Lot of Vaudeville’ brings together an all star cast of Australia’s premier performers and international guests alongside live musical acts! Prepare to be brought to the edge of your seat in astonishment, hilarity and seduction as your taken on a ride back to where it all began with classic illusionists, magicians, mimes, cabaret diva’s, burlesque beauties, high flying... http://redbennies.com/events/awful-lot-of-vaudeville-big-top http://redbennies.com/events/awful-lot-of-vaudeville-big-top Mon, 31 Dec 2012 16:18:49 +1000 Awful Lot of Vaudeville (Big Top) Event Dates Saturday, 5th Jan 2013 Event Overview . ‘Roll Up! Roll Up! Ladies and Gentlemen’.... Red Bennies, Melbourne’s home of Circus, Vaudeville and Burlesque brings you an evening of vintage vaudevillian entertainment. ‘An Awful Lot of Vaudeville’ brings together an all star cast of Australia’s premier performers and international guests alongside live musical acts! Prepare to be brought to the edge of your seat in astonishment, hilarity and seduction as your taken on a ride back to where it all began with classic illusionists, magicians, mimes, cabaret diva’s, burlesque beauties, high flying... http://redbennies.com/events/1134 http://redbennies.com/events/1134 Mon, 31 Dec 2012 15:03:42 +1000 BENT BURLESQUE - Premier Event of Midsumma 2013 Event Dates Saturday, 19th Jan 2013 Event Overview . The benders are back!. An action-packed night showcasing Australia's best vajazzle razzlers blowing you away with their twisted tease, erratic erotica and the delectatious delivery of Bent Burlesque. The world's reigning queen of burlesque, Imogen Kelly, presents the Bendy Burly All Stars. Return offenders ex-Gurlesque mega star, Glitter Supernova, comedic sex kitten, Lillian Starr and the outrageous Betty Grumble will this year be joined by Melbourne's bent super hotties in an event that aims to simply bend you. . Bent is a celebration of the queer fringe in Australia with a focus... http://redbennies.com/events/1133 http://redbennies.com/events/1133 Mon, 31 Dec 2012 15:02:27 +1000 BENT BURLESQUE - Premier Event of Midsumma 2013 Event Dates Friday, 18th Jan 2013 Event Overview . The benders are back!. An action-packed night showcasing Australia's best vajazzle razzlers blowing you away with their twisted tease, erratic erotica and the delectatious delivery of Bent Burlesque. The world's reigning queen of burlesque, Imogen Kelly, presents the Bendy Burly All Stars. Return offenders ex-Gurlesque mega star, Glitter Supernova, comedic sex kitten, Lillian Starr and the outrageous Betty Grumble will this year be joined by Melbourne's bent super hotties in an event that aims to simply bend you. . Bent is a celebration of the queer fringe in Australia with ... http://redbennies.com/events/1132 http://redbennies.com/events/1132 Mon, 31 Dec 2012 15:00:22 +1000 BENT BURLESQUE - Premier Event of Midsumma 2013 Event Dates Thursday, 17th Jan 2013 Event Overview . The benders are back!. An action-packed night showcasing Australia's best vajazzle razzlers blowing you away with their twisted tease, erratic erotica and the delectatious delivery of Bent Burlesque. The world's reigning queen of burlesque, Imogen Kelly, presents the Bendy Burly All Stars. Return offenders ex-Gurlesque mega star, Glitter Supernova, comedic sex kitten, Lillian Starr and the outrageous Betty Grumble will this year be joined by Melbourne's bent super hotties in an event that aims to simply bend you. . Bent is a celebration of the queer fringe in Australia with ... http://redbennies.com/events/bent-burlesque---premier-event-of-midsumma-2013 http://redbennies.com/events/bent-burlesque---premier-event-of-midsumma-2013 Mon, 31 Dec 2012 14:54:09 +1000 BENT BURLESQUE - Premier Event of Midsumma 2013 Event Dates Wednesday, 16th Jan 2013 Event Overview . The benders are back!. An action-packed night showcasing Australia's best vajazzle razzlers blowing you away with their twisted tease, erratic erotica and the delectatious delivery of Bent Burlesque. The world's reigning queen of burlesque, Imogen Kelly, presents the Bendy Burly All Stars. Return offenders ex-Gurlesque mega star, Glitter Supernova, comedic sex kitten, Lillian Starr and the outrageous Betty Grumble will this year be joined by Melbourne's bent super hotties in an event that aims to simply bend you. . Bent is a celebration of the queer fringe in Australia with ... http://redbennies.com/events/1130 http://redbennies.com/events/1130 Fri, 7 Dec 2012 09:46:31 +1000 BIGTOP Saturdays Event Dates Saturday, 22nd Dec 2012 Event Overview . The legendary BIGTOP Saturdays... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. BIGTOP Saturdays steps it up a notch! On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd ... http://redbennies.com/events/bigtop-saturdays http://redbennies.com/events/bigtop-saturdays Thu, 6 Dec 2012 12:34:58 +1000 BIGTOP Saturdays Event Dates Saturday, 15th Dec 2012 Event Overview . The legendary BIGTOP Saturdays... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. BIGTOP Saturdays steps it up a notch! On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of... http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree-launch-party http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree-launch-party Thu, 6 Dec 2012 12:10:20 +1000 JAMBOREE Launch Party Event Dates Saturday, 8th Dec 2012 Event Overview . The most anticipated home for RnB/ OLD SKOOL has finally arrived, for those that have anticipated a blend of Old Skool/RnB amongst the opulence of a fine establishment with a mature following, Welcome to your new Saturday home - JAMBOREE. Every Saturday! Finally a room dedicated to the good life of Old Skool,90s Soul, RnB & New Jack with a touch 70s funk! . Jamboree will stage and showcase international artist live on a regular basis. Melbourne’s best DJ PLAYING TRACKS FROM ARTISTS LIKE:. Blackstreet, Donell Jones, Michael Jackson, BBD, Stevie Wonder, TLC, Lionel Ritchie, R... http://redbennies.com/events/australian-burlesque-festival-nouvelle-royale http://redbennies.com/events/australian-burlesque-festival-nouvelle-royale Thu, 6 Dec 2012 10:26:37 +1000 Australian Burlesque Festival: Nouvelle Royale Event Dates Sunday, 9th Jun 2013 Event Overview Think you know what burlesque is? Well think again! Nouvelle Royale is a revue of Australia’s premier neo-burlesque artists in a beguiling romp through the bizarre and intriguing world of the new burlesque! Be shocked! Be amazed! Featuring the best of neo- burlesque, queer delights, satire, parody, vaudeville and everything in between. “Nouvelle Royale” offers a veritable feast of kooky, cheeky and down right weird entertainment for those not afraid to explore the bizarre world of neo-burlesque. Founded and Directed by Dolores Daiquiri and Rosy Rabbit The Australian... http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-final-show--kashmere-club-bad-animal-cotangent http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-final-show--kashmere-club-bad-animal-cotangent Wed, 5 Dec 2012 02:04:35 +1000 RB LIVE FINAL SHOW: Kashmere Club, Bad Animal, Cotangent Event Dates Wednesday, 5th Dec 2012 Event Overview Kashmere Club. Kashmere Club was born on a stage in 2009. . The Melbourne trio hungrily moved from South-West Victoria to the big city to chase that illusive feeling of "the best live gig ever" and share it with as many people as possible.. Relentless gigging, and a blind faith in the power of a live show, Bill, Nathan and Jono released their debut EP (Roundabout Girl) to a sold out Hi-Fi Bar last year. . Recorded at Hot House studios in St Kilda (Franz Ferdinand, Oasis, the Living End) the folk and blues infused debut was well recieved and the EP featured across Melbourne airwaves, SYN FM... http://redbennies.com/events/1125 http://redbennies.com/events/1125 Fri, 30 Nov 2012 12:37:41 +1000 Cherry Poppers Burlesque Newcomers' Night! Event Dates Saturday, 29th Dec 2012 Event Overview Dolores Daiquiri presents: Cherry Poppers Burlesque Newcomers Night!An end of year celebration of all things burlesque! Come and be entertained by some of our newest and up-and-coming stars of the burly stage!! It's a chance to see some fabulously exciting talent at Red Bennies. You will be teased, tantalised, tickled and experience a top night. Lets go out with a bang!! Performers to be announced really soon... Special guests. www.doloresdaiquiri.com. Tickets on sale soon. http://redbennies.com/events/shortsweet-closing-night-party http://redbennies.com/events/shortsweet-closing-night-party Fri, 30 Nov 2012 12:08:19 +1000 Short+Sweet Closing Night Party Event Dates Sunday, 9th Dec 2012 Event Overview . Short+Sweet Melbourne - The Biggest Little Arts Festival in the World - has been rocking Chapel Off Chapel for the last three weeks with almost 100 original theatre, dance and cabaret pieces and over 300 participants. . But all good things must come to an end... However, all good things can come to an end with an awesome, amazing, killer send off! . It's now time to take your final bow, kick up your heels and dance the night away! Come and celebrate the closing of the festival in style at the magical Red Bennies. Red Bennies, proud supporters of Short+Sweet Festival 2012, are hosting ... http://redbennies.com/events/cherry-poppers-burlesque-newcomers-night http://redbennies.com/events/cherry-poppers-burlesque-newcomers-night Thu, 29 Nov 2012 13:57:40 +1000 Cherry Poppers Burlesque Newcomers' Night! Event Dates Friday, 28th Dec 2012 Event Overview Dolores Daiquiri presents: Cherry Poppers Burlesque Newcomers Night!An end of year celebration of all things burlesque! Come and be entertained by some of our newest and up-and-coming stars of the burly stage!! It's a chance to see some fabulously exciting talent at Red Bennies. You will be teased, tantalised, tickled and experience a top night. Lets go out with a bang!! 28th December. Magenta Rose. Simona Lisa. Lou Lou Voltaire. Caterina Vitt (Sydney). Sarah Riot. Mia Riffraff. Pepper Grinde (Sydney). Hooping Harlet (Sydney). Satin Spitfire (Sydney). Miss LouLe Belle. Mama La Roux... http://redbennies.com/events/1121 http://redbennies.com/events/1121 Thu, 29 Nov 2012 13:32:46 +1000 JAMBOREE Event Dates Saturday, 6th Apr 2013 Event Overview . The most anticipated home for RnB/ OLD SKOOL has finally arrived, for those that have anticipated a blend of Old Skool/RnB amongst the opulence of a fine establishment with a mature following, Welcome to your new Saturday home - JAMBOREE. Every Saturday! Finally a room dedicated to the good life of Old Skool,90s Soul, RnB & New Jack with a touch 70s funk! . Jamboree will stage and showcase international artist live on a regular basis. Melbourne’s best DJ PLAYING TRACKS FROM ARTISTS LIKE:. Blackstreet, Donell Jones, Michael Jackson, BBD, Stevie Wonder, TLC, Lionel Ritchie, R... http://redbennies.com/events/1120 http://redbennies.com/events/1120 Thu, 29 Nov 2012 13:31:51 +1000 JAMBOREE Event Dates Saturday, 19th Jan 2013 Event Overview . The most anticipated home for RnB/ OLD SKOOL has finally arrived, for those that have anticipated a blend of Old Skool/RnB amongst the opulence of a fine establishment with a mature following, Welcome to your new Saturday home - JAMBOREE. Every Saturday! Finally a room dedicated to the good life of Old Skool,90s Soul, RnB & New Jack with a touch 70s funk! . Jamboree will stage and showcase international artist live on a regular basis. Melbourne’s best DJ PLAYING TRACKS FROM ARTISTS LIKE:. Blackstreet, Donell Jones, Michael Jackson, BBD, Stevie Wonder, TLC, Lionel Ritchie, R... http://redbennies.com/events/1119 http://redbennies.com/events/1119 Thu, 29 Nov 2012 13:30:56 +1000 JAMBOREE Event Dates Saturday, 12th Jan 2013 Event Overview . The most anticipated home for RnB/ OLD SKOOL has finally arrived, for those that have anticipated a blend of Old Skool/RnB amongst the opulence of a fine establishment with a mature following, Welcome to your new Saturday home - JAMBOREE. Every Saturday! Finally a room dedicated to the good life of Old Skool,90s Soul, RnB & New Jack with a touch 70s funk! . Jamboree will stage and showcase international artist live on a regular basis. Melbourne’s best DJ PLAYING TRACKS FROM ARTISTS LIKE:. Blackstreet, Donell Jones, Michael Jackson, BBD, Stevie Wonder, TLC, Lionel Ritchie, R... http://redbennies.com/events/1118 http://redbennies.com/events/1118 Thu, 29 Nov 2012 13:29:28 +1000 JAMBOREE Event Dates Saturday, 5th Jan 2013 Event Overview . The most anticipated home for RnB/ OLD SKOOL has finally arrived, for those that have anticipated a blend of Old Skool/RnB amongst the opulence of a fine establishment with a mature following, Welcome to your new Saturday home - JAMBOREE. Every Saturday! Finally a room dedicated to the good life of Old Skool,90s Soul, RnB & New Jack with a touch 70s funk! . Jamboree will stage and showcase international artist live on a regular basis. Melbourne’s best DJ PLAYING TRACKS FROM ARTISTS LIKE:. Blackstreet, Donell Jones, Michael Jackson, BBD, Stevie Wonder, TLC, Lionel Ritchie, R... http://redbennies.com/events/1117 http://redbennies.com/events/1117 Thu, 29 Nov 2012 13:27:50 +1000 JAMBOREE Event Dates Saturday, 29th Dec 2012 Event Overview . The most anticipated home for RnB/ OLD SKOOL has finally arrived, for those that have anticipated a blend of Old Skool/RnB amongst the opulence of a fine establishment with a mature following, Welcome to your new Saturday home - JAMBOREE. Every Saturday! Finally a room dedicated to the good life of Old Skool,90s Soul, RnB & New Jack with a touch 70s funk! . Jamboree will stage and showcase international artist live on a regular basis. Melbourne’s best DJ PLAYING TRACKS FROM ARTISTS LIKE:. Blackstreet, Donell Jones, Michael Jackson, BBD, Stevie Wonder, TLC, Lionel Ritchie, R... http://redbennies.com/events/1116 http://redbennies.com/events/1116 Thu, 29 Nov 2012 13:25:01 +1000 JAMBOREE Event Dates Saturday, 22nd Dec 2012 Event Overview . The most anticipated home for RnB/ OLD SKOOL has finally arrived, for those that have anticipated a blend of Old Skool/RnB amongst the opulence of a fine establishment with a mature following, Welcome to your new Saturday home - JAMBOREE. Every Saturday! Finally a room dedicated to the good life of Old Skool,90s Soul, RnB & New Jack with a touch 70s funk! . Jamboree will stage and showcase international artist live on a regular basis. Melbourne’s best DJ PLAYING TRACKS FROM ARTISTS LIKE:. Blackstreet, Donell Jones, Michael Jackson, BBD, Stevie Wonder, TLC, Lionel Ritchie, R... http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree http://redbennies.com/events/jamboree Thu, 29 Nov 2012 13:19:22 +1000 JAMBOREE Event Dates Saturday, 15th Dec 2012 Event Overview . The most anticipated home for RnB/ OLD SKOOL has finally arrived, for those that have anticipated a blend of Old Skool/RnB amongst the opulence of a fine establishment with a mature following, Welcome to your new Saturday home - JAMBOREE. Every Saturday! Finally a room dedicated to the good life of Old Skool,90s Soul, RnB & New Jack with a touch 70s funk! . Jamboree will stage and showcase international artist live on a regular basis. Melbourne’s best DJ PLAYING TRACKS FROM ARTISTS LIKE:. Blackstreet, Donell Jones, Michael Jackson, BBD, Stevie Wonder, TLC, Lionel Ritchie, R... http://redbennies.com/events/1114 http://redbennies.com/events/1114 Fri, 23 Nov 2012 15:19:03 +1000 Dolly Diamond's 'Welcome to my Lady Garden' Event Dates Saturday, 26th Jan 2013 Event Overview Dolly Diamond's raunchy return from Europe will raise the roof for 2 Nights Only at Red Bennies. Dolly Diamond returns to Midsumma with her brand spanking new show WELCOME TO MY LADY GARDEN at Melbourne's home of naughty-sexy cabaret, Red Bennies. . Filled with a barrow-load of new material she has cultivated whilst back in the UK, WELCOME TO MY LADY GARDEN is set to be Dolly Diamond's raunchiest show to date and she can't wait to reap and sow with her much-loved fans. . A regular feature on the Midsumma calendar, Dolly Diamond returns to her adopted home of Australia after a ... http://redbennies.com/events/1113 http://redbennies.com/events/1113 Fri, 23 Nov 2012 15:17:16 +1000 Dolly Diamond's 'Welcome to my Lady Garden' Event Dates Event Overview Dolly Diamond's raunchy return from Europe will raise the roof for 2 Nights Only at Red Bennies. Dolly Diamond returns to Midsumma with her brand spanking new show WELCOME TO MY LADY GARDEN at Melbourne's home of naughty-sexy cabaret, Red Bennies. . Filled with a barrow-load of new material she has cultivated whilst back in the UK, WELCOME TO MY LADY GARDEN is set to be Dolly Diamond's raunchiest show to date and she can't wait to reap and sow with her much-loved fans. . A regular feature on the Midsumma calendar, Dolly Diamond returns to her adopted home of Australia after a ... http://redbennies.com/events/dolly-diamonds-welcome-to-my-lady-garden http://redbennies.com/events/dolly-diamonds-welcome-to-my-lady-garden Fri, 23 Nov 2012 15:11:22 +1000 Dolly Diamond's 'Welcome to my Lady Garden' Event Dates Friday, 25th Jan 2013 Event Overview . D. Dolly Diamond returns to Midsumma with her brand spanking new show WELCOME TO MY LADY GARDEN at Melbourne's home of naughty-sexy cabaret, Red Bennies. olly Diamond's raunchy return from Europe will raise the roof for 2 Nights Only at Red Bennies. Filled with a barrow-load of new material she has cultivated whilst back in the UK, WELCOME TO MY LADY GARDEN is set to be Dolly Diamond's raunchiest show to date and she can't wait to reap and sow with her much-loved fans. . A regular feature on the Midsumma calendar, Dolly Diamond returns to her. adopted home of Australia after a ... http://redbennies.com/events/1110 http://redbennies.com/events/1110 Fri, 23 Nov 2012 13:23:17 +1000 Return to the Black Forest - (X18) Burlesque Event Dates Saturday, 2nd Feb 2013 Event Overview All of your favourite fairy tales like you've never seen them before. Be prepared for the darkest, dirtiest dreams from the denizens of the Black Forest. A wild ride of erotic tales, burlesque beauty and extraordinary circus, led by The Empreror himself, Michael Dalton. RED RIDING HOOD. The story of innocence and sin, enjoy an exciting and controversial interpretation of the classic Grimm tale ...of little girls, woodsmen and big bad wolves! . Starring Mistress of the Macabre - Betty Blood as Red. Matthew Targett and Sidney Saayman. SNOW WHITE. Naive engenue Snow White falls... http://redbennies.com/events/1109 http://redbennies.com/events/1109 Fri, 23 Nov 2012 13:21:58 +1000 Return to the Black Forest - (X18) Burlesque Event Dates Friday, 1st Feb 2013 Event Overview All of your favourite fairy tales like you've never seen them before. Be prepared for the darkest, dirtiest dreams from the denizens of the Black Forest. A wild ride of erotic tales, burlesque beauty and extraordinary circus, led by The Empreror himself, Michael Dalton. RED RIDING HOOD. The story of innocence and sin, enjoy an exciting and controversial interpretation of the classic Grimm tale ...of little girls, woodsmen and big bad wolves! . Starring Mistress of the Macabre - Betty Blood as Red. Matthew Targett and Sidney Saayman. SNOW WHITE. Naive engenue Snow White falls... http://redbennies.com/events/return-to-the-black-forest---x18-burlesque http://redbennies.com/events/return-to-the-black-forest---x18-burlesque Fri, 23 Nov 2012 13:18:58 +1000 Return to the Black Forest - (X18) Burlesque Event Dates Thursday, 31st Jan 2013 Event Overview All of your favourite fairy tales like you've never seen them before. Be prepared for the darkest, dirtiest dreams from the denizens of the Black Forest. A wild ride of erotic tales, burlesque beauty and extraordinary circus, led by The Empreror himself, Michael Dalton. RED RIDING HOOD. The story of innocence and sin, enjoy an exciting and controversial interpretation of the classic Grimm tale ...of little girls, woodsmen and big bad wolves! . Starring Mistress of the Macabre - Betty Blood as Red. Matthew Targett and Sidney Saayman. SNOW WHITE. Naive engenue Snow White falls into... http://redbennies.com/events/1107 http://redbennies.com/events/1107 Fri, 23 Nov 2012 13:16:34 +1000 The Bad Barbershop Burlesque Show Event Dates Saturday, 26th Jan 2013 Event Overview Cannibals, Man Eating Plants, Transylvanian Tranvestites are coming for you!. Superstar drag king Rocco D'Amore in association with Feast Feastival and Red Bennies brings you the wildest variety show in the Ballroom with an all star cast including Cabaret, Burlesque, Circus and Drag. Its a little shop of horrors, a smidge of Sweeney Todd and a rockin' horror picture show as design diva Crystal Decanter, sexy siren Frankie Valentine, Cirque Du Soleil aerialist Dan Power, are joined by the chorus of 'The Bad Barbershop Trio' in the queerbo show with the most... BAD BARBER... http://redbennies.com/events/1106 http://redbennies.com/events/1106 Fri, 23 Nov 2012 13:14:58 +1000 The Bad Barbershop Burlesque Show Event Dates Friday, 25th Jan 2013 Event Overview Cannibals, Man Eating Plants, Transylvanian Tranvestites are coming for you!. Superstar drag king Rocco D'Amore in association with Feast Feastival and Red Bennies brings you the wildest variety show in the Ballroom with an all star cast including Cabaret, Burlesque, Circus and Drag. Its a little shop of horrors, a smidge of Sweeney Todd and a rockin' horror picture show as design diva Crystal Decanter, sexy siren Frankie Valentine, Cirque Du Soleil aerialist Dan Power, are joined by the chorus of 'The Bad Barbershop Trio' in the queerbo show with the most... BAD BARBER... http://redbennies.com/events/the-bad-barbershop-burlesque-show http://redbennies.com/events/the-bad-barbershop-burlesque-show Fri, 23 Nov 2012 10:24:42 +1000 The Bad Barbershop Burlesque Show Event Dates Thursday, 24th Jan 2013 Event Overview Cannibals, Man Eating Plants, Transylvanian Tranvestites are coming for you!. Superstar drag king Rocco D'Amore in association with Feast Feastival and Red Bennies brings you the wildest variety show in the Ballroom with an all star cast including Cabaret, Burlesque, Circus and Drag. Its a little shop of horrors, a smidge of Sweeney Todd and a rockin' horror picture show as design diva Crystal Decanter, sexy siren Frankie Valentine, Cirque Du Soleil aerialist Dan Power, are joined by the chorus of 'The Bad Barbershop Trio' in the queerbo show with the most... BAD BARBER SHOP... http://redbennies.com/events/1104 http://redbennies.com/events/1104 Thu, 15 Nov 2012 18:09:12 +1000 RB LIVE: ZEFFA ALBUM LAUNCH + GREAT BALLS OF FIRE BURLESQUE! Event Dates Thursday, 13th Dec 2012 Event Overview . http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-zeffa-album-launch--great-balls-of-fire-burlesque http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-zeffa-album-launch--great-balls-of-fire-burlesque Tue, 13 Nov 2012 17:55:20 +1000 RB LIVE: ZEFFA ALBUM LAUNCH + GREAT BALLS OF FIRE BURLESQUE! Event Dates Tuesday, 13th Nov 2012 Event Overview No content available. http://redbennies.com/events/1101 http://redbennies.com/events/1101 Fri, 9 Nov 2012 13:25:15 +1000 Sapphira's Burlesque Christmas Event Dates Saturday, 8th Dec 2012 Event Overview Sapphira's Burlesque Christmas. Join Sapphira & Sapphira's Showgirls as they ring the Christmas Season in a delicious celebration of all things miseltoe and candy cane! Enjoy a night of comedy, thrills, spills and sing-a-long with Sapphira, a showgirl who has sung up storm across the globe and on national television appearing on The Circle, Australia's Got Talent, and also performed around the world in England, India and the USA. . This is the fun, cheesecake burlesque of yesteryear that we all know and love... . Influenced by Sapphira's own early passion for Roger's and... http://redbennies.com/events/sapphiras-burlesque-christmas http://redbennies.com/events/sapphiras-burlesque-christmas Fri, 9 Nov 2012 13:18:18 +1000 Sapphira's Burlesque Christmas Event Dates Friday, 7th Dec 2012 Event Overview Sapphira's Burlesque Christmas. Join Sapphira & Sapphira's Showgirls as they ring the Christmas Season in a delicious celebration of all things miseltoe and candy cane! Enjoy a night of comedy, thrills, spills and sing-a-long with Sapphira, a showgirl who has sung up storm across the globe and on national television appearing on The Circle, Australia's Got Talent, and also performed around the world in England, India and the USA. . This is the fun, cheesecake burlesque of yesteryear that we all know and love... . Influenced by Sapphira's own early passion for Roger's and... http://redbennies.com/events/1098 http://redbennies.com/events/1098 Fri, 9 Nov 2012 11:27:09 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - ALL MALE REVUE Event Dates Sunday, 9th Dec 2012 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/waapa-graduation-showcase http://redbennies.com/events/waapa-graduation-showcase Thu, 8 Nov 2012 10:00:26 +1000 WAAPA Graduation Showcase Event Dates Thursday, 15th Nov 2012 Event Overview WAAPA is recognised nationally and internationally for the quality of its graduates. In this creative and supportive environment students pursue artistic excellence both on and off the stage. Every year students, staff and critically acclaimed guest artists collaborate to present over 300 public performances – more productions and more diversity than any other arts training institution in Australia. Come see the WAAPA 2012 Music Theatre graduates in one of their last performances together before entering the industry. . http://redbennies.com/events/sina-king-presents-grapevine http://redbennies.com/events/sina-king-presents-grapevine Thu, 8 Nov 2012 09:30:05 +1000 Sina King presents: GRAPEVINE Event Dates Friday, 23rd Nov 2012 Event Overview . Journey amongst tales of beauteous and dangerous women as they come to life before your eyes. . Seeing is believing; which tale is ready to be picked and which will remain on the Grapevine? Starring the best of seductive and live entertainment, this show could change your life. Laugh, scream and indulge. Starring: The Royal Captivator, Miss Burlesque Australia 2011 - Sina King. Bellydance Virtuoso - Melusina. Ceiling-Swinging Angel - Skopalova . Fire Master - Chris Carlos. Heart-Melting Operatic Siren - Lallah L’Amore. Unstoppable Dance Master - Miss Beau Munroe. Master of Chaos -... http://redbennies.com/events/1095 http://redbennies.com/events/1095 Fri, 2 Nov 2012 16:16:11 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - ALL MALE REVUE Event Dates Sunday, 13th Jan 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-izzy-cox-us-elliotfriend-amp-pitstop- http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-izzy-cox-us-elliotfriend-amp-pitstop- Thu, 1 Nov 2012 17:31:31 +1000 RB LIVE PRESENTS: IZZY COX (US), Elliotfriend & Pitstop Event Dates Thursday, 8th Nov 2012 Event Overview Izzy Cox. Izzy Cox Voodoobilly International act from Austin Texas. Touring Victoria throughout November. Specialising Outlaw Country-Voodoobilly-Like a female Johnny Cash, a punk rock Adele!....Izzy has toured with some of the best American acts e.g.....Jack White, Wanda Jackson, Hank 3 & many others. This is a MUST SEE show. Get down for some thigh slapping good times. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Izzy-Cox/156116364459. . . . . . Elliotfriend. Elliot Friend is sometimes male. Sometimes he's female. And sometimes she is androgynous. He is always singing and she likes playing... http://redbennies.com/events/holy-ship-the-stage-show---december-22 http://redbennies.com/events/holy-ship-the-stage-show---december-22 Thu, 1 Nov 2012 12:28:04 +1000 HOLY SHIP! The Stage Show - December 22 Event Dates Saturday, 22nd Dec 2012 Event Overview Loss, desire, rum, jealousy and true love; a rollicking’ fringe arts adventure of epic proportions set across the high seas. BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND from it's 1st sell out season HOLY SHIP is the most successful opening night production Red Bennies has offered. It's set to float your boat! An all-original, spectacular production, jam packed with song, dance, circus, saucy burlesque stage shows and sexy drunken sailors. A male chorus-line, a female chorus-line, contortion, tap dance, and racy burlesque, HOLY SHIP is a swingin’ sexy music comedy and inspiring ... http://redbennies.com/events/holy-ship-the-stage-show---december-21 http://redbennies.com/events/holy-ship-the-stage-show---december-21 Thu, 1 Nov 2012 12:25:42 +1000 HOLY SHIP! The Stage Show - December 21 Event Dates Friday, 21st Dec 2012 Event Overview Loss, desire, rum, jealousy and true love; a rollicking’ fringe arts adventure of epic proportions set across the high seas. BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND from it's 1st sell out season HOLY SHIP is the most successful opening night production Red Bennies has offered. It's set to float your boat! An all-original, spectacular production, jam packed with song, dance, circus, saucy burlesque stage shows and sexy drunken sailors. A male chorus-line, a female chorus-line, contortion, tap dance, and racy burlesque, HOLY SHIP is a swingin’ sexy music comedy and inspiring ... http://redbennies.com/events/holy-ship-the-stage-show---december-19 http://redbennies.com/events/holy-ship-the-stage-show---december-19 Thu, 1 Nov 2012 12:21:43 +1000 HOLY SHIP! The Stage Show - December 19 Event Dates Wednesday, 19th Dec 2012 Event Overview Loss, desire, rum, jealousy and true love; a rollicking’ fringe arts adventure of epic proportions set across the high seas. BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND from it's 1st sell out season HOLY SHIP is the most successful opening night production Red Bennies has offered. It's set to float your boat! An all-original, spectacular production, jam packed with song, dance, circus, saucy burlesque stage shows and sexy drunken sailors. A male chorus-line, a female chorus-line, contortion, tap dance, and racy burlesque, HOLY SHIP is a swingin’ sexy music comedy and inspiring 3-act ... http://redbennies.com/events/holy-ship-the-stage-show---december-12 http://redbennies.com/events/holy-ship-the-stage-show---december-12 Thu, 1 Nov 2012 12:02:30 +1000 HOLY SHIP! The Stage Show - December 12 Event Dates Wednesday, 12th Dec 2012 Event Overview Loss, desire, rum, jealousy and true love; a rollicking’ fringe arts adventure of epic proportions set across the high seas. BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND from it's 1st sell out season HOLY SHIP is the most successful opening night production Red Bennies has offered. It's set to float your boat! An all-original, spectacular production, jam packed with song, dance, circus, saucy burlesque stage shows and sexy drunken sailors. A male chorus-line, a female chorus-line, contortion, tap dance, and racy burlesque, HOLY SHIP is a swingin’ sexy music comedy and inspiring 3-act show... http://redbennies.com/events/saraswatis-garden http://redbennies.com/events/saraswatis-garden Thu, 1 Nov 2012 11:15:19 +1000 Saraswati's Garden Event Dates Saturday, 24th Nov 2012 Event Overview Red Bennies welcomes you to a night like no other in Saraswati’s garden. . . The Hindu goddess of music, knowledge and the arts will take you on a whimsical and magical Indian inspired night where colour reigns and entertainment rains! Pull out your saris and your lungis, we invite you to adorn your best Bollywood attire as you get swept up in a sea of belly dancers, henna artists, genie contortionists, nail gurus and flying lizards…. With live music, DJs, roaming performers and plenty more surprises…this celebration of colour and music will have you dancing like its... http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-harts-straylove-mechanical-pterodactyl http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-harts-straylove-mechanical-pterodactyl Tue, 30 Oct 2012 15:54:04 +1000 RB LIVE PRESENTS: HARTS, STRAYLOVE, MECHANICAL PTERODACTYL Event Dates Thursday, 29th Nov 2012 Event Overview HARTS. I am Harts, I’m a musician from Melbourne. I write my music and play all the instruments in my bedroom studio.. My 5-track EP, Offtime, is set for release in 2012. It was mixed by Lars Stalfors of The Mars Volta. . "All Too Real" is the first single taken from the EP. . Available now on iTunes and Vinyl. . http://www.hartsmusic.com/. . . STRAYLOVE . Straylove's full length debut album entitled "21st Century Ballroom" was written at the Burning Man festival in Black Rock Desert USA, amidst a post-apocalyptic landscape and a primal sideshow of truth and calamity. The 46 and a... http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-callee-and-anita-and-the-postmen http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-callee-and-anita-and-the-postmen Tue, 30 Oct 2012 15:30:11 +1000 RB LIVE PRESENTS: CALLEE AND ANITA AND THE POSTMEN Event Dates Thursday, 1st Nov 2012 Event Overview . Callee. Callee....A twenty four year old singer songwriter, currently living in Brisbane- hailing from south of yron Bay NSW, in coastal Lennox Head.. Callee has taken out local and national songwriting competitions including MusicOz, Australian Songwriters Association, NCEIA Dolphin Awards, ZZZ Fm Accelerator.. Callee has toured with Pete Murray as a support act on his 2005 “See The Sun Tour”; Other artis. ts Callee has performed with include Busby Marou, Steven Jaymes, Marshall and The Fro, Rokeby Venus and Dave Dow. Callee has also performed both as a soloist and with her... http://redbennies.com/events/jacks-amp-knaves---cup-carnival-vip-weekend http://redbennies.com/events/jacks-amp-knaves---cup-carnival-vip-weekend Wed, 24 Oct 2012 13:40:25 +1000 JACKS & KNAVES - Cup Carnival VIP Weekend Event Dates Sunday, 4th Nov 2012 Event Overview . BUBBLES, BUFF BOYS, BETS AND BAD ASS GAMES. . Magic Night, Melbourne's Smash Hit Male Revue brings you the Mighty Medalling Men of of Male Striptease. . In a special Vegas Chippendale style show, Australia's finest perform at Red Bennies, if Oakes Day is Ladies Day then Magic Night is Ladies Night! . Now billed as Australia's number#1 variety male revue, Magic Night brings you all the sexy fun and muscle together with spectacular performance in the sumptuous surrounds of Red Bennies and French Champagne to get your tongue tingling. Amazing Aerial, Beautiful Boylesque, Sizzling Striptease,... http://redbennies.com/events/1083 http://redbennies.com/events/1083 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 14:36:45 +1000 Rocco D'Amore's Bad Barbershop Burlesque Event Dates Saturday, 17th Nov 2012 Event Overview Cannibals, Man Eating Plants, Transylvanian Tranvestites are coming for you!. Superstar drag king Rocco D'Amore in association with Feast Feastival and Red Bennies brings you the wildest variety show in the Ballroom with an all star cast including Cabaret, Burlesque, Circus and Drag. Its a little shop of horrors, a smidge of Sweeney Todd and a rockin' horror picture show as design diva Crystal Decanter, sexy siren Frankie Valentine, Cirque Du Soleil aerialist Dan Power, are joined by the chorus of 'The Bad Barbershop Trio' in the queerbo show with the most... BAD BARBER SHOP... http://redbennies.com/events/rocco-damores-bad-barbershop-burlesque http://redbennies.com/events/rocco-damores-bad-barbershop-burlesque Thu, 18 Oct 2012 13:56:04 +1000 Rocco D'Amore's Bad Barbershop Burlesque Event Dates Friday, 16th Nov 2012 Event Overview Cannibals, Man Eating Plants, Transylvanian Tranvestites are coming for you!. Superstar drag king Rocco D'Amore in association with Feast Feastival and Red Bennies brings you the wildest variety show in the Ballroom with an all star cast including Cabaret, Burlesque, Circus and Drag. Its a little shop of horrors, a smidge of Sweeney Todd and a rockin' horror picture show as design diva Crystal Decanter, sexy siren Frankie Valentine, Cirque Du Soleil aerialist Dan Power, are joined by the chorus of 'The Bad Barbershop Trio' in the queerbo show with the most... BAD BARBER SHOP... http://redbennies.com/events/awful-lot-of-vaudeville-kit-kat-club---january-11 http://redbennies.com/events/awful-lot-of-vaudeville-kit-kat-club---january-11 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 13:38:37 +1000 Awful Lot of Vaudeville (Kit Kat Club) - January 11 Event Dates Friday, 11th Jan 2013 Event Overview ‘Roll Up! Roll Up! Ladies and Gentlemen’.... Red Bennies, Melbourne’s home of Circus, Vaudeville and Burlesque brings you an evening of vintage vaudevillian entertainment.. ‘An Awful Lot of Vaudeville’ brings together an all star cast of Australia’s premier performers and international guests alongside live musical acts! Prepare to be brought to the edge of your. seat in astonishment, hilarity and seduction as your taken on a ride back to where it all began with classic illusionists, magicians, mimes, cabaret diva’s, burlesque beauties, high flying... http://redbennies.com/events/an-awful-of-vaudeville-kit-kat-club http://redbennies.com/events/an-awful-of-vaudeville-kit-kat-club Thu, 18 Oct 2012 13:36:51 +1000 An Awful of Vaudeville (Kit Kat Club) Event Dates Friday, 4th Jan 2013 Event Overview . ‘Roll Up! Roll Up! Ladies and Gentlemen’.... Red Bennies, Melbourne’s home of Circus, Vaudeville and Burlesque brings you an evening of vintage vaudevillian entertainment. ‘An Awful Lot of Vaudeville’ brings together an all star cast of Australia’s premier performers and international guests alongside live musical acts! Prepare to be brought to the edge of your seat in astonishment, hilarity and seduction as your taken on a ride back to where it all began with classic illusionists, magicians, mimes, cabaret diva’s, burlesque beauties, high flying... http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-burlesque---adam-hall-amp-the-velvet-playboys http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-burlesque---adam-hall-amp-the-velvet-playboys Thu, 18 Oct 2012 13:32:31 +1000 Kit Kat Club Burlesque - Adam Hall & The Velvet Playboys Event Dates Friday, 30th Nov 2012 Event Overview . The best in burlesque and seductive entertainment continues with the weekly KIT KAT CLUB burlesque series at Red Bennies. A little bit twisted with lashings of raunch, Kit Kat Club Burlesque provides the best evening's entertainment available in Melbourne. . So with cocktail in hand step into a hazy world where not everything is as it seems and rules were meant to be broken, where inhibition is left behind with the tug of a garter and toss of a glove. with special guests... ADAM HALL & THE VELVET PLAYBOYSAdam Hall and the Velvet Playboys are a six piece band... http://redbennies.com/events/nye---apocalypse-2012---coming-to-an-end-soon http://redbennies.com/events/nye---apocalypse-2012---coming-to-an-end-soon Thu, 18 Oct 2012 12:46:34 +1000 NYE - APOCALYPSE 2012 - COMING TO AN END SOON Event Dates Monday, 31st Dec 2012 Event Overview . Red Bennies presents the last show in the universe, earth shattering effects and mind blowing performances.. The awesome MOJO JUJU summons the end of days in performing arts, with provocateurs Agent Cleave and Jess Daly and the International Queen of Burlesque Imogen Kelly, stellar starlets from around the world join sexy starship troopers and amazing aerialists... The sexy meet the sanguine this year in a party where sex and death have never been so fun, so welcome to the Temple of Doom! Should you survive the Apocalypse, you get a free Annual Membership Subscription to all Red Bennies... http://redbennies.com/events/the-impersonators-burlesque-night http://redbennies.com/events/the-impersonators-burlesque-night Thu, 18 Oct 2012 12:35:22 +1000 The Impersonators Burlesque Night Event Dates Friday, 9th Nov 2012 Event Overview Burlesque Behaving Boldly!. These ladies (and gents) put the BURL back into BURL-esque... With wit by their sides these talented tricksters bring to you a. night of delectable yet daring Burlesque and Cabaret with a twist! . Featuring Performances by... Adelaide Everheart as the poised Audrey Hepburn,. Pixie Elixir as the Guitar Legend SLASH,. John Frankland as The Glamorous Jagger-Bowie. The Cunning Clarissa as KING of Rock and Roll ELVIS! Rod Lara's Amazing Tribute to King of POP Michael Jackson. Madame Elle Sejean as Etta James. and to spice it all up the delectable. MC Sarah D! . A show... http://redbennies.com/events/1073 http://redbennies.com/events/1073 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 12:28:20 +1000 Champagne Burlesk: A Celebration of Salon Tease Event Dates Saturday, 15th Dec 2012 Event Overview . Presented by Dolores Daiquiri! Australia's Classic Tease Queen! . Well it is neally that time of year when the bubbles flow and the celebrations begin! . Why not come and celebrate with Dolores Daiquiri (Australian Burlesque Festival Director), a bevy of fabulous burly gals and Red Bennies!! There will be plenty of cheeky, naughty tease and sizzling stage antics. . An elegant display of glamour and sophistication!! . Champagne Burlesk is proud to have such a fabulous cast! This show will be lots of fun and full of sass. . Perfect for your end of year party, corporate xmas event,... http://redbennies.com/events/champagne-burlesk-a-celebration-of-salon-tease http://redbennies.com/events/champagne-burlesk-a-celebration-of-salon-tease Thu, 18 Oct 2012 11:54:40 +1000 Champagne Burlesk: A Celebration of Salon Tease Event Dates Friday, 14th Dec 2012 Event Overview . Presented by Dolores Daiquiri! Australia's Classic Tease Queen! . Well it is neally that time of year when the bubbles flow and the celebrations begin! . Why not come and celebrate with Dolores Daiquiri (Australian Burlesque Festival Director), a bevy of fabulous burly gals and Red Bennies!! There will be plenty of cheeky, naughty tease and sizzling stage antics. . An elegant display of glamour and sophistication!! . Champagne Burlesk is proud to have such a fabulous cast! This show will be lots of fun and full of sass. . Perfect for your end of year party, corporate xmas event, private... http://redbennies.com/events/aerial-unleashed-2012 http://redbennies.com/events/aerial-unleashed-2012 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 11:12:18 +1000 Aerial Unleashed 2012 Event Dates Sunday, 18th Nov 2012 Event Overview . Since Aerial Divas opened in February 2011, it has just grown and grown! We now have six levels of aerial hoop classes and silks tuition as well, bringing a range of different skills to the studio. Last year's Open Hoop category at our Unleashed student competition was such a fabulous starting point for our Aerial Divas students that now they have a whole new event to themselves! Our amateur competition is the best opportunity for our students to compete at their own level and show off their amazing aerial skills. In 2012, we proudly announce our first ever Aerial Unleashed, with Beginners,... http://redbennies.com/events/1066 http://redbennies.com/events/1066 Thu, 11 Oct 2012 12:19:25 +1000 Sapphira presents: Tinsel and Tassles Event Dates Wednesday, 5th Dec 2012 Event Overview Join Sapphira & Sapphira's Showgirls as they ring the Christmas Season in a delicious celebration of all things miseltoe and candy cane!. Enjoy a night of comedy, thrills, spills and sing-a-long with Sapphira, a showgirl who has sung up storm across the globe and on national television appearing on The Circle, Australia's Got Talent, and also performed around the world in England, India and the USA. . This is the fun, cheesecake burlesque of yesteryear that we all know and love... . Influenced by Sapphira's own early passion for Roger's and Hammerstein musicals with... http://redbennies.com/events/sapphira-presents-tinsel-and-tassles http://redbennies.com/events/sapphira-presents-tinsel-and-tassles Thu, 11 Oct 2012 12:10:11 +1000 Sapphira presents: Tinsel and Tassles Event Dates Wednesday, 28th Nov 2012 Event Overview Celebrate the festive season with Sapphira’s Showgirls…. – Burlesque dancers. – Comedy MC. – Sing-a-long. – themed outfits for every occasion. http://redbennies.com/events/1064 http://redbennies.com/events/1064 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 14:53:10 +1000 RETURN OF THE KING - Cup Carnival VIP Weekend Event Dates Saturday, 3rd Nov 2012 Event Overview . DAZZLING SHOWS, GRAND NINE PIECE BAND, SHOWGIRLS, GAMING AND THE KING... In his most extravagant show ever, the living reincarnation of Elvis, KNAVE KNIXX and his CHILLI DOG FOUR gives you VIVA LAS VEGAS! A huge 9 piece casino rock 'n' roll orchestra, complete with the finest Vegas burlesque showgirls, gaming tables (with funny money, honey), and amazing pyrotechnic lighting effects. In the show bound to astound the King provides you with the most exclusive off-track ticket in town! http://redbennies.com/events/1063 http://redbennies.com/events/1063 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 13:50:15 +1000 ALL HAIL THE QUEEN! - Cup Carnival VIP Weekend Event Dates Saturday, 3rd Nov 2012 Event Overview . BURLESQUE ROYALE, CASINO GAMING & FRENCH CHAMPAGNE... . INTERNATIONAL QUEEN OF BURLESQUE (Las Vegas Hall of Fame 2012) . Direct from Las Vegas on her worldwide tour, IMOGEN KELLY, International Queen of Burlesque 2012 presents the grand cru of international burlesque entertainment when joined by touring stars Agent Lynch (UK) Mimi Le Noire (Russia) Stunning Scarlett (FR) plus our grand duchess of design, Frankie Valentine and . H.R.H - IMOGEN KELLY (Las Vegas)She's brought home gold, star of Gurlesque, Bent Burlesque, Burlesque Ball, Australian Burlesque Festival and now the... http://redbennies.com/events/the-pink-slipper---black-amp-white-cup-day-ball http://redbennies.com/events/the-pink-slipper---black-amp-white-cup-day-ball Tue, 9 Oct 2012 22:38:35 +1000 THE PINK SLIPPER - Black & White Cup Day Ball Event Dates Tuesday, 6th Nov 2012 Event Overview . MELBOURNE'S MOST GLAMOROUS DAY AT THE RACES, FRENCH CHAMPAGNE AND FABULOUS FROCKS... Put on your party dress, Play roulette, Punt on the ponies and Party for a cause! Proudly presented in association with JOY94.9fm, Australia's most glamorous radio station. Hats, Hunks, Glitz, Glamour, Furs and Feathers all collide when DOLLY DIAMOND and ROCCO D'AMORE host the champagne of queer race days. A horde of stellar performaces and offtrack entertainment, mock gambling, amazing prizes and real diamonds raise money for a good cause. . Amazing pyrotechnics and outrageous performances... croupier... http://redbennies.com/events/all-hail-the-queen---cup-carnival-vip-weekend http://redbennies.com/events/all-hail-the-queen---cup-carnival-vip-weekend Tue, 9 Oct 2012 22:31:00 +1000 ALL HAIL THE QUEEN! - Cup Carnival VIP Weekend Event Dates Friday, 2nd Nov 2012 Event Overview . BURLESQUE ROYALE, CASINO GAMING & FRENCH CHAMPAGNE... . INTERNATIONAL QUEEN OF BURLESQUE (Las Vegas Hall of Fame 2012) . Direct from Las Vegas on her worldwide tour, IMOGEN KELLY, International Queen of Burlesque 2012 presents the grand cru of international burlesque entertainment when joined by touring stars Agent Lynch (UK) Mimi Le Noire (Russia) Stunning Scarlett (FR) and our grand duchess of design, Frankie Valentine.. H.R.H - IMOGEN KELLY (Las Vegas)She's brought home gold, star of Gurlesque, Bent Burlesque, Burlesque Ball, Australian Burlesque Festival and now the... http://redbennies.com/events/return-of-the-king---cup-carnival-vip-weekend http://redbennies.com/events/return-of-the-king---cup-carnival-vip-weekend Tue, 9 Oct 2012 22:15:25 +1000 RETURN OF THE KING - Cup Carnival VIP Weekend Event Dates Friday, 2nd Nov 2012 Event Overview . DAZZLING SHOWS, GRAND NINE PIECE BAND, SHOWGIRLS, GAMING AND THE KING... In his most extravagant show ever, the living reincarnation of Elvis, KNAVE KNIXX and his CHILLI DOG FOUR gives you VIVA LAS VEGAS! A huge 9 piece casino rock 'n' roll orchestra, complete with the finest Vegas burlesque showgirls, gaming tables (with funny money, honey), and amazing pyrotechnic lighting effects. In the show bound to astound the King provides you with the most exclusive off-track ticket in town! http://redbennies.com/events/woofclub http://redbennies.com/events/woofclub Tue, 9 Oct 2012 21:01:12 +1000 WOOFCLUB Event Dates Tuesday, 2nd Oct 2012 Event Overview . WOOFCLUB, 8 YEARS STRONG, DURTY MUSIC, DURTY MEN, NOW DURTYING UP SOUTH YARRA. Enter the sin circus with Men in Cages, Twisted Acts and plenty of Dark Spaces. Durty Dance Dogs at Red Bennies. Tribal House from Midday to Midnight and beyond. Performers and Exhibitionists of all shapes and sizes. GUESTLISTONLY PARTYGuestlist applicants Email:. admin@woofclub.com. . DJsGeorge RoussosMiss EleniBuck NakedLEWD ACTS. SMOKE & MIRRORS. NO COLOGNE. http://redbennies.com/events/flavours-of-aotearoa http://redbennies.com/events/flavours-of-aotearoa Tue, 9 Oct 2012 18:58:48 +1000 Flavours of Aotearoa Event Dates Sunday, 18th Nov 2012 Event Overview . Toi Haka Iwi Maori Inc. and Toi Maori Aotearoa, Maori Arts New Zealand present a stellar line up of of artists for 2012 in their annual fundraiser showcasing the finest Maori Artists. Featuring NZ Artists: Ariana Tikao accompanied by Oakley Grenell. Toni Huata. Ngahiwi Apanui. Local Artists: . Grace Vanilau. Te Ua Houkamau . Special appearances by: . Songlines Aboriginal Music: Skin Choir. Dance groups: ... http://redbennies.com/events/2manydjs http://redbennies.com/events/2manydjs Mon, 8 Oct 2012 16:06:04 +1000 2MANYDJS Event Dates Sunday, 2nd Dec 2012 Event Overview . SOULWAX 'MACHINE' from Radio Soulwax on Vimeo. World renowned Belgian DJs David and Stephen Dewaele hit Red Bennies for their Exclusive Melbourne Show - one night only! Catch the truly unique brother duo as they mix up an incredible melange of pop, rock and techno like nothing you've heard before!"2 Many DJs may be 'famous', but don’t let that fool you - these boys aren’t Peaches Geldof types pressing play on a slapdash iTunes playlist. Not only do they have real skill, there’s also a warmth and sense of humour about them that’s hard to beat. These guys know exactly... http://redbennies.com/events/bigtop-saturdays---fresh-feats http://redbennies.com/events/bigtop-saturdays---fresh-feats Mon, 8 Oct 2012 13:15:13 +1000 BIGTOP Saturdays - Fresh Feats! Event Dates Saturday, 10th Nov 2012 Event Overview The legendary BIGTOP Saturdays... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. BIGTOP Saturdays steps it up a notch! On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus... http://redbennies.com/events/bigtop-saturdays---december-8 http://redbennies.com/events/bigtop-saturdays---december-8 Mon, 8 Oct 2012 12:49:38 +1000 BIGTOP Saturdays - December 8 Event Dates Saturday, 8th Dec 2012 Event Overview . The legendary BIGTOP Saturdays... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. BIGTOP Saturdays steps it up a notch! On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus... http://redbennies.com/events/bigtop-saturdays---november-17 http://redbennies.com/events/bigtop-saturdays---november-17 Mon, 8 Oct 2012 12:41:46 +1000 BIGTOP Saturdays - November 17 Event Dates Saturday, 17th Nov 2012 Event Overview . The legendary BIGTOP Saturdays... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. BIGTOP Saturdays steps it up a notch! On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus... http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-jakubis-jungle-safari http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-jakubis-jungle-safari Sat, 6 Oct 2012 14:23:09 +1000 RB LIVE PRESENTS JAKUBI'S JUNGLE SAFARI Event Dates Thursday, 25th Oct 2012 Event Overview Jakubi are hosting their very own safari party and hope to see you all there! There'll be jungle boogie tunes, bikini clad jungle waitresses and an amazonian sized good time.. http://redbennies.com/events/josh-piterman---in-concert http://redbennies.com/events/josh-piterman---in-concert Fri, 5 Oct 2012 13:48:19 +1000 JOSH PITERMAN - IN CONCERT Event Dates Event Overview Australia's hottest music theatre property, One of the Ten Tenors, Co-star to Geoffrey Rush in the MTC's Drowsy Chaperone, returning from the UK for a limited season catch him in his intimate concert at Red Bennies. Josh Piterman has been described as brilliant, comic and charismatic and his voice, soaring, enormous, rich and superb! In this one man show the star of West Side Story and An Officer and A Gentleman takes you on a fun filled and vocal exciting journey through 100 years of pop music. Packed with hits, Piterman takes on everything from Adele to Elvis, Caruso to Michael... http://redbennies.com/events/dandyman---circus-amp-comedy-of-the-absurd http://redbennies.com/events/dandyman---circus-amp-comedy-of-the-absurd Fri, 28 Sep 2012 19:13:07 +1000 DANDYMAN - Circus & Comedy of the Absurd Event Dates Saturday, 24th Nov 2012 Event Overview Australia’s funniest front man of Circus and Physical Comedy presents a not to me missed night of sublime stupidity. Take a journey of absurd proportions with Daniel Oldaker as he presents jaw dropping circus, absurd acrobatics and mind-blowing magic. "Daniel Oldaker's a wonderful, mischevious physical comedian" - Frank Woodley. "Daniel Oldaker delivers hysterically funny and higly original physical comedy with a natural sense of play. A true Vaudevillian." - Captain Frodo, La Soiree. "High energy clowning ... rivals Buster Keaton." The Adelaide Advertiser. Daniel Oldaker was born... http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-jess-palmer-and-hamish-anderson-with-bella-jabara http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-jess-palmer-and-hamish-anderson-with-bella-jabara Mon, 24 Sep 2012 17:05:18 +1000 RB LIVE: Jess Palmer and Hamish Anderson with Bella Jabara Event Dates Thursday, 18th Oct 2012 Event Overview New Zealand born and bred, I made the move to Melbourne in early 2009 to pursue a career in music and I've never looked back since! After spending the last three years studying music at Monash University, I am absolutely dying to wr. ite, record, collaborate and perform as much as humanly possible... . Music has always been the focal point of my life; I have been writing songs and performing for as long as I can remember...even if to an unwilling audience! I absolutely love soul and blues music - I could listen to Marvin Gaye and Aretha Franklin all day long and I hope that comes through in... http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-sand-dollars-and-arcade-made http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-sand-dollars-and-arcade-made Mon, 24 Sep 2012 16:54:19 +1000 RB LIVE PRESENTS SAND DOLLARS AND ARCADE MADE Event Dates Thursday, 4th Oct 2012 Event Overview . Meet The Sand Dollars. These four young Rock n Rollers from Melbourne are defying musical trends with a throwback to the sixties. The brain child of lead singer Michael Baini, The Sand Dollars have just attempted their first venture into recording studio and the result is a mouthwatering blend of Surf Rock and Psychedelia that brings the beach to your headphones. Rest assured, old school Rock and Roll is alive and well in the world of modern music as The Sand Dollars refuse to use any manufactured or fake sounds in their music. . Their upcoming single “Jester and the Fool” is... http://redbennies.com/events/1045 http://redbennies.com/events/1045 Wed, 19 Sep 2012 11:02:26 +1000 BURLESQUE SCHOOL - Dolores Daiquiri's Weekend Intensive Event Dates Sunday, 21st Oct 2012 Event Overview THE BUSINESS OF BURLESQUE & CLASSIC COACHING COURSE. OCT 20 - Day 1 - Business of Burlesque Light & Classic Course Easy. OCT 21 - Day 2 - Business of Burlesque Heavy & Classic Course Hard. One day = $120 or Two Days $199. Hosted by Dolores Daiquiri & presented by The Australian Burlesque School & Red Bennies. . Do you want to understand 'The Business and Art of Burlesque? .... Do you want to understand the finer art of classic tease/burlesque? Are you interested in developing your skills? Are you eager to find your inner goddess through vintage-flavoured striptease? ... http://redbennies.com/events/burlesque-school---dolores-daiquiris-weekend-intensive http://redbennies.com/events/burlesque-school---dolores-daiquiris-weekend-intensive Wed, 19 Sep 2012 10:18:08 +1000 BURLESQUE SCHOOL - Dolores Daiquiri's Weekend Intensive Event Dates Saturday, 20th Oct 2012 Event Overview THE BUSINESS OF BURLESQUE & CLASSIC COACHING COURSE. OCT 20 - Day 1 - Business of Burlesque Light & Classic Course Easy. OCT 21 - Day 2 - Business of Burlesque Heavy & Classic Course Hard. One day = $120 or Two Days $199. Hosted by Dolores Daiquiri & presented by The Australian Burlesque School & Red Bennies. . Do you want to understand 'The Business and Art of Burlesque? .... Do you want to understand the finer art of classic tease/burlesque? Are you interested in developing your skills? Are you eager to find your inner goddess through vintage-flavoured striptease? ... http://redbennies.com/events/1043 http://redbennies.com/events/1043 Tue, 18 Sep 2012 16:27:27 +1000 BRING BACK THE SHOWGIRL! Event Dates Friday, 28th Sep 2012 Event Overview . Bring Back the ShowGirl from Cassandra Jane on Vimeo. Cassandra Jane presents… Bring Back the Showgirl! . A living fantasy of Showgirl style and Burlesque beauty rolled into one fabulous show. Showcasing award winning Australian performers, this production infuses the best of old-time showgirl glamour, with the new wave of BIG Burlesque. Direct from Worldwide tour for Melbourne Fringe 2012 at the gorgeous Red Bennies! . CASSANDRA JANE. BELLA DE JACSTRAWBERRY SIREN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BUY TICKETS THURSDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER. . . . . . . BUY TICKETS FRIDAY... http://redbennies.com/events/scarlett-presents-cherry-2000 http://redbennies.com/events/scarlett-presents-cherry-2000 Tue, 18 Sep 2012 15:42:01 +1000 Scarlett presents CHERRY 2000 Event Dates Monday, 5th Nov 2012 Event Overview . It's the year of 2017. . The world has survived, but romance hasn't. . The man of the future can find delightful, convenient love. The perfect wife, the ultimate lover. One obstacle remains... she may be an android. . Cherry 2000 is the woman unmatched by all others, until she shorts out. Her only hope for her and her lover remains with a Real woman. A Real woman with bazookas. . This Melbourne Cup Eve, be blown away by a tribute to the cult 1980s film, Cherry 2000. Presented to you by Scarlett Productions in collaboration with Red Bennies, this year's Sci-Fi cult production will push... http://redbennies.com/events/afl-grand-final-day---booby-booty-bbq http://redbennies.com/events/afl-grand-final-day---booby-booty-bbq Tue, 18 Sep 2012 15:31:35 +1000 AFL Grand Final Day - Booby Booty BBQ Event Dates Saturday, 29th Sep 2012 Event Overview . Miss Nude Australia heavyweights Cassandra Jane and Strawberry Siren captain a day of tits and giggles, providing you the best half-time entertainment, with beer, food, girls and games for your best Grand Final Day experience. . Wet Tshirt Comp. Tequila Girls. Tinny Shot-Guns. Pie Eating Comp. and world famous Jelly Wrestling! . Make Red Bennies the only place to be for the game besides the MCG! http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-burlesque---friday-october-19 http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-burlesque---friday-october-19 Tue, 18 Sep 2012 13:10:35 +1000 Kit Kat Club Burlesque - Friday October 19 Event Dates Friday, 19th Oct 2012 Event Overview . The best in burlesque and seductive entertainment continues with the weekly KIT KAT CLUB burlesque series at Red Bennies. A little bit twisted with lashings of raunch, Kit Kat Club Burlesque provides the best evening's entertainment available in Melbourne. . So with cocktail in hand step into a hazy world where not everything is as it seems and rules were meant to be broken, where inhibition is left behind with the tug of a garter and toss of a glove. featuring.... VESPER WHITE. As a young pioneer in the creative arts, White has laid siege to stages and galleries... http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-burlesque---friday-october-5 http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-burlesque---friday-october-5 Mon, 17 Sep 2012 12:41:34 +1000 Kit Kat Club Burlesque - Friday October 5 Event Dates Friday, 5th Oct 2012 Event Overview Melbourne's premier burlesque artists bring you a boundary breaking new format, KIT KAT CLUB BURLESQUE that will leave you on the edge of your seat and gasping for breath. A little bit twisted with lashings of raunch, Kit Kat Club Burlesque provides the best evening's entertainment available in Melbourne. . So with cocktail in hand step into a hazy world where not everything is as it seems and rules were meant to be broken, where inhibition is left behind with the tug of a garter and toss of a glove. featuring...AGENT... http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam-presents---macy-gray---dj-set http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam-presents---macy-gray---dj-set Fri, 14 Sep 2012 19:31:53 +1000 Smash Jam Presents - MACY GRAY - DJ Set Event Dates Friday, 21st Sep 2012 Event Overview The lucky boys at Smash Jam bring you a special end of tour party just for Melbourne, Macy Gray will be performing an exclusive 2 hour DJ set at Red Bennies in South Yarra. . This Performance will feature Macy Gray spinning records late into the night... . Now one of the worlds dominant female vocal artists, 13 years into her career, She’s sold 15 million albums, scored two Grammy Awards, two MTV awards and with “I Try,” has had one of the most successful singles of all time, Now enjoy the whiskey-voiced Macy, following up her Arts Centre concert with an exclusive 2 hour set... http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-bella-jabara-and-purple-tusks http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-bella-jabara-and-purple-tusks Fri, 14 Sep 2012 16:34:11 +1000 RB LIVE PRESENTS BELLA JABARA AND PURPLE TUSKS Event Dates Thursday, 20th Sep 2012 Event Overview Bella is a Melbourne based singer/songwriter with influences stemming from the Soul, R'n'B & Jazz greats. Bella focuses her attention on creating music that concentrates on vocal expression and poetic lyrics, while still appreciating the importance of strong harmonies. Taking influences and guidance from experience in life & love, her music strives to consistently build connections with listeners and audiences. With much anticipation, her EP is to be released toward the later part of 2012. https://www.facebook.com/BellaJabara. . Bella is a Melbourne based singer/songwriter with... http://redbennies.com/events/stage-door http://redbennies.com/events/stage-door Thu, 13 Sep 2012 14:37:23 +1000 Stage Door Event Dates Sunday, 23rd Sep 2012 Event Overview 25 Talented Singers Chosen for the 2012 Grand Final! . Stage Door is Melbourne’s newest and most premier contemporary singing competition, giving singers between the ages of 13 and 50 the opportunity to showcase their talents. After a series of auditions, some of Melbourne’s brightest and best vocalists will battle it out for $50,000 in cash, prizes, recording time and the prestigious title of ‘Stage Door Winner 2012’. . 25 of Melbourne’s best put their vocal skills to the test in a vocal showcase that will stop you in your tracks. Stage Door in its inception... http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---december-28 http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---december-28 Wed, 12 Sep 2012 17:53:22 +1000 Smash Jam - December 28 Event Dates Friday, 28th Dec 2012 Event Overview . Every Friday from the 14th of September. 10:30pm. $15 entry or email luke@thebridgesouthwharf.com for guestlist. Featuring DJs.. LUKE McD, T-REK and DAVE CHESTWIG. http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---december-21 http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---december-21 Wed, 12 Sep 2012 17:49:39 +1000 Smash Jam - December 21 Event Dates Friday, 21st Dec 2012 Event Overview . Every Friday from the 14th of September. 10:30pm. $15 entry or email luke@thebridgesouthwharf.com for guestlist. Featuring DJs.. LUKE McD, T-REK and DAVE CHESTWIG. http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---december-14 http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---december-14 Wed, 12 Sep 2012 17:39:46 +1000 Smash Jam - December 14 Event Dates Friday, 14th Dec 2012 Event Overview . Every Friday from the 14th Sep. 10:30pm. $15 entry or email luke@thebridgesouthwharf.com for guestlist. Featuring DJs.. LUKE McD, T-REK and DAVE CHESTWIG. http://redbennies.com/events/pirates-den http://redbennies.com/events/pirates-den Wed, 12 Sep 2012 16:29:39 +1000 Pirate's Den Event Dates Sunday, 16th Sep 2012 Event Overview PIRATE'S DEN - RB'S SECRET PIRATE PARTY. . Dashing, Daring, Dastardly Pirates! . Amazing Aerial Performances, Nerf Gunship Battles, Wanton Women, Loose Men and a shipload of Music and Rum... . Pirate's Den is the Official After Party to a week . of Pirate Markets, Parades & Pirate Quests. . Entry is Free for anyone who has downloaded the Red Bennies App. Just show it at the Door! . The app also gives you free drinks & tickets for inviting friends, checking in and taking pictures. http://redbennies.com/events/1028 http://redbennies.com/events/1028 Tue, 11 Sep 2012 16:55:57 +1000 Glitta Supernova's PRETTY PEEPERS CABARET Event Dates Thursday, 11th Oct 2012 Event Overview Pretty Peepers cabaret & music salon comes to Melbourne Fringe Festival and Red Bennies for an exclusive 3 night season. Strap into your harnesses for a very special night of the quirky, cheeky, absurd & surreal from Thurs 11 to Sat 13 of October. . Sexy & Funny mingle in this twinkling & unique night of psychedelia. Known for its theatrical extravagance, Pretty Peepers Cabaret is the underground pleasure palace of artistic & intellectual abandon, where the diversity of creativity, illusion & desire are celebrated in a Variety Night thats been the... http://redbennies.com/events/1027 http://redbennies.com/events/1027 Tue, 11 Sep 2012 16:14:19 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - ALL MALE REVUE Event Dates Sunday, 23rd Sep 2012 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/bigtop-saturdays---y2krazy http://redbennies.com/events/bigtop-saturdays---y2krazy Mon, 10 Sep 2012 16:22:58 +1000 BIGTOP Saturdays - Y2KRAZY Event Dates Saturday, 27th Oct 2012 Event Overview Celebrate the new millenium!. The world was braced for disaster as the clock ticked closer and closer to Y2K, but as the planes did not in fact fall from the sky, they decided to party like it was no longer 1999 and the new millenium was born! We shook off the Y2K bug and entered the days of the reality show - Big Brother was breathing down our necks and we watched every move of the new celebrities - so now it's your turn! See the best in new-world entertainment, Cyberleqsue and not-so-far nostalgia! Live Evictions!Oust one of your party's members and watch them go under the gun on... http://redbennies.com/events/bigtop-saturdays---october-13 http://redbennies.com/events/bigtop-saturdays---october-13 Mon, 10 Sep 2012 15:56:16 +1000 BIGTOP Saturdays - October 13 Event Dates Saturday, 13th Oct 2012 Event Overview . The legendary BIGTOP Saturdays... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. BIGTOP Saturdays steps it up a notch! On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international ... http://redbennies.com/events/bigtop-saturdays---october-6 http://redbennies.com/events/bigtop-saturdays---october-6 Mon, 10 Sep 2012 15:46:12 +1000 BIGTOP Saturdays - October 6 Event Dates Saturday, 6th Oct 2012 Event Overview . The legendary BIGTOP Saturdays... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. BIGTOP Saturdays steps it up a notch! . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international ... http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---saturday-september-22 http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---saturday-september-22 Mon, 10 Sep 2012 14:31:34 +1000 Big Bennies - Saturday September 22 Event Dates Saturday, 22nd Sep 2012 Event Overview . The legendary BIG BENNIES... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. Big Bennies steps it up a notch! . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest... http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---saturday-september-15 http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---saturday-september-15 Mon, 10 Sep 2012 13:52:14 +1000 Big Bennies - Saturday September 15 Event Dates Saturday, 15th Sep 2012 Event Overview . The legendary BIG BENNIES... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. Big Bennies steps it up a notch! . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers ... http://redbennies.com/events/1018 http://redbennies.com/events/1018 Mon, 10 Sep 2012 13:41:17 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - ALL MALE REVUE Event Dates Sunday, 3rd Feb 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/1017 http://redbennies.com/events/1017 Mon, 10 Sep 2012 13:38:50 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - ALL MALE REVUE Event Dates Sunday, 6th Jan 2013 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/magic-night---all-male-revue---xxxmas-special http://redbennies.com/events/magic-night---all-male-revue---xxxmas-special Mon, 10 Sep 2012 13:35:41 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - ALL MALE REVUE - XXXmas Special Event Dates Sunday, 23rd Dec 2012 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... This Holiday Season, come see the hottest Christmas show this side of the North Pole - Santa's little helpers have something in their bag for you - Who wants to unwrap their presents? . http://redbennies.com/events/1015 http://redbennies.com/events/1015 Mon, 10 Sep 2012 13:31:13 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - ALL MALE REVUE Event Dates Sunday, 16th Dec 2012 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/1013 http://redbennies.com/events/1013 Mon, 10 Sep 2012 13:24:55 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - ALL MALE REVUE Event Dates Sunday, 25th Nov 2012 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/1011 http://redbennies.com/events/1011 Mon, 10 Sep 2012 13:18:39 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - ALL MALE REVUE Event Dates Sunday, 21st Oct 2012 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/1010 http://redbennies.com/events/1010 Mon, 10 Sep 2012 13:13:43 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - ALL MALE REVUE Event Dates Sunday, 7th Oct 2012 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/1007 http://redbennies.com/events/1007 Mon, 10 Sep 2012 12:50:53 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - ALL MALE REVUE Event Dates Sunday, 30th Sep 2012 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/1005 http://redbennies.com/events/1005 Fri, 7 Sep 2012 13:25:50 +1000 Glitta Supernova's PRETTY PEEPERS CABARET Event Dates Friday, 12th Oct 2012 Event Overview Pretty Peepers cabaret & music salon comes to Melbourne Fringe Festival and Red Bennies for an exclusive 3 night season. Strap into your harnesses for a very special night of the quirky, cheeky, absurd & surreal from Thurs 11 to Sat 13 of October. . Sexy & Funny mingle in this twinkling & unique night of psychedelia. Known for its theatrical extravagance, Pretty Peepers Cabaret is the underground pleasure palace of artistic & intellectual abandon, where the diversity of creativity, illusion & desire are celebrated in a Variety Night thats been the darling of... http://redbennies.com/events/1003 http://redbennies.com/events/1003 Fri, 7 Sep 2012 12:55:26 +1000 Alice in the Madhouse Event Dates Friday, 5th Oct 2012 Event Overview . Alice finds herself lost in a strange and unrecognisable world until she starts to see the similarities between the madhouse patients and the members of her own typical yet dysfunctional family. The much loved characters from Wonderland are reinvented in circus form, most are abrasive and intimidating, some even jealous of Alice’s freedom. Far from the Disney classics the emotions and evils in this piece are raw. Don’t be too alarmed though, there is some comic relief, after all some people don’t suffer from insanity; they enjoy every minute of it. http://redbennies.com/events/1002 http://redbennies.com/events/1002 Fri, 7 Sep 2012 12:50:32 +1000 Alice in the Madhouse Event Dates Thursday, 4th Oct 2012 Event Overview . Alice finds herself lost in a strange and unrecognisable world until she starts to see the similarities between the madhouse patients and the members of her own typical yet dysfunctional family. The much loved characters from Wonderland are reinvented in circus form, most are abrasive and intimidating, some even jealous of Alice’s freedom. Far from the Disney classics the emotions and evils in this piece are raw. Don’t be too alarmed though, there is some comic relief, after all some people don’t suffer from insanity; they enjoy every minute of it. http://redbennies.com/events/alice-in-the-madhouse http://redbennies.com/events/alice-in-the-madhouse Fri, 7 Sep 2012 12:39:13 +1000 Alice in the Madhouse Event Dates Wednesday, 3rd Oct 2012 Event Overview . Alice finds herself lost in a strange and unrecognisable world until she starts to see the similarities between the madhouse patients and the members of her own typical yet dysfunctional family. The much loved characters from Wonderland are reinvented in circus form, most are abrasive and intimidating, some even jealous of Alice’s freedom. Far from the Disney classics the emotions and evils in this piece are raw. Don’t be too alarmed though, there is some comic relief, after all some people don’t suffer from insanity; they enjoy every minute of it. BUY TICKETS... http://redbennies.com/events/badass-burlesques-the-brass-bear-cabaret http://redbennies.com/events/badass-burlesques-the-brass-bear-cabaret Fri, 7 Sep 2012 11:46:02 +1000 Badass Burlesque's THE BRASS BEAR CABARET Event Dates Friday, 14th Sep 2012 Event Overview . Burlesque, Magic, Song, Dance and Spectacular Circus... Red Bennies and Badass Burlesque present the premier offering of THE MELBOURNE CABARET FESTIVAL... The Brass Bear Cabaret . From the caravans of the north and the winds of the east, tales of creation from a time of chaos and magic have passed from generation to generation. . The Caravan of the Bear arrives at Red Bennies for a season of Gypsy cabaret, erotic turns of transformation, enchanted creatures of the air, flights of fancy, sirens of song, incredible human feats, magic and wonderment. . The Brass Bear Cabaret from... http://redbennies.com/events/a-hearty-laugh-for-the-heart-foundation-sold-out-show http://redbennies.com/events/a-hearty-laugh-for-the-heart-foundation-sold-out-show Thu, 6 Sep 2012 18:05:24 +1000 A Hearty Laugh for The Heart Foundation SOLD OUT SHOW Event Dates Monday, 1st Oct 2012 Event Overview Charlie Pickering presents. A Hearty Laugh for The Heart Foundation. A night of comedy featuring: Wil Anderson, Dave Hughes, Pete Hellier, Kitty Flanagan ,Eddie Perfect, Tom Gleeson, Lehmo, Dave Thornton, And more! WIL ANDERSONIn amongst hosting smash hit TV shows, in 2011 Wil was busy touring his hit live show Man Vs Wil selling out venues around Australia, earning rave reviews and winning his third consecutive Bulmer's People’s Choice Award at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, not to mention being named one of comedy’s hottest acts by none other than John Cleese,... http://redbennies.com/events/sapphiras-showgirls-student-showcase http://redbennies.com/events/sapphiras-showgirls-student-showcase Mon, 3 Sep 2012 19:02:17 +1000 Sapphira's Showgirls Student Showcase Event Dates Sunday, 16th Sep 2012 Event Overview . Join acclaimed burlesque artist and teacher, Sapphira and her co-teacher Jessabella along with a stunning array of Burlesque Bombshell graduates from Sapphira’s academy as they present their term finale showcase. Sapphira’s Showgirls maybe amateur performers but they know how to razzle dazzle. See a range of props, costumes and ‘tease’ techniques as these Bombshells perform group class routines, solo debut performances plus much more! Enjoy a night of comedy, thrills, spills and sing-a-long with Sapphira, a showgirl who has sung up storm appearing on Australia's Got... http://redbennies.com/events/sapphiras-burlesque-spectactular http://redbennies.com/events/sapphiras-burlesque-spectactular Mon, 3 Sep 2012 17:06:52 +1000 Sapphira's Burlesque Spectactular Event Dates Friday, 26th Oct 2012 Event Overview BACK BY DEMAND. - Sapphira Showgirls return triumphantly after a sold-out debut show that had people being turned away at the door! . - BOYLESQUE DEBUT 'TomKat'. - CHORUS LINE SHOWGIRLS. - SING-A-LONG. - INTERNATIONAL AERIALIST. - RENOWNED BELLY DANCER. A true showgirl at heart with a voice that has been compared to Marilyn Monroe and Billie Holiday, be charmed and seduced by Sapphira - Melbourne's home grown talent and a leading light of vocal delights on the burlesque scene. . "A pioneer of the seductive art." Beat Magazine. Accompanied by her professional troupe of backing dancers,... http://redbennies.com/events/994 http://redbennies.com/events/994 Wed, 29 Aug 2012 16:16:02 +1000 Tales of the Black Forest (X18) Burlesque Event Dates Saturday, 22nd Sep 2012 Event Overview All of your favourite fairy tales like you've never seen them before. Be prepared for the darkest, dirtiest dreams from the denizens of the Black Forest. A wild ride of erotic tales, burlesque beauty and extraordinary circus led by the Emperor himself, Michael Dalton. RED RIDING HOOD. The story of innocence and sin, enjoy an exciting and controversial interpretation of the classic Grimm tale ...of little girls, woodsmen and big bad wolves! . Starring Mistress of the Macabre - Betty Blood as Red. Matthew Targett and Chris Carlos. SNOW WHITE. Naive engenue Snow White falls into all... http://redbennies.com/events/993 http://redbennies.com/events/993 Wed, 29 Aug 2012 16:12:52 +1000 Tales of the Black Forest (X18) Burlesque Event Dates Friday, 21st Sep 2012 Event Overview All of your favourite fairy tales like you've never seen them before. Be prepared for the darkest, dirtiest dreams from the denizens of the Black Forest. A wild ride of erotic tales, burlesque beauty and extraordinary circus, led by the Emperor himself, Michael Dalton. RED RIDING HOOD. The story of innocence and sin, enjoy an exciting and controversial interpretation of the classic Grimm tale ...of little girls, woodsmen and big bad wolves! . Starring Mistress of the Macabre - Betty Blood as Red. Matthew Targett and Chris Carlos. SNOW WHITE. Naive engenue Snow White falls into all... http://redbennies.com/events/tales-of-the-black-forest-x18-burlesque http://redbennies.com/events/tales-of-the-black-forest-x18-burlesque Wed, 29 Aug 2012 11:21:02 +1000 Tales of the Black Forest (X18) Burlesque Event Dates Thursday, 20th Sep 2012 Event Overview All of your favourite fairy tales like you've never seen them before. Be prepared for the darkest, dirtiest dreams from the denizens of the Black Forest. A wild ride of erotic tales, burlesque beauty and extraordinary circus, led by The Empeoror himself, Michael Dalton. RED RIDING HOOD. The story of innocence and sin, enjoy an exciting and controversial interpretation of the classic Grimm tale ...of little girls, woodsmen and big bad wolves! . Starring Mistress of the Macabre - Betty Blood as Red. Matthew Targett and Chris Carlos. SNOW WHITE. Naive engenue Snow White falls into all... http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---december-7 http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---december-7 Tue, 28 Aug 2012 20:30:29 +1000 Smash Jam - December 7 Event Dates Friday, 7th Dec 2012 Event Overview . Every Friday from the 14th Sep. 10:30pm. $15 entry or email luke@thebridgesouthwharf.com for guestlist. Featuring DJs.. LUKE McD, T-REK and DAVE CHESTWIG. http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---adam-hall-amp-the-velvet-playboys http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---adam-hall-amp-the-velvet-playboys Tue, 28 Aug 2012 20:21:25 +1000 SMASH JAM - Adam Hall & The Velvet Playboys Event Dates Friday, 30th Nov 2012 Event Overview . Every Friday from the 14th Sep. 10:30pm. $15 entry or email luke@thebridgesouthwharf.com for guestlist. Featuring DJs.. LUKE McD, T-REK and DAVE CHESTWIG. featuring... TANKTank began her performing arts career at age 9, as a classical ballet and Balkan folk dancer in her hometown of Pittsburgh, USA. She then moved to Chicago where she earned her Bachelors in Fine Arts, majoring in costume design. Inspired by working for a Cirque du Soleil show in 2003, she began private lessons in trapeze with Shayna Swanson. Shortly after, she joined the Aloft Aerial Dance company. She moved to the land... http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---friday-november-23rd http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---friday-november-23rd Tue, 28 Aug 2012 20:19:35 +1000 SMASH JAM - Friday November 23rd Event Dates Friday, 23rd Nov 2012 Event Overview . Every Friday from the 14th Sep. 10:30pm. $15 entry or email luke@thebridgesouthwharf.com for guestlist. Featuring DJs.. LUKE McD, T-REK and DAVE CHESTWIG. with special performances by... DEFYDefy is an enigmatic Cirlesque performer with dark and mysterious characters to captivate the imagination and tantalise your senses. With a background in musical theatre, Defy’s shows are more than just a 10 min spot, but a story brought to life. Whether performing on the ground or in the air, Defy will leave you breathless... http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---friday-november-16th http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---friday-november-16th Tue, 28 Aug 2012 20:17:27 +1000 SMASH JAM - Friday November 16th Event Dates Friday, 16th Nov 2012 Event Overview . Every Friday. 10:30pm. $15 entry or email luke@thebridgesouthwharf.com for guestlist. Featuring DJs.. LUKE McD and friends.. http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---friday-november-9th http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---friday-november-9th Tue, 28 Aug 2012 20:15:56 +1000 Smash Jam - Friday November 9th Event Dates Friday, 9th Nov 2012 Event Overview . Every Friday. 10:30pm. $15 entry or email luke@thebridgesouthwharf.com for guestlist. Featuring DJs.. LUKE McD and jamsters.. Smash Jam, the weekly mash up session where we smash disco into funk and fun into fever, Michael Jackson has never sounded so black, Prince hits royalty status and the dance floor becomes your playground. Add to that some live jams with Davarj on bass and Luke McD on horn and you have a Smash Jam.Membership requires you to take being silly very seriously, summer is looking big with some guests so special we cant even tell you. Stay tuned and sign up for first... http://redbennies.com/events/twisted-kids-present-smash-jam---friday-november-2nd http://redbennies.com/events/twisted-kids-present-smash-jam---friday-november-2nd Tue, 28 Aug 2012 20:12:18 +1000 Twisted Kids present SMASH JAM - Friday November 2nd Event Dates Friday, 2nd Nov 2012 Event Overview . Every Friday. 10:30pm. $15 entry or email luke@thebridgesouthwharf.com for guestlist. Featuring DJs.. LUKE McD, Davarj and friends.. Smash Jam, the weekly mash up session where we smash disco into funk and fun into fever, Michael Jackson has never sounded so black, Prince hits royalty status and the dance floor becomes your playground. Add to that some live jams with Davarj on bass and Luke McD on horn and you have a Smash Jam.Membership requires you to take being silly very seriously, summer is looking big with some guests so special we cant even tell you. Stay tuned and sign up... http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---friday-october-26th http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---friday-october-26th Tue, 28 Aug 2012 19:49:52 +1000 SMASH JAM - Friday October 26th Event Dates Friday, 26th Oct 2012 Event Overview . Every Friday from the 14th Sep. 10:30pm. $15 entry or email luke@thebridgesouthwharf.com for guestlist. Featuring DJs.. LUKE McD and friends.Smash Jam, the weekly mash up session where we smash disco into funk and fun into fever, Michael Jackson has never sounded so black, Prince hits royalty status and the dance floor becomes your playground. Add to that some live jams with Davarj on bass and Luke McD on horn and you have a Smash Jam.Membership requires you to take being silly very seriously, summer is looking big with some guests so special we cant even tell you. Stay tuned and... http://redbennies.com/events/twisted-kids-present-smash-jam---friday-october-19th http://redbennies.com/events/twisted-kids-present-smash-jam---friday-october-19th Tue, 28 Aug 2012 19:48:06 +1000 Twisted Kids present SMASH JAM - Friday October 19th Event Dates Friday, 19th Oct 2012 Event Overview . Every Friday from the 14th Sep. 10:30pm. $15 entry or email luke@thebridgesouthwharf.com for guestlist. Featuring DJs.. LUKE McD, Lil Rocco, Davarj on bass. Smash Jam, the weekly mash up session where we smash disco into funk and fun into fever, Michael Jackson has never sounded so black, Prince hits royalty status and the dance floor becomes your playground. Add to that some live jams with Davarj on bass and Luke McD on horn and you have a Smash Jam.Membership requires you to take being silly very seriously, summer is looking big with some guests so special we cant even tell you. Stay ... http://redbennies.com/events/twisted-kids-presents-smash-jam---friday-october-12th http://redbennies.com/events/twisted-kids-presents-smash-jam---friday-october-12th Tue, 28 Aug 2012 19:43:09 +1000 Twisted Kids presents SMASH JAM - Friday October 12th Event Dates Friday, 12th Oct 2012 Event Overview . Every Friday. 10:30pm. $15 entry or email luke@thebridgesouthwharf.com for guestlist. Music you can dance to, People you can dance with.The age-old argument of whether or not a DJ is a musician is finally put to the test as we put together some of Melbourne's finest DJ's with musicians from around town and accross the globe!Smash Jam turns up the volume in its second month with the stage set and the bass turned up to 11. Luke McD left town with the circus but has returned with some new tricks up his sleeves. This week we give him the stage from start to end to show us how many... http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---friday-october-5th http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---friday-october-5th Tue, 28 Aug 2012 19:40:37 +1000 SMASH JAM - Friday October 5th Event Dates Friday, 5th Oct 2012 Event Overview . Every Friday from the 14th Sep. 10:30pm. $15 entry or email luke@thebridgesouthwharf.com for guestlist. Featuring DJs.. LUKE McD, T-REK and DAVE CHESTWIG. http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---friday-september-28th http://redbennies.com/events/smash-jam---friday-september-28th Tue, 28 Aug 2012 18:51:38 +1000 SMASH JAM - Friday September 28th Event Dates Friday, 28th Sep 2012 Event Overview . Every Friday from the 14th Sep. 10:30pm. $15 entry or email luke@thebridgesouthwharf.com for guestlist. Smash Jam, a bunch of nuts getting together to enjoy music and performance at Red Bennies weekly and around town at specially arranged invitational events. To be part of us you need to show us your inner extravert as we are a bunch of outgoing people into expressing ourselves without restriction . . . dance like no one's watching sing like your in the shower and dont be afraid to share it. . So to join this merry bunch of fun bandits simply film yourself singing or dancing to your... http://redbennies.com/events/twisted-kids-presents---smash-jam http://redbennies.com/events/twisted-kids-presents---smash-jam Tue, 28 Aug 2012 18:02:20 +1000 Twisted Kids Presents - SMASH JAM Event Dates Friday, 14th Sep 2012 Event Overview . Music you can dance to, People you can dance with.The age-old argument of whether or not a DJ is a musician is finally put to the test as we put together some of Melbourne's finest DJ's with musicians from around town and accross the globe. The people who brought you Mark Ronson and DJ Lord at Vineyard and the crew from Smash Bang combine to bring you a night full of fun. Expect performance, expect to sing along, dance and shout as we jam together music from now and then throwing bass lines and beats over discofied hits and misses. Watch this space as special guests drop in to add their own... http://redbennies.com/events/978 http://redbennies.com/events/978 Tue, 28 Aug 2012 14:47:07 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - ALL MALE REVUE! Event Dates Sunday, 9th Sep 2012 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/977 http://redbennies.com/events/977 Tue, 28 Aug 2012 14:41:12 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - ALL MALE REVUE Event Dates Sunday, 11th Nov 2012 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-marissa-and-jonathan-skovron-double-ep-launch http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-marissa-and-jonathan-skovron-double-ep-launch Mon, 27 Aug 2012 15:18:58 +1000 RB LIVE: MARISSA AND JONATHAN SKOVRON DOUBLE EP LAUNCH! Event Dates Thursday, 27th Sep 2012 Event Overview . Melbourne brother and sister duo Marissa and Jonathan Skovron combine their considerable talents to present a unique double EP release party on Thursday 27 September.. Marissa’s cooly sophisticated Chasing Rainbows and Jonathan’s lyrical indie pop release In the Land will both be launched on the night.. Jonathan says, “Marissa and I have grown up playing music together, and I share a musical understanding with her that I don't feel I have with anyone else. It’s great that we have different skills and ideas yet we share a creative musical vision.” . Marissa... http://redbennies.com/events/973 http://redbennies.com/events/973 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 18:19:08 +1000 I Love Old School Event Dates Friday, 7th Sep 2012 Event Overview 90's & 00's R&B all night. http://redbennies.com/events/amazing-airship-adventure-late-show http://redbennies.com/events/amazing-airship-adventure-late-show Wed, 15 Aug 2012 16:33:52 +1000 Amazing Airship Adventure Late Show Event Dates Friday, 17th Aug 2012 Event Overview Featuring the 2012 International Queen of Burlesque in her first Melbourne show. The Hammer Brothers present a spectacular fantasy of magic, circus, music:To all the illustrious ladies and to the gentlemen most distinguished, . Prepare for a carnival of cogs and gears, brass and bronze, beauty and wonder, interstellar delights and bachhanalian excess! On this most auguste August the 17th at Red Bennies nightclub, we will exhibit the finest and most exotic performers from throughout the multiverse in a surrealist adventure of Munchausian spirit: Acrobats! Burlesque! Magic! ... http://redbennies.com/events/magic-night---all-male-revue http://redbennies.com/events/magic-night---all-male-revue Mon, 6 Aug 2012 15:46:43 +1000 MAGIC NIGHT - ALL MALE REVUE! Event Dates Sunday, 2nd Sep 2012 Event Overview You've seen the Movie, now live the fantasy as Melbourne's premier venue for high class erotica now showcases the Boys! Get your fill of Man flesh with all the best Male Strip, Boylesque, Go Go and Spectacular Aerial performance. . Red Bennies is proud to offer the personal touch with waiters as well as fabulous cocktails in the very best All male revue. MAGIC NIGHT... . http://redbennies.com/events/salon-boudoir---late-night-show http://redbennies.com/events/salon-boudoir---late-night-show Mon, 6 Aug 2012 13:40:42 +1000 Salon Boudoir - Late Night Show Event Dates Friday, 10th Aug 2012 Event Overview . Salon Boudoir - A Late Night Romp of Sassy Burlesque Starlets!!!. Produced by Dolores Daiquiri - Australia's Classic Tease Queen! . 'Salon Boudoir is a naughty romp into the seductive world of the Boudoir! If you love sultry, sizzling and saucy burlesque with a bit of good old fashioned Bump n’ Grind then this is the show for you!! Let the girls take you on a journey into their seductress 'den' as they tease up a frenzy with their breathtaking performances. They will leave you gasping for more and have you on the edge of your seat!! . You will not be disappointed! DOLORES... http://redbennies.com/events/bigtop-saturdays---dixie-tricks- http://redbennies.com/events/bigtop-saturdays---dixie-tricks- Thu, 2 Aug 2012 14:50:17 +1000 BIGTOP Saturdays - DIXIE TRICKS Event Dates Saturday, 20th Oct 2012 Event Overview The legendary BIGTOP Saturdays... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. BIGTOP Saturday steps it up a notch! . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers ... http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---rbs-1990s-party http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---rbs-1990s-party Tue, 31 Jul 2012 17:23:04 +1000 Big Bennies - RB's 1990's Party! Event Dates Saturday, 29th Sep 2012 Event Overview The legendary BIG BENNIES... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. Big Bennies steps it up a notch! . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest... http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---fresh-feats http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---fresh-feats Tue, 31 Jul 2012 16:50:53 +1000 Big Bennies - Fresh Feats! Event Dates Saturday, 8th Sep 2012 Event Overview Fresh Feats is a feast of the newest, most spectacular world class young circus performers.See them hit the stage in a frenzy, before they head off to perform at the Auch Circus Festival in Paris.Presented by Cup O' Tea Productions. Featuring:Hannah Starling:Hailing from the Un ited Kingdom, Hannah combines her skills as a professional dancer with aerial intrigue, creating performances that will leave you breathless.Having worked as a professional dancer in Europe and Asia, Hannah arrived in Australia to further her skills at the prestigious National Institute of Circus Arts,... http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-burlesque---friday-september-7th http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-burlesque---friday-september-7th Tue, 31 Jul 2012 16:45:45 +1000 Kit Kat Club Burlesque - Friday September 7th Event Dates Friday, 7th Sep 2012 Event Overview Melbourne's premier burlesque artists bring you a boundary breaking new format, KIT KAT CLUB BURLESQUE that will leave you on the edge of your seat and gasping for breath. A little bit twisted with lashings of raunch, Kit Kat Club Burlesque provides the best evening's entertainment available in Melbourne. . So with cocktail in hand step into a hazy world where not everything is as it seems and rules were meant to be broken, where inhibition is left behind with the tug of a garter and toss of a glove. http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---saturday-september-1 http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---saturday-september-1 Tue, 31 Jul 2012 16:37:46 +1000 Big Bennies - Saturday September 1 Event Dates Saturday, 1st Sep 2012 Event Overview Celebrate the first day of summer at Red Bennies! The legendary BIG BENNIES... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. Big Bennies steps it up a notch! . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local ... http://redbennies.com/events/the-magicians-burlesque-spectacular http://redbennies.com/events/the-magicians-burlesque-spectacular Tue, 31 Jul 2012 15:18:52 +1000 The Magicians Burlesque Spectacular Event Dates Friday, 24th Aug 2012 Saturday, 25th Aug 2012 Sunday, 26th Aug 2012 Event Overview . A trio of spectacular nights featuring BEN MURPHY - International Act of the Year, Escape Artist of the Year, World Record Holder. Australia’s #1 Illusionist and Magician Ben Murphy is fast becoming one of the worlds most popular and original entertainers. His unique blend of comedy, magic and illusion has been bringing audiences to their feet right across the globe. . Ben has a huge following around the world. He has broken the World Record for the “Most Escapes from the Chinese Water Torture Cell”, beating even Houdini himself! He's sold out 1000's of shows the world... http://redbennies.com/events/the-amazing-airship-adventure-feat-imogen-kelly-burlesque- http://redbennies.com/events/the-amazing-airship-adventure-feat-imogen-kelly-burlesque- Tue, 31 Jul 2012 15:15:08 +1000 THE AMAZING AIRSHIP ADVENTURE feat IMOGEN KELLY Burlesque Event Dates Friday, 17th Aug 2012 Event Overview Featuring the 2012 International Queen of Burlesque in her first Melbourne show. The Hammer Brothers present a spectacular fantasy of magic, circus, music:To all the illustrious ladies and to the gentlemen most distinguished, . Prepare for a carnival of cogs and gears, brass and bronze, beauty and wonder, interstellar delights and bachhanalian excess! On this most auguste August the 17th at Red Bennies nightclub, we will exhibit the finest and most exotic performers from throughout the multiverse in a surrealist adventure of Munchausian spirit: Acrobats! Burlesque! Magic! Cocktails!... http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-melbourne-uncovered http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-melbourne-uncovered Mon, 23 Jul 2012 20:06:09 +1000 RB LIVE presents: Melbourne Uncovered Event Dates Thursday, 13th Sep 2012 Event Overview Red Bennies Live Thursdays is warming up your winter with four. SIZZLING shows in one night. . With $10 entry, $3 pots, $4 pizzas, $5 basics. And for your viewing pleasure:. 7pm Acoustic Covers from local musicians. 9pm Local Band showcase. 11pm Dance your tooshie off to our special house dj's. 12am Our special extra naughty MIDNIGHT BURLESQUE SHOW. . http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-live-mzwood-rest-room-walls-video-launch- http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-live-mzwood-rest-room-walls-video-launch- Thu, 28 Jun 2012 21:54:58 +1000 RB's Live: MZWOOD "Rest Room Walls" (Video Launch) Event Dates Thursday, 5th Jul 2012 Event Overview Her name, MZ.WOOD. Her band, AMAZing. The music video, Rest Room Walls. What to expect, a dope show is all!! You never quite know what’s going to happen at an MZ. show but with this night being the release of their debut music video, I think MZ.WOOD and her band are planning something quite special. The evening hosted by none other then JMAC, the main purpose of the show is to firstly thank the people who were involved in creating the video. Second to that, if there’s a reason to party MZ.WOOD and her eagerly awaiting fans are not ones to let that moment pass. COSMO BLACK will be... http://redbennies.com/events/holy-ship-the-stageshow- http://redbennies.com/events/holy-ship-the-stageshow- Thu, 28 Jun 2012 21:19:21 +1000 HOLY SHIP! The Stageshow. Event Dates Thursday, 30th Aug 2012 Friday, 31st Aug 2012 Saturday, 1st Sep 2012 Event Overview . Loss, desire, rum, jealousy and true love; a rollicking’ fringe arts adventure of epic proportions set across the high seas.. An all-original, spectacular production developed by Danae Vincent, jam packed with song, dance, circus, saucy burlesque stageshows and sexy drunken sailors. A Male Chorus-line, a Female Chorus-line, Contortion, Tap Dance, and racy Burlesque, Holy Ship is a swingin’ sexy musical comedy and inspiring 3-act show with six all-original dynamic, big band numbers. Come on a trip back in time to 1935 Charleston, experience a tale of love, loss and hard... http://redbennies.com/events/the-2012-royal-rumble http://redbennies.com/events/the-2012-royal-rumble Thu, 28 Jun 2012 17:46:54 +1000 THE 2012 ROYAL RUMBLE! Event Dates Sunday, 14th Oct 2012 Event Overview ¡Esta tarta esta de muerte! ¡Exquisita!. Red Bennies invites you, muchacho, to the biggest show going down, the grandest of the grand, the finale of finales, ROYAL RUMBLE! . Witness the cream of Melbourne's Fringe Arts performers, hand picked to enter into mortal combat in the Red Bennies Mexican Wrestling ring of carny carnage! Burlesque vs Vaudeville! Comedians vs Cabaret! Mime vs Circus! All to the sounds of DJ Knave Knixx and hosted by non other than Melbourne’s very own Andrew McLelland! ¡Lets get ready to rrrrrrrumble!. featuring...ANDREW McLELLANDAndrew is a... http://redbennies.com/events/glitta-supernovas-pretty-peepers-cabaret http://redbennies.com/events/glitta-supernovas-pretty-peepers-cabaret Wed, 27 Jun 2012 16:32:34 +1000 Glitta Supernova's PRETTY PEEPERS CABARET Event Dates Saturday, 13th Oct 2012 Event Overview Pretty Peepers cabaret & music salon comes to Melbourne Fringe Festival and Red Bennies for an exclusive 3 night season. Strap into your harnesses for a very special night of the quirky, cheeky, absurd & surreal from Thurs 11 to Sat 13 of October. . Sexy & Funny mingle in this twinkling & unique night of psychedelia. Known for its theatrical extravagance, Pretty Peepers Cabaret is the underground pleasure palace of artistic & intellectual abandon, where the diversity of creativity, illusion & desire are celebrated in a Variety Night thats been the darling of the... http://redbennies.com/events/alice-in-the-madhouse- http://redbennies.com/events/alice-in-the-madhouse- Wed, 27 Jun 2012 16:08:20 +1000 Alice in the Madhouse Event Dates Saturday, 6th Oct 2012 Event Overview . Alice finds herself lost in a strange and unrecognisable world until she starts to see the similarities between the madhouse patients and the members of her own typical yet dysfunctional family. The much loved characters from Wonderland are reinvented in circus form, most are abrasive and intimidating, some even jealous of Alice’s freedom. Far from the Disney classics the emotions and evils in this piece are raw. Don’t be too alarmed though, there is some comic relief, after all some people don’t suffer from insanity; they enjoy every minute of it. http://redbennies.com/events/bring-back-the-showgirl http://redbennies.com/events/bring-back-the-showgirl Wed, 27 Jun 2012 15:09:36 +1000 BRING BACK THE SHOWGIRL! Event Dates Thursday, 27th Sep 2012 Event Overview . Bring Back the ShowGirl from Cassandra Jane on Vimeo. Cassandra Jane presents… Bring Back the Showgirl! . A living fantasy of Showgirl style and Burlesque beauty rolled into one fabulous show. Showcasing award winning Australian performers, this production infuses the best of old-time showgirl glamour, with the new wave of BIG Burlesque. Direct from Worldwide tour for Melbourne Fringe 2012 at the gorgeous Red Bennies! . CASSANDRA JANE. BELLA DE JACSTRAWBERRY SIREN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BUY TICKETS THURSDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER. . . . . . . . BUY TICKETS FRIDAY... http://redbennies.com/events/wax-therapy1 http://redbennies.com/events/wax-therapy1 Sat, 23 Jun 2012 11:41:32 +1000 WAX THERAPY.1 Event Dates Friday, 20th Jul 2012 Event Overview A NIGHT OF STRICKLY VINYL DJ'S. ALL ON THE GROOVE TIP . PLAYING EVERYTHING FROM . AFRO/FUNK/DISCO/LATIN/HIP HOP & ASSORTED GROOVE'S OFF THE PLASTIC FANTASTIC. . STRICKLY NO LAPTOP'S, COMPUTER'S, SERATO,TRAKTOR PROGRAMS AND NO MP3'S. . FT. MELB'S FINEST VINYL COLLECTOR'S DJ'S BUSTING OUT THAT SEXY OLD GOLD FROM THERE PRIVATE DUSTY CRATE'S FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY GOING TO BE A NIGHT OF PEEPS ON THE FLOOR NO DOUBT! . DJ JUMP'S(Cat Empire). MANCHILD(Soul-a-go-go). PREQUEL(Soliaquay,Illy). PERIL(1200 Techniques,Street Elite). MIKE GURRIERI(Sunny Side Up Kissfm). LIVE PERCUSSION! . GLIST PRICE $10.... http://redbennies.com/events/2012-melbourne-cabaret-festival-closing-night-gala- http://redbennies.com/events/2012-melbourne-cabaret-festival-closing-night-gala- Thu, 21 Jun 2012 14:45:09 +1000 2012 MELBOURNE CABARET FESTIVAL CLOSING NIGHT GALA Event Dates Sunday, 22nd Jul 2012 Event Overview . A star-studded sampling of acts from across the Festival and beyond, as Melbourne’s cabaret community comes out to support equal marriage rights. This night is a joint fundraiser for Australian Marriage Equality and Melbourne Cabaret Limited, generously supported by the team at Red Bennies. Featuring... Yana Alana (greenroom award winner). THE MELBOURNE CABARET FESTIVALMelbourne Cabaret Limited is a new not-for-profit organisation dedicated to providing opportunities for high quality cabaret performers and to foster the development of emerging and mid-career cabaret talent. It... http://redbennies.com/events/the-marvelous-wonderettes-amp-friends-in-cabaret http://redbennies.com/events/the-marvelous-wonderettes-amp-friends-in-cabaret Wed, 20 Jun 2012 14:55:16 +1000 The Marvelous Wonderettes & Friends in Cabaret Event Dates Wednesday, 25th Jul 2012 Event Overview Penelope Pushpump Presents… The Marvelous Wonderettes & Friends in cabaret. . An intimate evening of song featuring the stars of the Australian premier production of The Marvelous Wonderettes and their friends hosted by the outrageous and irrepressible Penelope Pushpump. With cabaret standards, girl group hits and a little Latin flavour and featuring performances by award winning artists alongside up and coming emerging musical theatre performers, Penelope Pushpump is not to be missed! . New performers are being added to the line up every day, so be sure to check out the website... http://redbennies.com/events/946 http://redbennies.com/events/946 Fri, 15 Jun 2012 09:04:54 +1000 One Night In Paris Event Dates Friday, 6th Jul 2012 Event Overview The City of Light is no less bright at night. Paris' versatility is nowhere more visible than on a night out. Whether you yearn to mingle with the fashion set or experience a grittier night scene, a memorable night out is virtually guaranteed. Paris is one of the worlds best party scenes and we going to show you why. . ----------------------------------------------------------. One Night Events (ONE) presents. One Night in Paris. Friday 6th July 2012. @ RED BENNIES, 373 Chapel st, South Yarra (Opposite Chasers). DJs - KEN WALKER, SUGABASS, JUSTIN NG vs DAVID V, SAMUS JAY, DEKDRUM (LIVE... http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club---friday-august-24 http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club---friday-august-24 Thu, 14 Jun 2012 16:18:09 +1000 Kit Kat Club - Friday August 24 Event Dates Friday, 24th Aug 2012 Event Overview Melbourne's premier burlesque artists bring you a boundary breaking new format, KIT KAT CLUB BURLESQUE that will leave you on the edge of your seat and gasping for breath. A little bit twisted with lashings of raunch, Kit Kat Club Burlesque provides the best evening's entertainment available in Melbourne. . So with cocktail in hand step into a hazy world where not everything is as it seems and rules were meant to be broken, where inhibition is left behind with the tug of a garter and toss of a glove. http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---1980s-era-party http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---1980s-era-party Thu, 14 Jun 2012 15:25:21 +1000 Big Bennies - 1980s Era Party Event Dates Saturday, 18th Aug 2012 Event Overview Red Bennies continues its era parties with a flashback to perhaps the most popular recent decade of all... the 1980s. Relieve the hair, the sound, the fashion and the attitude, as Big Bennies takes you back to the '80s. . IMOGEN KELLY. Imogen Kelly is Australia's first lady of striptease. This darling of the demimonde, bon vivant and plaything of millionaires is internationally renowned as Australia's Queen of burlesque. She has dazzled on every level of showgirl stardom including everything from the Moulin Rouge kick lines, peep shows in Tokyo, Japanese topless weddings, Gypsy circus... http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club---friday-august-31 http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club---friday-august-31 Thu, 14 Jun 2012 15:18:03 +1000 Kit Kat Club - Friday August 31 Event Dates Friday, 31st Aug 2012 Event Overview Melbourne's premier burlesque artists bring you a boundary breaking new format, KIT KAT CLUB BURLESQUE that will leave you on the edge of your seat and gasping for breath. A little bit twisted with lashings of raunch, Kit Kat Club Burlesque provides the best evening's entertainment available in Melbourne. . So with cocktail in hand step into a hazy world where not everything is as it seems and rules were meant to be broken, where inhibition is left behind with the tug of a garter and toss of a glove. http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---olympic-special http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---olympic-special Thu, 14 Jun 2012 14:38:47 +1000 Big Bennies - Olympic Special Event Dates Saturday, 11th Aug 2012 Event Overview . Faster! Higher! Stronger! - The passion of the Olympic games has run away to the RED BENNIES CIRCUS!..... Featuring the Olympic Torch, Athletics, Swimming, Diving, Archery, Gymnastics, Wrestling and more! . Your favourite sports come to life inside the Olympic ring. . REPRESENTING THE UNITED KINGDOM:. HANNAH TROTTHailing from the United Kingdom, Hannah combines her skills as aprofessional dancer with aerial intrigue, creating performances that will leave you breathless.Having worked as a professional dancer in Europe and Asia, Hannah arrived in Australia to further her skills at... http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-presents-abfs-salon-boudoir http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-presents-abfs-salon-boudoir Thu, 14 Jun 2012 14:35:09 +1000 Kit Kat Club presents ABF's Salon Boudoir Event Dates Friday, 10th Aug 2012 Event Overview Salon BoudoirProduced by Dolores Daiquiri - Australia's Classic Tease Queen! . 'Salon Boudoir is a naughty romp into the seductive world of the Boudoir! If you love sultry, sizzling and saucy burlesque with a bit of good old fashioned Bump n’ Grind then this is the show for you!! Let the girls take you on a journey into their seductress 'den' as they tease up a frenzy with their breathtaking performances. They will leave you gasping for more and have you on the edge of your seat!! . You will not be disappointed! DOLORES DAQUIRIWith a shimmy of her feather boa and a wiggle of her hip,... http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---saturday-august-4 http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---saturday-august-4 Thu, 14 Jun 2012 14:24:28 +1000 Big Bennies - Saturday August 4 Event Dates Saturday, 4th Aug 2012 Event Overview The legendary BIG BENNIES... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. Big Bennies steps it up a notch! . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a ... http://redbennies.com/events/sapphiras-showgirl-spectacular---aug-3 http://redbennies.com/events/sapphiras-showgirl-spectacular---aug-3 Thu, 14 Jun 2012 14:18:23 +1000 Sapphira's Showgirl Spectacular - Aug 3 Event Dates Friday, 3rd Aug 2012 Event Overview BACK BY DEMAND (PRESALE TICKETS SOLD OUT). (Door Tickets Only - Subject to Availability). - Sapphira Showgirls return triumphantly after a sold-out debut show that had people being turned away at the door! . - CHORUS LINE SHOWGIRLS. - SING-A-LONG. - INTERNATIONAL AERIALIST. - RENOWNED BELLY DANCER. A true showgirl at heart with a voice that has been compared to Marilyn Monroe and Billie Holiday, be charmed and seduced by Sapphira - Melbourne's home grown talent and a leading light of vocal delights on the burlesque scene. . "A pioneer of the seductive art." Beat Magazine. Accompanied by her... http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club---friday-july-27 http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club---friday-july-27 Thu, 14 Jun 2012 14:11:37 +1000 Kit Kat Club - Friday July 27 Event Dates Friday, 27th Jul 2012 Event Overview Melbourne's premier burlesque artists bring you a boundary breaking new format, KIT KAT CLUB BURLESQUE that will leave you on the edge of your seat and gasping for breath. A little bit twisted with lashings of raunch, Kit Kat Club Burlesque provides the best evening's entertainment available in Melbourne. . So with cocktail in hand step into a hazy world where not everything is as it seems and rules were meant to be broken, where inhibition is left behind with the tug of a garter and toss of a glove. featuring... BECKY LOU. SCARLETT. JESSAMAE ST. JAMES.... http://redbennies.com/events/the-love-boat-by-badass-burlesque http://redbennies.com/events/the-love-boat-by-badass-burlesque Thu, 14 Jun 2012 13:47:57 +1000 THE LOVE BOAT by Badass Burlesque Event Dates Friday, 13th Jul 2012 Event Overview Making another run, but for the first time at Red Bennies, join the crew of the love boat, the Captain, MC Mat Hedgraf is joined by singers and showgirls for one night only on THE LOVE BOAT. Featuring show girls: Bella de Jac, Virtue Van Tassel and Adelaide Everheart to steal your hearts. Minnie Andrews, Scott McLeod and the Bad Boys of Music Theatre to tantalize your ears. Plus... Newcomer showgirl troupe the La Rouge Dancers are here to add that extra sparkle to your cruising experience. . BELLA DE JACFresh back from her worldwide tour with "Bring Back The Showgirl" Australia’s... http://redbennies.com/events/all-dragged-out---every-sunday http://redbennies.com/events/all-dragged-out---every-sunday Wed, 13 Jun 2012 10:25:05 +1000 All Dragged Out - Every Sunday Event Dates Sunday, 17th Jun 2012 Sunday, 24th Jun 2012 Sunday, 1st Jul 2012 Sunday, 8th Jul 2012 Sunday, 15th Jul 2012 Sunday, 29th Jul 2012 Event Overview EVERY SUNDAY AT RED BENNIES - FREE ENTRY ALL NIGHT. Red Bennies camp Sunday entertainment has stepped up its offerings when Rocco’s D’Amore’s ALL DRAGGED OUT! Show is joined by Abril Latrene’s “THANK GOD YOU’RE QUEER” for the afternoon punters. A mind bending mix of Theatre Sports, Trivia, Speed Bingo, Speed Dating, Speed, and Twister. . The Art-Deco performing arts venue is already hosting the successful talent show on Sundays with Rocco, Abril Latrine and Swish Everready, which has been barrelling in to the wee hours of the morning,... http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---1970s-night http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---1970s-night Thu, 7 Jun 2012 17:11:39 +1000 Big Bennies - 1970s Night Event Dates Saturday, 28th Jul 2012 Event Overview Big Bennies welcomes back the 1970s for a fully infused night of disco, rock n roll and trippy shows. It's Saturday Night Live all over again, as this 70s show hits Red Bennies for an unforgettable romp. Put the date aside as this is one not to be missed, and get ready to suit up 70s style to dance the night away. featuring... MC J'STAN DUPONT. ANNA LUMB. Anna Lumb is a Melbourne based artist and performer specializing in Acrobatics/Adagio, Trapeze, Hula hoops and Fire. Formerly trained in gymnastics and dance she has over six years performance experience including working with world renown... http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---sold-out http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---sold-out Thu, 7 Jun 2012 16:36:36 +1000 Big Bennies - Sold Out Event Dates Saturday, 21st Jul 2012 Event Overview The all-new BIG BENNIES... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. Big Bennies steps it up a notch! . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a... http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---saturday-july-7th http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---saturday-july-7th Thu, 7 Jun 2012 16:25:22 +1000 Big Bennies - Saturday July 7th Event Dates Saturday, 7th Jul 2012 Event Overview The all-new BIG BENNIES... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. Big Bennies steps it up a notch! . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a ... http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club---friday-july-6 http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club---friday-july-6 Thu, 7 Jun 2012 16:17:37 +1000 Kit Kat Club - Friday July 6 Event Dates Friday, 6th Jul 2012 Event Overview . The best in burlesque and seductive entertainment continues with the weekly KIT KAT CLUB burlesque series at Red Bennies. A little bit twisted with lashings of raunch, Kit Kat Club Burlesque provides the best evening's entertainment available in Melbourne. . So with cocktail in hand step into a hazy world where not everything is as it seems and rules were meant to be broken, where inhibition is left behind with the tug of a garter and toss of a glove. featuring.... JESSAMAE ST. JAMES. PEACHY DREAM. MIMI LA NOIRE. http://redbennies.com/events/club-bennies-feat-phil-k-vs-ozzie-la---4-hour-set http://redbennies.com/events/club-bennies-feat-phil-k-vs-ozzie-la---4-hour-set Tue, 5 Jun 2012 17:13:01 +1000 Club Bennies feat. Phil K vs. Ozzie LA - 4 hour set! Event Dates Saturday, 9th Jun 2012 Event Overview . After a combined 50 years of DJing and record collecting, Ozzie LA & Phil K are without doubt two of Australia's most respected club DJs. Late last year they combined forces and started their own monthly night, "Slomotion Social Club" which has taken Melbourne's northside by storm! . This Saturday night, we have invited them across the river to bring the funk over to the southside and headline BIG BENNIES for a massive 4 hour set. Expect a mix of funk, soul, cosmic disco & everything in-between mixed with absolute precision. For more info or to RSVP, please visit our Facebook... http://redbennies.com/events/sapphiras-showgirls---burlesque-spectacular-launch http://redbennies.com/events/sapphiras-showgirls---burlesque-spectacular-launch Wed, 30 May 2012 11:38:47 +1000 Sapphira's Showgirls - Burlesque Spectacular Launch Event Dates Friday, 22nd Jun 2012 Event Overview . At last, Sapphira's Showgirls Professional Troupe debuts... . - Chorus line showgirls. - Showtune favourites -. Sing-a-long. - International aerial artist, Mimi Le Noire (UK/RUSSIA). A true showgirl at heart with a voice that has been compared to Marilyn Monroe and Billie Holiday, be charmed and seduced by Sapphira - Melbourne's home grown talent and a leading light of vocal delights on the burlesque scene. An international performer, Sapphira has twinkled the stage worldwide including Pacha (UK), Ministry of Sound (UK), London Burlesque Festival (UK), Burning Man (USA), co-founded the... http://redbennies.com/events/c-amp-c-music-factory-us-live http://redbennies.com/events/c-amp-c-music-factory-us-live Tue, 29 May 2012 18:56:08 +1000 C & C Music Factory (US) Live Event Dates Thursday, 12th Jul 2012 Event Overview DELTA BRAVO PRESENTS. C&C MUSIC FACTORY. FEATURING FREEDOM WILLIAMS. ONE OFF MELBOURNE SHOW! . . With 35 Music Industry awards under their belt, undoubtedly one of the biggest dance groups of the 90’s was C&C Music Factory. Throughout the early 90’s, they perfected the art of catchy pop songs with a house, techno and hip hop mash. The brainchild of two Grammy Award winning pop-savvy dance producers, Robert Clivilles and David Cole, C&C Music Factory delivered catchy dance songs, which remain a part of pop culture some twenty years after release. The group was given a... http://redbennies.com/events/sapphiras-showgirls---burlesque-spectacular http://redbennies.com/events/sapphiras-showgirls---burlesque-spectacular Tue, 29 May 2012 17:04:49 +1000 Sapphira's Showgirls - Burlesque Spectacular Event Dates Event Overview A true showgirl at heart with a voice that has been compared to Marilyn Monroe and Billie Holiday, be charmed and seduced by Sapphira - Melbourne's home grown talent and a leading light of vocal delights on the burlesque scene.. "A pioneer of the seductive art." Beat Magazine. Accompanied by her professional troupe of backing dancers, Sapphira’s Showgirls, this night provides a heady mix of gorgeous dames, heart-melting songs a true sensory treat to behold! All dancers are former graduates of Sapphira's Showgirls Burlesque Academy and these gals have been hand-picked and... http://redbennies.com/events/all-dragged-out---sunday-june-3 http://redbennies.com/events/all-dragged-out---sunday-june-3 Tue, 29 May 2012 14:11:36 +1000 All Dragged Out - Sunday June 3 Event Dates Sunday, 3rd Jun 2012 Event Overview EVERY SUNDAY AT RED BENNIES - FREE ENTRY ALL NIGHT. Red Bennies camp Sunday entertainment has stepped up its offerings when Rocco’s D’Amore’s ALL DRAGGED OUT! Show is joined by Abril Latrene’s “THANK GOD YOU’RE QUEER” for the afternoon punters. A mind bending mix of Theatre Sports, Trivia, Speed Bingo, Speed Dating, Speed, and Twister. . The Art-Deco performing arts venue is already hosting the successful talent show on Sundays with Rocco and Anita Bier which has been barrelling in to the wee hours of the morning, ‘THANK GOD YOU’RE... http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-friday-june-22nd http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-friday-june-22nd Thu, 24 May 2012 18:59:31 +1000 Kit Kat Club Friday June 22nd Event Dates Friday, 22nd Jun 2012 Event Overview Melbourne's premier burleque artists bring you a boundary breaking new format, KIT KAT CLUB BURLESQUE that will leave you on the edge of your seat and gasping for breath. A little bit twisted with lashings of raunch, Kit Kat Club Burlesque provides the best evening's entertainment available in Melbourne. So with cocktail in hand step into a hazy world where not everything is as it seems and rules were meant to be broken, where inhibition is left behind with the tug of a garter and toss of a glove. featuring...Jessamae St. James. Jessamae St. James is a jazz chanteuse,... http://redbennies.com/events/912 http://redbennies.com/events/912 Wed, 23 May 2012 13:11:32 +1000 Badass Burlesque's THE BRASS BEAR CABARET Event Dates Saturday, 15th Sep 2012 Event Overview . Burlesque, Magic, Song, Dance and Spectacular Circus... Red Bennies and Badass Burlesque present the premier offering of THE MELBOURNE CABARET FESTIVAL... The Brass Bear Cabaret . From the caravans of the north and the winds of the east, tales of creation from a time of chaos and magic have passed from generation to generation. . The Caravan of the Bear arrives at Red Bennies for a season of Gypsy cabaret, erotic turns of transformation, enchanted creatures of the air, flights of fancy, sirens of song, incredible human feats, magic and wonderment. . Will you risk the curse or cross... http://redbennies.com/events/sapphiras-showgirlettes---student-showcase http://redbennies.com/events/sapphiras-showgirlettes---student-showcase Tue, 22 May 2012 17:54:02 +1000 Sapphira's Showgirlettes - Student Showcase Event Dates Sunday, 17th Jun 2012 Event Overview . Join acclaimed burlesque artist and teacher, Sapphira plus co-teachers Jessabella and Skopalova along with a stunning array of Burlesque Bombshell graduates from Sapphira’s Showgirls Burlesque Academy as they present their term finale showcase. Sapphira’s Showgirls maybe amateur performers but they know how to razzle dazzle. See a range of props, costumes and ‘tease’ techniques as these Bombshells perform group class routines, solo debut performances plus much more! Enjoy a night of comedy, thrills, spills and sing-a-long with Sapphira, a showgirl who has sung up... http://redbennies.com/events/bastille-day-2012 http://redbennies.com/events/bastille-day-2012 Thu, 17 May 2012 20:14:37 +1000 Bastille Day 2012 Event Dates Saturday, 14th Jul 2012 Event Overview . Liberté! Egalité! Fraternité! Lingerie! . It’s almost that time of year again, when we celebrate the storming of a certain French fortress more than 200 years ago. That’s right, it’s almost Bastille Day. . How will you be celebrating? Flying to France? Eating some snails? Staging a flash-mob of the complete Les Miserables? Shrugging? . Here’s something really fun and Frenchy instead. This Bastille Day, Red Bennies will be transformed into the ultimate discotheque for Louis’ Last Party – held in conjunction with The Alliance... http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---1960s-era-party http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---1960s-era-party Thu, 17 May 2012 19:56:27 +1000 Big Bennies - 1960s Era Party Event Dates Saturday, 30th Jun 2012 Event Overview The all-new BIG BENNIES... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. Big Bennies steps it up a notch! . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a ... http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---saturday-june-23 http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---saturday-june-23 Thu, 17 May 2012 19:44:42 +1000 Big Bennies - Saturday June 23 Event Dates Saturday, 23rd Jun 2012 Event Overview The all-new BIG BENNIES... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. Big Bennies steps it up a notch! . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a ... http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---saturday-june-16 http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---saturday-june-16 Thu, 17 May 2012 19:38:53 +1000 Big Bennies - Saturday June 16 Event Dates Saturday, 16th Jun 2012 Event Overview The all-new BIG BENNIES... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. Big Bennies steps it up a notch! . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a ... http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---saturday-june-9th http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---saturday-june-9th Thu, 17 May 2012 19:29:13 +1000 Big Bennies - Saturday June 9th Event Dates Saturday, 9th Jun 2012 Event Overview The all-new BIG BENNIES... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. Big Bennies steps it up a notch! . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a ... http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies-presents-pants-down-circus http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies-presents-pants-down-circus Thu, 17 May 2012 19:21:35 +1000 Big Bennies presents PANTS DOWN CIRCUS Event Dates Saturday, 2nd Jun 2012 Event Overview The all-new BIG BENNIES... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. Big Bennies steps it up a notch! . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a ... http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-presents-the-impersonators-burlesque http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-presents-the-impersonators-burlesque Thu, 17 May 2012 16:36:41 +1000 KIT KAT CLUB presents THE IMPERSONATORS BURLESQUE Event Dates Friday, 1st Jun 2012 Event Overview Impersonators Burlesque Night at Red Bennies! . Burlesque Behaving Boldly! These ladies put the BURL back into BURL-esque... With wit by their sides these talented tricksters bring to you a night of delectable yet daring Burlesque with a twist! . Willow J Is Marilyn Monroe. Adelaide Everheart as Audrey Hepburn. Pixie Elixir does SLASH. Betty Blood as Liza with a Z. The Cunning Clarissa Is ELVIS! And the delectable. MC Mistress Tease! . A show that is sure to titillate, tease and of course tantalise the senses. See you at Red Bennies! . Please note there will be prizes for best dressed on... http://redbennies.com/events/the-butcher-shop-revue-by-badass-burlesque http://redbennies.com/events/the-butcher-shop-revue-by-badass-burlesque Wed, 16 May 2012 18:00:16 +1000 THE BUTCHER SHOP REVUE by Badass Burlesque Event Dates Friday, 15th Jun 2012 Event Overview . Come one, come all to the Butcher Shop Revue (redux)!! . They're back and better than ever! Badass Burlesque is again proud to present The Butcher Shop Revue, featuring the choicest cuts of the Melbourne burlesque scene, including dark goddess of the stage, Betty Blood, delectable Jessamae St James, ever lovely, Adelaide Everheart, and the hilarious Honey B. Goode. . These delightful treats will accompanied by the vocal stylings of newcomer Claire Andrews. Our final guests include the beautiful, un-enchanted princess Linda Beatty, our beautiful vixen of the air, Zoe, and naughty... http://redbennies.com/events/one-night-in-london- http://redbennies.com/events/one-night-in-london- Wed, 16 May 2012 10:19:15 +1000 One Night In London Event Dates Sunday, 10th Jun 2012 Event Overview . One Night Events (ONE) travels to our next party hotspot London. Sunday 10th June 2012 (Queen Birthday Eve). RED BENNIES, 373 Chapel st, South Yarra (Opposite Chasers). DJs - MR STOJ, KEN WALKER, SUGABASS, SAMUS JAY, DEKDRUM (LIVE PERCUSSION). Plus Burlesque till 11pm.DJs (11pm-3am) - MR STOJ, KEN WALKER, SUGABASS, SAMUS JAY+ DEKDRUM (LIVE PERCUSSION). Drink specials between 11pm-12am - $5 basics & $3 pots. General Entry Info -. $20 Pre paid tickets available fromMoshtix. $25 general entry at door. Doors open 9.30pm. check out -. www.onenightevents.com.au.... http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club---friday-june-29 http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club---friday-june-29 Thu, 10 May 2012 22:43:46 +1000 Kit Kat Club - Friday June 29 Event Dates Friday, 29th Jun 2012 Event Overview . Melbourne's premier burleque artists bring you a boundary breaking new format, KIT KAT CLUB BURLESQUE that will leave you on the edge of your seat and gasping for breath. A little bit twisted with lashings of raunch, Kit Kat Club Burlesque provides the best evening's entertainment available in Melbourne. . So with cocktail in hand step into a hazy world where not everything is as it seems and rules were meant to be broken, where inhibition is left behind with the tug of a garter and toss of a glove. featuring... SCARLETT. STRAWBERRY SIREN. GYPSY WOOD. http://redbennies.com/events/shai-usa http://redbennies.com/events/shai-usa Thu, 10 May 2012 15:53:30 +1000 SHAI (USA) Event Dates Friday, 8th Jun 2012 Event Overview Delta Bravo Presents . SHAI . FIRST EVER AUSTRALIAN TOUR 2012 . PERFORMING LIVE AT “I LOVE OLD SCHOOL” - MELBOURNE . . The golden era of R&B will forever be known as the era of “groups” . and “voices”. Long before auto-tune took over the airwaves, the charts . were full of spine tingling voices, voices developed in churches, barbershops, family gatherings, voices which paid homage to the doo- wop group’s of yesterday. . The ‘90’s spanned numerous groups and numerous hits, but one . stood out from the pack, thanks to the immense... http://redbennies.com/events/venus-vs-mars--burlesque-off---presented-by-timeout-magazine http://redbennies.com/events/venus-vs-mars--burlesque-off---presented-by-timeout-magazine Tue, 8 May 2012 12:48:42 +1000 VENUS vs MARS Burlesque-Off presented by TIMEOUT Magazine Event Dates Friday, 25th May 2012 Event Overview . In a full evening's entertainment Australian Burlesque Festival stars, Rosy Rabbit, Dolores Daiquiri and Evie Red compete in the Battle Royale of Burlesque against Mr Burlesque Australia's, Raven, Jay Robinson and Dan Power. TimeOUT Magazine, the world's number one Arts & Culture Magazine is launching in Melbourne and to celebrate they are having a burlesque extravaganza pitting the big names of male burlesque against the stars of female burlesque in the battle of the sexiest in VENUS vs MARS. Red Bennies supmtuous and extravagant Burlesque night, Kit Kat Club, is joined by the... http://redbennies.com/events/bikes4life-live-music-support-night http://redbennies.com/events/bikes4life-live-music-support-night Thu, 3 May 2012 14:31:40 +1000 Bikes4Life Live Music Support Night Event Dates Thursday, 31st May 2012 Event Overview Bikes4Life is a non for profit organisation dedicated to assisting marginalised communites by restoring unwanted bicycles. Bicycles aid in transportation to medical aid, food, water and education facilities. We recently sent a container of 360 bicycles to Northern Uganda, distributing amongst various villages and orphanages. Our next project is to help the indigenous community in a remote area of NT. . . Our event on 31st May at Red Bennies aims to help raise much needed funds for the NT project to go ahead. The event will be a showcase of various performers/musicians. http://redbennies.com/events/---------------------------------paper-doll-play-things http://redbennies.com/events/---------------------------------paper-doll-play-things Sat, 28 Apr 2012 17:29:32 +1000 Paper Doll Play Things Event Dates Saturday, 26th May 2012 Event Overview A unique array of burlesque and circus performers combine with the creative talents of interior designers to set the scene of vaudevillian delight; decadent night of naughty and nice. . An extravaganza of vaudevillian delight, Paper Doll Play Things is an evening for those with sugar and spice. Be transported to a time when Paper Dolls were cherished, stage lights burnt bright, and cocktail hour meant covering your deviousness with sophisticated glamour. Red Bennies plays host to a world designed like no other, in collaboration with a team of interior designers, the venue will vividly... http://redbennies.com/events/887 http://redbennies.com/events/887 Thu, 26 Apr 2012 11:45:39 +1000 All Dragged Out! Event Dates Sunday, 13th May 2012 Event Overview EVERY SUNDAY NOW AT RED BENNIES - FREE ENTRY ALL NIGHT. Come take a walk on the wild side in the Talent Show with a Twist. Experience the talented and the talentless with a dash of dance and a hint of Glam. Where Karaoke meets Mime, where Mime meets Drag, where Drag meets Vegas! It’s a little bit star studded, it’s a little bit sad…. Sit and be entertained with hosts superstar drag king ROCCO D’AMORE and Legendary Drag Queen ANITA BIER in the reality stage show like no other… ALL DRAGGED OUT!! Participate or Spectate, Be Entertained or Be the Entertainment. Is it... http://redbennies.com/events/all-dragged-out http://redbennies.com/events/all-dragged-out Thu, 26 Apr 2012 11:03:56 +1000 All Dragged Out! Event Dates Sunday, 6th May 2012 Event Overview EVERY SUNDAY NOW AT RED BENNIES - FREE ENTRY ALL NIGHT. Come take a walk on the wild side in the Talent Show with a Twist. Experience the talented and the talentless with a dash of dance and a hint of Glam. Where Karaoke meets Mime, where Mime meets Drag, where Drag meets Vegas! It’s a little bit star studded, it’s a little bit sad…. Sit and be entertained with hosts superstar drag king ROCCO D’AMORE and Legendary Drag Queen ANITA BIER in the reality stage show like no other… ALL DRAGGED OUT!! Participate or Spectate, Be Entertained or Be the Entertainment. Is it... http://redbennies.com/events/all-dragged-out-the-debut http://redbennies.com/events/all-dragged-out-the-debut Tue, 24 Apr 2012 17:13:30 +1000 ALL DRAGGED OUT... the debut Event Dates Sunday, 29th Apr 2012 Event Overview EVERY SUNDAY AT RED BENNIES - FREE ENTRY ALL NIGHT. Come take a walk on the wild side in the Talent Show with a Twist. . Experience the talented and the talentless with a dash of dance and a hint of Glam. . Where Karaoke meets Mime, where Mime meets Drag, where Drag meets Vegas! . It’s a little bit star studded, it’s a little bit sad…. Sit and be entertained with hosts superstar drag king ROCCO D’AMORE and Legendary Drag Queen ANITA BIER in the reality stage show like no other… ALL DRAGGED OUT!! . Participate or Spectate, Be Entertained or Be the Entertainment.... http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-friday-may-11th http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-friday-may-11th Tue, 24 Apr 2012 15:27:10 +1000 KIT KAT CLUB! Friday May 11th Event Dates Friday, 11th May 2012 Event Overview . Melbourne's premier burleque artists bring you a boundary breaking new format, KIT KAT CLUB BURLESQUE that will leave you on the edge of your seat and gasping for breath. A little bit twisted with lashings of raunch, Kit Kat Club Burlesque provides the best evening's entertainment available in Melbourne. . So with cocktail in hand step into a hazy world where not everything is as it seems and rules were meant to be broken, where inhibition is left behind with the tug of a garter and toss of a glove. featuring.... Lauren Skopalova. Becky Lou. http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies-sat-may-12th http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies-sat-may-12th Tue, 24 Apr 2012 15:11:00 +1000 Big Bennies! Sat May 12th Event Dates Saturday, 12th May 2012 Event Overview On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee hours each Saturday to the sounds of soul, funk, jazz, hiphop and cabaret show tunes served up DJs Mike Gurrieri... http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies-sat-may-5th http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies-sat-may-5th Tue, 24 Apr 2012 14:41:24 +1000 Big Bennies Sat May 5th Event Dates Saturday, 5th May 2012 Event Overview On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee hours each Saturday to the sounds of soul, funk, jazz, hiphop and cabaret show tunes served up DJs Mike Gurrieri & ... http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-free-thursday-with-kyowa-and-hound http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-free-thursday-with-kyowa-and-hound Mon, 23 Apr 2012 18:39:16 +1000 RB LIVE FREE THURSDAY: WITH KYOWA AND HOUND Event Dates Thursday, 26th Apr 2012 Event Overview . USE A BAND NAME FOR. FREE ENTRY. NIGHT STARTS AT 10PM, COMEDY BEFOREHAND. FREE ENTRY AT 10PM,. CHECK OUT http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL383BA05C8E456D72 TO SEE JUST HOW AWESOME THURSDAYS ARE AT RED BENNIES LIVE.. Hound - https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hound/180658751973341. Hound are a unique band out of the South-East suburbs of Melbourne, Australia. They use various influences from post-rock to folk and ambient, creating a magical, hypnotic sound featuring varying instrumentation and gentle, addictive guitar hooks and vocal melodies. . Kyowa - https://www.facebook.com/Kyowaband.... http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-the-brown-horn-orchestra http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-the-brown-horn-orchestra Fri, 20 Apr 2012 17:43:47 +1000 RB LIVE PRESENTS: THE BROWN HORN ORCHESTRA Event Dates Thursday, 28th Jun 2012 Event Overview . Simply put, this band is at the top of their game and they certainly take advantage of their plus-sized band with an interactive live show to boot.- Matthew Hogan, Drum Media. They're one act you should go out of your way to see live!- Travis Johnson, Xpress Magazine. This party jam is big, brash and...well, Goliath really.- Caz Tran, Triple J. They should be seen live by everyone. Again and again and again.- Anne Johnsen, Fasterlouder. I am no doubt repeating every other Perth music writer who has seen them by saying they have the potential to be big. Really big.- Simon Clark, The AU... http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-the-harlots-and-thnkr http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-the-harlots-and-thnkr Fri, 20 Apr 2012 17:30:26 +1000 RB LIVE PRESENTS: THE HARLOTS AND THNKR Event Dates Thursday, 14th Jun 2012 Event Overview The Harlots - http://www.facebook.com/theharlotsband. WARNING: Seeing The Harlots live may include symptoms such as "uncontrollable movement of feet in a dancing motion, a wide smile across your cheeks, shouting and mild to intense orgasmic feelings in your loins". The Harlots now boast a self-recorded self-titled debut EP, a sizeable following and a tight, energetic, can’t-stop-your-feet live set. Check out their Lady Maria film clip on The Harlots' youtube channel! Supporting The Harlots will be THNKR. THNKR - https://www.facebook.com/thnkrmusic . We became friends as the band grew.... http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-vulture-party-with-custom-kings http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-vulture-party-with-custom-kings Thu, 19 Apr 2012 04:02:38 +1000 RB LIVE PRESENTS: VULTURE PARTY WITH CUSTOM KINGS Event Dates Thursday, 21st Jun 2012 Event Overview Vulture Magazine is puffing their chest out for their first birthday and to celebrate they’ve decided to throw a hellava party at Red Bennies. Be warned: The Vulture crew know how to party. . . They’ve organised some of Melbourne’s most talented musicians from the musical nest to entertain ya’ll in true fashion with their dedication to the Australian music scene. Heading the night will be the CUSTOM KINGS. Yep, it’ll be their first show in over a year and to say they’re excited is putting it mildly. Expect big things. . Winning hearts and pulling babes... http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-other-side-of-the-fence http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-other-side-of-the-fence Wed, 18 Apr 2012 21:00:49 +1000 RB LIVE PRESENTS: OTHER SIDE OF THE FENCE Event Dates Thursday, 19th Apr 2012 Event Overview . The Other Side Of The Fence come from the mysterious land of Melbourne, Australia and are here to make noise (in the form of music). The lead singer is the beautiful and bubbly Lizzy, on guitar/vocals/drums is the multi-talented Asher and also on guitar is the enigmatic Max. The band has a wide range of influences that cover many genres and include Regina Spektor, Bon Iver, The XX, Powderfinger and Angus and Julia Stone.With years of experience under their belts, as well as pants, they are sure to impress. Press quotes: "Sorry, what did you ask?" - Herald Sun."You were so cute up there" -... http://redbennies.com/events/872 http://redbennies.com/events/872 Wed, 18 Apr 2012 16:14:21 +1000 Miss Mae's Burlesque Box Event Dates Saturday, 19th May 2012 Event Overview A burlesque showcase for those who have never seen burlesque before, showcasing a wide variety of burlesque performances including comedy, classic, dark, modern and cabaret. . MC-ed by: Miss Mae (Aurora Kurth). Performances by:. Magenta Rose – Fan Dance. Lucinda Lou – Comedy. Jasper Jewel – Caberet / Classic Burlesque. CC Page – Hopping. Becky Lou. Luna Eclipse. http://redbennies.com/events/871 http://redbennies.com/events/871 Wed, 18 Apr 2012 13:25:16 +1000 Cabaret Antique Event Dates Friday, 11th May 2012 Saturday, 12th May 2012 Event Overview THE CABARET ANTIQUE COMPANY. . Directored by Naomi Brown and Charlie Williams. The Cabaret Antique Company is a unique events and theatre group. The company consists of 13 talented performers, collaborating there skills as singers, dancers, actors and musicians, to create an exiting collection of cool jazz tunes, sharp stylish tap routines and catchy songs sure to entertain for any event. HOW TO BREAK EVEN! The red velvet curtains part to reveal a man. His inanimate form is sprawled across the floor, his hair matted with cobwebs and his shabby attire obscured by dust, thrown... http://redbennies.com/events/867 http://redbennies.com/events/867 Wed, 18 Apr 2012 12:33:06 +1000 Cabaret Antique Event Dates Thursday, 10th May 2012 Event Overview THE CABARET ANTIQUE COMPANY. . Directored by Naomi Brown and Charlie Williams. The Cabaret Antique Company is a unique events and theatre group. The company consists of 13 talented performers, collaborating there skills as singers, dancers, actors and musicians, to create an exiting collection of cool jazz tunes, sharp stylish tap routines and catchy songs sure to entertain for any event. HOW TO BREAK EVEN! The red velvet curtains part to reveal a man. His inanimate form is sprawled across the floor, his hair matted with cobwebs and his shabby attire obscured by dust, thrown off... http://redbennies.com/events/866 http://redbennies.com/events/866 Tue, 17 Apr 2012 12:33:48 +1000 Anything Goes Cabaret Event Dates Saturday, 28th Apr 2012 Event Overview . Wilkommen! . Step into the celebrated decadence of Anything Goes Cabaret for three spectacular nights - an evening of burlesque, boylesque, cabaret and drag steeped in the smoky trails of Weimar Berlin. Venus Vamp - the Femme Fatale of Theatrical Burlesque - will present to you a risque revue of dapper women, dashing men, crazed crooners and everything in between, revealing acts that will tickle your fancy. . Leading you into the glittering shadows is MC The Blue Angel, a singing and tap dancing dead German transvestite who plays a man, playing a woman, playing a dark clown! The... http://redbennies.com/events/863 http://redbennies.com/events/863 Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:20:12 +1000 Kit Kat Club Burlesque Event Dates Friday, 13th Apr 2012 Event Overview . Melbourne's premier burleque artists bring you a boundary breaking new format, KIT KAT CLUB BURLESQUE that will leave you on the edge of your seat and gasping for breath. A little bit twisted with lashings of raunch, Kit Kat Club Burlesque provides the best evening's entertainment available in Melbourne.So with cocktail in hand step into a hazy world where not everything is as it seems and rules were meant to be broken, where inhibition is left behind with the tug of a garter and toss of a glove.. http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-feat-agent-lynch-uk http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-feat-agent-lynch-uk Wed, 11 Apr 2012 17:18:07 +1000 KIT KAT CLUB feat. Agent Lynch (UK) Event Dates Friday, 20th Apr 2012 Event Overview Melbourne's premier burleque artists bring you a boundary breaking new format, KIT KAT CLUB BURLESQUE that will leave you on the edge of your seat and gasping for breath. A little bit twisted with lashings of raunch, Kit Kat Club Burlesque provides the best evening's entertainment available in Melbourne. . So with cocktail in hand step into a hazy world where not everything is as it seems and rules were meant to be broken, where inhibition is left behind with the tug of a garter and toss of a glove. . Featuring special guests.... Evie Red. Lauren Skopalova. Betty Blood. Becky... http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies-1950s-era-party http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies-1950s-era-party Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:57:04 +1000 BIG BENNIES 1950's ERA PARTY Event Dates Saturday, 26th May 2012 Event Overview . Rock back into the world of Betty Paige and Elvis with Red Bennies 1950's party. The spectacular Saturday includes circus stars, Burlesque, vaudeville and fine old school Rock'n'Roll... featuring.... JEN KOVACS (AERIAL). Jennifer Kovacs is a contemporary dancer, aerialist, and circus performer. She has performed both nationally and internationally and has worked with a variety of talented choreographers, including Jordann Baker, Lynn Barr, Jana Hicks, Sean Roschman, Anya Sapozhnikova, Maia Ramnath, Michael Sabb, and Nejla Yatkin. Currently, Jennifer is a resident artist at Galapagos... http://redbennies.com/events/859 http://redbennies.com/events/859 Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:52:59 +1000 KIT KAT CLUB feat. Jelly Tub Rollers Event Dates Event Overview Red Bennies supmtuous and extravagant Burlesque night, Kit Kat Club, is joined by the raucous and rascally JELLY TUB ROLLERS. These barrelhouse Jazzbo's preach down and out thigh slappin' 1930's foxy swing and depression hillbilly ho down. They are rapidly achieving notoriety as one of Australia's leading swing bands and add an extre level of excitement to Melbourne's premier Burlesque night, The Kit Kat Club. http://redbennies.com/events/city-of-stonnington-presents-the-firemen http://redbennies.com/events/city-of-stonnington-presents-the-firemen Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:38:04 +1000 City of Stonnington presents THE FIREMEN Event Dates Sunday, 20th May 2012 Event Overview For a very special sunday event, presented by City of Stonnington, 8 piece instrumental sensations THE FIREMEN take you on a wild flight of improvisational madness performing stone-classic and much sampled tracks from legendary labels such as Bluenote, Prestige, CTI and Groove Merchant, along with special guest DJ's, MIKE GURRIERI and ENNIO STYLES and special performances from the exotica crew will take you into the evening. The Firemen. Guitar – Lance Ferguson . Drums – Daniel Farrugia . Keyboards – Simon Mavin . Bass – Yuri Pavlinov . Trumpet – Ross Irwin .... http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-presents-house-of-burlesques-tease http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-presents-house-of-burlesques-tease Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:32:26 +1000 KIT KAT CLUB Presents: House of Burlesque's Tease Event Dates Friday, 18th May 2012 Event Overview . . . House of Burlesque's TeaseDOORS: 7:00pm. TICKETS: $20 Earlybird. Tease returns to entertain you at the lovely Red Bennies and performing for your pleasure are the devine and ultra slick House of Burlesque Troupe: Zelia Rose - Constans Baker - Brianna Rigby and Carly Bateman. Also dazzling you are a bevy of 30 starlets, live music and much, much more! The theme of the shows for this Tease is the Mad Hatter's Tea Party and it will be a cheeky version of Alice type shows without the Disneyfication. Your host who will guide you on your reality escaping jourrney is Jeremy Kewley, star of... http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies-feat-frankie-wants-out http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies-feat-frankie-wants-out Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:29:56 +1000 BIG BENNIES feat. Frankie Wants Out! Event Dates Saturday, 19th May 2012 Event Overview The all-new BIG BENNIES... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. Big Bennies steps it up a notch! . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious ... http://redbennies.com/events/homoexotica---easter-sunday-bunny-boys-amp-burlesque-party http://redbennies.com/events/homoexotica---easter-sunday-bunny-boys-amp-burlesque-party Tue, 3 Apr 2012 15:52:13 +1000 Homoexotica - Easter Sunday Bunny Boys & Burlesque Party Event Dates Sunday, 8th Apr 2012 Event Overview Go Go Crazy this easter with the hottest dancing boys staying up late to dance for the homoexotica DJ's. Get in early and enjoy the comedy or party all night with the hottest performers in town. The Easter Bunny has brought everyone a very special package with sexy Strip/Circus Artist AXEL and gorgeous Easter chick FRANKIE VALENTINE. Our Gogo Boys Derryn 'Plucky' Pert and Porn Star Matthew Mason have a hot hot night planned for you and your good christian morals. The Bunny Boys and Burlesque Party follows TITTERS a showcase of some of the best comedy in the Melbourne Comedy Fest.... http://redbennies.com/events/853 http://redbennies.com/events/853 Tue, 3 Apr 2012 15:46:45 +1000 BIG BENNIES! Event Dates Saturday, 14th Apr 2012 Event Overview The all-new BIG BENNIES... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. Big Bennies steps it up a notch! . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd ... http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies Tue, 3 Apr 2012 14:11:19 +1000 BIG BENNIES! Event Dates Saturday, 7th Apr 2012 Event Overview The all-new BIG BENNIES... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. Big Bennies steps it up a notch! . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd ... http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-van-myer-winter-moon-amp-renee-cassar http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-van-myer-winter-moon-amp-renee-cassar Tue, 3 Apr 2012 12:45:26 +1000 RB LIVE PRESENTS: Van Myer, Winter Moon & Renee Cassar Event Dates Thursday, 3rd May 2012 Event Overview Van Myer - http://www.facebook.com/vanmyer . A band whose live shows hark back to the classic performers of years gone by, with a fresh twist, bringing familiarity to the fore. As part of their flamboyant and eccentric live performance, vocalist Jack Byrnes leads the 5-piece effortlessly, but with dominance and precision. His live performances eerily send you back with visions of watching some of the greatest band leaders of our time. The band back Jack up perfectly ‘hitting the mark’ on all occasions as a hot rhythm section with unforgettable hooks and driving beats. . Van Myer... http://redbennies.com/events/create-2012 http://redbennies.com/events/create-2012 Tue, 27 Mar 2012 16:01:15 +1000 CREATE 2012 Event Dates Event Overview Dance. Live. Love. Create. A response to the Kony 2012, Create 2012 is what we consider "a better alternative" to the movement happening April 20th. . For those that don't know, Kony 2012 is a viral video and event on April 20 where thousands of people will be putting up posters of African warlord Joseph Kony around the world to spread awareness of his notorious acts in Africa in the hope that governments will act to bring him to justice. . With all the confusion and media following the charity behind the event and the ambiguity of it's connections and ideas we spent weeks going over what to... http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-live-presents-beatlemania http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-live-presents-beatlemania Tue, 27 Mar 2012 01:07:50 +1000 RED BENNIES LIVE PRESENTS: BEATLEMANIA Event Dates Thursday, 7th Jun 2012 Event Overview . BEATLEMANIA! IT'S THE 60'S AND 70'S ALL OVER AGAIN THURSDAY MAY 31ST AT RED BENNIES LIVE. GET YOUR GROOVIEST THREADS ON AND COME CHECK OUT THE BEST BEATLES TRACKS PLAYED BY THE BEST LOCAL BANDS IN MELBOURNE!. $12 LIST/PRESALE, $15 GENERAL, COME DRESSED UP TO RECEIVE A FREE DRINK.. Over the month of April we'll be taking submissions from any Melbourne band who wants to have a crack at doing a cover of one of The Beatles many classic tracks. The best three submissions will earn themselves a gig on May 31st and one of three awesome prizes.. Winner: Will be the headline band on May 31st and... http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-van-myer-amp-hamish-anderson http://redbennies.com/events/rb-live-presents-van-myer-amp-hamish-anderson Mon, 26 Mar 2012 18:09:40 +1000 RB LIVE PRESENTS: VAN MYER & HAMISH ANDERSON Event Dates Thursday, 10th May 2012 Event Overview VAN MYER present their Soul/Rock juices with you for their Red Bennie's Residency during the 'autumnly' month of May. Supported by:. - Renee Cassar. Renee will be joining us on each night of the residency for a solo acoustic session where she'll mix some of her old tunes with a splash of covers. Normally the front lady for Private Life, Renee will be playing solo throughout the month and can be caught every Thursday in May. https://www.facebook.com/ReneeCassarMusic. - Hamish Anderson. Hamish sways between swooning rock ballads, feel good blues to roaring guitar solos effortlessly, the bands a... http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-comedy-festival-tease http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-comedy-festival-tease Sat, 24 Mar 2012 15:44:01 +1000 KIT KAT CLUB Comedy Festival TEASE Event Dates Friday, 30th Mar 2012 Event Overview Melbourne's premier burleque artists bring you a boundary breaking new format, KIT KAT CLUB BURLESQUE that will leave you on the edge of your seat and gasping for breath. A little bit twisted with lashings of raunch, Kit Kat Club Burlesque provides the best evening's entertainment available in Melbourne. So with cocktail in hand step into a hazy world where not everything is as it seems and rules were meant to be broken, where inhibition is left behind with the tug of a garter and toss of a glove. http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-live- http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-live- Fri, 23 Mar 2012 13:34:08 +1000 RB's LIVE Event Dates Thursday, 12th Apr 2012 Event Overview Thursday 12th April Superjuice (comedy festival). Funk-Hop Reggae (bouncy music). Superjuice: it’s like a reflection of the universe itself, boundless and ever expanding. We, in essence, are a mirror that shines the light of the gods down onto our audience, bathing them in musical purity. Superjuice was established early 2010. From that point on, we’ve been jamming every week. We’ve gone through about 15 different members, which left us with a very nice selection of skilled musicians that love what they are doing. It is a nice thick reggae sound, female lead ... http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-live-presents-the-pierce-brothers http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-live-presents-the-pierce-brothers Fri, 23 Mar 2012 13:28:08 +1000 RB'S LIVE PRESENTS: THE PIERCE BROTHERS Event Dates Thursday, 29th Mar 2012 Event Overview Thursday 29th March (Acoustic night). Pierce Brothers. Dynamic duo’s are not too few and far between, but the effortless and unique harmonies you get with identical twins on stage together is both rare and exciting. The Pierce Brothers bring an organic, natural and vibrant energy to the stage. Its that combination that has successfully earned them a place supporting the likes of Blue King Brown, The Beautiful Girls, Carus Thompson and Ash Grunwald. With a stack of new recordings, video’s and a big summer of touring lined up for the Melbourne twins, it would be a shame not... http://redbennies.com/events/835 http://redbennies.com/events/835 Tue, 20 Mar 2012 10:27:54 +1000 TIM LEE'S "The Scientist turned Comedian" Event Dates Friday, 20th Apr 2012 Wednesday, 18th Apr 2012 Thursday, 19th Apr 2012 Saturday, 21st Apr 2012 Event Overview A creative blend of stand up comedy and science. Tim Lee is an American comedian with a Ph.D. who's become an internet sensation with over 4 million views of his videos. Tim wasn't supposed to be a comedian. A biologist by training, he graduated magna cum laude from UC San Diego with honours in biology. He went on to complete his PhD at UC Davis. He spent years developing simulation and analytical models of population dynamics before he discovered that this bored him to tears. When he tried comedy for the first time the tears stopped. Tim has become an underground sensation with over 4... http://redbennies.com/events/830 http://redbennies.com/events/830 Mon, 19 Mar 2012 17:24:48 +1000 Australian Booty Event Dates Wednesday, 11th Apr 2012 Event Overview Melbourne International Comedy Festival - Brown Girl Burlesque. In a sumptuous hour of jokes, stories and original song Australia Booty will shock, tickle and make you wanna shake what your mama gave you. Candy B grew up in the Aussie suburbs watching Home and Away and playing with Barbie Dolls. In high school she straightened her afro and eventually gave up on ever finding a pair of jeans that would fit over her rather “phat” derriere. Not “fitting in” would become a theme in her story. This fat-bottomed-gal’s killer journey from booty shame to booty pride makes... http://redbennies.com/events/829 http://redbennies.com/events/829 Mon, 19 Mar 2012 16:46:30 +1000 Sex Pest Burlesque Event Dates Saturday, 7th Apr 2012 Event Overview A neo-burlesque celebration of striptease, subversion, sparkles…’n’ shit. . Glamour and dick jokes collide as Melbourne’s bawdiest burlesque babes demonstrate what happens when young ladies are allowed to read books and leave the house un-chaperoned.. Footballers, pageant babies, hen’s parties, the humble Aussie fly - no one is safe as these audacious dames unleash their precious gifts upon the Comedy Festival in what Tony Abbot might describe as a display of ‘rampant sensuality’.. ‘Sex Pest’ is the much anticipated debut production from... http://redbennies.com/events/828 http://redbennies.com/events/828 Mon, 19 Mar 2012 16:38:36 +1000 Sex Pest Burlesque Event Dates Friday, 6th Apr 2012 Event Overview A neo-burlesque celebration of striptease, subversion, sparkles…’n’ shit. . Glamour and dick jokes collide as Melbourne’s bawdiest burlesque babes demonstrate what happens when young ladies are allowed to read books and leave the house un-chaperoned.. Footballers, pageant babies, hen’s parties, the humble Aussie fly - no one is safe as these audacious dames unleash their precious gifts upon the Comedy Festival in what Tony Abbot might describe as a display of ‘rampant sensuality’.. ‘Sex Pest’ is the much anticipated debut production from... http://redbennies.com/events/827 http://redbennies.com/events/827 Mon, 19 Mar 2012 16:29:12 +1000 Sex Pest Burlesque Event Dates Thursday, 5th Apr 2012 Event Overview A neo-burlesque celebration of striptease, subversion, sparkles…’n’ shit. . Glamour and dick jokes collide as Melbourne’s bawdiest burlesque babes demonstrate what happens when young ladies are allowed to read books and leave the house un-chaperoned.. Footballers, pageant babies, hen’s parties, the humble Aussie fly - no one is safe as these audacious dames unleash their precious gifts upon the Comedy Festival in what Tony Abbot might describe as a display of ‘rampant sensuality’.. ‘Sex Pest’ is the much anticipated debut production from... http://redbennies.com/events/826 http://redbennies.com/events/826 Mon, 19 Mar 2012 10:38:21 +1000 Sex Pest Burlesque Event Dates Saturday, 31st Mar 2012 Event Overview Melbourne International Comedy Festival Burlesque. . A neo-burlesque celebration of striptease, subversion, sparkles…’n’ shit. Glamour and dick jokes collide as Melbourne’s bawdiest burlesque babes demonstrate what happens when young ladies are allowed to read books and leave the house un-chaperoned.. Footballers, pageant babies, hen’s parties, the humble Aussie fly - no one is safe as these audacious dames unleash their precious gifts upon the Comedy Festival in what Tony Abbot might describe as a display of ‘rampant sensuality’.. ‘Sex... http://redbennies.com/events/825 http://redbennies.com/events/825 Mon, 19 Mar 2012 10:16:06 +1000 EastEnd Cabaret Event Dates Friday, 30th Mar 2012 Event Overview . Armed with accordion, musical saw and an irresistible penchant for the risqué, "Cabaret Superstars" (Time Out) Bernadette Byrne and Victor Victoria amuse, arouse and enlighten with intimate stories, satirically subverted classics and original, darkly comic songs. You have nothing to lose but your chains… and your innocence. . "Comic genius." ★★★★★ Three Weeks. "Marvellously funny." ★★★★ The Scotsman. "Vive la Revolution!" ★★★★ The Skinny. . http://redbennies.com/events/824 http://redbennies.com/events/824 Mon, 19 Mar 2012 09:58:19 +1000 EastEnd Cabaret Event Dates Friday, 13th Apr 2012 Event Overview Armed with accordion, musical saw and an irresistible penchant for the risqué, "Cabaret Superstars" (Time Out) Bernadette Byrne and Victor Victoria amuse, arouse and enlighten with intimate stories, satirically subverted classics and original, darkly comic songs. You have nothing to lose but your chains… and your innocence. . "Comic genius." ★★★★★ Three Weeks. "Marvellously funny." ★★★★ The Scotsman. "Vive la Revolution!" ★★★★ The Skinny. http://redbennies.com/events/823 http://redbennies.com/events/823 Sat, 17 Mar 2012 14:28:18 +1000 Titters Event Dates Sunday, 8th Apr 2012 Event Overview Melbourne International Comedy Festival - All Star Female Comedy . Titters! an international cast featuring the darling of cabaret Liz Skitch (wearing little more than her accordian), UK’s ‘wobbly comedian” Francesca Martinez (Ricky Gervaises’ Extra’s BBC ) Jen Brister (UK) puppeteer extrordinare Gabrielle Griffin and “suprise” special guests like Hannah Gadsby, Bev Killick, Corinne Grant, Rachel Berger ,Claire Hooper and more-than-token males Tom Gleeson, Dave Callan (JJJ) and Des Bishop (IRE) ... you never know who will be our special guest unless... http://redbennies.com/events/822 http://redbennies.com/events/822 Sat, 17 Mar 2012 14:21:21 +1000 Titters Event Dates Saturday, 7th Apr 2012 Event Overview Melbourne International Comedy Festival - All Star Female Comedy . Titters! an international cast featuring the darling of cabaret Liz Skitch (wearing little more than her accordian), UK’s ‘wobbly comedian” Francesca Martinez (Ricky Gervaises’ Extra’s BBC ) Jen Brister (UK) puppeteer extrordinare Gabrielle Griffin and “suprise” special guests like Hannah Gadsby, Bev Killick, Corinne Grant, Rachel Berger ,Claire Hooper and more-than-token males Tom Gleeson, Dave Callan (JJJ) and Des Bishop (IRE) ... you never know who will be our special guest unless... http://redbennies.com/events/821 http://redbennies.com/events/821 Sat, 17 Mar 2012 13:32:35 +1000 Titters Event Dates Friday, 6th Apr 2012 Event Overview Melbourne International Comedy Festival - All Star Female Comedy . Titters! an international cast featuring the darling of cabaret Liz Skitch (wearing little more than her accordian), UK’s ‘wobbly comedian” Francesca Martinez (Ricky Gervaises’ Extra’s BBC ) Jen Brister (UK) puppeteer extrordinare Gabrielle Griffin and “suprise” special guests like Hannah Gadsby, Bev Killick, Corinne Grant, Rachel Berger ,Claire Hooper and more-than-token males Tom Gleeson, Dave Callan (JJJ) and Des Bishop (IRE) ... you never know who will be our special guest unless... http://redbennies.com/events/820 http://redbennies.com/events/820 Sat, 17 Mar 2012 13:03:43 +1000 Titters Event Dates Thursday, 5th Apr 2012 Event Overview Melbourne International Comedy Festival - All Star Female Comedy . Titters! an international cast featuring the darling of cabaret Liz Skitch (wearing little more than her accordian), UK’s ‘wobbly comedian” Francesca Martinez (Ricky Gervaises’ Extra’s BBC ) Jen Brister (UK) puppeteer extrordinare Gabrielle Griffin and “suprise” special guests like Hannah Gadsby, Bev Killick, Corinne Grant, Rachel Berger ,Claire Hooper and more-than-token males Tom Gleeson, Dave Callan (JJJ) and Des Bishop (IRE) ... you never know who will be our special guest unless... http://redbennies.com/events/819 http://redbennies.com/events/819 Sat, 17 Mar 2012 12:51:50 +1000 Titters Event Dates Wednesday, 4th Apr 2012 Event Overview Melbourne International Comedy Festival - All Star Female ComedyTitters! . an international cast featuring the darling of cabaret Liz Skitch (wearing little more than her accordian), UK’s ‘wobbly comedian” Francesca Martinez (Ricky Gervaises’ Extra’s BBC ) Jen Brister (UK) puppeteer extrordinare Gabrielle Griffin and “suprise” special guests like Hannah Gadsby, Bev Killick, Corinne Grant, Rachel Berger ,Claire Hooper and more-than-token males Tom Gleeson, Dave Callan (JJJ) and Des Bishop (IRE) ... you never know who will be our special guest unless... http://redbennies.com/events/817 http://redbennies.com/events/817 Fri, 16 Mar 2012 17:02:12 +1000 EastEnd Cabaret Event Dates Friday, 6th Apr 2012 Event Overview Armed with accordion, musical saw and an irresistible penchant for the risqué, "Cabaret Superstars" (Time Out) Bernadette Byrne and Victor Victoria amuse, arouse and enlighten with intimate stories, satirically subverted classics and original, darkly comic songs. You have nothing to lose but your chains… and your innocence. . "Comic genius." ★★★★★ Three Weeks. "Marvellously funny." ★★★★ The Scotsman. "Vive la Revolution!" ★★★★ The Skinny. http://redbennies.com/events/homoexotica-joy-afterparty http://redbennies.com/events/homoexotica-joy-afterparty Thu, 15 Mar 2012 18:15:52 +1000 Homoexotica JOY Afterparty Event Dates Sunday, 1st Apr 2012 Event Overview A World of Queer Arts and Entertainment...Welcome to HomoExotica, an exciting cocktail of queer entertainment, homoerotic Burlesque and Circus, artistic excellence in Drag performance, comedy, DJ's and live music. Every week HomoExotica brings you the best local and touring queer artists as well as major community events.Red Bennies brings you the greatest in homosexual spectacle with the best artists that money can buy and the finest music to party to! The venue is open till the early hours, so exclusive Red Bennies Booths will be rockin with the Kitchen open to 10:30. So... http://redbennies.com/events/homoexotica-feat-the-green-fairy- http://redbennies.com/events/homoexotica-feat-the-green-fairy- Thu, 15 Mar 2012 16:13:09 +1000 Homoexotica feat. The Green Fairy Event Dates Sunday, 25th Mar 2012 Event Overview . Welcome to HomoExotica, an exciting cocktail of queer entertainment, homoerotic Burlesque and Circus, artistic excellence in Drag performance, comedy, DJ's and live music. Every week HomoExotica brings you the best local and touring queer artists as well as major community events.Red Bennies brings you the greatest in homosexual spectacle with the best artists that money can buy and the finest music to party to! The venue is open till the early hours, so exclusive Red Bennies Booths will be rockin with the Kitchen open to 10:30. So enjoy a pot of Carlton or a cocktail in... http://redbennies.com/events/australian-burlesque-festival-presents-nouvelle-royale http://redbennies.com/events/australian-burlesque-festival-presents-nouvelle-royale Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:02:12 +1000 AUSTRALIAN BURLESQUE FESTIVAL presents NOUVELLE ROYALE Event Dates Sunday, 10th Jun 2012 Event Overview . Direct from the UK and France... with stellar international guests. featuring... Mrs Rose: FranceMiss Gemma Sheree: UKThink you know what burlesque is? Well think again! A revue of Australia’s premier neo-burlesque artists in a beguiling romp through the bizarre and intriguing world of modern burlesque! Be shocked! Be amazed! Featuring the best of neo- burlesque, queer delights, satire, parody, vaudeville and everything in between.“Nouvelle Royale” offers a veritable feast of kooky and cheeky burlesque for those not afraid to see acts that have sent whispers around the... http://redbennies.com/events/parisian-rendezvous http://redbennies.com/events/parisian-rendezvous Wed, 14 Mar 2012 10:43:56 +1000 PARISIAN RENDEZVOUS Event Dates Saturday, 24th Mar 2012 Event Overview A cabaret adventure through Paris via song, tap dance music, street art and burlesque… featuring Jazmin and Monsieur P and guest, Wendy Lee Taylor. Fresh from their successful ‘Autumn Leaves’ European tour (Paris Burlesque Festival, Caveau des Legends, Electro Swing Club) and Sydney shows (Camelot Lounge, Field Day, The Victoria Room) Australian cabaret/burlesque duo Jazmin & Monsieur P are coming to Melbourne. . The brainchild of Paris based Australian writer/producer Ruby Boukabou, in collaboration with Ben Palumbo, Parisian Rendez Vous recounts a semi-autobiographic... http://redbennies.com/events/cabaret-antique http://redbennies.com/events/cabaret-antique Tue, 13 Mar 2012 14:44:22 +1000 Cabaret Antique Event Dates Wednesday, 9th May 2012 Event Overview THE CABARET ANTIQUE COMPANY. . Directored by Naomi Brown and Charlie Williams. The Cabaret Antique Company is a unique events and theatre group. The company consists of 13 talented performers, collaborating there skills as singers, dancers, actors and musicians, to create an exiting collection of cool jazz tunes, sharp stylish tap routines and catchy songs sure to entertain for any event. HOW TO BREAK EVEN! The red velvet curtains part to reveal a man. His inanimate form is sprawled across the floor, his hair matted with cobwebs and his shabby attire obscured by dust, thrown off from the... http://redbennies.com/events/cabaret-for-camp-quality http://redbennies.com/events/cabaret-for-camp-quality Thu, 8 Mar 2012 11:41:20 +1000 Cabaret For Camp Quality Event Dates Wednesday, 28th Mar 2012 Event Overview Cabaret for Camp Quality is an exciting new event being held at one of Melbourne's hottest cabaret venues! Featuring great local cabaret acts, live music, heaps of prizes, special guest Sebastian Terry (100things.com.au) and all proceeds from the night will go to Camp Quality! Doors open and live music begins at 7:30pm. The show will start at 8:00pm. Get in early to grab a drink and secure your seat! Food and drinks will be available for purchase on the night and there will be a ripper silent auction, so bring your generosity and keen eye for a bargain! . http://redbennies.com/events/homoexotica http://redbennies.com/events/homoexotica Thu, 8 Mar 2012 10:25:48 +1000 HOMOEXOTICA Event Dates Sunday, 18th Mar 2012 Event Overview A World of Queer Arts and Entertainment...Welcome to HomoExotica, an exciting cocktail of queer entertainment, homoerotic Burlesque and Circus, artistic excellence in Drag performance, comedy, DJ's and live music. Every week HomoExotica brings you the best local and touring queer artists as well as major community events.Red Bennies brings you the greatest in homosexual spectacle with the best artists that money can buy and the finest music to party to! The venue is open till the early hours, so exclusive Red Bennies Booths will be rockin with the Kitchen open to 10:30. So enjoy a pot... http://redbennies.com/events/draculesque http://redbennies.com/events/draculesque Tue, 6 Mar 2012 17:46:10 +1000 Draculesque Event Dates Friday, 4th May 2012 Event Overview . On May 4th the creatures of the night converge on Red Bennies for a monster mash from beyond the grave! The Black Cabaret presents "Draculesque", a night of bloodsucking burlesque with both tongue and fangs planted firmly in cheek. Sanguine bump'n'grind and not a sparkly Cullen in sight - order a Bloody Mary from the bar and let yourself be seduced by the finest vampire entertainment Melbourne has to offer! Featuring a bloody tour de force of entertainment with hostess Nelli Scarlet, the Queen of Gore MissNic, the voluptuous Virtue Van Tassell, Melbourne's dark prince of burlesque... http://redbennies.com/events/miss-maes-burlesque-box http://redbennies.com/events/miss-maes-burlesque-box Tue, 6 Mar 2012 14:57:24 +1000 Miss Mae's Burlesque Box Event Dates Saturday, 5th May 2012 Event Overview A burlesque showcase for those who have never seen burlesque before, showcasing a wide variety of burlesque performances including comedy, classic, dark, modern and cabaret. . MC-ed by: Miss Mae (Aurora Kurth). Performances by:. Magenta Rose – Fan Dance. Lucinda Lou – Comedy. Jasper Jewel – Caberet / Classic Burlesque. CC Page – Hopping. Becky Lou. Luna Eclipse. http://redbennies.com/events/i-love-old-school http://redbennies.com/events/i-love-old-school Tue, 6 Mar 2012 13:38:15 +1000 I Love Old School Event Dates Tuesday, 24th Apr 2012 Event Overview A night of soulful old school, hip hop, rnb and funk... on ANZAC Day Eve. . I Love Old School comes to Melbourne for the first time for an evening of R&B, soul, funk & hip hop nostalgia. We are taking you back to the golden era of urban music by delivering nothing but the classic hits, and rare gems, of the nineties and naughties. . With a well assembled line up of old school mix masters including Sydney's DJ Trey, alongside Melbourne's finest DJ's Puppet, Sef & Shaggz, I Love Old School aims to live up its name, catering to all old school lovers and urban music fans alike. . To... http://redbennies.com/events/house-of-burlesques-tease-featuring-boombappow http://redbennies.com/events/house-of-burlesques-tease-featuring-boombappow Fri, 2 Mar 2012 13:11:39 +1000 House of Burlesque's TEASE featuring BOOM!BAP!POW! Event Dates Friday, 23rd Mar 2012 Event Overview . The popular 'Tease' returns to entertain you for the first time at Red Bennies as part of the Kit Kat Club for a special one-off event. . Performing for your pleasure is the divine and ultra slick House of Burlesque Troupe: Zelia Rose - Constans Baker - Brianna Rigby and Carly Bateman. They are joined by a bevy of 40 starlets, (a few virginal debut performances). Your host is Reuben MC - a Circus performer and tip top chap. Also dazzling you is Minsky Malone - The Dame with 20 years in the game. There will be prize giveaways and plenty for you and friends to join in with crowd... http://redbennies.com/events/804 http://redbennies.com/events/804 Thu, 1 Mar 2012 12:54:07 +1000 Sapphira's Showgirls Event Dates Sunday, 25th Mar 2012 Event Overview Join acclaimed burlesque artist and teacher, Sapphira along with a stunning array of graduates from Sapphira's Showgirls Burlesque Academy as they present their term finale showcase. Sapphira’s Showgirls maybe amateur performers but they know how to razzle dazzle. See a range of props, costumes and ‘tease’ techniques as these Bombshells perform group class routines, solo debut performances plus much more! Enjoy a night of comedy, thrills, spills and sing-a-long with Sapphira, a showgirl who has sung up storm across Australia and also around the world in British cities of... http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies----pants-down-circus-night http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies----pants-down-circus-night Tue, 28 Feb 2012 17:24:27 +1000 BIG BENNIES - Pants Down Circus Night Event Dates Saturday, 21st Apr 2012 Event Overview Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee ... http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---1940s-blitz-ball http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---1940s-blitz-ball Tue, 28 Feb 2012 16:33:52 +1000 BIG BENNIES - 1940s Blitz Ball Event Dates Saturday, 28th Apr 2012 Event Overview Welcome to the War time Chaps! So crack out your Khakis and Silver Screen finest as Red Bennies holds a Blitz Ball in Golden Age of Hollywood style grandeur. The all-new BIG BENNIES... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. Big Bennies steps it up a notch! . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night ... http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-burlesque-feat-agent-lynch-amp-anything-goes- http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-burlesque-feat-agent-lynch-amp-anything-goes- Tue, 28 Feb 2012 16:10:48 +1000 KIT KAT CLUB Burlesque feat. Agent Lynch & Anything Goes Event Dates Friday, 27th Apr 2012 Event Overview This Friday night offers a double dose of burlesque and cabaret... with Anything Goes Cabaret and Kit Kat Club Burlesque featuring Agent Lynch (UK). ANYTHING GOES CABARET. Wilkommen! . Step into the dark decadence of Anything Goes Cabaret for three spectacular nights - an evening of burlesque, boylesque, cabaret and drag steeped in the smoky trails of Weimar Berlin. Venus Vamp - the Femme Fatale of Theatrical Burlesque - will present to you a risque revue of dapper women, dashing men, crazed crooners and everything in between, revealing acts that will tickle your fancy. . Leading... http://redbennies.com/events/800 http://redbennies.com/events/800 Tue, 28 Feb 2012 16:01:47 +1000 Anything Goes Cabaret Event Dates Thursday, 26th Apr 2012 Event Overview Wilkommen! The delightfully dark and decadent Anything Goes Cabaret. returns to Melbourne for three shows only in April. Once again Venus. Vamp brings her risque revue of burlesque, boylesque, drag and song,. steeped in the gin soaked vestiges of Weimar Berlin. After a successful. run of shows since it's debut at Sydney Mardi Gras, Sydney and Adelaide. Fringes, Anything Goes Cabaret is back at Red Bennies after sell out shows. for Melbourne Fringe 2011. So ladies and gentlemen, put on your top hat,. pull up those stockings and kick up your heels for the cabaret is here! Leave. your troubles... http://redbennies.com/events/799 http://redbennies.com/events/799 Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:59:25 +1000 RB's Live Event Dates Thursday, 1st Mar 2012 Event Overview At the last Single Men's Drinking Club gig the violin player fell on the singer, the singer fell on the drum kit and the drummer had a 2 mm cut on his pinky that required a WHOLE BAND AID. Two members of the audience were taken away with a serious case of PROPER LIVE MUSIC FEVER with one man in a rocking coma who looks to be stuck in delirious rock heaven forever! Our condolences go out to his family. . For the rest of you who yearn for a real man's man's band (is that how you say it?) Single Men's Drinking Club will blow you away. These veteran rockers play live music how it should be... http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-live-presents-music-paint-and-video http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-live-presents-music-paint-and-video Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:38:16 +1000 RB's Live Presents: Music, Paint and Video Event Dates Thursday, 22nd Mar 2012 Event Overview Red Bennies Live Presents: LIVE MUSIC, PAINT AND VIDEO with Tehachapi,. Planet Love Sound & Ben Wright Smith. A very special occasion is happening MARCH 22ND at Red Bennies. . Imagine this:. Tehachapi playing a full set of their amazing Doors/Pink. Floyd/Radiohead-esque music with two gigantic canvas's either side of. the stage being painted on by some of Melbourne's best artists. A. collaboration of paint and music in a show unlike anything Melbourne. has seen before. . And the kicker? Eight of Melbourne's best band. photographers/videographers will be filming the music and art from.... http://redbennies.com/events/untitled-ev http://redbennies.com/events/untitled-ev Tue, 21 Feb 2012 22:10:47 +1000 Untitled Ev Event Dates Tuesday, 21st Feb 2012 Event Overview No content available. http://redbennies.com/events/homoexotica---labour-weekend-homoextravaganza http://redbennies.com/events/homoexotica---labour-weekend-homoextravaganza Tue, 21 Feb 2012 20:43:37 +1000 HOMOEXOTICA - Labour Weekend HOMOEXTRAVAGANZA Event Dates Sunday, 11th Mar 2012 Event Overview A World of Queer Arts and Entertainment...Welcome to HomoExotica, an exciting cocktail of queer entertainment, homoerotic Burlesque and Circus, artistic excellence in Drag performance, comedy, DJ's and live music. Every week HomoExotica brings you the best local and touring queer artists as well as major community events.This Labour Day Long Weekend Red Bennies brings you the greatest in homosexual spectacle with the best artists that money can buy and the finest music to party to! The venue is open till the early hours, so exclusive Red Bennies Booths will be rockin with the Kitchen open to... http://redbennies.com/events/frankie-wants-out http://redbennies.com/events/frankie-wants-out Tue, 21 Feb 2012 16:54:58 +1000 Frankie Wants Out Event Dates Friday, 30th Mar 2012 Friday, 2nd Mar 2012 Friday, 9th Mar 2012 Friday, 16th Mar 2012 Event Overview Frankie Wants Out is a nine piece original swing band from Melbourne. They first formed as a neo swing band, playing fast jazz and jump blues as well as taking influence the music of the New York dance halls of the 20’s and 30’s. However over the last four years they have incorporated other styles into their live show, such as latin, motown, rock and funk while still paying homage to their swing beginning. Regardless of the style, Frankie Wants Out are still guaranteed to make you jump and jive all the way across the dance floor regardless of whether you’re in a rocking pub... http://redbennies.com/events/james-morrison-presented-by-rbs-live http://redbennies.com/events/james-morrison-presented-by-rbs-live Thu, 16 Feb 2012 08:50:48 +1000 JAMES MORRISON presented by RB's LIVE Event Dates Thursday, 24th May 2012 Event Overview . In Red Bennies sumptuous Art-Deco Speakeasy, a world of Big Jazz Bands and Burlesque splendour awaits. Served with Dinners in the private booths or nibbles at the Bar with Cocktails. Red Bennies is proud to present a premier event of the Stonnington Jazz Festival…  James Morrison, Live, at Red Bennies, with special guests Shirazz and supported by Red Bennies luxurious Burlesque shows. The authentic atmosphere for the most magnificent Jazz performance of the year. . . James Morrison is, by anybody’s standard, a virtuoso in the true sense of the word. Besides the trumpet,... http://redbennies.com/events/793 http://redbennies.com/events/793 Tue, 14 Feb 2012 12:05:43 +1000 Sex Pest Burlesque Event Dates Wednesday, 4th Apr 2012 Event Overview A neo-burlesque celebration of striptease, subversion, sparkles…’n’ shit. Glamour and dick jokes collide as Melbourne’s bawdiest burlesque babes demonstrate what happens when young ladies are allowed to read books and leave the house un-chaperoned.. Footballers, pageant babies, hen’s parties, the humble Aussie fly - no one is safe as these audacious dames unleash their precious gifts upon the Comedy Festival in what Tony Abbot might describe as a display of ‘rampant sensuality’. . ‘Sex Pest’ is the much anticipated debut... http://redbennies.com/events/kings-amp-queens-of-comedy http://redbennies.com/events/kings-amp-queens-of-comedy Wed, 8 Feb 2012 21:00:46 +1000 Kings & Queens of Comedy Event Dates Event Overview JOY94.9 presents:. KINGS & QUEENS OF COMEDY. JOY94fm, Australia's gayest radio station presents the nation's finest comic Drag King and Drag Queen stars in an outrageous queer comedy smash. The glittering glamour and the smooth gelled facial fur will not be outdone for Melbourne International Comedy Festival, in this one night only extravaganza. The UK's foremost heavy-metal occultist vegan transvestite stand-up comedian returns to Australia due to three people on Facebook being very insistent. Following another storming run at the Edinburgh Fringe, and having performed in every corner... http://redbennies.com/events/april-fools-day---bent-outta-shape http://redbennies.com/events/april-fools-day---bent-outta-shape Wed, 8 Feb 2012 20:57:25 +1000 APRIL FOOLS DAY - Bent Outta Shape Event Dates Sunday, 1st Apr 2012 Event Overview JOY94.9 Presents. APRIL FOOLS DAY - Bent Outta Shape!!. Raucous and raunchy, the rib tickling, bent benditos of queer comedy bust out their moves for JOYFM and Bent TV in the fundraiser from Hell! Join the best gay and lesbian touring artists and Australian talent for a whole night being being aired on Bent TV, so crack out your sunday best for APRIL FOOLS DAY - Bent Outta Shape! JOEL CREASEY (MC). Joel is afraid of a lot. Be it snakes, heights or Tony Abbott... you'll usually find Joel cowering behind the couch. But one thing Joel hates more than anything is nudity. Which is stupid. We've... http://redbennies.com/events/australian-booty http://redbennies.com/events/australian-booty Wed, 8 Feb 2012 19:42:20 +1000 Australian Booty Event Dates Thursday, 12th Apr 2012 Event Overview Melbourne International Comedy Festival - Brown Girl Burlesque. In a sumptuous hour of jokes, stories and original song Australia Booty will shock, tickle and make you wanna shake what your mama gave you. Candy B grew up in the Aussie suburbs watching Home and Away and playing with Barbie Dolls. In high school she straightened her afro and eventually gave up on ever finding a pair of jeans that would fit over her rather “phat” derriere. Not “fitting in” would become a theme in her story. This fat-bottomed-gal’s killer journey from booty shame to booty pride... http://redbennies.com/events/titters http://redbennies.com/events/titters Wed, 8 Feb 2012 19:17:02 +1000 Titters Event Dates Saturday, 31st Mar 2012 Event Overview . HOST Sheridan Stewart ( 3.JPG). ‘Former radio host Sheridan Stewart shines as the compere of this strong ensemble of funny women’ – Messenger Press. . ‘Sheridan – full bore voluptuous!’ Advertiser . . ‘Hugely glamorous, Stewart is a winning and likable host she gives each act a fantastic build up, so you really do want to see them.’ – Chortle. LIZ SKITCH (lizopencrop). The daring darling of cabaret who, wearing little more than her piano accordion and a smile, won over Titters! Adelaide audiences in 2011, who better to get the party... http://redbennies.com/events/eastend-cabaret http://redbennies.com/events/eastend-cabaret Wed, 8 Feb 2012 17:28:04 +1000 Eastend Cabaret Event Dates Friday, 23rd Mar 2012 Event Overview Armed with accordion, musical saw and an irresistible penchant for the risqué, "Cabaret Superstars" (Time Out) Bernadette Byrne and Victor Victoria amuse, arouse and enlighten with intimate stories, satirically subverted classics and original, darkly comic songs. You have nothing to lose but your chains… and your innocence. . "Comic genius." ★★★★★ Three Weeks. "Marvellously funny." ★★★★ The Scotsman. "Vive la Revolution!" ★★★★ The Skinny. http://redbennies.com/events/782 http://redbennies.com/events/782 Tue, 7 Feb 2012 15:45:33 +1000 Kit Kat Club Burlesque Event Dates Friday, 9th Mar 2012 Friday, 16th Mar 2012 Event Overview Melbourne's premier burlesque artists bring you a boundary breaking new format, KIT KAT CLUB BURLESQUE that will leave you on the edge of your seat and gasping for breath. A little bit twisted with lashings of raunch, Kit Kat Club Burlesque provides the best evening's entertainment available in Melbourne. . So with cocktail in hand step into a hazy world where not everything is as it seems and rules were meant to be broken, where inhibition is left behind with the tug of a garter and toss of a glove. Featuring special guests.... Evie Red. Lauren Skopalova. Becky Lou. Betty... http://redbennies.com/events/781 http://redbennies.com/events/781 Tue, 7 Feb 2012 15:41:30 +1000 Kit Kat Club Burlesque Event Dates Friday, 2nd Mar 2012 Event Overview Melbourne's premier burleque artists bring you a boundary breaking new format, KIT KAT CLUB BURLESQUE that will leave you on the edge of your seat and gasping for breath. A little bit twisted with lashings of raunch, Kit Kat Club Burlesque provides the best evening's entertainment available in Melbourne. . So with cocktail in hand step into a hazy world where not everything is as it seems and rules were meant to be broken, where inhibition is left behind with the tug of a garter and toss of a glove. FEATURING.... MIMI LE NOIRE (LONDON, UK). London's own, a burlesque star who will... http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---1930s http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies---1930s Tue, 7 Feb 2012 15:03:18 +1000 BIG BENNIES - 1930s Event Dates Saturday, 31st Mar 2012 Event Overview The all-new BIG BENNIES... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne.Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and... http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies-the-launch http://redbennies.com/events/big-bennies-the-launch Tue, 7 Feb 2012 14:45:46 +1000 BIG BENNIES... THE LAUNCH! Event Dates Saturday, 24th Mar 2012 Event Overview The all-new BIG BENNIES... bringing circus, cabaret, vaudeville and other performances to the next level, as never before seen on the south side of Melbourne. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and... http://redbennies.com/events/778 http://redbennies.com/events/778 Tue, 7 Feb 2012 14:25:41 +1000 RB's South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 17th Mar 2012 Event Overview Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee... http://redbennies.com/events/777 http://redbennies.com/events/777 Tue, 7 Feb 2012 14:06:09 +1000 RB's South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 10th Mar 2012 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the... http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-south-side-show http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-south-side-show Tue, 7 Feb 2012 13:41:05 +1000 Red Bennies South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 3rd Mar 2012 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee ... http://redbennies.com/events/775 http://redbennies.com/events/775 Thu, 2 Feb 2012 18:24:11 +1000 RB's LIVE Event Dates Thursday, 15th Mar 2012 Event Overview Melbourne's best local live music has a new home on the southside! . Over the last month at Red Bennies we've been getting some of the best local live bands in as a test to see just how much we can rock the southside with amazing local Melbourne music, and the test results:. We need more! . Every Thursday Red Bennies Live will be hosting the best local live music Melbourne has to offer, and to kick of our official launch we've got a special bunch of very very talented minstrels in to get you rocking off your feet! . MONEY FOR ROPE, THE HARLOTS, VAN MYER AND THE PIERCE BROTHERS. . **For the... http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-live http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-live Thu, 2 Feb 2012 12:27:24 +1000 RB's LIVE Event Dates Thursday, 16th Feb 2012 Event Overview RB Live Thursdays is on again THURSDAY FEBRUARY 16TH with $9 JUGSTILL 9PM!ALL THE LIVE MUSIC YOU CAN HANDLE. Doors open at 7pm with the live music kicking off at 9pm with awesome DJ's after! . Price: $10, $8 with list!. UndercoloursReaching for timeless songs and sounds is Melbourne band Undercolours. Moving from explosive rock songs and emotive story telling far beyond their years, their music is showing a boldness to put song craft before trend. Having played recent supports for Grouplove and Naked and Famous, Undercolours are very much emerging as a new force in the Australian rock... http://redbennies.com/events/772 http://redbennies.com/events/772 Thu, 2 Feb 2012 11:33:18 +1000 Untitled Event Dates Event Overview No content available. http://redbennies.com/events/the-roaring-20s-with-special-guests-shirazz http://redbennies.com/events/the-roaring-20s-with-special-guests-shirazz Wed, 1 Feb 2012 21:27:55 +1000 THE ROARING 20'S with special guests SHIRAZZ Event Dates Saturday, 25th Feb 2012 Event Overview The Roaring Twenties were a decade when America cast off many of the inhibitions of earlier and celebrated prosperity, movies, the automobile, and jazz. Red Bennies takes you back in time 90 years to a spectacular presentation of the 1920s, complete with cabaret, jazzy beats, daring circus stunts and classic art deco styling. Also known as The Jazz Age, the Red Bennies Roaring 20s welcomes reputed Melbourne jazz band, Shirazz, as well as 3 Feet of Beat (tap), Hannah Trott (aerial), Strawberry Siren (burlesque) and more. SHIRAZZ. Shirazz is a six-piece Melbourne trad jazz and dixieland band, ... http://redbennies.com/events/three-high-acrobatics-present-knock-off http://redbennies.com/events/three-high-acrobatics-present-knock-off Wed, 1 Feb 2012 21:17:29 +1000 THREE HIGH ACROBATICS present KNOCK OFF Event Dates Wednesday, 15th Feb 2012 Event Overview . A blonde, a brunette and a Japanese guy walk into a building site. Their mission is to construct a contemporary circus show. . Using comedy, circus, parody and music, watch as a gym junkie, ninja and reformed hippy endeavour to explore what it takes to make a piece of 'contemporary' art. . Watch as 3 high acrobatics knock off! . Part of the Adelaide Fringe Festival February 24th to March 18th - this is a one-night-only preview show. http://redbennies.com/events/perfect-match- http://redbennies.com/events/perfect-match- Wed, 1 Feb 2012 20:17:27 +1000 PERFECT MATCH Event Dates Tuesday, 14th Feb 2012 Event Overview Get back to the big hair and throbbing... chests of the 80's for the gameshow with the most heart PERFECT MATCH. Dexter the robot, the cheeseball host and the showgirl with very revealing dress are going to set you up on the road to love this Valentine's Day. There will be tears, the will be hair, but above all there will be JOY. When you get peaches and cream on your blind date to find a PERFECT MATCH. Joined by a host of performers... Garth Ploog, Dolly Diamond, Nicole Gregurek, Liz Skitch, David Hunt, Sue Wilkinson and more... http://redbennies.com/events/african-film-festival---closing-night http://redbennies.com/events/african-film-festival---closing-night Wed, 1 Feb 2012 15:04:15 +1000 African Film Festival - Closing Night Event Dates Sunday, 15th Apr 2012 Event Overview Film: Kinshasa Symphony. Country: Democratic Republic of Congo. Director: Claus Wischman . Year: 2010. Synopsis. Multiple awards including:. • Gold medal for New York Festival 2011. • Nominated for the GERMAN FILM AWARD2011. • Rhode Island Int. Film Festival 2010: Grand Prize “Best Cinematography. ”Kinshasa Symphony” shows how people living in one of the most chaotic cities in the world have managed to forge one of the most complex systems of human cooperation ever invented: a symphony orchestra. It is a film about the Congo, about the people of... http://redbennies.com/events/african-film-festival---african-shorts-session http://redbennies.com/events/african-film-festival---african-shorts-session Wed, 1 Feb 2012 14:48:59 +1000 African Film Festival - African Shorts Session Event Dates Saturday, 14th Apr 2012 Event Overview Film: Say Grace Before Drowning. Country: Sierra Leone / USA. Director: Nikyatu Jusu . Year: 2010 . Synopsis:. A child born out of rape, Hawa was brought to the USA by a relative at 8 years of age. She meets with her African Refugee mother for the first time in six years. After enduring unspeakable violence, her mother suffers from psychological issues. This film shows how the actions of Hawa’s mother impacts on her own outlook on life. . Film: Shooting Freetown. Country: Sierra Leone. Director: Kieran Hanson. Year: 2011. Synopsis:. A decade since Sierra Leone’s devastating civil... http://redbennies.com/events/african-film-festival---liberia-77 http://redbennies.com/events/african-film-festival---liberia-77 Wed, 1 Feb 2012 14:45:20 +1000 African Film Festival - Liberia 77 Event Dates Friday, 13th Apr 2012 Event Overview Film: Liberia 77. Country: Liberia/Canada. Director: Jeff Topham . Year: 2011. Synopsis:. For Jeff Topham and his brother Andrew, 70s Liberia was a childhood paradise of endless beaches, thick jungle – even a pet chimp. Their father worked for Exchem, a Canadian company that made explosives for the Liberian mining industry. He also took thousands of photographs – extensively recording not only an ex-pat family’s extraordinary African experience, but also unknowingly documenting a country and a people on the edge of destruction. . 30 years later, and now both photographers... http://redbennies.com/events/african-film-festival---democracy-in-dakar http://redbennies.com/events/african-film-festival---democracy-in-dakar Wed, 1 Feb 2012 14:41:09 +1000 African Film Festival - Democracy in Dakar Event Dates Thursday, 12th Apr 2012 Event Overview Film: Democracy in Dakar. Country: Senegal. Director: Ben Herson. Year: 2009 . Synopsis:. Democracy in Dakar is a groundbreaking documentary film about hip-hop youth and politics in Dakar Senegal. The film follows rappers, DJs, journalists, professors and people on the street at the time before during and after the controversial 2007 presidential election in Senegal and examines hip-hop’s role on the political process. Originally shot as a seven part documentary mini-series released via the internet – the documentary bridges the gap between hip-hop activism, video journalism and... http://redbennies.com/events/african-film-festival---opening-night http://redbennies.com/events/african-film-festival---opening-night Wed, 1 Feb 2012 14:28:18 +1000 African Film Festival - Opening Night Event Dates Wednesday, 11th Apr 2012 Event Overview The 1st African Film Festival Australia is a travelling film series with the purpose of showcasing African features, documentaries, animation, shorts, experimental films and classics to audiences across Australia. Each year, the most fascinating, interesting and thoughtful film from Africa and beyond are screened. From world-premieres to local shorts, we’ve got it all, with an aim to showcase the diversity of African cinema and to discover the best new African talent. For more visit www.africanfilmfestival.com.au. Film: Restless City. Country: Nigeria/USA. Director: Andrew Dosunmu .... http://redbennies.com/events/the-bass-bizzare---q-bert-amp-reeps-one http://redbennies.com/events/the-bass-bizzare---q-bert-amp-reeps-one Mon, 23 Jan 2012 16:05:22 +1000 THE BASS BIZZARE - Q-bert & Reeps One Event Dates Thursday, 23rd Feb 2012 Event Overview PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS - DJ Peril, Def Emission, Soliloquy, Mz Risk. Witness the future evolution of bass culture, this is the Bass Bizarre. . 4 x DMC World Champion, Sundance award winning director and hip hop pioneer DJ Qbert and 2 x UK beatbox Champion Reeps One combine dubstep, hip hop, drum n bass, beatboxing, turntablism and raw adrenalin in a spontaneous free form explosion of sub bass insanity that will rock your ear drums like nothing you have experienced before. The Bass Bizarre world tour kicks off in the UK in January 2012, don't miss it! . The Bass Bizarre studio EP similarly... http://redbennies.com/events/albare- http://redbennies.com/events/albare- Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:29:57 +1000 ALBARE Event Dates Wednesday, 22nd Feb 2012 Event Overview The Albare Travel Diary Band Debut at Red Bennies. Wednesday 22nd February . . Albare will be debuting at Red Bennies with his band Travel Diary on Wednesday February 22nd. With a body of work encompassing two decades, Albare and his band draw from his vast catalogue of compositions, inspired by composers as diverse as Jango Reinhart, Tom Jobim and George Gershwin to name a few. Seeing Albare and his band perform will take you on an unexpected journey. The musicianship of these incredible artists is such that they reinterpret, reinvent and take the audience to new musical horizons at each... http://redbennies.com/events/one-night-in-vegas---australia-eve-party http://redbennies.com/events/one-night-in-vegas---australia-eve-party Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:57:43 +1000 One Night In Vegas - Australia Eve Party Event Dates Wednesday, 25th Jan 2012 Event Overview . One Night Events proudly presents One Night In Vegas . One Night in Vegas DJs - KEN WALKER (EVE, ALUMBRA, TRAK), SUGABASS, SOSA, LADY-D, SAMUS JAY DEKDRUM (LIVE PERCUSSION) + MC E DOUBLE DMelbourne's finest DJs playing HOUSE & MASHUPS. Live Circus show before 11pm, 'Vegas showgirls', Vegas GO-GO dancers + special Vegas surprises. $5 basics, $3.50 beers before 11pm, $5 wet pussy all night.$15 tickets through At the venue$20 guest list. $25 General. http://redbennies.com/events/aerial-divas-hoopla http://redbennies.com/events/aerial-divas-hoopla Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:25:36 +1000 Aerial Diva's HOOPLA!! Event Dates Sunday, 19th Feb 2012 Event Overview . FIRST BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION. Launched in February 2011, Aerial Divas is the world’s first dedicated. aerial hoop studio and we’re celebrating a huge first year of taking. fitness to new heights! . Join us for a big party and performances from our amazing instructors. and special guest. Featuring principal instructor and former Cirque du. Soleil performer Rachel Kmetko, Red Bennies regular Jess Ward, Pole &. Aerial Diva Gracie Buntine and Miss Pole Dance Victoria and. international instructor, Lou Landers. . Come and play with us as we celebrate our first birthday at Hoopla! .... http://redbennies.com/events/mayhem-cabaret-what-goes-on-tour http://redbennies.com/events/mayhem-cabaret-what-goes-on-tour Mon, 16 Jan 2012 18:35:38 +1000 Mayhem Cabaret "What goes on tour..." Event Dates Saturday, 25th Feb 2012 Event Overview It’s week 45 on tour and Miss K and her 1-night stands are going a tad batty.. Though they try to perform their now famous cabaret/rock or ‘crock’ show they continually digress, instead sharing stories of the road and the train-wreck that is their unrequited love-triangle. . Think Muppets meets Flight of the Concords via Fear and Loathing; Leyland Brother style. A show about a show within a show; this is an all-in musical bonanza brawl that can only end in tears. . Starring Klara McMurray (Mayhem Cabaret, Love War Faith & a Singing Telegram, IL Mio Amore, Hot Spell),... http://redbennies.com/events/mayhem-cabaret-what-goes-on-tour- http://redbennies.com/events/mayhem-cabaret-what-goes-on-tour- Fri, 13 Jan 2012 12:05:15 +1000 Mayhem Cabaret "What goes on tour..." Event Dates Saturday, 18th Feb 2012 Event Overview It’s week 45 on tour and Miss K and her 1-night stands are going a tad batty. Though they try to perform their now famous cabaret/rock or ‘crock’ show they continually digress, instead sharing stories of the road and the train-wreck that is their unrequited love-triangle. Think Muppets meets Flight of the Concords via Fear and Loathing; Leyland Brother style. A show about a show within a show; this is an all-in musical bonanza brawl that can only end in tears. Starring Klara McMurray (Mayhem Cabaret, Love War Faith & a Singing Telegram, IL Mio Amore, Hot Spell), Gumpy... http://redbennies.com/events/badass-burlesque---anti-valentines-show---down-with-love http://redbennies.com/events/badass-burlesque---anti-valentines-show---down-with-love Fri, 13 Jan 2012 11:31:59 +1000 Badass Burlesque - Anti-Valentine's Show - "Down With Love" Event Dates Saturday, 11th Feb 2012 Event Overview "Not Just Strip" a showcase of a variety of burlesque based performances that are not just focussed on the 'conceal and reveal' aspect. Features performers who also sing, play instruments, or have a comical or circus twist on the general burlesque theme.. http://redbennies.com/events/badass-burlesque-late-show---not-just-strip http://redbennies.com/events/badass-burlesque-late-show---not-just-strip Fri, 13 Jan 2012 11:11:35 +1000 Badass Burlesque Late Show - "Not Just Strip" Event Dates Saturday, 4th Feb 2012 Event Overview "Not Just Strip" a showcase of a variety of burlesque based performances that are not just focussed on the 'conceal and reveal' aspect. Features performers who also sing, play instruments, or have a comical or circus twist on the general burlesque theme. http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-live---chk-chk-boom--van-myer--chris-oneill http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-live---chk-chk-boom--van-myer--chris-oneill Thu, 12 Jan 2012 17:09:23 +1000 RB's Live - Chk Chk Boom + Van Myer + Chris O'Neill Event Dates Thursday, 2nd Feb 2012 Event Overview CHK CHK BOOM!. One of 2011's most exciting bands is kicking off Red Bennies Live on February 2nd! Lead by the incredibly talented and stunningly beautiful, Nicola, these guys were packing out and winning over venues all over Melbourne at 2011's end. Having returned from Europe, Nicola and the gang are going to be bringing you a fusion of indie/funk/dance/electro/soul/love/sex that will definately get your body groovin and your ass shakin! CHK CHK BOOM!is an electro rock'n'soul explosion right here from Melbourne, Australia. Get your dancing shoes ready! Van Myer. Van Myer are a rock/soul band... http://redbennies.com/events/752 http://redbennies.com/events/752 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 16:58:04 +1000 Untitled Event Dates Thursday, 12th Jan 2012 Event Overview No content available. http://redbennies.com/events/australian-burleque-festival-fundraiser http://redbennies.com/events/australian-burleque-festival-fundraiser Tue, 10 Jan 2012 09:59:48 +1000 Australian Burleque Festival Fundraiser Event Dates Thursday, 9th Feb 2012 Event Overview . The producers of ABF are putting on a very special festival teaser showcase, just for you!!! This will help us raise some must needed funds so we can bring you a bigger and better Burlesque Festival!! . ... . So if you want to see some very special burlesque, have a chance to win some giveaways, prizes & festival passes to our Melbourne shows then make sure you come to this!! . We have a huge line-up of AMAZING burlesque & cabaret talent that will blow your mind!! Some of the best of the best! . We announce our festival 'HEADLINERS'! Woo hoo, wait until you hear who we have booked.... http://redbennies.com/events/polar-nation http://redbennies.com/events/polar-nation Sat, 7 Jan 2012 16:52:55 +1000 POLAR NATION Event Dates Friday, 13th Jan 2012 Event Overview The boys are back at Bennies! . http://redbennies.com/events/749 http://redbennies.com/events/749 Sat, 7 Jan 2012 16:28:44 +1000 KIT KAT CLUB Burlesque Event Dates Friday, 24th Feb 2012 Event Overview Melbourne's premier burleque artists bring you a boundary breaking new format, KIT KAT CLUB BURLESQUE that will leave you on the edge of your seat and gasping for breath. A little bit twisted with lashings of raunch, Kit Kat Club Burlesque provides the best evening's entertainment available in Melbourne. . So with cocktail in hand step into a hazy world where not everything is as it seems and rules were meant to be broken, where inhibition is left behind with the tug of a garter and toss of a glove. Featuring special guests.... Lauren Skopalova. Betty Blood. Becky Lou. Scarlett. Dolores... http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-burlesque-featuring-miss-la-vida-nz http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-burlesque-featuring-miss-la-vida-nz Sat, 7 Jan 2012 16:19:24 +1000 KIT KAT CLUB Burlesque featuring Miss La Vida (NZ) Event Dates Friday, 17th Feb 2012 Event Overview Melbourne's premier burleque artists bring you a boundary breaking new format, KIT KAT CLUB BURLESQUE that will leave you on the edge of your seat and gasping for breath. A little bit twisted with lashings of raunch, Kit Kat Club Burlesque provides the best evening's entertainment available in Melbourne. . So with cocktail in hand step into a hazy world where not everything is as it seems and rules were meant to be broken, where inhibition is left behind with the tug of a garter and toss of a glove. This month's special guest Miss La VidaFrom London to Las Vegas, New York to Auckland, Miss La... http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-burlesque http://redbennies.com/events/kit-kat-club-burlesque Sat, 7 Jan 2012 15:49:37 +1000 KIT KAT CLUB Burlesque Event Dates Friday, 10th Feb 2012 Event Overview Melbourne's premier burleque artists bring you a boundary breaking new format, KIT KAT CLUB BURLESQUE that will leave you on the edge of your seat and gasping for breath. A little bit twisted with lashings of raunch, Kit Kat Club Burlesque provides the best evening's entertainment available in Melbourne. So with cocktail in hand step into a hazy world where not everything is as it seems and rules were meant to be broken, where inhibition is left behind with the tug of a garter and toss of a glove. Featuring special guests.... Scarlett. Nicole Gregurek . Dolores Daquiri. Evie Red. Rosy... http://redbennies.com/events/major-tom-amp-the-atoms--captain-groove---australia-day http://redbennies.com/events/major-tom-amp-the-atoms--captain-groove---australia-day Sat, 7 Jan 2012 14:38:43 +1000 Major Tom & the Atoms + Captain Groove - AUSTRALIA DAY Event Dates Thursday, 26th Jan 2012 Event Overview MAJOR TOM & THE ATOMS. Major Tom & The Atoms are an explosive live rhythm'n'blues orchestra featuring Little Red's resident baritone 'Major' Tom Hartney on vocals, Sean 'Wailin Smithers' Vagg on saxophone, Adam 'Vibes Chancellor' Swoboda on drums, Si 'Cat' Lawrie on bass, Simon 'Taita' Tait on guitars and Ben 'Hoos' Huisman on keys!! The Atoms play a range of styles, from foot-stompin funkytonk blues, to howlin' growlin' jungle grooves, to spy-chedelic shootout tunes! CAPTAIN GROOVE. This is a band that has never happened before, combining elements of jazz fusion, funk and disco all... http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-2nd-birthday---kit-kat-club-burlesque http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-2nd-birthday---kit-kat-club-burlesque Fri, 6 Jan 2012 10:45:43 +1000 RED BENNIES 2ND BIRTHDAY - KIT KAT CLUB BURLESQUE Event Dates Friday, 3rd Feb 2012 Event Overview . Red Bennies enters the terrible two's in sexy style, celebrating the launch of the KIT KAT CLUB BURLESQUE. Join us for a night of mayhem and glamour in Red Bennies 2nd Birthday Extravaganza! Melbourne's premier burleque artists bring you a boundary breaking new format, KIT KAT CLUB BURLESQUE that will leave you on the edge of your seat and gasping for breath. A little bit twisted with lashings of raunch, Kit Kat Club Burlesque provides the best evening's entertainment available in Melbourne. So with cocktail in hand step into a hazy world where not everything is as it seems and rules were... http://redbennies.com/events/glamazonian-new-adventures-of-a-50ft-woman http://redbennies.com/events/glamazonian-new-adventures-of-a-50ft-woman Thu, 5 Jan 2012 16:18:32 +1000 GLAMAZONIAN: New Adventures of a 50ft. Woman Event Dates Thursday, 2nd Feb 2012 Event Overview Bigger. Better. And now with more sequins! The 50Ft. Woman is crash landing into Red Bennies with her critically acclaimed, circus extravaganza ‘GLAMAZONIAN!’ This is a ONE NIGHT ONLY special preview before the show opens in The Spiegeltent at the FRINGE WORLD FESTIVAL 2012 in Perth. Witness the hilarious and heartbreaking spectacle of this extraordinary woman trying to make her way in an ordinary world. A parable of strength, fragility, challenge and triumph, jam packed with daring, strong-woman feats, hula hoops, slapstick, lycra, bananas with music mixed and performed live by... http://redbennies.com/events/sforzando---the-pirate-orchestra http://redbennies.com/events/sforzando---the-pirate-orchestra Thu, 5 Jan 2012 13:59:00 +1000 SFORZANDO - the Pirate Orchestra Event Dates Friday, 20th Jan 2012 Event Overview Combining elements of punk, Western European folk music and sea shanties to create "a soundscape for the ocean", and there is notable Irish and Balkan influences on their sound. Quincy Hall (vocals) Raju Sharma (percussion) Scott Jansen (violin) Paul Tierney (drums) Dave O'Reilly (guitar) Ben Tarpey (bass guitar) Sharon Ryan (guitar) Wez Rowe (keyboards), (accordion) SFORZANDO play Red Bennies Friday Jan 20 at 10:30pm, Tix $20. http://redbennies.com/events/shirley-davis-and-the-rain http://redbennies.com/events/shirley-davis-and-the-rain Thu, 5 Jan 2012 13:18:14 +1000 SHIRLEY DAVIS AND THE RAIN Event Dates Friday, 13th Jan 2012 Event Overview Aria nominated for Best Dance release in 2005 with electronic outfit DeepFace 'Been Good', Shirley Davis is an Australian tour de force, performing with artists like Wilson Pickett, Sly Johnson, Betty Harris, Marva Whitney, Sharon Jones and many others. See Shirley Davis and the Rain as they bring you their superb New Orleans funk on Friday January 13. http://redbennies.com/events/739 http://redbennies.com/events/739 Thu, 5 Jan 2012 11:04:18 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 25th Feb 2012 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee hours... http://redbennies.com/events/738 http://redbennies.com/events/738 Thu, 5 Jan 2012 10:58:38 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 18th Feb 2012 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee hours... http://redbennies.com/events/737 http://redbennies.com/events/737 Thu, 5 Jan 2012 10:50:58 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 11th Feb 2012 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee hours... http://redbennies.com/events/735 http://redbennies.com/events/735 Thu, 5 Jan 2012 10:30:09 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 4th Feb 2012 Event Overview . JOIN US FOR OUR SECOND BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS!. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the... http://redbennies.com/events/circus-gold---leggings-are-not-pants http://redbennies.com/events/circus-gold---leggings-are-not-pants Thu, 29 Dec 2011 13:47:13 +1000 Circus Gold - "LEGGINGS ARE NOT PANTS" Event Dates Wednesday, 25th Jan 2012 Event Overview . Raw! Raucous! Beautiful!. Leggings Are Not Pants shows that there are no boundaries to gender identity, but there are to lycra. A pole show with a twist on the sexy, this is for anyone who wants to explore their inner dancer. Full of laughter, sweat, acrobatics, beauty, rocking live music, muscles and sacrilicious fervour, this hilarious show defies the divide between masculinity and femininity and irreverently explores being queer in today's world. From Sara Pheasant, the director of last year's fabulous and side-splittingly funny Ladies Prefer Brunettes, it is presented in conjunction... http://redbennies.com/events/732 http://redbennies.com/events/732 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 12:46:19 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 7th Jan 2012 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee ... http://redbennies.com/events/house-music http://redbennies.com/events/house-music Mon, 19 Dec 2011 11:53:13 +1000 House Music Event Dates Sunday, 25th Dec 2011 Event Overview . JAMES BELIASA resident of one of the best club’s in Australia, Alumbra, since 2004 he regularly travels around Australia for gigs. . A diverse DJ able to play the massive main room house sound or more disco/vocal house, James has played some of the best clubs in the world, including Pacha (Ibiza) and of course Paradise Club (Mykonos). . James has played for and represented some of the best clubbing brands in the world including Ministry Of Sound, Defected In The House, F*** Me I’m Famous, Soul Heaven and more. James has warmed up for and played after some of the best talent in... http://redbennies.com/events/katia-pshenichner-and-band---live http://redbennies.com/events/katia-pshenichner-and-band---live Wed, 14 Dec 2011 16:37:06 +1000 Katia Pshenichner and Band - Live! Event Dates Sunday, 12th Feb 2012 Event Overview . What happens when jazz meets Russian pop from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s? No one really knows. But we can all find out on Sunday 12 February 2012 when Katia Pshenichner & Band present a quirky version of vintage Russian pop from behind the Iron Curtain, featuring Soviet swing, Rock & Roll, love ballads and popular hits from the final glorious decades of the USSR." . Vocals: Katia Pshenichner. Bass: Ash Gowan. Guitar: David Gooey. Drums: Scott Zimmer. Keys: Simon Bruckard. Trumpet: Victor Finkel. http://redbennies.com/events/729 http://redbennies.com/events/729 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 12:38:42 +1000 Champagne Burlesk - Striptease Parade Event Dates Friday, 30th Dec 2011 Event Overview . Presented by the co-creator and director of The Australian Burlesque Festival - Dolores Daiquiri! . Champagne Burlesk - Striptease Parade!. Do you like your burlesque shaken but not stirred? Do you like a bit of tickle with your tease? Do you want to relax after Christmas, sip champagne while watching saucy starlets shake what the good lord gave them? . Then 'Champagne Burlesk - Striptease Parade' is the show for you!! . Come on down to the sophisticated & lovely Red Bennies on the 30th December to see some fine burly-q gals perform gorgeous, glamorous, vintage flavoured shows. .... http://redbennies.com/events/steam-up http://redbennies.com/events/steam-up Fri, 9 Dec 2011 11:31:25 +1000 Steam Up Event Dates Friday, 10th Feb 2012 Event Overview . Don your frocks and vest, polish your pocket watch and dust off those gears. It’s time to steam up Melbourne - steampunk style. A night of magic, songs and burlesque, perhaps even an explosion or two as we try to harness all that steam has to offer. So let us take you to the past that never was, enchant you, amuse you and seduce you. STARRINGKERRY X. Kerryx is a sizzling and sensual bombshell waiting to be uncovered (literally!). Her style of Burlesque Noir has an alluring and sensual flair that will leave hearts pumping, pulses racing and imaginations running wild. Join Kerryx as she... http://redbennies.com/events/727 http://redbennies.com/events/727 Thu, 8 Dec 2011 12:14:45 +1000 Hot Brown Bitch Burlesque Event Dates Saturday, 14th Jan 2012 Event Overview Candy B. & Busty Beatz present a night of sassy sexuality, sweet poetry and bitchin’ brown burlesque.Join Candy B and her brown bitches in a night of sassy sexuality, sweet poetry and bitchin’ burlesque, all set to a tasty soundtrack created by the notorious Busty Beatz. This meal is complex, distinct in taste and however homegrown, rarely consumed on these shores. Prepare your palate for delicious dark female sensuality, a depth of flavour that will linger long past bedtime… Introducing HOT BROWN BITCH BURLESQUE and their premier performance 'Her Body The Dish'.... http://redbennies.com/events/hot-brown-bitch-burlesque http://redbennies.com/events/hot-brown-bitch-burlesque Thu, 8 Dec 2011 12:03:52 +1000 Hot Brown Bitch Burlesque Event Dates Friday, 13th Jan 2012 Event Overview Candy B. & Busty Beatz present a night of sassy sexuality, sweet poetry and bitchin’ brown burlesque.Join Candy B and her brown bitches in a night of sassy sexuality, sweet poetry and bitchin’ burlesque, all set to a tasty soundtrack created by the notorious Busty Beatz. This meal is complex, distinct in taste and however homegrown, rarely consumed on these shores. Prepare your palate for delicious dark female sensuality, a depth of flavour that will linger long past bedtime… Introducing HOT BROWN BITCH BURLESQUE and their premier performance 'Her Body The Dish'. .... http://redbennies.com/events/hot-brown-bitch-burlesque- http://redbennies.com/events/hot-brown-bitch-burlesque- Thu, 8 Dec 2011 11:50:30 +1000 Hot Brown Bitch Burlesque Event Dates Thursday, 12th Jan 2012 Event Overview Candy B. & Busty Beatz present a night of sassy sexuality, sweet poetry and bitchin’ brown burlesque.. . Join Candy B and her brown bitches in a night of sassy sexuality, sweet poetry and bitchin’ burlesque, all set to a tasty soundtrack created by the notorious Busty Beatz. This meal is complex, distinct in taste and however homegrown, rarely consumed on these shores. Prepare your palate for delicious dark female sensuality, a depth of flavour that will linger long past bedtime… Introducing HOT BROWN BITCH BURLESQUE and their premier performance 'Her Body The Dish'.... http://redbennies.com/events/723 http://redbennies.com/events/723 Wed, 7 Dec 2011 14:37:21 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 28th Jan 2012 Event Overview . PERFORMERS TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON.Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side... http://redbennies.com/events/the-jelly-tub-rollers---live http://redbennies.com/events/the-jelly-tub-rollers---live Tue, 6 Dec 2011 18:32:56 +1000 The Jelly Tub Rollers - Live! Event Dates Friday, 9th Dec 2011 Event Overview . The Jelly Tub Rollers play thigh-slappin' 1930s party jazz and blues. Featuring the flying feet and raucous rhythms of Thomas the Tap Engine, these over-dressed super-swing vaudevillians are guaranteed to get your party jumping! Combining the driving beat of drums, double bass and guitar with the tickles and moans of saxophone, trombone and vocals, the Jelly Tub Rollers bring an old-world energy to classic and original jazz tunes. . The Jelly Tub Rollers started as a busking band in early 2008, busking being an ideal forum for sharing the energy and flavor of their crowd-stopping... http://redbennies.com/events/chrismukkah http://redbennies.com/events/chrismukkah Thu, 1 Dec 2011 15:15:11 +1000 CHRISMUKKAH Event Dates Saturday, 24th Dec 2011 Event Overview . Merry Chrismukkah!. Chanukah and Christmas, the wonderful time of the year when the Judeo-Christian religions give each other gifts to mark some poignant moment in their history. This year the two cross over with Chanukah and Christmas falling at the same time. So joy to the world, as we light up the night with a Red Bennies Chrismukkah. . On the 4th day of Chanukah and Christmas eve, Red Bennies is pleased to present Chrismukkah. While the halls are usually decked with holly Red Bennies has extended the olive branch and will be sure to be burning the oil well into the 8th day. . So whether... http://redbennies.com/events/717 http://redbennies.com/events/717 Thu, 1 Dec 2011 14:00:14 +1000 Swing Patrol - Swinging Mondays Event Dates Monday, 19th Dec 2011 Event Overview . Welcome to Swing Patrol. We are a big crazy group of people devoted to having fun, making new friends and sharing our love of Lindy Hop, Balboa, Charleston, Blues, Solo Jazz and Tap Dancing. . Scott & Claudia started in 1998 and head up wonderful communities who swing dance in London (UK), Melbourne, Sydney and Tasmania. Welcome to our family of swing dancing lovers. . So, are you ready to swing? Simply turn up. No bookings, prior dance skills or even partners necessary. Let the professional lead the way! . Every Monday at 7pm. http://redbennies.com/events/swing-patrol---swinging-mondays http://redbennies.com/events/swing-patrol---swinging-mondays Thu, 1 Dec 2011 13:53:55 +1000 Swing Patrol - Swinging Mondays Event Dates Monday, 12th Dec 2011 Event Overview . Welcome to Swing Patrol. We are a big crazy group of people devoted to having fun, making new friends and sharing our love of Lindy Hop, Balboa, Charleston, Blues, Solo Jazz and Tap Dancing. . Scott & Claudia started in 1998 and head up wonderful communities who swing dance in London (UK), Melbourne, Sydney and Tasmania. Welcome to our family of swing dancing lovers. . So, are you ready to swing? Simply turn up. No bookings, prior dance skills or even partners necessary. Let the professional lead the way! . Every Monday at 7pm. http://redbennies.com/events/the-brass-monkeys---live-music http://redbennies.com/events/the-brass-monkeys---live-music Wed, 30 Nov 2011 13:59:48 +1000 The Brass Monkeys - Live Music Event Dates Friday, 16th Dec 2011 Event Overview With special guest appearances from performers of Mr. Bennies Xmas Special!. "The Brass Monkeys were a surprise packet with horns and keys and enough funk to melt your face." ~ The Push, 2011. The Brass Monkeys are a reassurance of diversity from the average teen rock band, playing originals in a quirky amalgamation of funk, ska, reggae, soul & rock n’ roll. Possessing an undeniable groove supported by their musicianship and on-stage energy, the BM have wowed audiences all over the joint. The band's 4th year together is coming to a close, a year including victories, challenges,... http://redbennies.com/events/713 http://redbennies.com/events/713 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 13:31:03 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 21st Jan 2012 Event Overview . MORE PERFORMERS TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON!Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South... http://redbennies.com/events/the-more-bang-for-your-buck-burlesque-show http://redbennies.com/events/the-more-bang-for-your-buck-burlesque-show Mon, 28 Nov 2011 16:23:45 +1000 The More Bang for your Buck Burlesque Show Event Dates Sunday, 4th Dec 2011 Event Overview . Want a little last minute perk up before you hit the daily grind next week? Feel like a Sunday roast a little less family-friendly? Well baby, we've got the girls to make you love Sunday nights again! These sassy broads love to bump, grind, and shake all the way into next week. They'll give you something to smile about as you daydream at your little office cubicle... The kind folks at Red Bennies have decided an end-of-weekend burlesque injection is just what the world needs right now, and have the girl show to prove it! . So hustle on down to our little oasis... http://redbennies.com/events/joys-midsumma-wow-party-amp-transylvanian-gyspy-kings http://redbennies.com/events/joys-midsumma-wow-party-amp-transylvanian-gyspy-kings Fri, 25 Nov 2011 13:55:30 +1000 JOY's Midsumma WoW Party & Transylvanian Gyspy Kings Event Dates Friday, 27th Jan 2012 Event Overview Presented by Red Bennies & the 2012 Midsumma Festival - A double feature event!JOY 94.9 – Women on Waves presents – Back to the 60's & 70'sWe all loved the swinging 60's and the mad cap 70's and how cool was the music! This one-off Fundraiser for JOY will feature the cream of Australia's female performers including BLUE HOUSE and superstar guests, all singing tracks from the 60's & 70's...go go dancers, roller skates, flower power, this will be the smash of the Festival! . Afterwards: the horas of Bucharest!Their style is very sexy, with lots of black leather,... http://redbennies.com/events/take-care-out-there-12---glbtiq-short-film-contest http://redbennies.com/events/take-care-out-there-12---glbtiq-short-film-contest Fri, 25 Nov 2011 12:37:04 +1000 Take Care (Out) There '12 - GLBTIQ Short Film Contest Event Dates Tuesday, 17th Jan 2012 Event Overview Join the Cinema Screening for the New Platform For Artists and Budding Filmmakers – enter the 'Take Care {out} There '12 - GLBTIQ Short Film Contest'. The ALSO Foundation has created the first professional GLBTIQ accolade for short film makers. Offering a unique and fresh communications platform for emerging talent to show their creativity around the subjects of sexual health and relationship issues, as well as the chance to debut works before award-winning judges Tony Ayres and Ana Kokkinos. Join us for the finalists screening and winner announcement! . The 'Take Care {out}... http://redbennies.com/events/bent-burlesque http://redbennies.com/events/bent-burlesque Fri, 25 Nov 2011 11:50:42 +1000 Bent Burlesque Event Dates Wednesday, 18th Jan 2012 Thursday, 19th Jan 2012 Friday, 20th Jan 2012 Saturday, 21st Jan 2012 Event Overview Presented by Red Bennies in association with Midsumma 2012 - A scintillating sliver of queer-topian history. Long before the revival, long before Dita Von Tease, long before Australia became overflowing with people getting their kit off for cash - the queer performance artists of Australia were out melting minds and twisting tease. This generation of smoking hot queer performers bubbled to the surface from the queer fringe to become some of Australia's leading performers. . Australia's Queen of Burlesque, Imogen Kelly is hosting a series of new events called Living Galleries and in these she... http://redbennies.com/events/702 http://redbennies.com/events/702 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 14:37:34 +1000 The New Oyster Club - Comedy Tuesdays Event Dates Tuesday, 13th Dec 2011 Event Overview . Red Bennies in association with Asher Treleaven is proud to present a new comedy night each Tuesday in October and November, The New Oyster Club. With the Melbourne Comedy Festival a mere 6 months away material needs to written, jokes need to be tested and shows need to be sharpened. All over Melbourne comedians are furiously scribbling away in the darkness trying to craft next years hit show. If only there was an amazing venue with great crowds where they could test their freshest new gags?  . Voila, welcome to The New Oyster Club. A new stand up comedy night for Melbourne’s... http://redbennies.com/events/701 http://redbennies.com/events/701 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 14:27:59 +1000 The New Oyster Club - Comedy Tuesdays Event Dates Tuesday, 6th Dec 2011 Event Overview . Red Bennies in association with Asher Treleaven is proud to present a new comedy night each Tuesday in October and November, The New Oyster Club. With the Melbourne Comedy Festival a mere 6 months away material needs to written, jokes need to be tested and shows need to be sharpened. All over Melbourne comedians are furiously scribbling away in the darkness trying to craft next years hit show. If only there was an amazing venue with great crowds where they could test their freshest new gags?  . Voila, welcome to The New Oyster Club. A new stand up comedy night for Melbourne’s... http://redbennies.com/events/the-new-oyster-club---comedy-tuesdays http://redbennies.com/events/the-new-oyster-club---comedy-tuesdays Wed, 23 Nov 2011 13:46:17 +1000 The New Oyster Club - Comedy Tuesdays Event Dates Tuesday, 29th Nov 2011 Event Overview . Red Bennies in association with Asher Treleaven is proud to present a new comedy night each Tuesday in October and November, The New Oyster Club. With the Melbourne Comedy Festival a mere 6 months away material needs to written, jokes need to be tested and shows need to be sharpened. All over Melbourne comedians are furiously scribbling away in the darkness trying to craft next years hit show. If only there was an amazing venue with great crowds where they could test their freshest new gags? . Voila, welcome to The New Oyster Club. A new stand up comedy night for Melbourne’s comedians... http://redbennies.com/events/699 http://redbennies.com/events/699 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 10:53:49 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 14th Jan 2012 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee hours... http://redbennies.com/events/698 http://redbennies.com/events/698 Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:31:00 +1000 Swinging Mondays - Swing Classes Event Dates Monday, 30th Jan 2012 Event Overview . Welcome to Swing Patrol. We are a big crazy group of people devoted to having fun, making new friends and sharing our love of Lindy Hop, Balboa, Charleston, Blues, Solo Jazz and Tap Dancing. Scott & Claudia started in 1998 and head up wonderful communities who swing dance in London (UK), Melbourne, Sydney and Tasmania. Welcome to our family of swing dancing lovers. . So, are you ready to swing? Simply turn up. No bookings, prior dance skills or even partners necessary. Let the professional lead the way! . Every Monday at 7pm. http://redbennies.com/events/697 http://redbennies.com/events/697 Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:23:17 +1000 Swinging Mondays - Swing Classes Event Dates Monday, 13th Feb 2012 Event Overview . Welcome to Swing Patrol. We are a big crazy group of people devoted to having fun, making new friends and sharing our love of Lindy Hop, Balboa, Charleston, Blues, Solo Jazz and Tap Dancing. Scott & Claudia started in 1998 and head up wonderful communities who swing dance in London (UK), Melbourne, Sydney and Tasmania. Welcome to our family of swing dancing lovers. . So, are you ready to swing? Simply turn up. No bookings, prior dance skills or even partners necessary. Let the professional lead the way! . Every Monday at 7pm. http://redbennies.com/events/696 http://redbennies.com/events/696 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 11:25:06 +1000 Mr. Bennies Xmas Special Event Dates Friday, 23rd Dec 2011 Event Overview . Red Bennies is hosting a Vaudeville Christmas party to get you in the festive spirit. Every Friday & Saturday night in December we are showcasing a selection of some of the best comedians, circus, side-show & burlesque performers in the business - All with a special Xmas touch, certain to make you feel warm and Christmassy down to the red baubles of your heart. So get out the tinsel, switch on the fairy lights and come and deck the Red Bennies halls with Holly; or Steve…. STARRINGASHER TRELEAVEN. Asher is a stand up comic, writer and actor working in Australia and the UK.... http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---poco-la-pax--kolors http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---poco-la-pax--kolors Thu, 17 Nov 2011 13:42:32 +1000 Jack Rabbit Slims - Poco La Pax + Kolors Event Dates Thursday, 8th Dec 2011 Event Overview . This will be the last Jack Rabbit Slims for the year. We have loaded into it more live music than we have in the past and invited back some favourites. Inviting Kolors, two lovely ladies that without a doubt, will blow your minds! POCO LA PAX. Poco la Pax is a Melbourne electro-pop dance outfit that combines the best of live instrumentation and electronic sampling through dynamic live performances. The irony in the name Poco la Pax, Latin for ‘a little peace’, is that there is nothing tranquil about this band. . With a firm feeling that good sound can’t get too big,... http://redbennies.com/events/694 http://redbennies.com/events/694 Wed, 16 Nov 2011 17:25:25 +1000 Jack Rabbit Slims Event Dates Thursday, 1st Dec 2011 Event Overview . The first of the last and the first of the month, normally the 1st of the month can be the date when bills arrive, or your pay goes in. December however sets the stage for the festival that we all know and love, the festival of lights (Christmas or Channukah)…there are lights involved in both of these wonderful times of year. . Whilst we do not plan to deck out the bells with holly or set ablaze 8 armed candelabras we do plan some festivities that will ensure you can keep drinking and afford gifts (for yourself or others). Jack Rabbit Live has organised, orchestrated and for a lack... http://redbennies.com/events/tiki-devil http://redbennies.com/events/tiki-devil Wed, 16 Nov 2011 14:22:19 +1000 Tiki Devil Event Dates Thursday, 1st Dec 2011 Event Overview . An event brought to you by the Aces of Suede CC. It is a night of Tiki and Hawaiian inspired Burlesque and Surf Music. All with a hint of hula! . FEATURINGMISS ROCKWELL DEVIL. Hailing from Northern California, Miss Rockwell DeVil is a modern day alternative model and Burlesque performer. This lovely tattooed vixen is notably recognized for her unique look and style, her tantalizing shimmy n' shake, and for her outstanding makeup and hair skills. Spending much time growing up with a fascination with old cars and bikes, it’s no surprise she ended up making a name for herself in the... http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---archetype-and-the-jsbs http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---archetype-and-the-jsbs Mon, 14 Nov 2011 14:15:16 +1000 Jack Rabbit Slims - Archetype and The JSBs Event Dates Thursday, 24th Nov 2011 Event Overview Jack Rabbit LiveThe JSB’s. They have a unique set of sounds that will be enough to get you up and about, but be warned they are also likely to actually melt your face. The JSBs are that awesome. The JSBs are an eclectic mix, and by that we mean a mix up of all things that are great. They aren’t exactly rock and roll, they have a bit rockabilly, that isn’t to say they missed blues or forgot about synth pop because they have that too. They are funk and also soul. They do this all with the addition of synth solos, percussion and hand claps. To say that a fantastic show is... http://redbennies.com/events/club-briefs-amp-the-woohoo-revue-live---nye-2011 http://redbennies.com/events/club-briefs-amp-the-woohoo-revue-live---nye-2011 Mon, 14 Nov 2011 11:40:23 +1000 CLUB BRIEFS & THE WOOHOO REVUE LIVE - NYE 2011 Event Dates Saturday, 31st Dec 2011 Event Overview A night of Burlesque, Cabaret, Circus, Vaudeville & Live Gypsy Music with a Red Bennies all-star cast!. New Year’s Eve at Red Bennies will be a true spectacular that will ensure your entry into 2012 starts off with an absolute bang! The dynamic duo - Fez Fannana & Mark Winmill - All male. All vaudeville. All trash – take over Red Bennies to form what will forever be fondly known as CLUB BRIEFS! This combined with a host of other performances from Melbourne’s finest.   The Woohoo Revue – the Gypsy-swinging band – who have become a Red Bennies... http://redbennies.com/events/the-nameless-party http://redbennies.com/events/the-nameless-party Fri, 11 Nov 2011 14:45:07 +1000 The Nameless Party Event Dates Friday, 25th Nov 2011 Event Overview . An evening of electronic music, cabaret, cocktails and more. Featuring a lineup of international electronic artists fresh from performing at Shine On festival. In their only other Victorian shows; Frivolous (Cadenza), Siopis (Get Physical), Komaton (Austria), Fiord (NZ) and The Bastards. . This will be a special night of the highest caliber of electronica in the lushest of environments. Don't miss the only chance you'll have to see these acts this year! www.rainbowserpent.net. www.shineonfestival.com.au. www.eclipse2012.com. FEATURINGFRIVOLOUS. Born Daniel Gardner, raised in isolated... http://redbennies.com/events/686 http://redbennies.com/events/686 Fri, 11 Nov 2011 13:08:48 +1000 Mr. Bennies Xmas Special Event Dates Saturday, 17th Dec 2011 Event Overview . Red Bennies is hosting a Vaudeville Christmas party to get you in the festive spirit. Every Friday & Saturday night in December we are showcasing a selection of some of the best comedians, circus, side-show & burlesque performers in the business - All with a special Xmas touch, certain to make you feel warm and Christmassy down to the red baubles of your heart. So get out the tinsel, switch on the fairy lights and come and deck the Red Bennies halls with Holly; or Steve…. STARRINGASHER TRELEAVEN. Asher is a stand up comic, writer and actor working in Australia and the UK.... http://redbennies.com/events/685 http://redbennies.com/events/685 Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:39:39 +1000 Mr. Bennies Xmas Special Event Dates Friday, 16th Dec 2011 Event Overview Doors open at 10pm due to a private function in the venue.. Red Bennies is hosting a Vaudeville Christmas party to get you in the festive spirit. Every Friday & Saturday night in December we are showcasing a selection of some of the best comedians, circus, side-show & burlesque performers in the business - All with a special Xmas touch, certain to make you feel warm and Christmassy down to the red baubles of your heart. So get out the tinsel, switch on the fairy lights and come and deck the Red Bennies halls with Holly; or Steve…. STARRINGASHER TRELEAVEN. Asher is a stand up... http://redbennies.com/events/683 http://redbennies.com/events/683 Fri, 11 Nov 2011 10:42:16 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 17th Dec 2011 Event Overview . WITH MORE PERFORMERS TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON.Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the... http://redbennies.com/events/682 http://redbennies.com/events/682 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 14:20:00 +1000 Mr. Bennies Xmas Special Event Dates Saturday, 10th Dec 2011 Event Overview . Red Bennies is hosting a Vaudeville Christmas party to get you in the festive spirit. Every Friday & Saturday night in December we are showcasing a selection of some of the best comedians, circus, side-show & burlesque performers in the business - All with a special Xmas touch, certain to make you feel warm and Christmassy down to the red baubles of your heart. So get out the tinsel, switch on the fairy lights and come and deck the Red Bennies halls with Holly; or Steve…. STARRINGASHER TRELEAVEN. Asher is a stand up comic, writer and actor working in Australia and the UK.... http://redbennies.com/events/mr-bennies-xmas-special---private-event http://redbennies.com/events/mr-bennies-xmas-special---private-event Thu, 10 Nov 2011 13:41:18 +1000 Mr. Bennies Xmas Special - Private Event Event Dates Friday, 9th Dec 2011 Event Overview Doors open to the public at 10pm!. Red Bennies is hosting a Vaudeville Christmas party to get you in the festive spirit. Every Friday & Saturday night in December we are showcasing a selection of some of the best comedians, circus, side-show & burlesque performers in the business - All with a special Xmas touch, certain to make you feel warm and Christmassy down to the red baubles of your heart. So get out the tinsel, switch on the fairy lights and come and deck the Red Bennies halls with Holly; or Steve…. STARRINGASHER TRELEAVEN. Asher is a stand up comic, writer and actor... http://redbennies.com/events/coffee-table-confession---part-3 http://redbennies.com/events/coffee-table-confession---part-3 Wed, 9 Nov 2011 14:58:18 +1000 Coffee Table Confession - Part 3 Event Dates Thursday, 8th Dec 2011 Event Overview . Join us in the 3rd Installment of COFFEE TABLE CONFESSIONS - A night of musical sharing by some of Melbourne's finest female singers / songwriters,. STARRINGCANDICE MONIQUE. Candice Monique is a talented & unique vocalist/songwriter/poet whose individual vocal and lyrical style fuses Soul, Neo-Soul, Jazz, RnB, Funk, Blues, Folk & Spoken Word. After recording her first demo in Atlanta with producer Professor Griff (Public Enemy) in 2003 and later in Harlem, NYC in 2005 with neo-soul producer, Rich Medina (Jill Scott, Vassy) - Candice Monique returned to her new home in Melbourne and... http://redbennies.com/events/des-bishop---comedy http://redbennies.com/events/des-bishop---comedy Wed, 9 Nov 2011 13:56:53 +1000 Des Bishop - Comedy Event Dates Wednesday, 16th Nov 2011 Event Overview IRELAND'S FAVOURITE COMEDIAN. Ireland's favourite comedian Des Bishop brings a show to Red Bennies he hasn't written yet, to people who want to see him. . A show for him to test out all the new material he has been working on - too big in Ireland to perform at smaller venues. So…the lucky Red Bennies audience gets to hear his new material for the first time, ever! . It will be a special sneak-peak into what this master of comedy has to offer before he takes his material all around the world next year. . He will also be selling and signing copies of his new book "My Dad Was Nearly James... http://redbennies.com/events/high-voltage-rock-school http://redbennies.com/events/high-voltage-rock-school Wed, 9 Nov 2011 13:32:03 +1000 High Voltage Rock School Event Dates Thursday, 24th Nov 2011 Event Overview . An evening of Rock performances from the current High Voltage Rock School Bands. Be a part of the audience as they let their rock sounds roll at Red Bennies for their 2011 End of Year Gig! http://redbennies.com/events/677 http://redbennies.com/events/677 Tue, 8 Nov 2011 15:50:34 +1000 Mr. Bennies Xmas Special Event Dates Saturday, 3rd Dec 2011 Event Overview . Red Bennies is hosting a Vaudeville Christmas party to get you in the festive spirit. Every Friday & Saturday night in December we are showcasing a selection of some of the best comedians, circus, side-show & burlesque performers in the business - All with a special Xmas touch, certain to make you feel warm and Christmassy down to the red baubles of your heart. So get out the tinsel, switch on the fairy lights and come and deck the Red Bennies halls with Holly; or Steve…. WITH MCASHER TRELEAVEN. Asher is a stand up comic, writer and actor working in Australia and the UK.... http://redbennies.com/events/mr-bennies-xmas-special http://redbennies.com/events/mr-bennies-xmas-special Tue, 8 Nov 2011 15:17:36 +1000 Mr. Bennies Xmas Special Event Dates Friday, 2nd Dec 2011 Event Overview . Red Bennies is hosting a Vaudeville Christmas party to get you in the festive spirit. Every Friday & Saturday night in December we are showcasing a selection of some of the best comedians, circus, side-show & burlesque performers in the business - All with a special Xmas touch, certain to make you feel warm and Christmassy down to the red baubles of your heart. So get out the tinsel, switch on the fairy lights and come and deck the Red Bennies halls with Holly; or Steve…. WITH MCASHER TRELEAVEN. Asher is a stand up comic, writer and actor working in Australia and the UK.... http://redbennies.com/events/sapphiras-showgirls---showcase-amp-fundraiser http://redbennies.com/events/sapphiras-showgirls---showcase-amp-fundraiser Thu, 3 Nov 2011 15:42:38 +1000 Sapphira's Showgirls - Showcase & Fundraiser Event Dates Sunday, 27th Nov 2011 Event Overview . Sapphira is proud to present a decadent night with performances from Sapphira's Showgirls, Madame Natalia, Skopalova, Jessabella, Virtue van Tassel, DJ Mark John & DJ Knave Knixx.. With stunning entertainment, a grand prize pack, comedy, sing-a-long & Sapphira’s Showgirls Professional Troupe debut at Red Bennies. . Sapphira’s Showgirls may be amateur performers but they know how to Razzle Dazzle. See a range of props, costumes and ‘tease’ techniques as these Bombshells perform group class routines, solo debut performances plus much, much more!! Enjoy a... http://redbennies.com/events/swinging-mondays---swing-classes http://redbennies.com/events/swinging-mondays---swing-classes Thu, 3 Nov 2011 13:55:19 +1000 Swinging Mondays - Swing Classes Event Dates Monday, 23rd Jan 2012 Event Overview . Welcome to Swing Patrol. We are a big crazy group of people devoted to having fun, making new friends and sharing our love of Lindy Hop, Balboa, Charleston, Blues, Solo Jazz and Tap Dancing. . Scott & Claudia started in 1998 and head up wonderful communities who swing dance in London (UK), Melbourne, Sydney and Tasmania. Welcome to our family of swing dancing lovers. . So, are you ready to swing? Simply turn up. No bookings, prior dance skills or even partners necessary. Let the professional lead the way! . Every Monday at 7pm. http://redbennies.com/events/671 http://redbennies.com/events/671 Thu, 3 Nov 2011 13:38:12 +1000 Swinging Mondays - Swing Classes Event Dates Monday, 16th Jan 2012 Event Overview . Welcome to Swing Patrol. We are a big crazy group of people devoted to having fun, making new friends and sharing our love of Lindy Hop, Balboa, Charleston, Blues, Solo Jazz and Tap Dancing. . Scott & Claudia started in 1998 and head up wonderful communities who swing dance in London (UK), Melbourne, Sydney and Tasmania. Welcome to our family of swing dancing lovers. . So, are you ready to swing? Simply turn up. No bookings, prior dance skills or even partners necessary. Let the professional lead the way! . Every Monday at 7pm. http://redbennies.com/events/670 http://redbennies.com/events/670 Wed, 2 Nov 2011 13:36:40 +1000 Swinging Mondays - Swing Classes Event Dates Monday, 6th Feb 2012 Event Overview . Welcome to Swing Patrol. We are a big crazy group of people devoted to having fun, making new friends and sharing our love of Lindy Hop, Balboa, Charleston, Blues, Solo Jazz and Tap Dancing. Scott & Claudia started in 1998 and head up wonderful communities who swing dance in London (UK), Melbourne, Sydney and Tasmania. Welcome to our family of swing dancing lovers. . So, are you ready to swing? Simply turn up. No bookings, prior dance skills or even partners necessary. Let the professional lead the way! . Every Monday at 7pm. . http://redbennies.com/events/669 http://redbennies.com/events/669 Wed, 2 Nov 2011 10:36:44 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 10th Dec 2011 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee hours... http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims----volatile-ram--the-neighbourhood-youth http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims----volatile-ram--the-neighbourhood-youth Wed, 2 Nov 2011 09:37:15 +1000 Jack Rabbit Slims - Volatile Ram + The Neighbourhood Youth Event Dates Thursday, 17th Nov 2011 Event Overview A momentous night. Exams are finished (or at least should be unless you're unlucky enough to be one of the last), and whilst we don't want to subscribe to the same sort of end of exams parties it was important that we program something amazing. . So two bands phenominal bands AND BURLESQUE! Volatile RamAs the name would suggest this is a musical outfit that is not only animalistic in their belief that people can live and breath music but they are pure raw awesome. The members are comprised of some of the seminal influencers of Melbourne’s music scene from rock to techno, to electro. ... http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---cheer-leader-party http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---cheer-leader-party Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:11:42 +1000 Jack Rabbit Slims - Cheer Leader Party Event Dates Thursday, 10th Nov 2011 Event Overview . That means, short skirts, pom poms, red cups, varsity jackets and anything else that might lead to extra cheer. . Jack Rabbit Live bring the live fun and vibe. Musicians that are sure to built the house up, and so that you can bring the house down…. STARRINGRITA SATCH. ”Rita Satch is the best singer songwriter to hit the scene in a long time. A precocious talent” - Mark Fitzgibbon. 21 Year old Melbourne vocalist and violinist Rita Satch brings a fresh and unique sound to the music scene. WITH YOUR RESIDENT DJs. Will Cumming. Tim Murphy. Marquee Moon. Sam Devitt. http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims Mon, 31 Oct 2011 10:28:59 +1000 Jack Rabbit Slims Event Dates Thursday, 3rd Nov 2011 Event Overview Jack Rabbit LiveTHE ELLIOTS. Four members, two twins, one band – Robbie, Clint, James and Ash. These are ‘The Elliotts’ and with them coming off a short tour of Europe we are proud to welcome the boys back to Jack Rabbit Slims. . Their one mission, to conquer the pop universe and de-throne that smug bastard Justin Beiber is sure to be appealing both to your moral core and better musical nature. Their catchy and intelligent songs are just enhanced by their instrumentation and overall stage presence. If you were unfortunate to have not discovered Jack Rabbit Slims when they... http://redbennies.com/events/665 http://redbennies.com/events/665 Fri, 28 Oct 2011 12:42:36 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 3rd Dec 2011 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee hours... http://redbennies.com/events/the-woohoo-revue-amp-shirazz---live http://redbennies.com/events/the-woohoo-revue-amp-shirazz---live Wed, 26 Oct 2011 14:07:36 +1000 The Woohoo Revue & Shirazz - Live Event Dates Friday, 2nd Dec 2011 Event Overview . THE WOOHOO REVUECall them what you will- 'Balkan gypsy brass band, roaring twenties swing ensemble, Wild West fiddle contest or a soundtrack for Looney Tunes'- it barely scratches the surface. There are few, if any parallels to the sound of The Woohoo Revue.. This fiendishly talented sextet create an adrenalin-fuelled celebration fit for dancing, drinking, and ignoring tomorrow.  The combination of absolute dance floor mayhem and a strong sense of old world style has inspired the Age Newspaper to describe The Woohoo Revue’s shows as ‘pandemonium in a pin... http://redbennies.com/events/rita-satch http://redbennies.com/events/rita-satch Mon, 24 Oct 2011 23:13:36 +1000 Rita Satch Event Dates Thursday, 10th Nov 2011 Event Overview ”Rita Satch is the best singer songwriter to hit the scene in a long time. A precocious talent” - Mark Fitzgibbon. 21 Year old Melbourne vocalist and violinist Rita Satch brings a fresh and unique sound to the music scene. After recent sell-out shows supporting Renee Geyer at Bennetts Lane and forthcoming gig supporting Kate Ceberano at The Palms, Crown, Rita Satch will be performing her original songs off her upcoming debut EP ‘Awoken’ at RED BENNIES on Thursday, November 10th. Satch’s recently recorded EP produced by Philip Rex takes her jazz influences and... http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---one-for-the-road- http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---one-for-the-road- Mon, 24 Oct 2011 08:39:38 +1000 Jack Rabbit Slims - One For The Road Event Dates Thursday, 27th Oct 2011 Event Overview . Learning culture is just as important as a learning to be able to scull a pot, or successfully down a tequila shot. . So the thought occurred, what is a cool part of Melbourne that drives music and dance? The Victorian College of the Arts of course is that pinnacle of performance that is so wonderfully a part of Melbourne. . Each year they have an end of year performance and party…Jack Rabbit Live will be playing host to this performance and then to the party! Come down watch something truly spectacular and then enjoy one of the best value drinks in town. Come see the end of year... http://redbennies.com/events/661 http://redbennies.com/events/661 Thu, 20 Oct 2011 14:15:36 +1000 Nocturnal Soul Sessions Event Dates Friday, 11th Nov 2011 Event Overview . A nocturnal soul session with some of Melbourne's newest jazz, rock, soul & folk bands on the scene. Explosive new sounds, resulting in a blend of music genres almost unheard of. These artists push the boundaries of stereotype and will take the audience on a journey of undiscovered musical territories. The night will finish off with the perfect balance of electric & soul DJ's grooving you into the late night. . So get on your dancing shoes as this is a night that will draw you uncontrollably to the Red Bennies Dancefloor! STARRINGKATHY HINCH BAND. Kathy Hinch Band was created in May... http://redbennies.com/events/ben-wright-smith-band---album-launch http://redbennies.com/events/ben-wright-smith-band---album-launch Thu, 20 Oct 2011 12:53:49 +1000 Ben Wright Smith Band - Album Launch Event Dates Friday, 18th Nov 2011 Event Overview . Ben Wright Smith invites you to join him for the release of his debut album ‘Autumn Safari’ at Red Bennies. "These lads can play...shaggy haired Wright Smith has a raspy character in his voice that echoes Bob Dylan at his best.." - Warwick Goodman; Beat Magazine. "It’s a rare treat to see such a talented young song writer" - Hannah Joyner; Tonedeaf. After receiving wide praise for his first EP “Benny ‘The Kid’ & Other Moonlight Ballads” Ben Wright Smith has dropped the guise of acoustic songsmith and has returned with a modern country band... http://redbennies.com/events/659 http://redbennies.com/events/659 Wed, 19 Oct 2011 14:12:52 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 26th Nov 2011 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of Vaudeville, Circus and Cabaret. . On stage, on the dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème de la crème of local and international guest performers, alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show... http://redbennies.com/events/658 http://redbennies.com/events/658 Wed, 19 Oct 2011 12:30:03 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 19th Nov 2011 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of Vaudeville, Circus and Cabaret. On stage, on the dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème de la crème of local and international guest performers, alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties... http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---coffee-table-confessions-live http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---coffee-table-confessions-live Mon, 17 Oct 2011 10:11:21 +1000 Jack Rabbit Slims - Coffee Table Confessions Live Event Dates Thursday, 20th Oct 2011 Event Overview . Three months in, there is no reason to boast, but let’s face it we must be doing SOMETHING right. Where others have opened and closed, we have remained trading and raging week in week out. . Coffee Table Confessions this week. So if you like the finest of females who are singer songwriters in Melbourne this is something that is worth coming down for early in the night. . This is sure to be another great night and even though exams are around the corner and eyeing you off with murderous looks never fear, you can have an early (or late night) and your vodka too. . With drink... http://redbennies.com/events/the-seven-deadly-sins http://redbennies.com/events/the-seven-deadly-sins Fri, 14 Oct 2011 14:17:51 +1000 The Seven Deadly Sins Event Dates Friday, 4th Nov 2011 Event Overview Sirens of Sin - The Seven Deadly Sins Revealed!. Producers of The Australian Burlesque Festival, Dolores Daiquiri and Rosy Rabbit bring you a sizzling and potent concoction like no other. An all night romp through the vices in a palpable paradise of exotic tease and sensory delights! In the dark heat of the infamous art deco nightclub, Red Bennies, you will enter a world of glamorous hedonism, fetish flavours and hypnotic tease. Be entranced by our 'Sirens of Sin' as they guide you through 'The Seven Deadly Sins' of wrath, envy, lust, greed, gluttony, vanity and sloth while you drink, dance... http://redbennies.com/events/654 http://redbennies.com/events/654 Thu, 13 Oct 2011 15:58:29 +1000 TEXAS JACK’S CABARET BURLESQUE BONANZA Event Dates Friday, 25th Nov 2011 Event Overview Tom Waits meets Sergio Leone in the Best little Whorehouse in Tombstone …Okay pardners, time ta dust off yer booties, grab yer ten gallon Stetson and git ready for a night of rootin’ tootin’, six-gun shootin’ hard drinkin’ and boot scootin’ with Texas Jack and his posse of fine fillies (that’s posse mind) Featurin’ Tex Mex bands, line dancin’ fun and prizes for best cowpoke outfit, folks this is gonna be a big un! Two shows only! Fri Nov 18th and Nov 25th. Git in thar and book yer tickets. Y’all come back now, y’heah! .... http://redbennies.com/events/texas-jack8217s-cabaret-burlesque-bonanza http://redbennies.com/events/texas-jack8217s-cabaret-burlesque-bonanza Thu, 13 Oct 2011 15:29:35 +1000 TEXAS JACK’S CABARET BURLESQUE BONANZA Event Dates Friday, 18th Nov 2011 Event Overview Tom Waits meets Sergio Leone in the Best little Whorehouse in Tombstone …. Okay pardners, time ta dust off yer booties, grab yer ten gallon Stetson and git ready for a night of rootin’ tootin’, six-gun shootin’ hard drinkin’ and boot scootin’ with Texas Jack and his posse of fine fillies (that’s posse mind) Featurin’ Tex Mex bands, line dancin’ fun and prizes for best cowpoke outfit, folks this is gonna be a big un! Two shows only! Fri Nov 18th and 25th. Git in thar and book yer tickets. Y’all come back now, y’heah! .... http://redbennies.com/events/short-cut---frenzy-fright-night http://redbennies.com/events/short-cut---frenzy-fright-night Thu, 13 Oct 2011 13:52:55 +1000 Short-Cut - Frenzy Fright Night Event Dates Tuesday, 25th Oct 2011 Event Overview Short-Cuts & Guts. Short Cut has been a blast all year and to celebrate the final event we're teaming up with West Side Shorts to present Frenzy Fright Night!  Featuring thrilling horror films:. Hungry Love by Dale Maccanti. Love, food and zombies. What more could you ask for?Waiting by Peter Stanley. A young girl is haunted by an intruder in her home.XIII by Heath Novkovic. A guide of what not to do if you find yourself trapped in a horror movie.Slash by Caleb McKenney. A killer has a perverse desire to shock his victims with perfectly executed scares but it only leads to... http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---coffee-table-confessions http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---coffee-table-confessions Thu, 13 Oct 2011 09:49:11 +1000 Jack Rabbit Slims - Coffee Table Confessions Event Dates Event Overview Three months in, there is no reason to boast, but let’s face it we must be doing SOMETHING right. Where others have opened and closed, we have remained trading and raging week in week out. . Coffee Table Confessions this week. So if you like the finest of females who are singer songwriters in Melbourne this is something that is worth coming down for early in the night. . This is sure to be another great night and even though exams are around the corner and eyeing you off with murderous looks never fear, you can have an early (or late night) and your vodka too. . With drink specials... http://redbennies.com/events/648 http://redbennies.com/events/648 Thu, 6 Oct 2011 15:29:23 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 12th Nov 2011 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of Vaudeville, Circus and Cabaret. . On stage, on the dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème de la crème of local and international guest performers, alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show... http://redbennies.com/events/jack-olanterns-cup-eve-halloween-party http://redbennies.com/events/jack-olanterns-cup-eve-halloween-party Thu, 6 Oct 2011 14:55:43 +1000 Jack O'Lantern's CUP EVE Halloween Party Event Dates Monday, 31st Oct 2011 Event Overview Bring out your finest suits and gowns for a special evening of horror, hooves, music and mayhem! An evening packed full of bands, djs and a touch of ghoulish cabaret. Bands: The WooHoo Revue and The Cumbia Cosmonauts will shake you from the grave while Anna Lumb: The Pocket Rocket, Rhythmik Fire and The Saddest Couple in the Universe will perform sadistic acts of radness before your very eyes, DJ selektahs Chestwig, Treats, Cat Party (Hellzapoppin'), Jessiepants, and Rhythmik will make sure the music is perfect for a photo finish. FEATURING. THE WOOHOO REVUE . Call them what you will- 'Balkan... http://redbennies.com/events/646 http://redbennies.com/events/646 Thu, 6 Oct 2011 13:20:52 +1000 The Oyster Club - Comedy Event Dates Tuesday, 22nd Nov 2011 Event Overview Comedy Tuesdays. Red Bennies in association with Asher Treleaven is proud to present a new comedy night each Tuesday in October and November, The New Oyster Club. With the Melbourne Comedy Festival a mere 6 months away material needs to written, jokes need to be tested and shows need to be sharpened. All over Melbourne comedians are furiously scribbling away in the darkness trying to craft next years hit show. If only there was an amazing venue with great crowds where they could test their freshest new gags? Voila, welcome to The New Oyster Club. A new stand up comedy night for... http://redbennies.com/events/645 http://redbennies.com/events/645 Thu, 6 Oct 2011 13:17:01 +1000 The Oyster Club - Comedy Event Dates Tuesday, 15th Nov 2011 Event Overview Comedy Tuesdays. Red Bennies in association with Asher Treleaven is proud to present a new comedy night each Tuesday in October and November, The New Oyster Club. With the Melbourne Comedy Festival a mere 6 months away material needs to written, jokes need to be tested and shows need to be sharpened. All over Melbourne comedians are furiously scribbling away in the darkness trying to craft next years hit show. If only there was an amazing venue with great crowds where they could test their freshest new gags? . Voila, welcome to The New Oyster Club. A new stand up comedy night for... http://redbennies.com/events/644 http://redbennies.com/events/644 Thu, 6 Oct 2011 13:13:07 +1000 The Oyster Club - Comedy Event Dates Tuesday, 8th Nov 2011 Event Overview Comedy Tuesdays. With the Melbourne Comedy Festival a mere 6 months away material needs to written, jokes need to be tested and shows need to be sharpened. All over Melbourne comedians are furiously scribbling away in the darkness trying to craft next years hit show. If only there was an amazing venue with great crowds where they could test their freshest new gags? Voila, welcome to The New Oyster Club, a new stand up comedy night for Melbourne’s comedians to test new material. The New Oyster Club runs Tuesdays in October and November from 7.30, please check the Red Bennies website for... http://redbennies.com/events/642 http://redbennies.com/events/642 Thu, 6 Oct 2011 13:01:46 +1000 The Oyster Club - Comedy Event Dates Tuesday, 25th Oct 2011 Event Overview Comedy Tuesdays. Red Bennies in association with Asher Treleaven is proud to present a new comedy night each Tuesday in October and November, The New Oyster Club. With the Melbourne Comedy Festival a mere 6 months away material needs to written, jokes need to be tested and shows need to be sharpened. All over Melbourne comedians are furiously scribbling away in the darkness trying to craft next years hit show. If only there was an amazing venue with great crowds where they could test their freshest new gags? . Voila, welcome to The New Oyster Club. A new stand up comedy night for... http://redbennies.com/events/the-oyster-club---comedy http://redbennies.com/events/the-oyster-club---comedy Thu, 6 Oct 2011 12:51:43 +1000 The Oyster Club - Comedy Event Dates Tuesday, 18th Oct 2011 Event Overview Comedy Tuesdays. Red Bennies in association with Asher Treleaven is proud to present a new comedy night each Tuesday in October and November, The New Oyster Club. With the Melbourne Comedy Festival a mere 6 months away material needs to be written, jokes need to be tested and shows need to be sharpened. All over Melbourne comedians are furiously scribbling away in the darkness trying to craft next years hit show. If only there was an amazing venue with great crowds where they could test their freshest new gags? . Voila, welcome to The New Oyster Club. A new stand up comedy night for... http://redbennies.com/events/639 http://redbennies.com/events/639 Wed, 5 Oct 2011 16:33:27 +1000 Untitled Event Event Dates Event Overview No content available. http://redbennies.com/events/638 http://redbennies.com/events/638 Wed, 5 Oct 2011 13:25:58 +1000 The Seven Deadly Sins Event Dates Friday, 28th Oct 2011 Event Overview Sirens of Sin - The Seven Deadly Sins Revealed!Producers of The Australian Burlesque Festival, Dolores Daiquiri and Rosy Rabbit bring you a sizzling and potent concoction like no other. An all night romp through the vices in a palpable paradise of exotic tease and sensory delights! In the dark heat of the infamous art deco nightclub, Red Bennies, you will enter a world of glamorous hedonism, fetish flavours and hypnotic tease. Be entranced by our 'Sirens of Sin' as they guide you through 'The Seven Deadly Sins' of wrath, envy, lust, greed, gluttony, vanity and sloth while you drink, dance and... http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---tessa-and-the-typecast-and-polar-nation http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---tessa-and-the-typecast-and-polar-nation Tue, 4 Oct 2011 18:31:26 +1000 Jack Rabbit Slims - Tessa and The Typecast and Polar Nation Event Dates Thursday, 13th Oct 2011 Event Overview . Tessa and The Typecast. The East Side, is on occasion, privy to the same sort of quality local talent that turns up on the North Side of town. Tessa and the Tyepcasts are one of these quality local acts, that without fail have developed their musical skill set to put together a fantastic live show. Making their way from their local stomping ground of Ballarat to Melbourne, they took whatever sets they could get in order to get as much live time as possible. As the experts would say, practice makes perfect and we’re not the only ones that think Tessa and The Typecasts are building up... http://redbennies.com/events/636 http://redbennies.com/events/636 Tue, 4 Oct 2011 14:33:54 +1000 Disco CoCo Event Dates Friday, 21st Oct 2011 Event Overview Proudly Presented by PBS. Disco Co Co, your disco stylin’ party night is back for round three at Red Bennies… funk, boogie, soul, italo… all foot moving subgenres and rare grooves. This next instalment features PBS’ Manchild, P King, Rampage, and special guest Dave Chestwig. DJ MANCHILD RAMPAGE. DAVE CHESTWIG. Dress up, get down. This is the party night to put on the rags and pull out the moves. Take yourself higher at Disco Co Co, always at Red Bennies on the third... http://redbennies.com/events/cirque-de-mode http://redbennies.com/events/cirque-de-mode Fri, 30 Sep 2011 16:31:49 +1000 Cirque de Mode Event Dates Wednesday, 23rd Nov 2011 Event Overview Charity Fashion Show. Roll up! Roll up!. Cirque De Mode is a spectacular evening of entertainment raising funds for The Grey Man, an organization dedicated to the eradication of child exploitation and trafficking internationally. A Grey Man representative will be present on the night, doing a talk and answering any questions about the organisation. . Karl Thornton from MDTA worked on an operation with The Grey Man in Thailand to rescue girls from a western bar. Karl through MDTA now handles the unarmed combat training for The Grey Man. Our ringmaster Count Jackula will guide you through the... http://redbennies.com/events/coffee-table-confessions---part-2 http://redbennies.com/events/coffee-table-confessions---part-2 Fri, 30 Sep 2011 12:12:46 +1000 COFFEE TABLE CONFESSIONS - Part 2 Event Dates Thursday, 20th Oct 2011 Event Overview . Join us in the 2nd Installment of COFFEE TABLE CONFESSIONS - A night of musical sharing by some of Melbourne's finest female singer/songwriters:. STARRING. SHIRLEY DAVIS. She started singing late... She is about to turn thirty six. She started in her mid twenties... Her life has been filled with over ten years of singing experience. Her daughter has been with me everyday. . She has sung in numerous bands now. She started with singing lessons and found herself in countless show. Grand Wazoo was her first band. She joined in 1998. A fun soul outfit which allowed her to learn abou...t Soul and... http://redbennies.com/events/a-helluva-time http://redbennies.com/events/a-helluva-time Thu, 29 Sep 2011 15:40:01 +1000 A HELLUVA TIME Event Dates Sunday, 23rd Oct 2011 Event Overview A fundraising event for the costume students at Swinburne University. The final fundraiser of the year for Stitches of Time as we draw ever closer to the second year costume students showcase event! We present to you:. A Helluva Time!. & what a helluva line up we have - All presented by our lovely MC Ian Messig:. Burlesque Beauties:. Frankie Valentine. Lux St Sin. Papillion. Miss Nic. Circus Students:. Hanne Grant. Alyssa Moore. Liam & Tamika. & our very own costume singers:. Eyvette Fontana. Valentina Dobric. STARRINGFRANKIE VALENTINE. Burlesque performer, vintage costumer and... http://redbennies.com/events/631 http://redbennies.com/events/631 Wed, 28 Sep 2011 12:30:56 +1000 Jack Rabbit Slims - Poco La Pax Event Dates Thursday, 6th Oct 2011 Event Overview . Poco La Pax rocked the house last time they played at Jack Rabbit Slims and there was so much vibe on these players of songs, and purveyors of all things musically awesome that we were forced, due to sheer want, to book them again. . Poco la Pax is a Melbourne electro-pop dance outfit that combines the best of live instrumentation and electronic sampling through dynamic live performances. Comprised of 7 members, each building and enhancing on the others talents. These are a group of Melbournians that are worth hearing, seeing and then supporting. Poco La Pax hold residencies across the... http://redbennies.com/events/flap http://redbennies.com/events/flap Mon, 26 Sep 2011 14:51:20 +1000 Flap! Event Dates Friday, 30th Sep 2011 Event Overview From Melbourne, Australia, Flap! play original music that is both old and new, inspired by the entire human diaspora. Influences from 1920’s jazz, Gypsy brass, English Folk and Trinidadian Calypso can be heard peeping through their antipodean veneer.. A fiery yet charming five piece band of brass, guts, words and skins who crank out up-tempo songs, turning ordinary shoes into dancing ones. . . From major festivals, to grotty pubs, Flap! have audiences smiling and dancing wherever and whenever they play.. Formed during an informal jam at the 2007 Port Fairy Folk Festival... http://redbennies.com/events/south-side-show-presents-frankie-wants-out http://redbennies.com/events/south-side-show-presents-frankie-wants-out Fri, 23 Sep 2011 15:07:52 +1000 South Side Show presents Frankie Wants Out Event Dates Saturday, 5th Nov 2011 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee hours each... http://redbennies.com/events/bogan-bingo-amp-burlesque http://redbennies.com/events/bogan-bingo-amp-burlesque Fri, 23 Sep 2011 12:06:40 +1000 Bogan Bingo & Burlesque Event Dates Saturday, 22nd Oct 2011 Event Overview You have been invited to the Launch Party for CRUISIN 4 A CURE!. Cruisin 4 a Cure is a fundraiser that will see Vanessa Wyder travel around Australia for 12 months in a Jayco motorhome raising $1 million dollars for the Cancer Council.. This self funded trip will see $1 million dollars of funds be donated for cancer research that encompasses all cancers.. The trip commences on the 28th of December 2011, however to get started we will be holding this event at Red Bennies. Bogan Bingo & Burlesque is like chalk meets cheese.. Firstly, you will enjoy a matinee show of Bogan Bingo from 3.30pm... http://redbennies.com/events/626 http://redbennies.com/events/626 Fri, 23 Sep 2011 11:21:49 +1000 Yummy Event Dates Sunday, 13th Nov 2011 Event Overview . After two sell out seasons at the Butterfly Club, headlining the Melbourne Cabaret Festival and a hit season at the Seymour Centre in Sydney in 2010….YUMMY is back, They’re HOTTER and you know you WANT THEM! Sally Bourne (The Boy From Oz, Shane Warne the Musical) and Susan-ann Walker (Xanadu, Menopause the Musical) have joined forces to create YUMMY, a riotous collision of two of the biggest voices in cabaret! . For two sultry, sexy and hilarious nights, YUMMY heats up the night at Red Bennies. Two hot mummas, multitasking to the max, whilst wearing insanely high heels, a... http://redbennies.com/events/625 http://redbennies.com/events/625 Thu, 22 Sep 2011 15:39:40 +1000 Yummy Event Dates Event Overview No content available. http://redbennies.com/events/grand-final-day-schnitz-n-tits http://redbennies.com/events/grand-final-day-schnitz-n-tits Thu, 22 Sep 2011 15:07:59 +1000 Grand Final Day Schnitz 'n Tits Event Dates Saturday, 1st Oct 2011 Event Overview Schnitz, Tits & Footy Tips.... Still waiting for a good offer for Grand Final day this year? Well wait no longer!! The team at Schnitz 'N Tits are putting our big, odd-shaped, red balls out there for all of Melbourne to see!! We'll be spending Grand Final day at Red Bennies, showing every minute of the game on the big screen and feasting on beer and tasty schnitz. Come half-time we'll be putting on a show that will make the London Olympics look like a kindie nativity play! Babelicious Barmaids, Melbourne's finest Burlesque Performers, and the Big Boys Club Jelly Wrestlers!!. Pick your... http://redbennies.com/events/623 http://redbennies.com/events/623 Thu, 22 Sep 2011 13:52:33 +1000 Yummy Event Dates Sunday, 6th Nov 2011 Event Overview Outspoken, Outrageous and Out of the house!. After two sell out seasons at the Butterfly Club, headlining the Melbourne Cabaret Festival and a hit season at the Seymour Centre in Sydney in 2010….YUMMY is back, They’re HOTTER and you know you WANT THEM! Sally Bourne (The Boy From Oz, Shane Warne the Musical) and Susan-ann Walker (Xanadu, Menopause the Musical) have joined forces to create YUMMY, a riotous collision of two of the biggest voices in cabaret! . For two sultry, sexy and hilarious nights, YUMMY heats up the night at Red Bennies. Two hot mummas, multitasking to the max,... http://redbennies.com/events/just-drawn-that-way http://redbennies.com/events/just-drawn-that-way Fri, 16 Sep 2011 16:36:00 +1000 Just Drawn That Way Event Dates Saturday, 22nd Oct 2011 Event Overview Presented by Gotham Fatale. Pop-culture meets burlesque in a high-concept extravaganza showcasing the talents of a range of performers bringing to life popular and beloved characters from comics, cartoons, movies and video games! Sexy, funny, nostalgic and original, Just Drawn That Way is a love letter to the time-honoured art of burlesque and the classic characters that have reflected popular culture. A fantastic night of entertainment for afficionados of burlesque and new-comers alike, bump n grind is given a twist as it pays tribute to our favourite fictional heroes and villains as well... http://redbennies.com/events/620 http://redbennies.com/events/620 Fri, 16 Sep 2011 15:50:58 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 22nd Oct 2011 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of Vaudeville, Circus and Cabaret. On stage, on the dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème de la crème of local and international guest performers, alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties... http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims- http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims- Thu, 15 Sep 2011 16:51:39 +1000 Jack Rabbit Slims Event Dates Thursday, 29th Sep 2011 Event Overview Jack Rabbit Slims on the 29th is still having the delightful and slightly debonair presence that comes with having a fringe festival preceding a night. Be sure that there will be something to look forward from the fringes of music, dance and performance. If you still haven’t experienced what Jack Rabbit Slims is about these are things that you should know. 1. The drink specials are the best. I don’t mean that in any kind of self promotional way like, hey we play the best music or have the best or biggest. No simply they are the best drink specials on a Thursday... http://redbennies.com/events/the-running-mouse-fundraiser-feat-electric-empire- http://redbennies.com/events/the-running-mouse-fundraiser-feat-electric-empire- Tue, 13 Sep 2011 13:55:21 +1000 THE RUNNING MOUSE FUNDRAISER feat. ELECTRIC EMPIRE Event Dates Wednesday, 19th Oct 2011 Event Overview With Special Guests.. This night has the ultimate pedigree of collective talent Australia has to offer. With Electric Empires triumphant return from Glastonbury, these boys are hot to trot in their hometown with their soul sounds of the 70’s. . With special guests Phil Ceberano on guitar and Juno Roxus on vocals both of these muso’s are cool-old-school and completely intoxicating. . . The axe wielding Marcel Yammouni Band will be tearing it up instumental style and then employ the help of sultry singer Nicollette Forte. . . But the fun doesn’t stop there, Noel and... http://redbennies.com/events/617 http://redbennies.com/events/617 Tue, 13 Sep 2011 11:29:58 +1000 The Jitterbug's Juke Joint Event Dates Saturday, 22nd Oct 2011 Event Overview Presented by Red Bennies in association with The Hoodoo Emporium. The Hoodoo Emporium (creators of The Jitterbug Club & Exotica!) have returned to bring you a show even more raw than you've seen them before. This time they take you straight to the heart of the blues. With special guests Kira Puru & The Bruise who are fierce, fiery and down right fucking sexy, Archer, the mysterious blues man of Bendigo and that lady who leaves all things smoldering in her wake... Frankie Valentine. Plus! none other than Frankie Alibi, Lead man of 'the Fugitives' - (that 12 piece Rhythm & Blues... http://redbennies.com/events/616 http://redbennies.com/events/616 Tue, 13 Sep 2011 11:17:28 +1000 Untitled Event Event Dates Event Overview No content available. http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims-meets-fringe-festival- http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims-meets-fringe-festival- Mon, 12 Sep 2011 17:41:40 +1000 Jack Rabbit Slims meets Fringe Festival Event Dates Thursday, 22nd Sep 2011 Event Overview Fringe Festival has appropriately landed at Red Bennies again this year. As a consequence Jack Rabbit Slims has relinquished the early part of the night in exchange for more burlesque, more vaudeville, more fun and more games. That is not to say that there won’t be some unorthodox but very Red Benines shows for the youth of Melbourne to enjoy. . If you want to come early please do so, but one thing is for sure we will be hitting it harder later. Nick Fleming. Nick Fleming guest stars this Thursday in what is sure to be a dynamic and dramatic show. If you aren’t familiar with Mr.... http://redbennies.com/events/612 http://redbennies.com/events/612 Mon, 12 Sep 2011 11:46:34 +1000 Jack Rabbit Slims Hip Hop Hooray Event Dates Thursday, 15th Sep 2011 Event Overview With Eminem tickets dropping to the general public this week Jack Rabbit Slims thought why the hell not get some Hip Hop in the building. The Psyde Project. Mcs D'fro & ILResponce and the man on the wheels of steel DJ Mr. Moonshine. These three representatives of the ‘golden age of hip-hop sound’ bring to Jack Rabbit Slims this week different backgrounds, skills and passions combined to make for dope jams, catchy hook lines and on-stage antics. The Psyde Projects is a trio that give a new angle to the term Aussi hip hop! Be sure to see these guys before their E.P drops and... http://redbennies.com/events/the-jitterbugs-juke-joint http://redbennies.com/events/the-jitterbugs-juke-joint Fri, 9 Sep 2011 12:37:50 +1000 The Jitterbug's Juke Joint Event Dates Friday, 21st Oct 2011 Event Overview Presented by Red Bennies in association with The Hoodoo Emporium. The Hoodoo Emporium (creators of The Jitterbug Club & Exotica!) have returned to bring you a show even more raw than you've seen them before. This time they take you straight to the heart of the blues. With special guests Kira Puru & The Bruise who are fierce, fiery and down right fucking sexy, Frankie Valentine. Plus! none other than Frankie Alibi, Lead man of 'the Fugitives' - (that 12 piece Rhythm & Blues band you keep hearing about) spinning the finest of his Jump Jive collection. "Throw in a couple of... http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---burlesque-and-indian-summer-djs http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---burlesque-and-indian-summer-djs Wed, 7 Sep 2011 10:45:16 +1000 Jack Rabbit Slims - Burlesque and Indian Summer DJs Event Dates Thursday, 8th Sep 2011 Event Overview With Burlesque appearances from:BECKY LOU:. Becky Lou began her career with Perth's Sugar Blue Burlesque, winning fans with her comical routines, silent film face and killer curves. Now in Melbourne, she continues to purvey her favourite things - sparkles, giggles and partial nudity. A dynamic firecracker on stage! Comical, sassy and enchanting! Recently won Miss Burlesque Tasmania and Miss Pin-up for Miss Burlesque Grand Final 2010. STRAWBERRY SIREN:. "The Strawberry Siren Stands out with her good looks and peculiar but hypnotic brand of Burlesque tease.” Australian Stage. . Miss... http://redbennies.com/events/disco-co-co http://redbennies.com/events/disco-co-co Tue, 30 Aug 2011 10:52:44 +1000 Disco Co Co Event Dates Friday, 16th Sep 2011 Event Overview Red Bennies joins forces with PBS 106.7FM to bring you the Southside Boogie Down.. Right on!!. PBS 106.7FM are bringing you a monthly event to get your dance on! Disco Co Co, hosted by PBS’ very own Zack Rampage is a fresh new disco night guaranteed to make you get down and boogie at Bennies! Disco Co Co, your disco stylin’ party night is back for round two after a killer launch last month. . Our second Disco Co Co presents special guests Edd Fisher, Junji, Disco Harry and our host with the most, PBS’ very own Zack Rampage behind the decks. Disco Co Co at Red Bennies is on... http://redbennies.com/events/575 http://redbennies.com/events/575 Mon, 29 Aug 2011 16:47:16 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 29th Oct 2011 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of Vaudeville, Circus and Cabaret. On stage, on the dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème de la crème of local and international guest performers, alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties... http://redbennies.com/events/574 http://redbennies.com/events/574 Mon, 29 Aug 2011 15:30:29 +1000 The South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 15th Oct 2011 Event Overview . With a diverse range of Circus, Sideshow & Vaudeville acts to be announced.Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of Vaudeville, Circus and Cabaret. On stage, on the dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème de la crème of local and international guest performers, alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as... http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---poco-la-pax http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---poco-la-pax Mon, 29 Aug 2011 11:29:25 +1000 Jack Rabbit Slims - Poco La Pax Event Dates Thursday, 1st Sep 2011 Event Overview For those that have come over the last month and enjoyed the venue, the music and the drinks this week Jack Rabbit Slims has programmed something from the north and brought it to the south. With free entry until 9pm and $8 on a guest list after, come down for a $4 pizza which is served till 10pm (including but not limited to a Royal with Cheese). Did we mention the drink specials? No we didn't but that is because we can't....but you could find them somewhere on the internet. This week musically we have programmed with as much TLC as possible. Poco La Pax. Poco la Pax is a Melbourne... http://redbennies.com/events/the-more-bang-for-buck-burlesque-show-season-finale http://redbennies.com/events/the-more-bang-for-buck-burlesque-show-season-finale Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:33:37 +1000 The More-Bang-For-Buck-Burlesque Show Season Finale! Event Dates Sunday, 18th Sep 2011 Event Overview Red Bennies - August ReviewEVERY SUNDAY NIGHT! Want a little last minute perk up before you hit the daily grind next week? Feel like a Sunday roast a little less family-friendly? Need a bit of a shake up to snap yourself out of the wintery weekend? . Well baby, we've got the girls to make you love Sunday nights again! These sassy broads love to bump, grind, and shake all the way into next week. They'll give you something to smile about as you daydream at your little office cubicle... . The kind folks at Red Bennies have decided an end-of-weekend burlesque injection is just what the... http://redbennies.com/events/571 http://redbennies.com/events/571 Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:14:11 +1000 The More-Bang-For-Buck-Burlesque Show! Event Dates Sunday, 11th Sep 2011 Event Overview Red Bennies - August ReviewEVERY SUNDAY NIGHT!Want a little last minute perk up before you hit the daily grind next week? Feel like a Sunday roast a little less family-friendly? Need a bit of a shake up to snap yourself out of the wintery weekend? . Well baby, we've got the girls to make you love Sunday nights again! These sassy broads love to bump, grind, and shake all the way into next week. They'll give you something to smile about as you daydream at your little office cubicle... . The kind folks at Red Bennies have decided an end-of-weekend burlesque... http://redbennies.com/events/an-awful-lot-of-vaudeville---burlesque-magic-amp-circus http://redbennies.com/events/an-awful-lot-of-vaudeville---burlesque-magic-amp-circus Thu, 25 Aug 2011 13:04:31 +1000 An Awful Lot of Vaudeville - Burlesque, Magic & Circus Event Dates Tuesday, 27th Sep 2011 Wednesday, 28th Sep 2011 Thursday, 29th Sep 2011 Friday, 30th Sep 2011 Saturday, 1st Oct 2011 Sunday, 2nd Oct 2011 Event Overview Presented by RED BENNIES & THE MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL 2011. ‘Roll Up! Roll Up! Ladies and Gentlemen’.... Red Bennies, Melbourne Fringe 2010 Best Venue Award Winner and Melbourne’s home of Circus, Vaudeville and Burlesque brings you an evening of vintage vaudevillian entertainment. ‘An Awful Lot of Vaudeville’ brings together an all star cast of Australia’s premier performers and international guests alongside live musical acts! Prepare to be brought to the edge of your seat in astonishment, hilarity and seduction as your taken on a ride back to where... http://redbennies.com/events/the-contortion-and-hand-balancing-spectacular http://redbennies.com/events/the-contortion-and-hand-balancing-spectacular Thu, 25 Aug 2011 12:11:16 +1000 The Contortion and Hand-Balancing Spectacular! Event Dates Wednesday, 5th Oct 2011 Saturday, 8th Oct 2011 Event Overview Presented by THE 2011 MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL. Never before in Australia has there been a circus show consisting exclusively of contortion and hand-balancing, until now. In an Australian first, the Contortion and Hand-balancing spectacular will bring together some of the best talent from around Australia and region to perform to Melbourne audiences over 2 amazing nights this October. . Over 2 unique shows audiences will witness a variety of short performances including ground based contortion acts, aerial contortion acts, and hand-balancing. The performances will include local artist and... http://redbennies.com/events/565 http://redbennies.com/events/565 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 12:53:47 +1000 The South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 1st Oct 2011 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of Vaudeville, Circus and Cabaret. On stage, on the dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème de la crème of local and international guest performers, alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties... http://redbennies.com/events/564 http://redbennies.com/events/564 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 12:19:57 +1000 The South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 8th Oct 2011 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of Vaudeville, Circus and Cabaret. On stage, on the dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers, alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee... http://redbennies.com/events/maddy-hay---tell-me-a-story---album-launch-tour http://redbennies.com/events/maddy-hay---tell-me-a-story---album-launch-tour Mon, 22 Aug 2011 14:00:22 +1000 Maddy Hay - Tell Me A Story - Album Launch Tour Event Dates Wednesday, 12th Oct 2011 Event Overview . Prodigious Australian Chanteuse, Maddy Hay, with her celestial voice and hauntingly beautiful melodies, is a musical gem. After the release of her debut album 'Smoke In The City' through the legendary Columbia Records in Europe late 2009, she now brings us her second album, 'Tell Me A Story'. . Stemming from late night writing sessions in Holland, long days sitting with her glockenspiel in the gardens of Paris, and gazing out the windows of her Melbourne bedroom, this album is filled with songs and stories from a whirlwind of travels that finally came to an end in wintery Nashville,... http://redbennies.com/events/560 http://redbennies.com/events/560 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 11:04:44 +1000 The More-Bang-For-Buck Burlesque Show! Event Dates Sunday, 4th Sep 2011 Event Overview EVERY SUNDAY NIGHT!Want a little last minute perk up before you hit the daily grind next week? Feel like a Sunday roast a little less family-friendly? Need a bit of a shake up to snap yourself out of the wintery weekend? Well baby, we've got the girls to make you love Sunday nights again! These sassy broads love to bump, grind, and shake all the way into next week. They'll give you something to smile about as you daydream at your little office cubicle... The kind folks at Red Bennies have decided an end-of-weekend burlesque injection is just what the world needs right... http://redbennies.com/events/559 http://redbennies.com/events/559 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 10:51:20 +1000 The More-Bang-For-Buck Burlesque Show! Event Dates Sunday, 28th Aug 2011 Event Overview EVERY SUNDAY NIGHT!Want a little last minute perk up before you hit the daily grind next week? Feel like a Sunday roast a little less family-friendly? Need a bit of a shake up to snap yourself out of the wintery weekend? Well baby, we've got the girls to make you love Sunday nights again! These sassy broads love to bump, grind, and shake all the way into next week. They'll give you something to smile about as you daydream at your little office cubicle... The kind folks at Red Bennies have decided an end-of-weekend burlesque injection is just what the world needs right... http://redbennies.com/events/oz-soul-collective-presents-soulectrics http://redbennies.com/events/oz-soul-collective-presents-soulectrics Wed, 17 Aug 2011 14:20:35 +1000 Oz Soul Collective presents SOULECTRICS... Event Dates Friday, 26th Aug 2011 Event Overview . Oz Soul & Red Bennies brings you a night of whats to come, hosting a future electronic soul funk mash up. An insight into the new explosion of electronic soul from the Melbourne urban underground.. The Oz Soul Collective is Australia’s official Non-Profit Independent Soul / Urban Music development Initiative. It is dedicated to supporting, marketing & promoting Australia’s Independent Soul, Nu-Soul, R & B, Jazz, Soul, Blues, Funk, Reggae and Hip Hop Artists. RUNFORYOURLIFE:. An electro-soul-hip hop production crew delivering live beat music to the stage with a full... http://redbennies.com/events/sapphiras-showgirls---amateur-showcase http://redbennies.com/events/sapphiras-showgirls---amateur-showcase Fri, 12 Aug 2011 14:11:16 +1000 Sapphira's Showgirls - Amateur Showcase Event Dates Sunday, 16th Oct 2011 Event Overview . Join the acclaimed burlesque artist and teacher, Sapphira along with her stunning array of Burlesque Bombshell Graduates from Sapphira’s Academy as they present their term finale showcase. Sapphira’s Showgirls may be amateur performers but they know how to Razzle Dazzle. See a range of props, costumes and ‘tease’ techniques as these Bombshells perform group class routines, solo debut performances plus much, much more!! Enjoy a night of comedy, thrills, spills. Sing-a-long with Sapphira, a showgirl who has sung up a storm across Australia and also around the world in... http://redbennies.com/events/front-row-south-side-show---midweek-madness http://redbennies.com/events/front-row-south-side-show---midweek-madness Thu, 11 Aug 2011 15:29:23 +1000 Front Row South Side Show - Midweek Madness Event Dates Wednesday, 3rd Aug 2011 Wednesday, 10th Aug 2011 Wednesday, 17th Aug 2011 Wednesday, 24th Aug 2011 Event Overview . The Red Bennies Saturday night circus experience ‘The South Side Show’ has gotten so big that it is now exploding onto the stage for a month of midweek showcases. Contortion, sword-swallowing, acrobatics, flying trapeze, hoola hoops ( flying in the air). This is all that you will be witness to. And... You no longer have to wait until the weekend to see all of this performing at Red Bennies. Double the shows means double the fun!! . After opening its' doors just over one year ago, Red Bennies is widely regarded as Australia’s home for circus. The high ceiling allows for... http://redbennies.com/events/anything-goes-cabaret http://redbennies.com/events/anything-goes-cabaret Tue, 9 Aug 2011 15:59:52 +1000 Anything Goes Cabaret Event Dates Wednesday, 5th Oct 2011 Thursday, 6th Oct 2011 Friday, 7th Oct 2011 Saturday, 8th Oct 2011 Event Overview Proudly presented by THE 2011 MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL. Wilkommen! . Step into the dark decadence of Anything Goes Cabaret for Melbourne Fringe Festival - an evening of burlesque, boylesque, cabaret and drag steeped in the smoky trails of Weimar Berlin. Venus Vamp - the Femme Fatale of Theatrical Burlesque - will present to you a risque revue of dapper women, dashing men, crazed crooners and everything in between, revealing acts that will tickle your fancy. . Leading you into the glittering shadows is MC The Blue Angel, a singing and tap dancing dead German transvestite who plays a man,... http://redbennies.com/events/549 http://redbennies.com/events/549 Tue, 9 Aug 2011 15:16:35 +1000 GORELESQUE 3 Event Dates Saturday, 15th Oct 2011 Event Overview . Australia’s premier dark variety and horror burlesque show, Gorelesque, is back with a vengeance! 2011 sees the year of the Gorelesque thrillogy, celebrating 3 years of blood, guts and glitter! Like all good filmic sequels, you just can’t stop at one… And so, these gore-gore girls are packing up their coffins, electric chairs and film cameras, and hitting the road baby! . This year, Sydney, Adelaide and Melbourne are all on the kill list for our axe-wielding, blade-slashing babes. It’s Halloween come early for all you fiends… and it’s going to... http://redbennies.com/events/gorelesque-3 http://redbennies.com/events/gorelesque-3 Tue, 9 Aug 2011 15:03:59 +1000 GORELESQUE 3 Event Dates Friday, 14th Oct 2011 Event Overview . Australia’s premier dark variety and horror burlesque show, Gorelesque, is back with a vengeance! 2011 sees the year of the Gorelesque thrillogy, celebrating 3 years of blood, guts and glitter! Like all good filmic sequels, you just can’t stop at one… And so, these gore-gore girls are packing up their coffins, electric chairs and film cameras, and hitting the road baby! . This year, Sydney, Adelaide and Melbourne are all on the kill list for our axe-wielding, blade-slashing babes. It’s Halloween come early for all you fiends… and it’s going to be a... http://redbennies.com/events/fringe-royal-rumble-with-mikelangelo-amp-the-tin-star http://redbennies.com/events/fringe-royal-rumble-with-mikelangelo-amp-the-tin-star Thu, 4 Aug 2011 16:52:35 +1000 Fringe Royal Rumble with Mikelangelo & The Tin Star Event Dates Sunday, 9th Oct 2011 Event Overview Presented by RED BENNIES & THE MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL 2011 With Mikelangelo & The Tin Star. Fringe Festival South Side Wrap Party where performers wrestle it out Mexican style to live surf rock!. Lets get ready to ruuuummbble! . Witness the cream of Melbourne Fringe Festivals performers, hand picked to enter into mortal combat in the Red Bennies Mexican Wrestling ring of carny carnage! Burlesque vs Vaudeville! Comedians vs Cabaret! Mime vs Circus! All to the sounds of live surf rock and hosted by non other than Melbourne’s own... http://redbennies.com/events/the-jitterbug-club-exotica-lounge http://redbennies.com/events/the-jitterbug-club-exotica-lounge Thu, 4 Aug 2011 16:26:29 +1000 The Jitterbug Club: Exotica Lounge! Event Dates Friday, 23rd Sep 2011 Event Overview Presented by THE 2011 MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL. The Hoodoo Emporium presents... The Jitterbug Club: Exotica!. FEATURING the Jitterbeetles - Frankie Valentine, Papillion, Lux St Sin, Bonnie Neville & Pip Tease. Featuring live music with Mikelangelo & The Tin Star!. The Hoodoo Emporium (Mojo Juju, Taryn van Kan & Co., creators of the Jitterbug Club) welcome you to another time and another place. Last time they surfaced, The Jitterbug Club took their audience deep into 1930's Harlem, a world full of hot jazz & showgirl follies. . This time around they're living a different... http://redbennies.com/events/shimmy-shake-up-late-with-frankie-wants-out http://redbennies.com/events/shimmy-shake-up-late-with-frankie-wants-out Thu, 4 Aug 2011 15:56:57 +1000 Shimmy Shake Up Late with Frankie Wants Out Event Dates Friday, 7th Oct 2011 Event Overview Presented by RED BENNIES & THE MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL 2011. In conjunction with Shimmy Shake, Red Bennies & The Melbourne Fringe Festival we are delighted to bring you a sizzling one off event! Starring some of Melbourne's sauciest and sassiest burlesque artists! Shimmy Shake promises to be a late show of naughty proportions and raunchy antics! Prepare for a night of high energy, floor stomping, tassel twirling dance-floor action when Melbourne swing legends Frankie Wants Out are joined by the co-producers of the Australian Burlesque Festival Dolores Daiquiri & Sapphira to... http://redbennies.com/events/the-better-than-you-revue http://redbennies.com/events/the-better-than-you-revue Thu, 4 Aug 2011 13:26:06 +1000 The Better Than You Revue Event Dates Sunday, 25th Sep 2011 Monday, 26th Sep 2011 Event Overview Presented by THE 2011 MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL. Hailing from the dark, sultry streets of brooding Brisbane, The Better Than You Revue is Australia's newest and most dynamic burlesque troupe. Comprised of Queensland's finest burlesque and cabaret performers, this Revue delivers a high impact burlesque punch like no other. Tired of being taken so seriously, local burlesque bombshells Miss Alyssa Kitt, The Diamond Dahlia, Davina Mercy, La Viola Vixen and Mercy St Just and Miss Charne Louise, have created a cabaret that takes a tongue-in-cheek dig at today's more conventional burlesque... http://redbennies.com/events/539 http://redbennies.com/events/539 Thu, 28 Jul 2011 10:42:41 +1000 METROPOLIS 2040 Event Dates Saturday, 17th Sep 2011 Event Overview A PEEP SHOW INTO THE FUTURE!. The year is 2040. . The Age of Man is over. The Machines are here. . The world has descended into a sensual mash-up of hedonistic pursuit and robot love. With cameras on every corner, televisions on every street and computers in every room, Big Brother LIKES watching you, baby. And in an old, dark theatre at Red Bennies, space girls, robots and human hybrids are planning the greatest voyeuristic exploration this side of the millennium. . Metropolis 2040 is … 1984 meets Daft Punk. . Metropolis 2040 is... http://redbennies.com/events/538 http://redbennies.com/events/538 Thu, 28 Jul 2011 10:36:11 +1000 METROPOLIS 2040 Event Dates Friday, 16th Sep 2011 Event Overview A PEEP SHOW INTO THE FUTURE!. The year is 2040. . The Age of Man is over. The Machines are here. . The world has descended into a sensual mash-up of hedonistic pursuit and robot love. With cameras on every corner, televisions on every street and computers in every room, Big Brother LIKES watching you, baby. And in an old, dark theatre at Red Bennies, space girls, robots and human hybrids are planning the greatest voyeuristic exploration this side of the millennium. . Metropolis 2040 is … 1984 meets Daft Punk. . Metropolis 2040 is... http://redbennies.com/events/537 http://redbennies.com/events/537 Wed, 27 Jul 2011 17:04:12 +1000 METROPOLIS 2040 Event Dates Saturday, 10th Sep 2011 Event Overview . A PEEP SHOW INTO THE FUTURE!. The year is 2040. . The Age of Man is over. The Machines are here. . The world has descended into a sensual mash-up of hedonistic pursuit and robot love. With cameras on every corner, televisions on every street and computers in every room, Big Brother LIKES watching you, baby. And in an old, dark theatre at Red Bennies, space girls, robots and human hybrids are planning the greatest voyeuristic exploration this side of the millennium. . Metropolis 2040 is … 1984 meets Daft... http://redbennies.com/events/536 http://redbennies.com/events/536 Wed, 27 Jul 2011 16:59:25 +1000 METROPOLIS 2040 Event Dates Friday, 9th Sep 2011 Event Overview A PEEP SHOW INTO THE FUTURE!. The year is 2040. . The Age of Man is over. The Machines are here. . The world has descended into a sensual mash-up of hedonistic pursuit and robot love. With cameras on every corner, televisions on every street and computers in every room, Big Brother LIKES watching you, baby. And in an old, dark theatre at Red Bennies, space girls, robots and human hybrids are planning the greatest voyeuristic exploration this side of the millennium. . Metropolis 2040 is … 1984 meets Daft Punk. . Metropolis 2040 is … Fritz Lang... http://redbennies.com/events/metropolis-2040 http://redbennies.com/events/metropolis-2040 Wed, 27 Jul 2011 16:55:26 +1000 METROPOLIS 2040 Event Dates Saturday, 3rd Sep 2011 Event Overview A PEEP SHOW INTO THE FUTURE!. The year is 2040. . The Age of Man is over. The Machines are here. . The world has descended into a sensual mash-up of hedonistic pursuit and robot love. With cameras on every corner, televisions on every street and computers in every room, Big Brother LIKES watching you, baby. And in an old, dark theatre at Red Bennies, space girls, robots and human hybrids are planning the greatest voyeuristic exploration this side of the millennium. . Metropolis 2040 is … 1984 meets Daft Punk. . Metropolis 2040 is … Fritz Lang... http://redbennies.com/events/metropolis-2040---launch-show http://redbennies.com/events/metropolis-2040---launch-show Wed, 27 Jul 2011 16:23:08 +1000 METROPOLIS 2040 - Launch Show! Event Dates Friday, 2nd Sep 2011 Event Overview A PEEP SHOW INTO THE FUTURE!The year is 2040. . The Age of Man is over. The Machines are here. . The world has descended into a sensual mash-up of hedonistic pursuit and robot love. With cameras on every corner, televisions on every street and computers in every room, Big Brother LIKES watching you, baby. And in an old, dark theatre at Red Bennies, space girls, robots and human hybrids are planning the greatest voyeuristic exploration this side of the millennium. . Metropolis 2040 is … 1984 meets Daft Punk. . Metropolis 2040 is … Fritz Lang meets... http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---disco-to-dance http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---disco-to-dance Wed, 27 Jul 2011 14:18:58 +1000 Jack Rabbit Slims - Disco to Dance Event Dates Thursday, 25th Aug 2011 Event Overview "Warmer, Warmer, Disco". Another week with another album launch for Red Bennies early in the night by none other than Mr Roscoe James Irwin (known for his work with ‘The Cat Empire’ and ‘The Bamboos’). . Jack Rabbit Slims takes the reigns at 10:30 with a guarantee of a smooth transition from the wonderful ‘endearing blend of the energetic, charismatic and awkwardly sentimental style that is Roscoe James Irwin’. Moving along musically to party disco mash up fun with the one and only Jac Oskar. Coming off a national tour of his recently released EP, Jack... http://redbennies.com/events/532 http://redbennies.com/events/532 Wed, 27 Jul 2011 12:42:05 +1000 The More-Bang-For-Buck Burlesque Show! Event Dates Sunday, 21st Aug 2011 Event Overview EVERY SUNDAY NIGHT!Want a little last minute perk up before you hit the daily grind next week? Feel like a Sunday roast a little less family-friendly? Need a bit of a shake up to snap yourself out of the wintery weekend? Well baby, we've got the girls to make you love Sunday nights again! These sassy broads love to bump, grind, and shake all the way into next week. They'll give you something to smile about as you daydream at your little office cubicle... The kind folks at Red Bennies have decided an end-of-weekend burlesque injection is just what the world needs right now,... http://redbennies.com/events/531 http://redbennies.com/events/531 Wed, 27 Jul 2011 12:16:50 +1000 The More-Bang-For-Buck Burlesque Show! Event Dates Sunday, 14th Aug 2011 Event Overview EVERY SUNDAY NIGHT!. Want a little last minute perk up before you hit the daily grind next week? Feel like a Sunday roast a little less family-friendly? Need a bit of a shake up to snap yourself out of the wintery weekend? Well baby, we've got the girls to make you love Sunday nights again! These sassy broads love to bump, grind, and shake all the way into next week. They'll give you something to smile about as you daydream at your little office cubicle... The kind folks at Red Bennies have decided an end-of-weekend burlesque injection is just what the world needs right now,... http://redbennies.com/events/the-more-bang-for-buck-burlesque-show http://redbennies.com/events/the-more-bang-for-buck-burlesque-show Wed, 27 Jul 2011 11:55:01 +1000 The More-Bang-For-Buck Burlesque Show! Event Dates Sunday, 7th Aug 2011 Event Overview EVERY SUNDAY NIGHT!Want a little last minute perk up before you hit the daily grind next week? Feel like a Sunday roast a little less family-friendly? Need a bit of a shake up to snap yourself out of the wintery weekend? Well baby, we've got the girls to make you love Sunday nights again! These sassy broads love to bump, grind, and shake all the way into next week. They'll give you something to smile about as you daydream at your little office cubicle... The kind folks at Red Bennies have decided an end-of-weekend burlesque injection is just what the world needs right now,... http://redbennies.com/events/529 http://redbennies.com/events/529 Wed, 27 Jul 2011 11:39:06 +1000 The Bang-For-Buck Burlesque Show Event Dates Event Overview No content available. http://redbennies.com/events/tv-dinner-w-david-lightfoot http://redbennies.com/events/tv-dinner-w-david-lightfoot Tue, 26 Jul 2011 16:20:53 +1000 TV DINNER w/ David Lightfoot Event Dates Tuesday, 4th Oct 2011 Event Overview Presented by SHORT-CUT FILM & THE 2011 MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL. Short film night with acclaimed producer of Wolf Creek, Bad Boy Bubby, Rogue, Innocence, Coffin Rock & many more! . Join guest speaker David Lightfoot for a night of cinema and film industry discussion alongside screenings of local and international short films. . This opportunity offers a rare insight for emerging film makers and cinephiles alike to take part in a moderated open forum with a stalwart of the Australian film industry. . Arrive early and enjoy a great night of fun and film topped with delicious food and... http://redbennies.com/events/527 http://redbennies.com/events/527 Tue, 26 Jul 2011 16:00:22 +1000 Exposé Event Dates Saturday, 24th Sep 2011 Saturday, 1st Oct 2011 Event Overview Presented by RED BENNIES & THE MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL 2011. A showcase of Melbourne's best emerging circus, vaudeville & burlesque performers.. Exposé is Red Bennies bi-monthly event designed to showcase some of Melbourne’s best new talent from the world of circus arts, vaudeville and burlesque performance. . Expect high flying trapeze, classic vaudeville sideshow and the glitz and ditz of traditional striptease or tongue in cheek burlesque. . Exposé has served as a platform for many new artists to be discovered, with talent scouts and agents regularly attending... http://redbennies.com/events/yummy http://redbennies.com/events/yummy Tue, 26 Jul 2011 15:38:17 +1000 Yummy Event Dates Sunday, 2nd Oct 2011 Monday, 3rd Oct 2011 Event Overview Presented by THE 2011 MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL. Outspoken, Outrageous and Out of the house!. After two sell out seasons at the Butterfly Club, headlining the Melbourne Cabaret Festival and a hit season at the Seymour Centre in Sydney in 2010….YUMMY is back, They’re HOTTER and you know you WANT THEM! Sally Bourne (The Boy From Oz, Shane Warne the Musical) and Susan-ann Walker (Xanadu, Menopause the Musical) have joined forces to create YUMMY, a riotous collision of two of the biggest voices in cabaret! . For two sultry, sexy and hilarious nights, YUMMY heats up the night at Red... http://redbennies.com/events/chloe-charodys-the-carnival http://redbennies.com/events/chloe-charodys-the-carnival Tue, 26 Jul 2011 14:12:28 +1000 Chloe Charody's "The Carnival" Event Dates Wednesday, 21st Sep 2011 Thursday, 22nd Sep 2011 Friday, 23rd Sep 2011 Saturday, 24th Sep 2011 Sunday, 25th Sep 2011 Event Overview Presented by RED BENNIES & THE MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL 2011 Direct from London’s West End and trailing rave reviews from across the globe, 26-year-old Australian composer and producer Chloé Charody’s hit circus-opera ‘The Carnival’ returns to Melbourne for the 2011 Fringe Festival following a season of sell out shows at Red Bennies in May ealier this year. . Expect a wild operatic circus where the audience is swept up in a crazy carnival of contortion, classical virtuosity, fire & mayhem with the extraordinary risqué classical beauties,... http://redbennies.com/events/522 http://redbennies.com/events/522 Tue, 26 Jul 2011 13:39:46 +1000 The South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 24th Sep 2011 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee hours each... http://redbennies.com/events/521 http://redbennies.com/events/521 Tue, 26 Jul 2011 13:34:57 +1000 The South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 17th Sep 2011 Event Overview Red Bennies - August Review. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of Vaudeville, Circus and Cabaret. On stage, on the dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème de la crème of local and international guest performers, alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of... http://redbennies.com/events/the-south-side-show---presents-frankie-wants-out http://redbennies.com/events/the-south-side-show---presents-frankie-wants-out Tue, 26 Jul 2011 13:33:38 +1000 The South Side Show - Presents Frankie Wants Out! Event Dates Saturday, 10th Sep 2011 Event Overview FRANKIE WANTS OUT - THE SHAKEDOWN All Circus performances will be early tonight to coincide with METROPOLIS 2040.. The South Side Show will be presenting Frankie Wants Out - Late Show.. Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest... http://redbennies.com/events/519 http://redbennies.com/events/519 Tue, 26 Jul 2011 13:32:03 +1000 The South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 3rd Sep 2011 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of Vaudeville, Circus and Cabaret. On stage, on the dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème de la crème of local and international guest performers, alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties... http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---sailor-jerry-party-dress-up http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---sailor-jerry-party-dress-up Fri, 22 Jul 2011 19:26:39 +1000 Jack Rabbit Slims - Sailor Jerry Party (dress up!) Event Dates Thursday, 18th Aug 2011 Event Overview Sailor Jerry’s rum washes itself upon the shores of Red Bennies early in the night and what is left will be one hell of a pirate party once Jack Rabbit Slims takes over. As such this is a ‘SAILOR THEMED PARTY’. . With an iconic founding father of modern tattoo as the inspiration for the rum that is sure to make us all act like scally-wags. Jack Rabbit Slims has programmed a night of swashbuckling fun. The drink special theme will be Pirate Punch. To enjoy the festivities you will need to make sure you are dressed up. This will allow you to have free entry, drinks, eats,... http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---polar-nation--friends http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---polar-nation--friends Fri, 22 Jul 2011 19:08:21 +1000 Jack Rabbit Slims - Polar Nation + friends Event Dates Thursday, 11th Aug 2011 Event Overview . The second week of Jack Rabbit Slims has been put together to present something that is new, cutting edge and sure to bring you something that you may have not seen before – but that you will definitely be seeing and hearing not far in the future. Polar Nation’s album launch is set to be an early show for those of you who want to get down and have a listen to some new and emerging music that is sure to be a staple on the radio plus all the up and coming shows around Melbourne. This is a track/film clip of theirs. This is their facebook. This is their soundcoud. After what is to... http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---launch-night http://redbennies.com/events/jack-rabbit-slims---launch-night Fri, 22 Jul 2011 17:10:33 +1000 Jack Rabbit Slims - Launch Night Event Dates Thursday, 4th Aug 2011 Event Overview . Get the fuck out of Dodge and get into RB’s this Thursday for the LAUNCH PARTY of JACK RABBIT SLIMS – the new party that’s packing up the tequila and runnin’ south of the border! . . DANCE / TWIST / DRINK / SNAP!. . Smashing it up every Thursday night, with cheap booze and sweet tunes to make a mess of yourself on the dance floor. With the house special $5 SHAKE that’ll have you twisting your way into photos you’ll regret the next day. LIVE MUSIC / DJs SPINNING UNTIL LATE!. If you have a problem? Bitch, be cool. . ... http://redbennies.com/events/the-woohoo-revue http://redbennies.com/events/the-woohoo-revue Thu, 21 Jul 2011 13:40:57 +1000 The Woohoo Revue Event Dates Friday, 5th Aug 2011 Event Overview . THE WOOHOO REVUE. Call them what you will- 'Balkan gypsy brass band, roaring twenties swing ensemble, Wild West fiddle contest or a soundtrack for Looney Tunes'- it barely scratches the surface. There are few, if any parallels to the sound of The Woohoo Revue. This fiendishly talented sextet create an adrenalin-fuelled celebration fit for dancing, drinking, and ignoring tomorrow. . The combination of absolute dance floor mayhem and a strong sense of old world style has inspired the Age Newspaper to describe The Woohoo Revue’s shows as ‘pandemonium in a pin striped suit’..... http://redbennies.com/events/512 http://redbennies.com/events/512 Thu, 21 Jul 2011 13:25:19 +1000 Circus Expose Event Dates Saturday, 30th Jul 2011 Event Overview . A night to showcase emerging acts and rising talent from the performance arts collective!. FEATURING PERFORMANCES FROM:. LIZ KAJKO (STATIC TRAPEZE). Liz traveled from the US to train in Melbourne. Growing up she competed in gymnastics and pole vaulting. She discovered circus after graduating university and started training in Seattle and Denver. Her two favorite apparatuses are static trapeze and chinese pole. . JAMIE BRETMAN (CLOWNING/JUGGLING). After having trained at circo arts New Zealand for two years jamie went on tour with circus Aotearoa in 2009.currently comleting his second... http://redbennies.com/events/disco-coco http://redbennies.com/events/disco-coco Mon, 18 Jul 2011 13:51:32 +1000 Disco Coco Event Dates Friday, 19th Aug 2011 Event Overview . Red Bennies joins forces with PBS 106.7FM to bring you the Southside Boogie Down.Right on!! PBS 106.7FM are bringing you a brand new monthly event to get your dance on! Disco Co Co, hosted by PBS’ very own Zack Rampage is a fresh new disco night guaranteed to make you get down and boogie at Bennies! Our first Disco CoCo brings you some of Melbourne’s most solid stylin’ DJs including Zack Rampage, Ms Butt, Garry Seven and Ennio Styles are all hip to the groove and off the hook behind the decks. . Disco CoCo is being launched this August 19th at Red Bennies and is gonna be... http://redbennies.com/events/crooney-tunes http://redbennies.com/events/crooney-tunes Fri, 15 Jul 2011 12:58:05 +1000 Crooney Tunes Event Dates Tuesday, 9th Aug 2011 Event Overview Back to Event Listings. feat: David CotterComing from a good home, a misspent youth and a wonderful life, David Cotter is well qualified to perform his twisted renditions of songs from the early days of 30s croon, the 40s and 50s swoon-type toons, the Swinging 60s, 70s Punk-a-billy, and the sitcom melodies we all remember and don’t know how to forget. Accompanied by guitar Impresario and Musical Director Jack Pantazis, the show is underscored by some beautiful, finger-pickingly gorgeous,music. Coming from a good home, a misspent youth and a wonderful life, David Cotter is well... http://redbennies.com/events/attack-of-the-5ft-woman---kelly-ann-doll-fun-raiser http://redbennies.com/events/attack-of-the-5ft-woman---kelly-ann-doll-fun-raiser Wed, 13 Jul 2011 12:35:13 +1000 Attack of the 5ft Woman - Kelly Ann Doll FUN Raiser! Event Dates Wednesday, 10th Aug 2011 Event Overview Miss Kelly Ann Doll is leaving Melbourne shores. After 6 years of entertaining Melbourne, the time has come to start her new journey crossing the nation teaching her unique style of burlesque! Then she's off to shake, shimmy, tease, flip and paint the world with the pint sized burlesque love. And you’re invited to say goodbye or good riddance to one of Victoria's Best in Burlesque! So, its time to celebrate and show your support ($$$ wink wink!!). These beautiful performers have donated their fabulous selves to the mid week burlesque bonanza! Miss Strawberry SirenMiss Strawberry Siren... http://redbennies.com/events/croony-tunes http://redbennies.com/events/croony-tunes Tue, 12 Jul 2011 14:55:58 +1000 Croony Tunes Event Dates Tuesday, 2nd Aug 2011 Event Overview . feat: David CotterComing from a good home, a misspent youth and a wonderful life, David Cotter is well qualified to perform his twisted renditions of songs from the early days of 30s croon, the 40s and 50s swoon-type toons, the Swinging 60s, 70s Punk-a-billy, and the sitcom melodies we all remember and don’t know how to forget. Accompanied by guitar Impresario and Musical Director Jack Pantazis, the show is underscored by some beautiful, finger-pickingly gorgeous,music. . Coming from a good home, a misspent youth and a wonderful life, David Cotter is well qualified to perform his... http://redbennies.com/events/roscoe-james-irwin---the-hunting-road-tour http://redbennies.com/events/roscoe-james-irwin---the-hunting-road-tour Tue, 12 Jul 2011 13:15:59 +1000 Roscoe James Irwin - The Hunting Road Tour Event Dates Thursday, 25th Aug 2011 Event Overview Meet Roscoe James Irwin, Indie Pop’s suspiciously energetic Mr. Nice Guy.. Best known for his work with The Cat Empire and The Bamboos, Roscoe has now firmly defined himself as much more than just a simple instrumentalist or singer/songwriter. He has also recorded and performed as a multi-instrumentalist and sideman for Australian artists such as Paul Kelly, Washington, Brooke Fraser, Tinpan Orange, and international artists Harry Connick Jr, Brian May and Belle and Sebastian.. Heartbreak and three weeks in the Canadian Mountains, inspired the songs that eventually became Roscoe’s... http://redbennies.com/events/501 http://redbennies.com/events/501 Mon, 11 Jul 2011 16:35:37 +1000 The South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 27th Aug 2011 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of Vaudeville, Circus and Cabaret. On stage, on the dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème de la crème of local and international guest performers, alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties... http://redbennies.com/events/500 http://redbennies.com/events/500 Mon, 11 Jul 2011 14:16:00 +1000 The South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 20th Aug 2011 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show... http://redbennies.com/events/the-south-side-show-presents-a-night-at-the-blue-note http://redbennies.com/events/the-south-side-show-presents-a-night-at-the-blue-note Mon, 11 Jul 2011 14:03:15 +1000 The South Side Show presents: A Night At The Blue Note Event Dates Saturday, 13th Aug 2011 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties... http://redbennies.com/events/498 http://redbennies.com/events/498 Mon, 11 Jul 2011 13:51:16 +1000 The South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 6th Aug 2011 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till... http://redbennies.com/events/an-awful-lot-of-vaudeville---final-show http://redbennies.com/events/an-awful-lot-of-vaudeville---final-show Mon, 4 Jul 2011 17:42:57 +1000 An Awful Lot Of Vaudeville - FINAL SHOW! Event Dates Friday, 26th Aug 2011 Event Overview HOODOO EMPORIUM in association with RED BENNIES proudly presents:. BURLESQUE / SWORD-SWALLOWING / MAGIC / CONTORTION Allez up! Roll up! It’s a brand new Vaudeville show like you haven’t seen since 1919!. The Hoodoo Emporium (creators of the Jitterbug Club) have teamed up with Red Bennies, to bring you an authentic experience in the tradition of old world variety shows. . STARRING:Anthony Demasi – MARVEL at this Master of magic. . Aerial Manx –Contortionist & the World’s FIRST sword swallowing handstand... http://redbennies.com/events/496 http://redbennies.com/events/496 Mon, 4 Jul 2011 17:40:24 +1000 An Awful Lot Of Vaudeville Event Dates Friday, 19th Aug 2011 Event Overview HOODOO EMPORIUM in association with RED BENNIES proudly presents:. BURLESQUE / SWORD-SWALLOWING / MAGIC / CONTORTION Allez up! Roll up! It’s a brand new Vaudeville show like you haven’t seen since 1919!. The Hoodoo Emporium (creators of the Jitterbug Club) have teamed up with Red Bennies, to bring you an authentic experience in the tradition of old world variety shows. . STARRING:Anthony Demasi – MARVEL at this Master of magic. . Aerial Manx –Contortionist & the World’s FIRST sword swallowing handstand... http://redbennies.com/events/495 http://redbennies.com/events/495 Mon, 4 Jul 2011 17:38:23 +1000 An Awful Lot Of Vaudeville Event Dates Friday, 12th Aug 2011 Event Overview HOODOO EMPORIUM in association with RED BENNIES proudly presents:. BURLESQUE / SWORD-SWALLOWING / MAGIC / CONTORTION Allez up! Roll up! It’s a brand new Vaudeville show like you haven’t seen since 1919!. The Hoodoo Emporium (creators of the Jitterbug Club) have teamed up with Red Bennies, to bring you an authentic experience in the tradition of old world variety shows. . STARRING:Anthony Demasi – MARVEL at this Master of magic. . Aerial Manx –Contortionist & the World’s FIRST sword swallowing handstand... http://redbennies.com/events/an-awful-lot-of-vaudeville---launch-party http://redbennies.com/events/an-awful-lot-of-vaudeville---launch-party Mon, 4 Jul 2011 17:28:41 +1000 An Awful Lot Of Vaudeville - LAUNCH PARTY! Event Dates Friday, 5th Aug 2011 Event Overview HOODOO EMPORIUM in association with RED BENNIES proudly presents:. BURLESQUE / SWORD-SWALLOWING / MAGIC / CONTORTION Allez up! Roll up! It’s a brand new Vaudeville show like you haven’t seen since 1919!. The Hoodoo Emporium (creators of the Jitterbug Club) have teamed up with Red Bennies, to bring you an authentic experience in the tradition of old world variety shows. . STARRING:Anthony Demasi – MARVEL at this Master of magic. . Aerial Manx –Contortionist & the World’s FIRST... http://redbennies.com/events/jazz-in-july-presents-the-pearly-shells http://redbennies.com/events/jazz-in-july-presents-the-pearly-shells Wed, 29 Jun 2011 18:54:03 +1000 Jazz In July presents: The Pearly Shells Event Dates Thursday, 14th Jul 2011 Event Overview . THE PEARLY SHELLSOver more than 10 years, The Pearly Shells have gained a reputation as Melbourne’s premier Jazz/Swing/RnB band with a classic style and look remminesent of the Golden Age of Ellington, Basie ,Goodman and Brother Ray. . Famous for their Swingin’ back beat sound and Hollywood style, luminesent clam-shell stands, The Pearlys have been providing atmosphereic sound tracks and irrestible dance grooves in bars, clubs, festivals and dancehalls as well as at parties, receptions and other doos uncountable. With their enormous repitore and variety of band sizes , The... http://redbennies.com/events/492 http://redbennies.com/events/492 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 18:39:18 +1000 Cirque De Femmes Event Dates Saturday, 27th Aug 2011 Event Overview . The Mama of Melbourne Burlesque & the Underground, Madame Natalia, is set to sizzle on the Red Bennies stage as she brings you an evening of cabaret, burlesque, circus arts and comedy that will entrance, entice and entertain! Starring some of Melbourne’s most talented artistes including Scarlett, Foxtrot India, the Black Prince of the Burlesque Underground Raven, Poppy Cherry and more…this night of fun and frivolity is not to be missed! Bring your friends…bring your enemies, we’ll be sure to torture them for you…but don’t... http://redbennies.com/events/491 http://redbennies.com/events/491 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 18:37:18 +1000 Cirque De Femmes Event Dates Saturday, 20th Aug 2011 Event Overview . The Mama of Melbourne Burlesque & the Underground, Madame Natalia, is set to sizzle on the Red Bennies stage as she brings you an evening of cabaret, burlesque, circus arts and comedy that will entrance, entice and entertain! Starring some of Melbourne’s most talented artistes including Scarlett, Foxtrot India, the Black Prince of the Burlesque Underground Raven, Poppy Cherry and more…this night of fun and frivolity is not to be missed! Bring your friends…bring your enemies, we’ll be sure to torture them for you…but don’t... http://redbennies.com/events/490 http://redbennies.com/events/490 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 18:21:22 +1000 Cirque De Femmes Event Dates Saturday, 13th Aug 2011 Event Overview . The Mama of Melbourne Burlesque & the Underground, Madame Natalia, is set to sizzle on the Red Bennies stage as she brings you an evening of cabaret, burlesque, circus arts and comedy that will entrance, entice and entertain! Starring some of Melbourne’s most talented artistes including Scarlett, Foxtrot India, the Black Prince of the Burlesque Underground Raven, Poppy Cherry and more…this night of fun and frivolity is not to be missed! Bring your friends…bring your enemies, we’ll be sure to torture them for you…but don’t... http://redbennies.com/events/cirque-de-femmes http://redbennies.com/events/cirque-de-femmes Wed, 29 Jun 2011 12:25:57 +1000 Cirque de Femmes Event Dates Saturday, 6th Aug 2011 Event Overview . The Mama of Melbourne Burlesque & the Underground, Madame Natalia, is set to sizzle on the Red Bennies stage as she brings you an evening of cabaret, burlesque, circus arts and comedy that will entrance, entice and entertain! Starring some of Melbourne’s most talented artistes including Scarlett, Foxtrot India, the Black Prince of the Burlesque Underground Raven, Poppy Cherry and more…this night of fun and frivolity is not to be missed! Bring your friends…bring your enemies, we’ll be sure to torture them for you…but don’t worry, Mama... http://redbennies.com/events/jazz-in-july-presents-the-cairo-club-orchestra http://redbennies.com/events/jazz-in-july-presents-the-cairo-club-orchestra Mon, 27 Jun 2011 14:45:24 +1000 Jazz In July presents: The Cairo Club Orchestra Event Dates Thursday, 28th Jul 2011 Event Overview The Cairo Club Orchestra is a Vintage Dance Orchestra based in Melbourne, Australia, comprising Ten Specialist Musicians Dedicated to the Faithful interpretation of the Hot And Sweet sounds of the 1920's, 30's and 40's. These Talented Boy's have sifted through archives, braved dusty garages and traded scores with Venerable Music Collectors in Australia and around the World, to locate the best in early Jazz, Blues, Swing, Talking Picture Hit's and Novelty Music. . When the Original Published Music cannot be obtained Quickly, some of the guys just go ahead and Transcribe scores from... http://redbennies.com/events/jazz-in-july-presents-the-jelly-tub-rollers http://redbennies.com/events/jazz-in-july-presents-the-jelly-tub-rollers Thu, 23 Jun 2011 11:46:46 +1000 Jazz in July presents: The Jelly Tub Rollers Event Dates Thursday, 7th Jul 2011 Event Overview Red Bennies is proud to present some of Melbourne's finest jazz talent every Thursday night in July alongside guest burlesque performances from some of the sassiest broads in town! . THE JELLY TUB ROLLERSThe Jelly Tub Rollers play thighslappin’ 1930s party jazz and blues. . Featuring the flying feet and raucous rhythms of Thomas the Tap Engine, these over-dressed super-swing vaudevillians are guaranteed to get your party jumping! Combining the driving beat of drums, double bass and guitar with the tickles and moans of saxophone, trombone and vocals, the Jelly Tub Rollers bring an... http://redbennies.com/events/jazz-in-july-presents-the-shuffle-club http://redbennies.com/events/jazz-in-july-presents-the-shuffle-club Wed, 22 Jun 2011 16:22:48 +1000 Jazz In July presents: The Shuffle Club Event Dates Thursday, 21st Jul 2011 Event Overview The Shuffle Club. Their style is most easily described as a hot blend of jazz, swing, blues and boogie. . But that hardly does justice to their raw energy and enthusiasm – the kind of energy that will bring you to your feet and onto the dance floor before you even quite know what is happening. . This four-piece line up of sax, double bass, piano and drums, is not the kind of band to sit back on their laurels – all the performers play a vast array of instruments and are singers as well and whilst they work together to create the kind of musical harmony some bands can only dream of,... http://redbennies.com/events/484 http://redbennies.com/events/484 Wed, 22 Jun 2011 16:12:57 +1000 The More-Bang-For-Buck Burlesque Show! Event Dates Sunday, 31st Jul 2011 Event Overview EVERY SUNDAY NIGHT!. Want a little last minute perk up before you hit the daily grind next week? Feel like a Sunday roast a little less family-friendly? Need a bit of a shake up to snap yourself out of the wintery weekend? Well baby, we've got the girls to make you love Sunday nights again! These sassy broads love to bump, grind, and shake all the way into next week. They'll give you something to smile about as you daydream at your little office cubicle... The kind folks at Red Bennies have decided an end-of-weekend burlesque injection is just what the world needs right now, and have... http://redbennies.com/events/the-more-bang-for-no-buck-burlesque-show http://redbennies.com/events/the-more-bang-for-no-buck-burlesque-show Fri, 17 Jun 2011 10:47:06 +1000 The More-Bang-For-No-Buck Burlesque Show! Event Dates Sunday, 19th Jun 2011 Event Overview . Want a little last minute perk up before you hit the daily grind next week? Feel like a Sunday roast a little less family-friendly? Need a bit of a shake up to snap yourself out of the wintery weekend? . Well baby, we've got the girls to make you love Sunday nights again! These sassy broads love to bump, grind, and shake all the way into next week. They'll give you something to smile about as you daydream at your little office cubicle... . And best of all, it's FREE! The kind folks at Red Bennies have decided an end-of-weekend burlesque injection is just what the world needs right now, and... http://redbennies.com/events/478 http://redbennies.com/events/478 Fri, 10 Jun 2011 11:19:28 +1000 Untitled Event Event Dates Event Overview No content available. http://redbennies.com/events/atm15---16-piece-big-band http://redbennies.com/events/atm15---16-piece-big-band Wed, 1 Jun 2011 19:35:24 +1000 ATM15 - 16 Piece Big Band! Event Dates Friday, 8th Jul 2011 Event Overview . ATM15ATM15 are Melbourne's hippest 16-piece big band. Catch ATM15 at Red Bennies for their brand new project, performing exclusive new arrangements of music by Stevie Wonder, Earth Wind & Fire, Ray Charles, D’Angelo, Michael Jackson, and more. . ATM15 combines the sophistication of jazz harmony, form, and orchestration with the passion of contemporary soul music; all presented with the raw driving energy of a big band. ATM15 is a completely unique musical experience that presents the big band in a brand new light. . WITH BURLESQUE FROM:MISS KELLY ANN DOLL. Pin-up pocket rocket... http://redbennies.com/events/bastille-day-party-2011---sold-out http://redbennies.com/events/bastille-day-party-2011---sold-out Wed, 1 Jun 2011 15:15:32 +1000 Bastille Day Party 2011 - SOLD OUT! Event Dates Friday, 15th Jul 2011 Event Overview . Oye Oye! . Returning to Red Bennies , Cultural, Artistic, Business and Networking French institutions of Melbourne join forces and ally to celebrate Bastille Day: . To fight against winter and bring some heat from the European summer with a 'belle epoque' inspired jazz Bastille Ball Day, The Alliance Francaise, Cartell Music, Organisation Clandestine, Meet Up Melbounre, & Facci YP invite you to celebrate this important date of the French calendar with them. . 'Et maintenant Madames et Messieurs place a la musique et a la dance' with french cancan review (reminding the great... http://redbennies.com/events/473 http://redbennies.com/events/473 Wed, 1 Jun 2011 15:10:10 +1000 The South Side Show presents FRANKIE WANTS OUT! Event Dates Saturday, 30th Jul 2011 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show... http://redbennies.com/events/472 http://redbennies.com/events/472 Wed, 1 Jun 2011 15:07:11 +1000 The South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 16th Jul 2011 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee ... http://redbennies.com/events/471 http://redbennies.com/events/471 Wed, 1 Jun 2011 14:58:18 +1000 The South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 9th Jul 2011 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee hours... http://redbennies.com/events/470 http://redbennies.com/events/470 Wed, 1 Jun 2011 13:58:03 +1000 The South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 2nd Jul 2011 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee hours... http://redbennies.com/events/469 http://redbennies.com/events/469 Wed, 1 Jun 2011 12:32:23 +1000 Shimmy Shake Event Dates Friday, 1st Jul 2011 Event Overview . Co-producers Dolores Daiquiri and Sapphira of The HUGELY successful 'Australian Burlesque Festival' have joined forces to bring you the fabulous monthly night of Burly-Q at Red Bennies called 'Shimmy Shake'!! . Both producers have a keen eye for producing high quality shows with an emphasis on glamour, elite performance and star quality, so with that said Shimmy Shake is set to take Melbourne by storm. Look out for:. SASSY CHORUS LINE SHOWGIRLS. OPULENT CLASSIC TEASE. MELBOURNE'S BURLESQUE ELITE. SULTRY SHOWTUNES. OLD WORLD GLAMOUR. WITH YOUR RESIDENT FAVOURITES... . SAPPHIRA.... http://redbennies.com/events/storm-large---crazy-enough---australian-tour http://redbennies.com/events/storm-large---crazy-enough---australian-tour Mon, 30 May 2011 15:27:02 +1000 Storm Large - "Crazy Enough" - Australian Tour Event Dates Thursday, 30th Jun 2011 Event Overview Get deep and dangerous with cabaret's punk pin-up girl! . "Crazy Enough" is a love story. Though sex, drugs and Rock n Roll are the ingredients, what you get out of it, is a life and love affirming, universal and resounding "Fuck Yeah!" Storm Large was told, and believed most of her life, that she would end up like her mentally ill and suicidal mother. Desperate to avoid what she believed to be her fate, she begins a crazy journey to save her sanity. And it all goes wonderfully wrong. "Crazy Enough" is a love song to the missteps and horrendous mistakes we all make in life and how sometimes,... http://redbennies.com/events/nocturnal-soul-sessions http://redbennies.com/events/nocturnal-soul-sessions Mon, 23 May 2011 14:58:31 +1000 Nocturnal Soul Sessions Event Dates Friday, 17th Jun 2011 Event Overview Red Bennies is proud to present three of Melbourne's top up n coming soul outfits on one bill. Be sure not to miss this event! K.A.T.T.I.M.O.N.I'KA.T.T.I.M.O.N.I' - It's sexy. It's fun. It's got a groove to make you move. It’s got attitude. It’s a soul based jazz/ funk/ hip-hop band from Melbourne called Kattimoni. . The group was formed through an evolution of blues/roots project "Katt Beames and the Soular Sky". Having released an EP, a full length studio album ‘Elixir’ and touring nationally together, founding members decided to build on an already existing... http://redbennies.com/events/466 http://redbennies.com/events/466 Thu, 19 May 2011 13:34:59 +1000 The South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 25th Jun 2011 Event Overview Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee ... http://redbennies.com/events/oz-soul-collective-presents-the-red-studio http://redbennies.com/events/oz-soul-collective-presents-the-red-studio Thu, 19 May 2011 12:48:54 +1000 Oz Soul Collective presents: The Red Studio Event Dates Friday, 22nd Jul 2011 Event Overview Oz Soul Collective & Red Bennies presents "The Red Studio” sessions on Friday July 22nd. Off the back of sold out shows at the Toff, Oz Soul has found a new home at Red Bennies for its showcasing platform with a studio audience twist launching the new Oz Soul TV. This monthly event will incorporate even more great live music from Australian artists in every genre & sub-genre of Soul/Urban Music to elements of art, theatre, dance and other entertaining curiosities. . The Oz Soul Collective has Australia's largest independent/unsigned soul/urban music database representing and... http://redbennies.com/events/exposeacute http://redbennies.com/events/exposeacute Thu, 19 May 2011 12:06:44 +1000 Exposé Event Dates Saturday, 28th May 2011 Event Overview Circus Exposé is a reoccurring Red Bennies event designed to provide a platform for emerging circus and performance arts students and new talent to perform in a proffesional environment to an audience of industry big wigs and and general public.Expose has provided a number of Melbourne’s best new talent a great break into the industry. Participants are chosen by application and of the highest quality for non graduate or long time performing artists. Many of those that take to the stage give Red Bennies proffesional performers some stiff competition! A show not to be missed!... http://redbennies.com/events/463 http://redbennies.com/events/463 Thu, 19 May 2011 12:02:24 +1000 The Carnival: A Circus Opera Event Dates Friday, 27th May 2011 Event Overview THIS FRIDAY NIGHT'S EVENT IS COMPLETELY SOLD OUT.. Direct from London’s West End and trailing rave reviews from across the globe, 26-year-old Australian composer and producer Chloé Charody’s hit circus-opera ‘The Carnival’ opens in Melbourne on May 6 this year. . Every Friday evening in May, Red Bennies, Melbourne will play host to this wild operatic circus where the audience is swept up in a wild carnival of contortion, classical virtuosity, fire & mayhem with the extraordinary risqué classical beauties Ilythian featuring several of ... http://redbennies.com/events/fitz-amp-the-tantrums-usa---splendour-sideshow http://redbennies.com/events/fitz-amp-the-tantrums-usa---splendour-sideshow Thu, 19 May 2011 11:46:34 +1000 Fitz & The Tantrums (USA) - Splendour Sideshow Event Dates Friday, 29th Jul 2011 Event Overview . There just hasn’t been enough sax in music lately…but that’s all about to change…Sydney and Melbourne, get ready to shake your money-maker. LA’s super soulful six-piece FITZ AND THE TANTRUMS are heading your way as part of the official Splendour 2011 Sideshows! Riding on the crest of a retro soul revival, FITZ AND THE TANTRUMS are all about sexy soul tunes, crisp two-tone suits and infectious beats. Cross the style of Madmen with seriously good sounds reminiscent of Motown and you’ve got an idea of how much fun there is to be had. "Brash 60s-style pop... http://redbennies.com/events/sietta-nt http://redbennies.com/events/sietta-nt Wed, 18 May 2011 11:27:37 +1000 Sietta (NT) Event Dates Thursday, 9th Jun 2011 Event Overview . SIETTASietta is James Mangohig and Caiti Baker. Their music is genuine, raw and sexy with a dangerous groove. James’ production provides deep rolling basslines, intense melodies, washes of synthesizers and swinging drums. Caiti’s vocals are soulful, emotional and raw yet have a quality that could only come from a background deep rooted in blues and soul. From equality within the community to empowerment of females to tales of everyday life, together Caiti and James paint oblique lyrical pictures that resonate long after the fact. http://redbennies.com/events/short-cut-monthly-film-night-august-screening http://redbennies.com/events/short-cut-monthly-film-night-august-screening Tue, 17 May 2011 10:26:47 +1000 Short Cut: Monthly Film Night August Screening Event Dates Tuesday, 30th Aug 2011 Event Overview It’s Short Cut time again, films and fun and drinks galore at the gorgeous Red Bennies, this is a big one, last regulation celebration before we present a few ‘special’ screenings so come on down and enjoy the show! Man … that was quite a sentence. Showcasing short films from Australia and around the world and featuring Q & A with filmmakers, networking with cast and crew, plus audience voting for ‘Best Film of Night’, thanks to our sponsors StarNow and the Astor Theatre. This month we’re thrilled to present twisted and twisty thriller... http://redbennies.com/events/south-side-show-presents-adam-hall-amp-the-velvet-playboys http://redbennies.com/events/south-side-show-presents-adam-hall-amp-the-velvet-playboys Mon, 16 May 2011 16:19:43 +1000 South Side Show presents ADAM HALL & THE VELVET PLAYBOYS Event Dates Saturday, 23rd Jul 2011 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties... http://redbennies.com/events/457 http://redbennies.com/events/457 Thu, 12 May 2011 12:43:18 +1000 Grab My Junk Event Dates Friday, 24th Jun 2011 Event Overview . It's a gameshow... and a burlesque show... in one!. Watch in awe as your favorite burlesque performers bump and grind, then get to know them even more intimately, learning their deepest, darkest secrets as you compete for the chance to win terrible prizes! Never fear; fabulous prizes also await, but only if you're brave enough to... GRAB MY JUNK. . Watch carefully as these sexy superstars take off their clothes -- watch even more carefully than usual. Because you might just see something in the striptease that will help you guess the answers to intimate questions about the private... http://redbennies.com/events/mission-65-fashion http://redbennies.com/events/mission-65-fashion Tue, 10 May 2011 18:14:43 +1000 Mission 65 Fashion Event Dates Wednesday, 1st Jun 2011 Event Overview . In collaboration with Whitehouse Institute of Design, we are delighted to present a night 1940s glamour and war time chic made from garments from Prahran Mission Op Shops hosted by celebrity stylist Philip Boon and Australia's Doyenne of Fashion Jenny Bannister. . The Fashiow show will feature garments, restyled, deconstructed and redesigned by Melbourne fashion designers Madam Virtue, Leopold, Jenny Bannister and Project Runway winner Anthony Capon. All garments are available for purchase via auction - more details to follow. . Join in the glamour by wearing your own interpretations of... http://redbennies.com/events/battle-for-the-buskers-featuring-the-omgs http://redbennies.com/events/battle-for-the-buskers-featuring-the-omgs Tue, 10 May 2011 15:46:03 +1000 Battle for the Buskers featuring The O.M.G's! Event Dates Friday, 10th Jun 2011 Event Overview Swinburne Event Management Students partnered with Red Bennies are proud to present the Battle for the Buskers petition event. Dazzling performances with breathtaking stunts normally only seen on the streets are being brought to the beautiful stage at Red Bennies to showcase and show off! A night that will never be forgotten. . Swinburne Event Management Students are aiming to fight for the right of Performance Artists throughout Melbourne. Armed with clipboards and pens, 1,500 signatures are being sought to open new busking pitches throughout Melbourne! . The petitioners are asking the... http://redbennies.com/events/the-south-side-show-presents-frankie-wants-out http://redbennies.com/events/the-south-side-show-presents-frankie-wants-out Tue, 10 May 2011 12:44:42 +1000 The South Side Show presents FRANKIE WANTS OUT! Event Dates Saturday, 18th Jun 2011 Event Overview . FRANKIE WANTS OUT. “Think You Know Swing? You don’t!”. Frankie Wants Out is a nine piece original swing band from Melbourne. They first formed as a neo swing band, playing fast jazz and jump blues as well as taking influence the music of the New York dance halls of the 20’s and 30’s. However over the last four years they have incorporated other styles into their live show, such as latin, motown, rock and funk while still paying homage to their swing beginning. Regardless of the style, Frankie Wants Out are still guaranteed to make you jump and jive all the... http://redbennies.com/events/453 http://redbennies.com/events/453 Tue, 10 May 2011 11:23:24 +1000 The South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 4th Jun 2011 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee ... http://redbennies.com/events/joy-fm-radiothon-launch-party http://redbennies.com/events/joy-fm-radiothon-launch-party Tue, 10 May 2011 11:10:15 +1000 Joy FM Radiothon Launch Party Event Dates Friday, 3rd Jun 2011 Event Overview . Australia’s only Gay and Lesbian Radio Station and Melbourne’s very own queer community broadcaster is kicking of this years Radiothon Membership Drive with a special launch party at Red Bennies. . Featuring live music, all your favourite JOY personalities + performances from Ariel Artist Tayo Wilson, Magician Cath Jamison, Glass Walker Elena, Illusionist Ben Murphy plus a very special guest to be announced soon! . We all know you love JOY and now’s your time to show it – come to the party, become a member and help keep JOY on air for another year! . Tickets only... http://redbennies.com/events/tv-dinner-presents-john-waters-tribute http://redbennies.com/events/tv-dinner-presents-john-waters-tribute Mon, 9 May 2011 16:10:56 +1000 TV Dinner presents John Waters Tribute Event Dates Sunday, 15th May 2011 Event Overview This Sunday night, Red Bennies' TV Dinner proudly presents a tribute to the films of John Waters. . http://redbennies.com/events/the-jelly-tub-rollers-swing-jazz--burlesque http://redbennies.com/events/the-jelly-tub-rollers-swing-jazz--burlesque Mon, 9 May 2011 12:16:45 +1000 The Jelly Tub Rollers (Swing Jazz / Burlesque) Event Dates Sunday, 29th May 2011 Event Overview . The Jelly Tub Rollers play thighslappin’ 1930s party jazz and blues. Featuring the flying feet and raucous rhythms of Thomas the Tap Engine, these over-dressed super-swing vaudevillians are. guaranteed to get your party jumping! Combining the driving beat of drums, double bass and guitar with the tickles and moans of saxophone, trombone and vocals, the Jelly Tub Rollers bring an old-world energy to classic and original jazz tunes. The Jelly Tub Rollers will be joined by a special guest burlesque 'Josephine Baker' tribute act. . ZELIA - JOSEPHINE BAKER TRIBUTE. Born in Melbourne with... http://redbennies.com/events/448 http://redbennies.com/events/448 Mon, 2 May 2011 15:10:07 +1000 The Cairo Club Orchestra Event Dates Sunday, 22nd May 2011 Event Overview The Cairo Club Orchestra is a Vintage Dance Orchestra based in Melbourne, Australia, comprising Ten Specialist Musicians Dedicated to the Faithful interpretation of the Hot And Sweet sounds of the 1920's, 30's and 40's. These Talented Boy's have sifted through archives, braved dusty garages and traded scores with Venerable Music Collectors in Australia and around the World, to locate the best in early Jazz, Blues, Swing, Talking Picture Hit's and Novelty Music. . When the Original Published Music cannot be obtained Quickly, some of the guys just go ahead and Transcribe scores from original... http://redbennies.com/events/boundary-breakin http://redbennies.com/events/boundary-breakin Mon, 2 May 2011 12:29:29 +1000 Boundary Breakin' Event Dates Thursday, 12th May 2011 Event Overview Join us for a night of live entertainment as Hip Hop Dance Crew SOLE SYMPHONY showcase one of their latest cutting-edge performances. SOLE SYMPHONY is home to some of Melbourne’s best talent with many members of the newly-formed group coming the urban dance group ‘Beatphonik’ who blew away the crowds in 2008, winning the Australian Hip Hop Championships. . . SOLE SYMPHONY will perform for over an hour throughout the night, supported by DJ Nadia who will by pumping out the hottest Hip Hop tunes all night. . http://redbennies.com/events/the-australian-burlesque-festival-pre-teaser- http://redbennies.com/events/the-australian-burlesque-festival-pre-teaser- Thu, 21 Apr 2011 15:23:31 +1000 The Australian Burlesque Festival Pre-Teaser Event Dates Saturday, 30th Apr 2011 Event Overview . - Meet the artists and festival producers. - Be treated to a private burlesque show. - Meet & greet, rub shoulders and shimmy with us! http://redbennies.com/events/the-south-side-show http://redbennies.com/events/the-south-side-show Wed, 20 Apr 2011 15:21:05 +1000 The South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 14th May 2011 Event Overview Red Bennies South Side Show is Melbourne’s Saturday night home for outlandish vaudeville and rambunctious dance floor antics. Hosted by MC Knave Knixx, each week we are joined by local and international guests performing aerial antics, circus, cabaret, dance and much more. . And special appearances from the RED BENNIES CAN-CAN DANCERS, direct from the Moulin Rouge, France! . RUBY RUBBERLEGS. MIKE GURRIERI. Mike's strictly underground attitude towards music has earned him a reputation as a DJ who can open an entire crowd's mind to fresh, innovative music but still know how to make... http://redbennies.com/events/the-magnets-uk-8211-2011-australian-tour http://redbennies.com/events/the-magnets-uk-8211-2011-australian-tour Tue, 19 Apr 2011 21:16:35 +1000 The Magnets (UK) – 2011 Australian Tour Event Dates Wednesday, 15th Jun 2011 Event Overview "A SONIC PHENOMENON YOU HAVE TO SEE AND HEAR TO BELIEVE...A BAND TO WATCH IN 2011" The Guardian. Acappella group The Magnets have become a must see act on the British music scene following a series of electrifying festival shows and TV appearances. Literally a 'six-man sound machine', this is the Australia’s first opportunity to experience their incredible fusion of razor-sharp harmonies and jaw-dropping beat-boxing, in a show packed with cool moves, incredible medleys and infectious tunes - but absolutely no musical instruments. At the heart of The Magnets music lays a gift for... http://redbennies.com/events/soul-a-go-go-southside http://redbennies.com/events/soul-a-go-go-southside Tue, 19 Apr 2011 19:04:00 +1000 Soul-A-Go-Go Southside Event Dates Saturday, 7th May 2011 Event Overview Catch DJs Vince Peach, Manchild, Miss Goldie & Dave Boots alongside vaudeville performances, all dishing it out at Melbourne’s premier funk and soul night! . VINCE PEACH. MISS GOLDIE. DJ MANCHILD. LILIKOI KAOS. BILLIE WILSON-COFFEE. http://redbennies.com/events/441 http://redbennies.com/events/441 Tue, 19 Apr 2011 10:49:30 +1000 The South Side Show - Jazz Edition Event Dates Saturday, 28th May 2011 Event Overview Red Bennies "South Side Show" is Mebourne's Saturday night home for outlandish vaudeville and rambunctious dance floor antics. For this special Stonnington Jazz Festival edition, DJs Mike Gurrieri & Edd Fisher will be playing a combination of Jazz, Swing & Soul, programmed to high-flying circus acts. FEET2FEAT!Amy Nightingale-Olsen and Christopher Zaluski form Feet2Feat! Graduates of The National Institute of Circus Arts they are one of few duos that perform the traditional circus art of Icarian Games. Based in Melbourne, Victoria they aspire to create work that amazes, entertains... http://redbennies.com/events/the-south-side-show---jazz-edition http://redbennies.com/events/the-south-side-show---jazz-edition Tue, 19 Apr 2011 10:20:25 +1000 The South Side Show - Jazz Edition Event Dates Saturday, 21st May 2011 Event Overview Red Bennies "South Side Show" is Mebourne's Saturday night home for outlandish vaudeville and rambunctious dance floor antics. For this special Stonnington Jazz Festival edition, DJs Mike Gurrieri & Edd Fisher will be playing a combination of Jazz, Swing & Soul, programmed to high-flying circus acts. . MIKE GURRIERIMike Gurrieri brings his swingin' genre-bending DJ antics to Red Bennies every Saturday night from midnight. Expect to go everywhere from swing jazz, funk, soul, hip hop & everything else in-between. A true party set like no other! For this Jazz Edition of the South... http://redbennies.com/events/the-freak-technique http://redbennies.com/events/the-freak-technique Mon, 18 Apr 2011 17:21:46 +1000 The Freak Technique Event Dates Sunday, 8th May 2011 Event Overview . "Push some boundaries. Blur some lines. Make them dance.". Such is the motto and ethos of Melbourne's newest and most invigorating musical collective,The Freak Technique. Comprising musicians from a range of disciplines and backgrounds, and drawing from a deep pool of influences such as Fat Freddy's Drop, Crazy Penis, Groove Armada, The Greenskeepers and Pnau, Freak Technique has catapulted onto stages across town with a sound truly original in Melbourne's Current Dance music scene. Reaching beyond the realm of the traditional instrumental based line-up, and even further past the... http://redbennies.com/events/erin-cornell-in-farewell-melbourne-hello-london http://redbennies.com/events/erin-cornell-in-farewell-melbourne-hello-london Thu, 14 Apr 2011 17:01:25 +1000 Erin Cornell in Farewell Melbourne, Hello London! Event Dates Sunday, 8th May 2011 Event Overview Before she picks up her heels and heads to London city, come & enjoy one last night with Ms Cornell performing some of her favourite show tunes. Special guests include Erin Hasan & Matthew Robinson accompanied by Tim Smith. Join Erin after for a drink or two to bid her farewell. . http://redbennies.com/events/tv-dinner-presents-sidney-lumet-tribute http://redbennies.com/events/tv-dinner-presents-sidney-lumet-tribute Mon, 11 Apr 2011 14:42:15 +1000 TV Dinner presents: Sidney Lumet Tribute Event Dates Sunday, 17th Apr 2011 Event Overview RIP Sidney Lumet 1924-2011. Sidney Lumet Tribute: "Dog Day Afternoon" & "Before The Devil Knows You're Dead". Screens at 7.00pm. $10 PIZZA & DRINK SPECIAL. Screens at 9.30pm. $10 PIZZA & DRINK SPECIAL. http://redbennies.com/events/short-cut-monthly-film-night-april-screening http://redbennies.com/events/short-cut-monthly-film-night-april-screening Wed, 6 Apr 2011 11:43:19 +1000 Short Cut: Monthly Film Night April Screening Event Dates Tuesday, 26th Apr 2011 Event Overview . Short Cut is an exciting monthly film night screening some of the best short films from Australia and around the world. Each event features Q & A with filmmakers, networking with actors, artists, and auteurs, plus audience voting for best film with prizes up for grabs. So come along for a night of fun, films, and great food and drink! . http://redbennies.com/events/magic-hatstand-presents-spaghetti-western http://redbennies.com/events/magic-hatstand-presents-spaghetti-western Mon, 4 Apr 2011 12:03:36 +1000 Magic Hatstand presents: Spaghetti Western Event Dates Friday, 29th Apr 2011 Event Overview On Friday 29th April, Magic Hatstand starts a season of themed parties at Red Bennies. We’re kicking off with a homage to the Spaghetti Western, a fiesta based on the film tradition of those great Sergio Leone old westerns - Two Mules for Sister Sara, The Good the Bad and the Ugly, etc. So step off Chapel St and step into the Wild Wild West; unshaven hard men with gold teeth, scantily clad girls, horsemen with big moustaches and the smell of gunpowder in the air – no, it’s not a night out in Footscray – this is Red Bennies, transformed into a saloon, with a heady... http://redbennies.com/events/miss-behavin http://redbennies.com/events/miss-behavin Thu, 31 Mar 2011 13:40:39 +1000 Miss Behavin' Event Dates Thursday, 21st Apr 2011 Event Overview Chango's Love Lounge presents MISS BEHAVIN'. Good Friday Eve (Thursday, 21st April). featuring the Michael Jackson Tribute Show starring Matthew Nardella. & DJs Chango Phat, DJ Brandon, Ross Horkings, Stefan S, Russell Wilkes, Re-Pete, Matthew Grisold & Josh Flinders playing RNB party jams & old skool flavas. . http://redbennies.com/events/saskwatch-amp-jess-harlen http://redbennies.com/events/saskwatch-amp-jess-harlen Thu, 31 Mar 2011 11:03:36 +1000 Saskwatch & Jess Harlen Event Dates Sunday, 24th Apr 2011 Event Overview Red Bennies & HoolaHoop present:. SASKWATCH. "Look Out For Saskwatch! I ain’t talking about Bigfoot foooool, I’m talking about a local funk group that has come out with and great sound that will make your shoes melt and your hot pants get tighter!" - Chris Gill, Northside Records. Saskwatch is a nine-piece collective of young Melbourne musicians playing original Soul and Funk. . In the name of Aretha, Hendrix, Curtis, JB, Stevie and Marvin; Saskwatch wield their unique brand of superheavy soul music that makes it impossible for you to keep still. With raw grooves, organ, horns... http://redbennies.com/events/zombie-jesus http://redbennies.com/events/zombie-jesus Thu, 31 Mar 2011 09:58:47 +1000 Zombie Jesus Event Dates Friday, 22nd Apr 2011 Event Overview . THE CHARLIES. Ever had funk on your face? What about your back? In your eye maybe? . Well then, just thought you should know - funk is best enjoyed in your ears and The Charlies like to spread aural pleasure as often as possible. . After completing their recent world tour, with sell out shows in Iraq and Afghanistan, The Charlies have been nominated for twelve ARIA awards. They're fairly confident bass player Scott "slappin" Cherry will win the "Best Slap" award. Guitarist Lizzie "guitar lady" Sedman, is favourite to win the prestigious "Nipple Picking" award. Vocal vixen Jane "don't spew... http://redbennies.com/events/425 http://redbennies.com/events/425 Tue, 29 Mar 2011 11:05:54 +1000 Untitled Event Event Dates Event Overview No content available. http://redbennies.com/events/not-quite-cabaret-presents-a-six-pack-of-plays http://redbennies.com/events/not-quite-cabaret-presents-a-six-pack-of-plays Mon, 28 Mar 2011 15:00:29 +1000 Not Quite Cabaret Presents A Six Pack of Plays Event Dates Wednesday, 20th Apr 2011 Wednesday, 27th Apr 2011 Wednesday, 4th May 2011 Wednesday, 11th May 2011 Event Overview . Not Quite Cabaret Presents A Six Pack of Plays, an hilarious, quirky and romantic evening of six short plays that will take you on an adventure you’ll never forget. In the traditional Cabaret style, each ten-minute show will have you wanting more. In the lavish and vibrant Red Bennies with gourmet food and wine list to tempt you between plays, you are guaranteed fabulous night out! This knockout programme and stellar cast are not to be missed and with last season selling out, make sure you book now to avoid disappointment! . Brenda McKinty - Actor. Since graduating from WAAPA in 1995,... http://redbennies.com/events/the-australian-burlesque-festival-the-big-tease http://redbennies.com/events/the-australian-burlesque-festival-the-big-tease Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:38:28 +1000 The Australian Burlesque Festival: The Big Tease! Event Dates Saturday, 11th Jun 2011 Event Overview . “Classic, Glamorous Burlesque at its finest”. A night of glamorous, classic tease to dazzle and delight the burlesque aficionado in us all! ‘The Big Tease’ showcases the creme-de-le-creme of local and International burlesque artists in an evening of glamour and old world charm. Not only will you will be teased and tantalized by these wonderfully exciting burlesque starlets but you will witness more glitz, glamour and sizzling striptease than you can handle in one night! So if you favour traditional Bump n’ Grind and good old fashioned burlesque then this is the... http://redbennies.com/events/the-australian-burlesque-festival-cabaret-carnivale http://redbennies.com/events/the-australian-burlesque-festival-cabaret-carnivale Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:14:09 +1000 The Australian Burlesque Festival: Cabaret Carnivale! Event Dates Sunday, 12th Jun 2011 Event Overview “Variety, cabaret and sideshow burlesque” . Roll up! Roll up!! A night of raucous and racy thrills and spills! . The closing night of the 2011 Australian Burlesque Festival, Cabaret Carnivale promises to go out with a bang! Comedic burlesque, carnival sideshow and death defying feats will thrill and amaze the audience. Prepare to be taken on a wild adventure to farewell the festival for another year! *Please note: Our variety, circus show in 2010 sold out in record time so make sure you get your tickets early! www.australianburlesquefestival.com Dress code: Cocktail,... http://redbennies.com/events/women-of-soul http://redbennies.com/events/women-of-soul Mon, 28 Mar 2011 12:03:22 +1000 Women of Soul Event Dates Friday, 15th Apr 2011 Event Overview Teaming up for one special night of soul, funk and r’n’b are three of Australia's finest soul vocalists, Candice Monique, Randa Khamis and Chelsea Wilson. Featuring Musicians Jake Mason on organ (Cookin on 3 Burners), Ivan ‘Choi’ Khatchoyan on drums (True Live), Guitarist Mikey Chan (M- Phazes) and bassist Lucas Taranto (Gotye) this exclusive show delivers three pumping sets of funk and soul not to be missed.. RANDA AND THE SOUL KINGDOM. Hailing from Perth and firmly at the forefront of the Australian Funk and Soul scene Randa And The Soul Kingdom will have you up and... http://redbennies.com/events/418 http://redbennies.com/events/418 Fri, 25 Mar 2011 18:14:00 +1000 The South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 30th Apr 2011 Event Overview Dolores Daiquiri, Rosy Rabbit & Sapphira present…The Australian Burlesque Festival 2011 - Pre-Teaser!! . After a sold-out first year, The Australian Burlesque Festival will is back bigger and better in 2011 with more shows, more cities and more tease! The Australian Burlesque Festival will showcase the very best of Australian burlesque talent as well as some delectable International guests to thrill and delight fans in Melbourne, Sydney and this year Canberra and Hobart as well! . In conjunction with Red Bennies, South Side Show and the team of 'The Second Annual Burlesque Festival'... http://redbennies.com/events/the-black-cabaret-presents-seven-seas http://redbennies.com/events/the-black-cabaret-presents-seven-seas Fri, 25 Mar 2011 17:59:52 +1000 The Black Cabaret presents: Seven Seas Event Dates Monday, 25th Apr 2011 Event Overview Ahoy there landlubbers! . The Black Cabaret, Diner of the Dead and Red Bennies present a furious, rum soaked evening of mutinous mayhem, swingin' sailorettes, and nautical nonsense featuring the 8-piece pirate orchestra of SFORZANDO going head to head with fiddle driven Celtic punk-rockers THE RAMSHACKLE ARMY! To let you catch your breath and get your sea legs in between these spectacular acts we have Australia's own pocket rocket B...urlesque Queen, KELLY ANN DOLL, bellydance fusionist BELLA-D, and go-go girls tantalising and titillating your hungry pirate peepers! . Hosted by pin-up... http://redbennies.com/events/femme-fatales-of-the-underworld http://redbennies.com/events/femme-fatales-of-the-underworld Tue, 22 Mar 2011 11:00:54 +1000 Femme Fatales Of The Underworld Event Dates Thursday, 14th Apr 2011 Event Overview . Australia's hottest 21 female performers just set Sydney stages on fire with the mind blowing dance production "Femme Fatales of the Underworld": A story of money, power and staying on top. The first Sydney show sold out within days, leaving no choice but to release a second show, with fans begging for more. There is no question why this show is heating up the stage. With 8 of your favourite "So You Think You Can Dance" cast, 2 of the directors from the Psyde Project, and winners of "World of Dance NYC 2010", combining together to bring this exceptional Part 1, Trilogy performance. A show... http://redbennies.com/events/413 http://redbennies.com/events/413 Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:53:33 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 23rd Apr 2011 Event Overview Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee hours each... http://redbennies.com/events/412 http://redbennies.com/events/412 Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:34:34 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 16th Apr 2011 Event Overview Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and vaudevillians. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee hours each... http://redbennies.com/events/burlesque-classes-with-sapphira---heart-dance-amp-cheeky-boa http://redbennies.com/events/burlesque-classes-with-sapphira---heart-dance-amp-cheeky-boa Thu, 17 Mar 2011 11:59:16 +1000 Burlesque Classes with Sapphira - Heart Dance & Cheeky B Event Dates Monday, 2nd May 2011 Monday, 9th May 2011 Monday, 16th May 2011 Monday, 23rd May 2011 Monday, 30th May 2011 Monday, 4th Jul 2011 Monday, 20th Jun 2011 Monday, 6th Jun 2011 Event Overview As seen on Channel 10, learn the Art of Burlesque with Red Bennies resident showgirl & internationally acclaimed teacher, Sapphira. . “Sapphira makes me feel anything is possible with a feather boa!” Nevenka, Glen Iris. “My self-esteem has returned, the showgirl within has come out.” Veronique, Elwood. This 8 Week Course takes you through and easy method to unleash your inner showgirl & unlock creative self-expression through costume, movement, pin-up poses and all the while having lots of fun! Sapphira’s well-developed teaching method enables this course... http://redbennies.com/events/circus-expose http://redbennies.com/events/circus-expose Fri, 11 Mar 2011 21:04:43 +1000 Circus Expose Event Dates Saturday, 26th Mar 2011 Event Overview . Featuring performances from:. MC SARAH "DOOGS" McDOUGALL. Sarah is a seasoned performer who owns and performs in her own company it-n-a-bit Entertainment. She is accustomed to entertaining crowds as an aerialist, so The Circus Expose will be her first gig as an MC! TOM SWORDS. Tom Swords began performing at 3 years old, and is trained in classical, tap and contemporary dance. He is now a second year student at NICA. Expect a playful foot juggling act to a remix of a popular song... SIMON JAMES REYNOLDS. Simon is currently studying at the National Institute of Circus Arts, where he is... http://redbennies.com/events/time-machine http://redbennies.com/events/time-machine Fri, 11 Mar 2011 13:50:49 +1000 Time Machine Event Dates Friday, 8th Apr 2011 Event Overview Take a step into another dimension, a theatrical and Steampunk past. with “TIME MACHINE”.... An entertaining and mystifying evening of magic and conjuring, cabaret and burlesque within the limitless confines of Red Bennies... Enchanting Steampunk Fashion by Clockwork Butterfly will seduce and transport you into an elevated underworld of alternate time and reality. Old world magic will leave you gasping in fear and disbelief, dangerous Burlesque to taunt and startle and haunting songs and theatre to harmonise your mind . Dazzling magic by female illusionist Julia Madotti and... http://redbennies.com/events/grab-my-junk http://redbennies.com/events/grab-my-junk Fri, 4 Mar 2011 16:23:38 +1000 GRAB MY JUNK! Event Dates Friday, 18th Mar 2011 Event Overview . It's a gameshow... and a burlesque show... in one! Watch in awe as your favorite burlesque performers bump and grind, then get to know them even more intimately, learning their deepest, darkest secrets as you compete for the chance to win terrible prizes! Never fear; fabulous prizes also await, but only if you're brave enough to... GRAB MY JUNK. . First, host Danny McGinlay introduces the celebrity guest performers to an audience full of potential contestants in the best possible way: by bringing them to the stage to present titillating burlesque numbers. Watch carefully as these... http://redbennies.com/events/the-harry-james-angus-band-of-the-cat-empire http://redbennies.com/events/the-harry-james-angus-band-of-the-cat-empire Fri, 4 Mar 2011 15:46:03 +1000 The Harry James Angus Band (of The Cat Empire) Event Dates Thursday, 26th May 2011 Event Overview . It has been a long long time, since a trumpet melody could climb to the top of the charts, since a pop song could bring a tear to your eye, and a smile to your heart... Sounds cheesy? Well, that's nostalgia, baby. . Best known for his performances with The Cat Empire & Jackson Jackson, Harry James Angus takes to the stage with his award winning (Melb Fringe Festival 2010 Music Award) band as part of the Stonnington Jazz Festival program. . THE HARRY JAMES ANGUS BAND will play the hits of the 1940's; I Thought About You, As Time Goes By, Star Dust, Night & Day... http://redbennies.com/events/the-pearly-shells---big-band-cd-launch http://redbennies.com/events/the-pearly-shells---big-band-cd-launch Fri, 4 Mar 2011 15:16:52 +1000 The Pearly Shells - Big Band CD Launch Event Dates Sunday, 3rd Apr 2011 Event Overview . With a wealth of performance experience and six albums to their name, The Pearly Shells have gained a reputation as one of Melbourne's premier jazz, swing and RnB bands and have been described as a sweet combination of Count Basie, Ray Charles, John Lee hooker and Jackie Brenston. With a classic look and sound reminiscent of the golden age of jazz, The Pearly Shells have truly returned to their RnB roots and refined their signature swinging sound on their latest release Belmar Sessions. Belmar Sessions came to fruition the only way true jazz and swing should - the old fashioned way.... http://redbennies.com/events/clairy-browne-amp-the-bangin-rackettes http://redbennies.com/events/clairy-browne-amp-the-bangin-rackettes Fri, 4 Mar 2011 13:49:54 +1000 Clairy Browne & The Bangin' Rackettes Event Dates Thursday, 17th Mar 2011 Thursday, 24th Mar 2011 Thursday, 7th Apr 2011 Event Overview . Clairy Browne and the Bangin’ Rackettes could make a blind man stare, a deaf man dance and all the single ladies shake it with the sounds of hard hitting Northern Soul, jump blues, devestating doo-wop, ska and feverish gospel straight out of New Orleans via a backyard operation in Malvern.. Since their debut show at Sweet Jelly Roll, Clairy Browne and the Bangin Rackettes have been tearing down the house at venues all over, including the Forum Theatre for the Melbourne International Arts Festival, touring with the Big Day Out, Golden Plains, Melbourne International Comedy Festival and... http://redbennies.com/events/bottoms-up-burlesque-presents-mini-monsterotica http://redbennies.com/events/bottoms-up-burlesque-presents-mini-monsterotica Thu, 3 Mar 2011 13:51:14 +1000 Bottoms Up Burlesque presents: Mini Monsterotica! Event Dates Sunday, 27th Mar 2011 Event Overview . After last years smash hit sell-out show Bottoms Up! Burlesque & Pole school presents Mini Monsterotica! - a showcase of delectable acts from the 2010 student extravaganza! Bottoms Up! Burlesque & Pole School is the initiative of Sparkarella and Mechante Chatte of the Voodoo Trash Dolls. In the heart of the studios of Bottoms Up they train ladies and gents in these fine and fierce arts . . In this evening of facing your inner-monster where you can expect to see Warewolves, Vampires, Psychotic Go-Go Gals, Mummies, Medusa, and the evils of human monsters, you will be entertained... http://redbennies.com/events/pbs-fm-presents-soul-a-go-go http://redbennies.com/events/pbs-fm-presents-soul-a-go-go Wed, 2 Mar 2011 12:59:12 +1000 PBS FM presents: Soul-A-Go-Go Event Dates Saturday, 9th Apr 2011 Event Overview . PBS 106.7FM’s Soul A Go Go is extending its Southside holiday, with another round set to take off at Red Bennies on Saturday 9th April. . Melbourne’s premier funk and soul night will feature Vince Peach, Garry Seven, Andrew Young and Manchild, plus the return of the special vaudeville performances. Wooooooo! . The last one was a corker, so get in early to get in, like. . . Check out pbsfm.org.au for details. . Soul A Go Go on the Southside, Saturday April 9th, Red Bennies. . Proudly presented by PBS. . IKKO . With a career spanning from TV Aerobics instructor in Japan... http://redbennies.com/events/399 http://redbennies.com/events/399 Wed, 2 Mar 2011 12:42:35 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 26th Mar 2011 Event Overview . Red Bennies South Side Show is Melbourne’s Saturday night home for outlandish vaudeville and rambunctious dance floor antics. Hosted by MC Knave Knixx, each week we are joined by local and international guests performing aerial antics, circus, cabaret, dance and much more. BILLIE & JESSICA. This incredible duo aerial act is one not to be missed. Billie and Jessica are beautiful to watch, as they weave their bendy bodies around themselves and their aerial ring. Their sexy strength and sassy precence is truly a feast for your eyes. JESS WARD . Jessica has had a love for dance since... http://redbennies.com/events/south-side-show-presents-purim-party-2011 http://redbennies.com/events/south-side-show-presents-purim-party-2011 Wed, 2 Mar 2011 12:04:33 +1000 South Side Show presents: Purim Party 2011 Event Dates Saturday, 19th Mar 2011 Event Overview Red Bennies South Side Show is Melbourne’s Saturday night home for outlandish vaudeville and rambunctious dance floor antics. Hosted by MC Knave Knixx, each week we are joined by local and international guests performing aerial antics, circus, cabaret, dance and much more. . DANIEL POWER. Daniel started performing at a young age, competing for his local dance studio as an acrobat and contortionist in regional dance festivals. In 2003 he completed a Bachelor of Circus Arts from Australia’s. National Institute of Circus Arts (NICA). While performing at corporate events Daniel... http://redbennies.com/events/397 http://redbennies.com/events/397 Wed, 2 Mar 2011 11:03:07 +1000 Sapphira's Showgirls Event Dates Sunday, 10th Apr 2011 Event Overview . Join acclaimed burlesque artist and teacher, Sapphira along with a stunning array of Burlesque Bombshell graduates from Sapphira’s Showgirl Academy as they present their term finale showcase. Sapphira’s Showgirls may be amateur performers but they know how to razzle dazzle. See a range of props,costumes and ‘tease’ techniques as these Bombshells perform group class routines, solo debut performances plus much more! . Enjoy a night of comedy, thrills, spills and sing-a-long with Sapphira, a showgirl who has sung up storm across Australia and also around the world in... http://redbennies.com/events/la-lucha-glamourosa http://redbennies.com/events/la-lucha-glamourosa Mon, 28 Feb 2011 14:56:52 +1000 La Lucha Glamourosa Event Dates Friday, 1st Apr 2011 Event Overview . Back by popular demand, the all-girl, all-grit all-Mexican freestyle wrestling event is back for another exciting series! We pit burly-Q queens against the grindhouse girls, hula hoopists against the high-flying trapeze artists, the sultry preciosas against the down right dirty! Watch as real-live lucha libre ladies battle it out in a real-live wrestling ring! Who will win? Who will be demasked? Who will be sent home crying into their wrestling mask? And can the referees even control these masked marauders?! . The event will feature wrestling burlesque starlets, go go dancers, masked... http://redbennies.com/events/the-jitterbug-club http://redbennies.com/events/the-jitterbug-club Mon, 28 Feb 2011 14:03:12 +1000 The Jitterbug Club Event Dates Saturday, 2nd Apr 2011 Event Overview The Jitterbug Club is,. A Bastard contemporary Harlem jazz club. Plenty of Hoochie and Loads more coochie. It creeps out like a shadow, Jumps and Jives like New York 1933,. and then it wails like nothin' you ever heard before. This ain't nostalgia folks, its sophisticated pandemonium. ... http://redbennies.com/events/the-carnival-a-circus-opera http://redbennies.com/events/the-carnival-a-circus-opera Thu, 24 Feb 2011 13:33:34 +1000 The Carnival: A Circus Opera Event Dates Friday, 20th May 2011 Event Overview *Please note: This event is standing room only. Limited seating is availble via direct booking with venue over the phone.. Direct from London’s West End and trailing rave reviews from across the globe, 26-year-old Australian composer and producer Chloé Charody’s hit circus-opera ‘The Carnival’ opens in Melbourne on May 6 this year. . Every Friday evening in May, Red Bennies, Melbourne will play host to this wild operatic circus where the audience is swept up in a wild carnival of contortion, classical virtuosity, fire & mayhem with the extraordinary... http://redbennies.com/events/the-magic-hatstand-amp-circa-nocturna-pre-party http://redbennies.com/events/the-magic-hatstand-amp-circa-nocturna-pre-party Wed, 16 Feb 2011 14:06:32 +1000 The Magic Hatstand & Circa Nocturna Pre-Party! Event Dates Friday, 11th Mar 2011 Event Overview Bored of the crash bang wallop of normality? Are your nights out exciting you as much as the drone of chronic tinnitus? Time for a change from the four-to-the-floor onslaught of generic clubbing? Well, this next Magic Hatstand is a royal variety show of Burlesque, eclectic DJ’s, fancy head dress and dwarf juggling!(subject to availability). We can’t guarantee a rebate in all those brain cells you’ve burned listening to dance music and F1 white noise, but we can provide you with an opportunity to let your hair down and enter our circus-like oasis above the pomp and prance of... http://redbennies.com/events/the-rapskallion-extravaganza-show http://redbennies.com/events/the-rapskallion-extravaganza-show Wed, 16 Feb 2011 13:37:58 +1000 The Rapskallion Extravaganza Show! Event Dates Friday, 25th Mar 2011 Event Overview . Fresh from European touring escapades and a summer tour in oz, Rapskallion return to Red Bennies, to present their own inimitable brand of wild junk yard blues, take me tango’s, rambunctious punk rock polka’s and old world romance, all dressed in exquisite hobo finery. Mixing not one but two accordions, crooning vocals, howlin violin, and the guts of a double bass, we intend to push out our proverbial glamour ship, into seas unexplored, to regions dazzling in their rollicking rock n' roll goodness, we plan waltzing until the dance floors become awash with the combined,... http://redbennies.com/events/tv-dinner-david-lynch-special-part-two http://redbennies.com/events/tv-dinner-david-lynch-special-part-two Wed, 16 Feb 2011 13:00:45 +1000 TV DINNER: David Lynch Special [Part Two] Event Dates Sunday, 6th Mar 2011 Event Overview Reconsider those gold class tickets and head down to Red Bennies Sunday TV Dinner for a cocktail and our $8 Pizza and Drink Special. This Sunday we continue our journey into the depths of the filmic mastermind that is David Lynch, with:. WILD AT HEART. Year: 1990. Nicholas Cage at his finest! Young lovers Sailor and Lula take off for New Orleans following Sailor's release from prison, with Lula's hysterical mother, a weary detective and a sinister hitman after them. During their journey, Lula and Sailor relate the events of their lives to date, while encountering a typical gallery of... http://redbennies.com/events/tv-dinner-david-lynch-special-part-one http://redbennies.com/events/tv-dinner-david-lynch-special-part-one Tue, 15 Feb 2011 12:10:14 +1000 TV Dinner: David Lynch Special [Part One] Event Dates Sunday, 20th Feb 2011 Event Overview . Reconsider those gold class tickets and head down to Red Bennies Sunday TV Dinner for a cocktail and our $8 Pizza and Drink Special. This Sunday is the first in our David Lynch film retrospective which we're kicking off with the acclaimed movie:. "The Straight Story". Year: 1999. Cast: Richard Farnsworth, Harry Dean Stanton, Sissy Spacek. Directed By: David Lynch . A surprisingly sweet true story from the generally eccentric Lynch. Septugenarian Alvin Straight (Farnsworth), who lives in Iowa, is determined to visit his ailing, estranged brother Lyle (Stanton) even though he can no longer... http://redbennies.com/events/mystery-muff http://redbennies.com/events/mystery-muff Mon, 14 Feb 2011 10:54:00 +1000 MYSTERY MUFF Event Dates Sunday, 27th Feb 2011 Event Overview The Melbourne Underground Film Festival presents:. MYSTERY MUFF. Freedom of Speech Charity Fundraiser. Screenning: ??? The film for now is being kept secret. But we have this to say: it is an Australian Premiere, it is an amazing new piece of cinema, it is connected to Bruce LaBruce and our recent censorship crisis at the Melbourne Underground Film Festival and is spot on material for this event. All proceeds will go towards paying the LA Zombie screening fine and to support MUFF in defending and raising important issues of censorship in Australia and overseas. . A sneak peek at one of the... http://redbennies.com/events/shimmy-shake---march-edition http://redbennies.com/events/shimmy-shake---march-edition Fri, 11 Feb 2011 15:23:05 +1000 Shimmy Shake - March Edition Event Dates Friday, 4th Mar 2011 Event Overview . Co-producers Dolores Daiquiri and Sapphira of The HUGELY successful 'Australian Burlesque Festival' have joined forces to bring you the fabulous monthly night of Burly-Q at Red Bennies called 'Shimmy Shake'!! . Both producers have a keen eye for producing high quality shows with an emphasis on glamour, elite performance and star quality, so with that said Shimmy Shake is set to take Melbourne by storm. . Look out for:. SASSY CHORUS LINE SHOWGIRLS. OPULENT CLASSIC TEASE. MELBOURNE'S BURLESQUE ELITE. SULTRY SHOWTUNES. OLD WORLD GLAMOUR. THIS MONTH'S SPECIAL GUESTS! DANIEL OLDAKER. A... http://redbennies.com/events/381 http://redbennies.com/events/381 Fri, 11 Feb 2011 15:10:16 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 12th Mar 2011 Event Overview Red Bennies South Side Show is Melbourne’s Saturday night home for outlandish vaudeville and rambunctious dance floor antics. Hosted by MC Knave Knixx, each week we are joined by local and international guests performing aerial antics, circus, cabaret, dance and much more. . HANNAH CRYLE. Hannah Cryle, has been performing in circuses for over a decade. She began as a founding member of Brisbane's Flipside Circus at age 9 and recently graduated from the National Institute of Circus Arts (Melbourne) with a Bachelors Degree in Circus Arts. Her training has spanned a broad range of... http://redbennies.com/events/an-evening-with-shirley-bassey http://redbennies.com/events/an-evening-with-shirley-bassey Fri, 11 Feb 2011 11:53:08 +1000 An Evening with Shirley Bassey Event Dates Thursday, 31st Mar 2011 Event Overview . Imagine Shirley Bassey live at Red Bennies! . The hype, the glamour, the glitz and a full Orchestra!! Well, you’ll have to keep imagining. This dame’s got a keyboard and is from the wrong side of Dubrovnik. If you like Shirley Bassey, you’ll love Shirley Basić! With some snazzy sound . effects, a sparkling dress and that belting voice, you’ll think you were seeing the real thing. Well…..almost! . Sing along, have a drink and a laugh and do a good deed at the same time. (Part proceeds go towards breast cancer . research). So hey big spenders, come and see... http://redbennies.com/events/soul-a-go-go-summer-southside-special- http://redbennies.com/events/soul-a-go-go-summer-southside-special- Thu, 10 Feb 2011 12:39:23 +1000 Soul-A-Go-Go Summer Southside Special Event Dates Saturday, 5th Mar 2011 Event Overview . PBS 106.7FM presents. . It’s back baby... PBS 106.7FM’s Soul-A-Go-Go is having a Summer Southside Special on Saturday March 5th at Red Bennies. . Catch the regular Soul-A-Go-Go crew dishing up funk and soul... . Miss Goldie, Pierre Baroni, Richie 1250, Vince Peach and Rampage, plus special circus & dance performances. . This is the first Soul-A-Go-Go for 2011, and the trip across the river is a one off. . No pre sales - tickets only at the door - so get in early coz it’ll sell out. . With performances from... . LILIKOI KAOS. With Australia’s leading... http://redbennies.com/events/tv-dinner-the-tura-satana-special http://redbennies.com/events/tv-dinner-the-tura-satana-special Mon, 7 Feb 2011 15:46:41 +1000 TV DINNER: The Tura Satana Special Event Dates Sunday, 13th Feb 2011 Event Overview . "You're all shook up, aren't you, baby?". Join us this Sunday, as Red Bennies pays tribute to Queen of the supervixens, TURA SATANA. Known for her seductive and often violent characters, Tura is considered to be one of the best cast femme fatales of all time. TV Dinner proudly presents Satana in two of her most infamous film roles.... Tired of the same old stale, bland movies? Have an appetite for a classic dish or some spicy sploitation? Is you sweet tooth aching for a tasteful after dinner arthouse mint, or comedy cheese? .... http://redbennies.com/events/374 http://redbennies.com/events/374 Fri, 4 Feb 2011 11:24:07 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 26th Feb 2011 Event Overview BILLIE WILSON-COFFEY. Billie started out in a youth circus before she moved to Melbourne to further her circus career. Specialising in many acts, Billie’s stand out performances are on the aerials where she interweaves and bends herself in theair in a mesmerizing way. Her strength and dynamic movements contrast beautifully with her elegance to produce an unmissable act. . IKKO. With a career spanning from TV Aerobics instructor in Japan through to. Yoga, Fitness instructor and trapeze artist the would over, Ikko has. firmly planted herself as one of Melbourne’s premier emerging... http://redbennies.com/events/summerginge-11 http://redbennies.com/events/summerginge-11 Wed, 2 Feb 2011 15:41:26 +1000 SummerGinge '11 Event Dates Saturday, 26th Feb 2011 Event Overview . SummerGinge ’11 presented by R.A.N.G.A. The annual event where red heads get together to raise money for their red haired cousins, the Orangutans. If you don't have red hair you need to dye your hair red/orange or wear a red/orange wig to get in. The event includes a charity auction, professional dance performances, DJ, prizes and more. Arrive early. It's a 5pm start with the charity auction commencing at 6:30pm. Summer Ginge '11 Nothing rhymes with orange! http://redbennies.com/events/south-side-show http://redbennies.com/events/south-side-show Wed, 2 Feb 2011 14:54:25 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 19th Feb 2011 Event Overview . ANNA LUMB. Anna Lumb is a Melbourne based artist and performer specializing in Acrobatics/Adagio, Trapeze, Hula hoops and Fire. Formerly trained in gymnastics and dance she has over six years performance experience including working with world renown Strange Fruit (aerial pole act) and touring and performing in Europe, America, Canada, UK, Middle East, Africa, Hong Kong and Australia. Anna is known for her diverse skill range and unique performance combinations, drawing on her extensive background to create innovative and lively shows. . LEILISHA. National Champion rhythmic gymnast and Nica... http://redbennies.com/events/circus-flood-aid http://redbennies.com/events/circus-flood-aid Tue, 1 Feb 2011 13:09:06 +1000 Circus Flood Aid Event Dates Saturday, 12th Feb 2011 Event Overview . The Australia Circus & Physical Theatre Association (ACAPTA) presents:. . A killer line up of local circus talent. Check. . A surprise Melbourne band that people can’t help but dance to. Check. . Helping out those affected by the QLD floods, check. . . Okay, we’ve got a pretty exceptional show. . Well what are you waiting for? . . You need, simply must, make your way down to Circus Flood Aid at Red Bennies on Saturday 12 February from 7.30pm till late. The finest local circus and carnie folk, plus an extraordinary Melbourne band (we can’t say who, but they... http://redbennies.com/events/from-dusk-till-dawn http://redbennies.com/events/from-dusk-till-dawn Wed, 26 Jan 2011 12:49:27 +1000 FROM DUSK TILL DAWN Event Dates Friday, 25th Feb 2011 Event Overview . “If you try to run, I've got six little friends and they can all run faster than you can.”. After dark, Red Bennies becomes a little bar in the back of Mexico, where the girls are deadly and the snakebites are deadlier! An evening of mamasita go-go, fuel-injected joy rides, rattle shake mayhem, and shoot ‘em up dance floor standoffs. Prepare yourself for motorcycles, reptiles, blood & TEQUILA! And at midnight… get ready for the coffins to rock n’ roll. . Featuring…. FRANKIE VALENTINE … & The Blackbird Chain Gang. MISS NIC … & The... http://redbennies.com/events/b-amp-b-shuffle http://redbennies.com/events/b-amp-b-shuffle Tue, 25 Jan 2011 11:08:51 +1000 B & B Shuffle! Event Dates Friday, 28th Jan 2011 Event Overview Red Bennies proudly premieres an evening of world class burlesque! Fusing the allure of Burlesque with jazz, swing, blues and boogie, this night of beautiful mayhem will blow your minds and your feet! With feature performances from:. Scarlett. Scarlett, a Melbourne based Burlesque performer, arrives. through the untouchable and regal world of Classical Ballet –. a captivating combination for audiences who seek a thrill in the beauty of dance and the tease of burlesque. Scarlett combines a love of performing, theatrics and costume to engage audiences in dance and tease at its best.... http://redbennies.com/events/burlesque-flood-relief-benefit http://redbennies.com/events/burlesque-flood-relief-benefit Fri, 21 Jan 2011 16:26:01 +1000 Burlesque Flood Relief Benefit Event Dates Thursday, 27th Jan 2011 Event Overview Artists Unite!. Why have only one charity event when you can have one HUGE simultaneous night of frivolity and fun...for a good cause? . Burlesque Bar (Fitzroy), Red Bennies (South Yarra) and The Wrong Crowd (Geelong) are set to host a BURLESQUE & CABARET EXTRAVAGANZA that will steal your hearts and set your pulses racing! . Join us on Thursday the 27th of January, 2011 at any one of these venues and help our Victorian Burlesque and Cabaret artists bare all to raise funds for Flood Relief. We're aiming to raise a minimum of $20,000...with raffles,. silent auctions, donations and the... http://redbennies.com/events/tv-dinner---classic-college-film-double-header http://redbennies.com/events/tv-dinner---classic-college-film-double-header Tue, 18 Jan 2011 21:12:59 +1000 TV Dinner - Classic College Film Double Header Event Dates Sunday, 6th Feb 2011 Event Overview Tired of the same old stale, bland movies? . Have an appetite for a classic dish or some spicy sploitation? Is you sweet tooth aching for a tastefull after dinner arthouse mint, or comedy cheese? . Well look no further then Red Bennie’s own TV DINNER! Every week we will be serving up your favourite classics and rare film, alongside a plate of wholesome roast TV Dinner and a free drink. *Meat and Vegetarian Options . Entry is free! $10 = Free TV Dinner and Free Drink (Pot, Wine & Champagne). THIS SUNDAY’S FEATURE DOUBLE HEADER . Classic College Madness with:. NATIONAL LAMPOONS:... http://redbennies.com/events/grab-my-junk- http://redbennies.com/events/grab-my-junk- Wed, 12 Jan 2011 10:07:26 +1000 Grab My Junk Event Dates Thursday, 24th Feb 2011 Event Overview . It's a gameshow... and a burlesque show... in one! . In February 2011, acclaimed burlesque & vaudeville producers, The Bijou Group (producers of The Burlesque Ball, Miss Burlesque Australia, The Ruby Revue) will be bringing out America's most touching gameshow to Australia for two gigantic launch shows, featuring producer and US host JONNY PORKIE (recently named New York's "Best Naked Impresario" by New York Press, and star of int...ernationally renowned Pinchbottom Burlesque), special guest USA performer, author of The Burlesque Handbook and Headmistress of the New York School of... http://redbennies.com/events/bampb-shuffle http://redbennies.com/events/bampb-shuffle Tue, 11 Jan 2011 15:01:16 +1000 B&B Shuffle Event Dates Friday, 14th Jan 2011 Event Overview National Rhythmic Gymnastics Medalist, Skopalova performs innovative shows combining Rhythmic Gymnastics, Dance & Contortion. From the stage to corporate events and fashion shows, Skopalova will amaze your audiences with her flexibility, skill and charm! . Some Event Highlights:. Appearances with Trumpet Events. http://www.trumpetevents.com/showreel-video. UDIA 2010- Sydney Convention Centre. The Edelstein Wedding (Urban CirQue)- Crown Paladium 2009. http://www.trumpetevents.com/edelsten-wedding. A Night in the Dark, Telstra Dome.... http://redbennies.com/events/schnitz-n-tits- http://redbennies.com/events/schnitz-n-tits- Tue, 11 Jan 2011 12:53:45 +1000 Schnitz n Tits Event Dates Sunday, 23rd Jan 2011 Event Overview Back to Event ListingsTasty dinners and tasteful titillation. . Quite possibly the best night out in Melbourne for a feed and some flirty fun, Schnitz n Tits was an institution for years on the St Kilda scene. Now Schnitz n Tits is back, revamped and revived. . Schnitz n Tits is a great night for you and your mates: fried food served by foxy frauleins. What could be better? . Delicious chicken or veal, served with a sly hint of cheek and a slow reveal. . We’re so “now” we’ll even cater for vegetarians – a vego Schnitz still comes with plenty of bite and... http://redbennies.com/events/355 http://redbennies.com/events/355 Tue, 11 Jan 2011 10:24:00 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 5th Feb 2011 Event Overview . DANIEL POWER. Daniel started performing at a young age, competing for his local dance studio as an acrobat and contortionist in regional dance festivals. In 2003 he completed a Bachelor of Circus Arts from Australia’s National Institute of Circus Arts (NICA). While performing at corporate events Daniel was chosen by Cirque Du Soleil for the Las Vegas performance of “KA”. Returning to Australia in 2007 Daniel has maintained a high profile coaching at NICA, as well as performing harness work at corporate productions for companies such as Amway and ... http://redbennies.com/events/12-cocktails-and-free-entry-all-night- http://redbennies.com/events/12-cocktails-and-free-entry-all-night- Thu, 6 Jan 2011 13:58:09 +1000 $12 cocktails and free entry all night Event Dates Friday, 7th Jan 2011 Event Overview This Friday 7 January our performers take a well earned break and the Red Bennies limelight moves to our resident artists behind the bar – featuring a cavalcade of $12 Cocktails ALL NIGHT! http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-1st-birthday http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-1st-birthday Thu, 6 Jan 2011 10:52:29 +1000 Red Bennies 1st Birthday Event Dates Saturday, 29th Jan 2011 Event Overview National Rhythmic Gymnastics Medalist, Skopalova performs innovative shows combining Rhythmic Gymnastics, Dance & Contortion. From the stage to corporate events and fashion shows, Skopalova will amaze your audiences with her flexibility, skill and charm! . Some Event Highlights:. Appearances with Trumpet Events. http://www.trumpetevents.com/showreel-video. UDIA 2010- Sydney Convention Centre. The Edelstein Wedding (Urban CirQue)- Crown Paladium 2009. http://www.trumpetevents.com/edelsten-wedding. A Night in the Dark, Telstra Dome.... http://redbennies.com/events/south-side-show---special-limbo-night- http://redbennies.com/events/south-side-show---special-limbo-night- Thu, 6 Jan 2011 10:21:40 +1000 South Side Show - Special LIMBO night Event Dates Saturday, 22nd Jan 2011 Event Overview Red Bennies South Side Show is Melbourne’s Saturday night home for outlandish vaudeville and rambunctious dance floor antics. Hosted by MC Knave Knixx, each week we are joined by local and international guests performing aerial antics, circus, cabaret, dance and much more. . Anna Lumb. Anna Lumb is a Melbourne based artist and performer specializing in. Acrobatics/Adagio, Trapeze, Hula hoops and Fire. Formerly trained in gymnastics and dance she has over six years performance experience including working with world renown Strange Fruit (aerial pole act) and touring and... http://redbennies.com/events/351 http://redbennies.com/events/351 Wed, 29 Dec 2010 13:40:25 +1000 The Black Cabaret Event Dates Friday, 18th Feb 2011 Event Overview Melbourne’s top 2 theatrical rock bands come together with the “crème de la sang” of horror burlesque performers and Sydney's infamous voodoo daddy Juke Baritone for a dark cabaret that will make you sizzle, shimmy and scream! Featuring bands Juke Baritone & The Swamp Dogs, The Scarlets, and Rouge Fonce, and Burlesque beauties Miss Nic, Vesper White, Lux St Sin and Kerryx, this is a night not to be missed! Juke Baritone & The Swamp Dogs. Juke Baritone and The Swamp Dogs underscore life with their bent mix of music, theatre and cabaret that's shaken and... http://redbennies.com/events/the-black-cabaret- http://redbennies.com/events/the-black-cabaret- Wed, 29 Dec 2010 13:39:36 +1000 The Black Cabaret Event Dates Event Overview No content available. http://redbennies.com/events/constantina-and-the-bushettes- http://redbennies.com/events/constantina-and-the-bushettes- Wed, 29 Dec 2010 13:19:49 +1000 Constantina and the Bushettes Event Dates Thursday, 27th Jan 2011 Friday, 28th Jan 2011 Saturday, 29th Jan 2011 Event Overview . Let this deadly Indigenous trio take you on a unique romp of comedy, romance and theatre. This subversive, Myall performer will charm you with her stories and songs that follow her move from a dusty cattle station in the outback to the bright lights of the city to pursue her dream of becoming a showgirl. Delivered with the unique bush-style camp and outrageous wit that has propelled Constantina to become Aboriginal Australia's best loved darling diva. Don't miss Constantina's return to Melbourne – especially for Midsumma – after her successful national festival circuit. .... http://redbennies.com/events/346 http://redbennies.com/events/346 Tue, 28 Dec 2010 13:35:56 +1000 Shimmy Shake Event Dates Friday, 4th Feb 2011 Event Overview . THE PERFORMERS. SAPPHIRA. Sapphira is an international teacher and performer of belly dancing and burlesque. She is an artist who pushes boundaries and championed the union of the belly dance and burlesque communities in Britain, despite strong opposition from conservative circles. Sapphira is a well known face on the international circuit. She has performed under the desert stars at the renowned Burning Man Festival in Nevada, been interviewed on radio in San Francisco for her show & Shimmy Shake UK was filmed for the Belly Dancing MobiDiaries on... http://redbennies.com/events/midsumma-rocky-horror-wrap-party-at-red-bennies- http://redbennies.com/events/midsumma-rocky-horror-wrap-party-at-red-bennies- Tue, 28 Dec 2010 12:44:07 +1000 Midsumma Rocky Horror Wrap Party at Red Bennies Event Dates Friday, 11th Feb 2011 Event Overview . Get ready Melbourne... Hop on to your audio-vibratory physiomolecular transport devices and head to Red Bennies this February, as we kiss the Midsumma festival goodbye with a tantalising, tantric, transexual tidbit of madness and mayhem! The Rocky Horror Wrap Party is sure to get you feet stomping... this is an event not to be missed! Kitsch up your duds, put on your ballerina formal, we're gonna do the Time Warp! Damnit Janet...why would you be anywhere else? Red Bennies, Melbourne’s home of Circus, Cabaret, Vaudeville and Burlesque plays host to the Midsumma Festival wrap party... http://redbennies.com/events/doll-squad- http://redbennies.com/events/doll-squad- Tue, 28 Dec 2010 12:21:40 +1000 Doll Squad Event Dates Friday, 21st Jan 2011 Event Overview SIMPLY listening to Melbourne based outfit DollSquad won’t give you a complete picture of the unique offerings of the six-piece all-girl rock band. The ‘grrl rock’ group are often clad in leather cat suits with beehive hairdos and attitudes to match. It’s been four years between drinks for DollSquad. In that time the band has acquired four new members and a rawer rock sound on their second album Lethal in Leather. Cave Gurl has a punk edge, growling vocals and sets a fast pace for the rest of the album. The high energy album slows down on the final ... http://redbennies.com/events/south-side-show---featuring-circus-trick-tease http://redbennies.com/events/south-side-show---featuring-circus-trick-tease Tue, 28 Dec 2010 11:12:34 +1000 South Side Show - featuring Circus Trick Tease Event Dates Saturday, 15th Jan 2011 Event Overview . Circus Trick Tease. Trick Tease Circus is a raunchy, raucous & entertaining collection of misfits including a maladjusted strongman, his neurotic female compatriot & their international star. Together, they play out their chaotic roles in dazzling displays of acrobatics, precarious balances & gratuitous headstands. Wash your stale popcorn down with warm soft drink & watch as this tight-knit unit comes undone and backstage antics erupt into recrimination & full blown fisticuffs. The only thing that holds them together is the understanding that the show... http://redbennies.com/events/342 http://redbennies.com/events/342 Tue, 28 Dec 2010 10:55:35 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 8th Jan 2011 Event Overview Daniel Oldaker . Daniel Oldaker was born in Ballarat, Victoria, Australia, and now lives in Melbourne. At present he spends 4 months of each year touring to Europe, Asia and North America, performing his highly innovative one-man physical comedy shows, and participating in theatre workshops with world class practitioners. Daniel began performing professionally at the age of 18 as part of a double act, and that same year the pair achieved first prize on ‘Red Faces’, Australia’s premier TV variety show. Daniel then spent two years perfecting his abundant physical skills at... http://redbennies.com/events/dollsquad http://redbennies.com/events/dollsquad Fri, 24 Dec 2010 14:24:22 +1000 DollSquad Event Dates Friday, 22nd Jan 2010 Event Overview Back to Event ListingsDoll Squad. SIMPLY listening to Melbourne based outfit DollSquad won’t give you a complete picture of the unique offerings of the six-piece all-girl rock band. The ‘grrl rock’ group are often clad in leather cat suits with beehive hairdos and attitudes to match. It’s been four years between drinks for DollSquad. In that time the band has acquired four new members and a rawer rock sound on their second album Lethal in Leather. Cave Gurl has a punk edge, growling vocals and sets a fast pace for the rest of the album. The high energy... http://redbennies.com/events/burlesque-classes-with-sapphira- http://redbennies.com/events/burlesque-classes-with-sapphira- Fri, 17 Dec 2010 10:53:39 +1000 Burlesque Classes with Sapphira Event Dates Monday, 17th Jan 2011 Monday, 24th Jan 2011 Monday, 31st Jan 2011 Monday, 21st Feb 2011 Monday, 28th Feb 2011 Monday, 7th Mar 2011 Monday, 14th Mar 2011 Monday, 21st Mar 2011 Monday, 28th Mar 2011 Monday, 4th Apr 2011 Event Overview Learn the Art of Burlesque with Red Bennies resident showgirl & internationally acclaimed teacher, Sapphira. “Sapphira makes me feel anything is possible with a feather boa!” Nevenka, Glen Iris. “My self-esteem has returned, the showgirl within has come out.” Veronique, Elwood. This course takes you through and easy method to unleash your inner showgirl & unlock creative self-expression through costume, movement, pin-up poses and all the while having lots of fun! Sapphira’s well-developed teaching method enables this course to cater for beginners and more... http://redbennies.com/events/carnival-of-souls- http://redbennies.com/events/carnival-of-souls- Tue, 14 Dec 2010 13:30:28 +1000 Carnival of Souls Event Dates Sunday, 26th Dec 2010 Event Overview The Mama of the Burlesque Underground, Madame Natalia, presents an evening of darkness and debauchery that will steal your hearts…and souls! Long before the midnight hour, the feast of flesh begins, a wickedly venomous journey into the dark side of burlesque and it’s hidden jewels. Grotesque, frightening, erotic, and all consuming…enter the opium den of desire and leave your inhibitions at the door. The wicked and wanton little delights in store will leave you on your knees and begging for release…or weeping in surrender. http://redbennies.com/events/merry-chrismukkah http://redbennies.com/events/merry-chrismukkah Thu, 9 Dec 2010 13:16:18 +1000 Merry Chrismukkah Event Dates Friday, 24th Dec 2010 Event Overview . Oi Oi Ho! Tis the season to get jolly well roasted at the Red Bennies – Merry Chrismukkah party! A portion of all ticket sales go to the Magen David Adom – Fire Emergency Appeal. So be a good menche, a happy elf and help support the cause by getting down to the sound of some of Melbourne’s premier Jewish musicians and DJs alongside a a buffet of Kosher Cabaret acts! We will also be offering $5 Bellini's for JAPS all night ! Featuring:. Good Morning Blues. Sababa. Bending Rodriquez. Hi-Jinx. & DJ Prequel. Tickets available online or through your local Chrismukkah... http://redbennies.com/events/schnitz-n-titsmas http://redbennies.com/events/schnitz-n-titsmas Thu, 9 Dec 2010 11:13:21 +1000 Schnitz n Titsmas Event Dates Thursday, 23rd Dec 2010 Event Overview Tasty dinners and tasteful titillation. . Quite possibly the best night out in Melbourne for a feed and some flirty fun, Schnitz n Tits was an institution for years on the St Kilda scene. Now Schnitz n Tits is back, revamped and revived. . Schnitz n Tits is a great night for you and your mates: fried food served by foxy frauleins. What could be better? . Delicious chicken or veal, served with a sly hint of cheek and a slow reveal. . We’re so “now” we’ll even cater for vegetarians – a vego Schnitz still comes with plenty of bite and delight..! . What to... http://redbennies.com/events/335 http://redbennies.com/events/335 Wed, 8 Dec 2010 09:58:51 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 16th Jan 2010 Event Overview South Side ShowCircus Trick Tease. Trick Tease Circus is a raunchy, raucous & entertaining collection of misfits including a maladjusted strongman, his neurotic female compatriot & their international star. Together, they play out their chaotic roles in dazzling displays of acrobatics, precarious balances & gratuitous headstands. Wash your stale popcorn down with warm soft drink & watch as this tight-knit unit comes undone and backstage antics erupt into recrimination & full blown fisticuffs. The only thing that holds them together is the understanding... http://redbennies.com/events/334 http://redbennies.com/events/334 Tue, 7 Dec 2010 13:14:46 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 18th Dec 2010 Event Overview Circus Trick Tease. Trick Tease Circus is a raunchy, raucous & entertaining collection of misfits including a maladjusted strongman, his neurotic female compatriot & their international star. Together, they play out their chaotic roles in dazzling displays of acrobatics, precarious balances & gratuitous headstands. Wash your stale popcorn down with warm soft drink & watch as this tight-knit unit comes undone and backstage antics erupt into recrimination & full blown fisticuffs. The only thing that holds them together is the understanding that the show must always... http://redbennies.com/events/comic-strip-3 http://redbennies.com/events/comic-strip-3 Wed, 1 Dec 2010 11:27:58 +1000 Comic Strip #3 Event Dates Friday, 17th Dec 2010 Event Overview Step right up folks! Comic Strip is a night of Stand Up and Strip Tease featuring the best comedians and Burlesque Artists of the Fringe Festival. Previous guests include Celia Pacqoula, Hannah Gadsby, Dave Callan, Greg Fleet and The Bedroom Philosopher.. Comic Strip is inspired by the 50’s burlesque clubs of Lenny Bruce’s time. Originally these ‘joints’ were places where censorship laws did not exist and comedians were free to say anything they wanted without the risk of incarceration. This Friday the 17th of December we will be having our last show of 2010, the... http://redbennies.com/events/bampb-shuffle---frankie-wants-out- http://redbennies.com/events/bampb-shuffle---frankie-wants-out- Tue, 23 Nov 2010 09:21:40 +1000 B&B Shuffle - Frankie Wants Out Event Dates Friday, 17th Dec 2010 Event Overview FRANKIE WANTS OUT - Melbourne's Gangster Swing Band . You enter the room and a wall of sound and heat hits you. Limbs are flying as the band sizzle underneath a cooking solo. That unmistakable sound washes over you and you forget the rest of the week even happened. The band is Frankie Wants Out, that unmistakable sound is SWING, and it’s been making audiences jump from Fitzroy to St. Kilda and shows no signs of letting up. . . Hailing from all over their beloved Melbourne the boy’s from Frankie Wants Out (FWO) got together a little over a year ago to play through some... http://redbennies.com/events/the-late-strawberry-shake http://redbennies.com/events/the-late-strawberry-shake Mon, 22 Nov 2010 13:56:06 +1000 The Late Strawberry Shake Event Dates Friday, 10th Dec 2010 Event Overview Cirlesque Enterprises presents...... The Late Strawberry Shake! A late night, naughty desert addition to Strawberry Sundays…. Melbourne’s only Food Themed Burlesque Event! Friday 10th of December 2010 at Red Bennies. The Strawberry Siren serves up a 3 course Burlesque Buffet of Melbourne’s Sauciest Burlesque Performers, featuring Anna Pocket Rocket, Lilikoi Kaos and Peachey Dream (Miss Burlesque Melbourne!) Don’t forget your late night appetites for this one!..... http://redbennies.com/events/comic-strip-2 http://redbennies.com/events/comic-strip-2 Fri, 12 Nov 2010 12:32:44 +1000 Comic Strip #2 Event Dates Wednesday, 24th Nov 2010 Event Overview Step right up folks! Comic Strip is a night of Stand Up and Strip Tease featuring some of Melbourne’s best Stand ups and Burlesque artistes. Previous guests include Celia Pacqoula, Hannah Gadsby, Dave Callan, Greg Fleet and The Bedroom Philosopher. Comic Strip is inspired by the old 50’s burlesque clubs of Lenny Bruce’s time. Originally these ‘joints’ were places where censorship laws did not exist and comedians were free to say anything they wanted without the risk of incarceration. It’s a night of belly laughs and nipple tassels, a night of punch lines... http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-new-years-eve----dionysia http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-new-years-eve----dionysia Thu, 11 Nov 2010 14:43:45 +1000 Red Bennies New Years Eve - DIONYSIA Event Dates Friday, 31st Dec 2010 Event Overview . . Awake in a realm of pleasure and excess, a world between worlds, a tangled paradise betwixt the land of dreams and the forest of illusion. In this garden of abandon, the king of passion and intoxication rules (for are they not one in the same?). Nymphs frolic, satyrs dance, and above all, lust speaks freely. . . A New Year's Eve theatrical extravaganza of siren songs, immersive tableaux, sly vaudeville and evolved burlesque! . Allow yourself to tread the youthful path, to join the dance of frenzy, to be engulfed by the twisted world of night and be guided back by the mysteries of... http://redbennies.com/events/circus-cabaret- http://redbennies.com/events/circus-cabaret- Thu, 11 Nov 2010 11:26:55 +1000 Circus Cabaret Event Dates Thursday, 18th Nov 2010 Event Overview Simon Wright. Simon Wright (yep that right not wrong). He is our class clown and we think about expelling him and actually sending him to clown college or China to get beat with a bamboo pole. He specializes in unicycle, ladder with bowl kicking and juggling on the side. He is also learning risley and looks forward to kicking a girls ass everyday! Simon is doing his school boy diablo act. . Jing-Yun Wong and Ikko Tanikawa. Jing-Yun Wong and Ikuko Tanikawa both train at NICA and have performed together in hip hop and aerials. They also recently performed at the 2010 Melbourne Fringe... http://redbennies.com/events/320 http://redbennies.com/events/320 Thu, 11 Nov 2010 09:15:56 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 4th Dec 2010 Event Overview Back to Event ListingsChelsea Wilson is Melbournes newest soul vocalist. . . With roots firmly planted in Rhythm and Blues, Chelsea grew up surrounded by. the sounds of John Lee Hooker, Muddy Waters, and Koko Taylor, courtesy of . her Dads record collection. But it was falling in love with jazz and particularly. the great ladies of voice such as Sarah Vaughn and Billie Holiday that really . inspired Chelsea to begin performing. . Awarded the Arts Victoria Victoria Rocks Recording grant, Chelsea launched . her debut EP in October 2010. Inspired by true stories of love and pain, the EP .... http://redbennies.com/events/high-voltage-rock-school- http://redbennies.com/events/high-voltage-rock-school- Wed, 10 Nov 2010 11:03:11 +1000 High Voltage Rock School Event Dates Tuesday, 30th Nov 2010 Event Overview . http://redbennies.com/events/lucy-fisher- http://redbennies.com/events/lucy-fisher- Wed, 10 Nov 2010 10:24:26 +1000 Lucy Fisher Event Dates Wednesday, 15th Dec 2010 Event Overview Hailing from WA, edgy singer/songwriter and gutsy violinist, Lucy Fisher is on the front line of the next generation of original artists out of WA. As the head of her band, she displays the full force of her talents and the wealth of her experience as a virtuosic violinist, accomplished songwriter, and engaging vocalist. Her musical travels have taken her from a classical and jazz background in her home city of Perth, to the neo-African groove scene of the West Indies, to the buzzing rock vibes of Melbourne and many places in-between. With a six piece band comprising of some of Melbournes... http://redbennies.com/events/316 http://redbennies.com/events/316 Mon, 8 Nov 2010 14:14:42 +1000 Untitled Event Event Dates Monday, 8th Nov 2010 Event Overview No content available. http://redbennies.com/events/315 http://redbennies.com/events/315 Mon, 8 Nov 2010 12:53:49 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 11th Dec 2010 Event Overview . MEL FYE & EMMA J HAWKINS. Following on from their success in CircusOz, Mel Fyfe, strongwoman and Emma J Hawkins, triple threat performer have become the latest odd couple….Little and Large….with vaudevillian style threads, and delightful repartee these modern day clowns will keep you entertained with extraordinary feats, circus tricks and toe tapping dancin'. Come and try them on for size... . . "Inspired by the gentlemen jugglers of bygone eras, vaudeville and the old fashioned values of elegance and manners, Miss Ellaneous will surprise and inspire you with her... http://redbennies.com/events/burlesque-course-at-red-bennies- http://redbennies.com/events/burlesque-course-at-red-bennies- Fri, 5 Nov 2010 11:34:29 +1000 Burlesque Course at Red Bennies Event Dates Monday, 15th Nov 2010 Monday, 22nd Nov 2010 Monday, 29th Nov 2010 Monday, 6th Dec 2010 Event Overview Want to learn the art of burlesque with an international showgirl?. 4 WEEK COURSE - $115. Burlesque comes from theatre and comedy, it's a great form of self-expression and empowerment! . * Learn to Pose Like a Pin Up. * Master The Art of Tease. * Perfect removing a glove. * Work with fun props, including a feather boa. * Master the showgirl strut. * Perform in the student showcase at Red Bennies on Saturday the 11th of December. To book your place, please put a special sparkle in your voice and contact Sapphira :). 0404 477 548 miss_sapphira@yahoo.com. Sapphira x. http://redbennies.com/events/310 http://redbennies.com/events/310 Wed, 3 Nov 2010 12:25:57 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 20th Nov 2010 Event Overview . Ruby Rubber Legs:. Ruby is a circus/caberet/sideshow/street performer,mostly driven by whatever makes me laugh, the strange, and the unbelievable. Her greatest passion is dancing and creating with people I truly respect... Ruby Rubberlegs specialises in the art of contortion, bending, twisting and folding her body into extreme positions , through mirrors, hoops, her own limbs., and into a minute , see-thru box of impossible proportions. Must be be seen to be believed . Oliver Smith-Wellnitz joined The Flying Fruit Fly Circus in 2007, and spent three years there training and... http://redbennies.com/events/bampb-shuffle-presents-madame-natalias-femmes-fatale http://redbennies.com/events/bampb-shuffle-presents-madame-natalias-femmes-fatale Wed, 3 Nov 2010 10:44:06 +1000 B&B Shuffle presents: Madame Natalia's Femmes Fatale Event Dates Friday, 12th Nov 2010 Event Overview Hold on to your hearts boys and girls, they're likely to be stolen…or extracted from your chests by blood-red fingernails! The Black Widow of the Burlesque Underground, Madame Natalia, heads an all-star lineup including Foxtrot India, Scarlett and Miss Nic for a night of sultry sirens, lustful Lolitas and a touch of kink and daring with 'Madame Natalia's Femmes Fatale.' You won't find any dainty divas or shimmer-clad Sandra Dee's here…and you might just find yourself drawn up onstage to become part of the fun. Come join the depravity on the Red Bennies stage…if you dare!... http://redbennies.com/events/308 http://redbennies.com/events/308 Wed, 3 Nov 2010 09:40:58 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 13th Nov 2010 Event Overview Kali Retallack. Kali is and an eloquent and experienced physical performer specializing in Lyra (spinning hoop), tissue, hulla hoops and dance. Kali has been performing since the age of 10, and became a member of the Flying Fruit Fly circus circus at 14, where her love of circus began. . Kali trained in dance at the Dance Factory in 2007 to add to her versatility and circus acts and has since been freelance performing around Australia in corporate and community events. Kali was selected to work with CIRCA and performed in their art end show ‘Chroma’ and also... http://redbennies.com/events/roundtrip-oaks-day-extravaganza- http://redbennies.com/events/roundtrip-oaks-day-extravaganza- Fri, 29 Oct 2010 13:57:39 +1000 Roundtrip Oaks Day Extravaganza Event Dates Thursday, 4th Nov 2010 Event Overview . The Red Bennies Roadtrip rolls into town next Thursday night . . Picking up all passengers from 4:30pm onwards near the Flemington Racecourse backgate - car park on corner of Fisher Parade & Leonard Crescent next to the main train station. First in best dressed... . Disc jockeys spinning on the night : . Oooh-ee, Spin-fx , EmillionzZz, Daniel Tardrew , Oliver James, Jacob Malmo & Doc Mustard . $10 entry on list with free drink on arrival. . $4 pizzas, $3.50 pots, $5 basics, champagne & wine, $8 cocktails. . Dress to impress ! . Send all guestlist enquiries / hate mail to... http://redbennies.com/events/bootleg http://redbennies.com/events/bootleg Thu, 28 Oct 2010 14:49:08 +1000 Bootleg Event Dates Friday, 26th Nov 2010 Event Overview . Jim Beam Bootleg Announces National Launch. . . With its beginnings in Melbourne and a reputation for delivering buzz bands on their way up, Bootleg is expanding its reach, thanks to the support of Jim Beam, to ensure more aspiring artists get noticed. They're sure to serve up one hell of a party in the process! . Since its inception in 2005, Bootleg has been an integral part of the Australian live music scene, showcasing talented Aussie acts such as: The Temper Trap, Youth Group, The Midnight Juggernauts, Operator Please, Wolf & CUB, Die Die Die, The Morning After Girls, Little... http://redbennies.com/events/303 http://redbennies.com/events/303 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 10:49:42 +1000 Comic Strip Event Dates Wednesday, 10th Nov 2010 Event Overview . Step right up folks! Comic Strip is a night of Stand Up and Strip Tease featuring some of Melbourne’s best Stand ups and Burlesque artistes. Previous guests include Celia Pacqoula (age critics choice award 2009) and The Bedroom Philosopher (JJJ Hot 100 and Directors choice award winner 2009). Comic Strip is inspired by the old 50’s burlesque clubs of Lenny Bruce’s time. Originally these ‘joints’ were places where censorship laws did not exist and comedians were free to say anything they wanted without the risk of incarceration. It’s a night of belly... http://redbennies.com/events/santa-esque-at-shimmy-shake http://redbennies.com/events/santa-esque-at-shimmy-shake Tue, 26 Oct 2010 13:10:24 +1000 Santa-esque at Shimmy Shake! Event Dates Friday, 3rd Dec 2010 Event Overview 'Santa-esque at Shimmy Shake'! Do you like to celebrate christmas or the holiday season with a touch of naughtiness and tease? Well if so why not spend a delicious burlesque evening at Shimmy Shake with our sassy and ever glamorous Santa's helpers!! . Book now to see our fabulous burlesque gals, special guests and resident Jazz, Blues and Swing band jingle away the night with our own special Santa acts just for you!! This Shimmy Shake will certainly be one not to miss so book soon as we don't want you to miss out on 'Santa-esque!! . Christmas attire encouraged as well as single or group... http://redbennies.com/events/manhattan-iii---cup-eve- http://redbennies.com/events/manhattan-iii---cup-eve- Tue, 26 Oct 2010 08:54:21 +1000 Manhattan III - Cup Eve Event Dates Monday, 1st Nov 2010 Event Overview Welcome to Manhattan III. The third instalment of this special annual following. The last event was hosted exclusively at Platform One and was a capacity event before midnight. This year promises to be bigger and better than the first. . Definitely not a night to miss!. http://redbennies.com/events/diner-of-the-dead- http://redbennies.com/events/diner-of-the-dead- Tue, 19 Oct 2010 11:25:58 +1000 Diner of the Dead Event Dates Friday, 19th Nov 2010 Event Overview . We feel it would be unkind to present this production with out just a word of friendly warning. The evening will unfold to reveal such unnatural depravities as not to be imagined. It deals with the great mysteries of creation, life, death and resurrection. We think it will thrill you, it may shock you, it might even horrify you! So if any of you feel you do not care to subject your nerves to such a strain... well we warned you. . The Feast of Fashion and Flesh will feature... Burlesque performances not for the faint hearted by, the shocking, the controversial, the unnaturally beautiful;.... http://redbennies.com/events/kooii-album-launch- http://redbennies.com/events/kooii-album-launch- Mon, 18 Oct 2010 12:35:17 +1000 Kooii Album Launch Event Dates Sunday, 24th Oct 2010 Event Overview . Kooii's music has a timeless quality that is instantly familiar, resonating with people of all ages. Their sound weaves through the city, hills and ocean. The group comprises of a main vocalist/trumpeter Peter Hunt, two guitarists Lachlan Mitchell and Conan Griffiths, bassist Tom Hinchliffe and drummer Charles Wall. Peter provides the seeds of the songs that the group helps to grow. Together their open-hearted feel, compelling groove and improvisation engage and bring joy to their audience. They began 2010 with a tour of reggae-loving New Zealand where their unique Australian brand of... http://redbennies.com/events/297 http://redbennies.com/events/297 Thu, 14 Oct 2010 09:27:11 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 6th Nov 2010 Event Overview Billie Wilson-Coffey. Billie moved from Mullumbimby to Melbourne to spread her wings and continue her circus career.. While fiercely wrapping and tossing in the air, her sleek styles bending and interweaving through the strands of silk is mesmerizing. Billie's radiant stage presence is unmissable.. 3 Feet of Beat. This fresh and talented cast matches a funky, class leading percussionist with 2 of Australia's most recognized tap dance professionals. With infectious energy and an over-riding sense of fun, 3 Feet of Beat offer a unique . performance of toe-tapping excitement and plenty... http://redbennies.com/events/296 http://redbennies.com/events/296 Wed, 13 Oct 2010 15:43:19 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 23rd Oct 2010 Event Overview ZOE ROBBINS. Zoe Robbins can juggle burning fire sticks, colourful barrels, translucent Chinese umbrellas and fringed blankets. Choreographed to stylish sound tracks and only requiring simple but subtle lighting, the performer provides her own props, needs little or no technical assistance and is able to set up in literally minutes. The act can be designed to last 5, 7 or 10 minutes. It can be easily repeated on the same day. This act will dazzle, amaze and thrill audiences of all ages and will enhance and make special events, of all kinds. Zoe Robbins foot juggling is timeless,... http://redbennies.com/events/the-ray-mann-three http://redbennies.com/events/the-ray-mann-three Mon, 4 Oct 2010 20:37:20 +1000 The Ray Mann Three Event Dates Thursday, 7th Oct 2010 Friday, 8th Oct 2010 Saturday, 9th Oct 2010 Sunday, 10th Oct 2010 Event Overview RAY MANN: MULTIMEDIA SHOWS. Direct from touring Australia with Rev Al Green and Tori Amos, The Ray Mann Three are set to perform their only Melbourne shows for 2010 at Red Bennies, as part of this year's Melbourne Fringe Festival. . The Ray Mann: Multimedia Show is a unique live music experience, which combines the dynamic and intimate live soul music of The Ray Mann Three with projected animations designed by frontman/visual artist Ray Mann. The series of shows takes place over 4 nights at Red Bennies. . These are the first and only Melbourne shows for the Sydney band since 2009's sold-out... http://redbennies.com/events/briefs---all-male-circus http://redbennies.com/events/briefs---all-male-circus Mon, 4 Oct 2010 20:17:17 +1000 Briefs - all male circus Event Dates Thursday, 7th Oct 2010 Friday, 8th Oct 2010 Saturday, 9th Oct 2010 Sunday, 10th Oct 2010 Event Overview Briefs slams together a beef-caked & camped-up front line of Brisbane’s finest performers & mischief makers in a circus infused variety show for the not so faint hearted. A rag-tag team of skillful buccaneers in an evening of wicked humour, gob smacking physicality, absurdity, piss take and blatant displays of flesh. The Briefs ensemble will blast onto the Melbourne block for the first time with a twisted Fringe Club nite not to be missed. The club nite titled the BRIEFS SHINDIG will be a sumptuous taste tester for there cabaret season at RED BENNIES running from the 30th Sept... http://redbennies.com/events/288 http://redbennies.com/events/288 Thu, 30 Sep 2010 16:54:56 +1000 Untitled Event Event Dates Thursday, 30th Sep 2010 Event Overview No content available. http://redbennies.com/events/the-heist-family-christmas-a-horror-cabaret-and-masquerade- http://redbennies.com/events/the-heist-family-christmas-a-horror-cabaret-and-masquerade- Mon, 27 Sep 2010 18:07:38 +1000 The Heist Family Christmas: A Horror Cabaret and Masquerade Event Dates Saturday, 13th Nov 2010 Event Overview Presents by Heist Productions:. Because one Halloween is never enough, Red Bennies goes grimm for a night of ghastly and gruesome cabaret entertainment! Featuring the very best in circus, song, and sketch, this masquerade party brings together the living, dead, . and undecided for an evening of ghoulish fun you’ll never forget! . . So don ye now your grim apparel, brush off your funerary best, or festoon yourself as your most frightening fairytale, and let our gang of ghastly goblins scare you senseless. Because in the afterlife, dancing and door-prizes are just . the beginning... . ... http://redbennies.com/events/277 http://redbennies.com/events/277 Thu, 23 Sep 2010 15:44:29 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 16th Oct 2010 Event Overview RANDA & THE SOUL KINGDOM. Randa & The Soul Kingdom have landed back in Australia after spending the last few months taking Europe by storm on their international tour thanks to their signing with Freestyle Records in London. Randa from Randa & The Soul Kingdom will be giving us a taste of her worldwide release album in the form of Live PA singing with DJ Mike Gurrieri Oct 16th at Red Bennies. . With The Bamboos producer Lance Ferguson at the controls, the resulting album absolutely bristles with edgy, gritty funk and soul. From the up tempo opener 'Feel It In Your Soul' right... http://redbennies.com/events/strawberry-sundays http://redbennies.com/events/strawberry-sundays Wed, 22 Sep 2010 13:13:12 +1000 Strawberry Sundays Event Dates Sunday, 14th Nov 2010 Event Overview . Cirlesque Enterprises presents...... Strawberry Sundays! . Launching on Sunday 14th of November 2010 at Red Bennies! Melbourne’s only Food Themed Burlesque Event! . The Strawberry Siren serves up a 3 course Burlesque Buffet of Melbourne’s Sauciest Burlesque Performers, with help from her resident condiments… Miss Poppy Cherry and Honey B. Goode! . Your Hostess with the mostest will be 'Princess of Sideshow'... Lilikoi Kaos! With Knave Knixx serving up a Bevy of awesome Beats! . Don’t forget your appetites for this one!..... as the special guest for the evening will... http://redbennies.com/events/bampb-shuffle-presents-freak-show-carnival---feat-deja http://redbennies.com/events/bampb-shuffle-presents-freak-show-carnival---feat-deja Thu, 16 Sep 2010 12:59:58 +1000 B&B Shuffle presents: Freak Show Carnival - feat DEJA Event Dates Friday, 22nd Oct 2010 Event Overview Come one, come all to the Freakshow Carnivale that will provoke your wildest thoughts and arouse your desires. A show that is intended to push your buttons and take you to the edge, you will leave hungry for more. Freakshow Carnivale is a cocktail party that embraces counterculture, eccentricity and nonconformism. Feature entertainment will include captivating performances from our local and international burlesque performers, a theatrical aerial circus act from NICA, contortion, sideshow freaks, roving deviants, bearded ladies and other vaudeville talents. Brace yourself for a night to... http://redbennies.com/events/danielle-spencer---8220calling-all-magicians8221 http://redbennies.com/events/danielle-spencer---8220calling-all-magicians8221 Thu, 16 Sep 2010 11:20:39 +1000 Danielle Spencer - “Calling All Magicians” Event Dates Thursday, 14th Oct 2010 Event Overview Song writing is at the core of Danielle Spencer’s new album “Calling All Magicians”. Thirteen stories of observations and experiences, precariously balanced between dark and light. Although there have been a number of facets to her career and profile, Danielle Spencer’s musical career was undeniably destined from an early age. The daughter of Don Spencer – a respected musician and renowned TV presenter in Britain and Australia – Danielle first started to sing and learn the piano from her father at the age of four years old. This natural talent was parlayed... http://redbennies.com/events/bampb-shuffle-presents-burlesque---a-retrospective http://redbennies.com/events/bampb-shuffle-presents-burlesque---a-retrospective Wed, 15 Sep 2010 18:30:04 +1000 B&B Shuffle presents: 'Burlesque - A Retrospective' Event Dates Friday, 29th Oct 2010 Event Overview Featuring some of Australian Burlesque's brightest stars, 'Burlesque - A Retrospective', is sure to become a cult favourite. Starring burning fixtures of the Burlesque stage, from some of Australia's most famous burlesque names, to rising stars you will soon know and love, 'Burlesque - A Retrospective' is a must have for any Burlesque enthusiast, or just the curious! . To celebrate the launch of 'Burlesque - A Retrospective', Samantha Diamond and Angela McConnell present an event you won't want to miss... Featuring perfromances from many of the books stars, including a final farewell... http://redbennies.com/events/264 http://redbennies.com/events/264 Tue, 14 Sep 2010 12:59:54 +1000 South Side Show - Fringe Late Show Event Dates Saturday, 9th Oct 2010 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and burlesque divas. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee hours... http://redbennies.com/events/262 http://redbennies.com/events/262 Tue, 14 Sep 2010 12:42:09 +1000 South Side Show - Fringe Late Show Event Dates Saturday, 2nd Oct 2010 Event Overview TONIGHTS GUEST PERFORMERS:. Briefs Encore Aerial & Stage performances! . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and burlesque divas. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s... http://redbennies.com/events/south-side-show---fringe-late-show http://redbennies.com/events/south-side-show---fringe-late-show Tue, 14 Sep 2010 11:54:10 +1000 South Side Show - Fringe Late Show Event Dates Saturday, 25th Sep 2010 Event Overview . Since launching early 2010 the ‘South Side Show’ has quickly become Melbourne’s undisputed weekly home of vaudeville, circus and cabaret. . On stage, dance floor or hanging from the ceiling, every Saturday night this lush art deco inspired venue comes to life with the crème of local and international guest performers alongside a rambunctious crowd comprised of circus kids, carney folk and burlesque divas. . With a reputation as a world class cocktail bar as well as one of the city’s most alternative club nights, the South Side Show parties till the wee hours... http://redbennies.com/events/south-side-show-presents-gorlesque-2---encore http://redbennies.com/events/south-side-show-presents-gorlesque-2---encore Thu, 9 Sep 2010 14:39:00 +1000 South Side Show presents: GORLESQUE 2 - Encore! Event Dates Saturday, 30th Oct 2010 Event Overview . Due to an overwhelming demand for tickets, a second and definitely final show will be staged for Halloween 2010. Can't keep a good zombie down! . The Gorelesque crew are proud to present yet another evening of dark burlesque, horror-riety and gore-a-go-go for your voyeuristic pleasure! Featuring firm crowd favourites from the first show, and an array of fresh meat show treats for those wanting more! . Plus! . ...A brand new film from the Gorelesque studios, installations and surprises by our resident Gorehound Girls, a special late-night horror show for the truly twisted, and the world's... http://redbennies.com/events/south-side-show-presents--a4-circus-fringe-preview- http://redbennies.com/events/south-side-show-presents--a4-circus-fringe-preview- Mon, 6 Sep 2010 12:44:18 +1000 South Side Show presents : A4 Circus Fringe Preview Event Dates Saturday, 18th Sep 2010 Event Overview Love is a fire. But whether it is going to warm your heart or burn down your house, you can never tell. Acrobatics, contortion, hula hoops, adagio and risley combine with the classical art of Chinese foot-juggling in A4 Circus Ensemble's show DownPour'. . . Inspired by a Dostoevsky short story DownPour explores new love, lost love and everything in-between. . Ever been in love? Ever been in love with the wrong person? Four characters stir from a sleep. A sleep disturbed by sounds of threatening weather. The stage is set and we learn - who loves who and who doesn't. . DownPour is... http://redbennies.com/events/bampb-shuffle---fringe-late-show http://redbennies.com/events/bampb-shuffle---fringe-late-show Wed, 1 Sep 2010 17:49:35 +1000 B&B Shuffle - Fringe Late Show Event Dates Friday, 24th Sep 2010 Event Overview Following Harry Angus Jazz tribute night Red Bennies rocks into the wee hours with B&B Shuffle. . This weeks guest burlesque performer (and one of our all time favourites) Gypsy Wood will take to the stage upon returning from her interntaiional tour where she has wowed audiences world wide. GYPSY WOOD - “The new Queen of kink”- Time Out Sydney. A graduate of the Victorian College of Arts Gypsy started her dance career in Australia, however was propelled into the performance underworld and found a life more chaotically bohemian and interesting. From jumping out of giant cakes... http://redbennies.com/events/ginger-amp-tonic http://redbennies.com/events/ginger-amp-tonic Mon, 30 Aug 2010 13:50:17 +1000 Ginger & Tonic Event Dates Thursday, 16th Sep 2010 Event Overview Australia's Ginger and Tonic is a female a cappella group specialising in fun and original arrangements of well-known pop songs. Emma, Jane, Sarah and Sheona give everyone from Beyonce to Dolly Parton the G&T treatment, with melody, harmony and percussion all delivered via the vocal cords. Prepare yourself for a night of pop music like you've never heard it before - Ginger and Tonic serve up a cappella with a twist. . Ginger and Tonic made their performance debut this year at the national a cappella competition "Singfest" on the Gold Coast, where they placed 2nd. Since then the group has... http://redbennies.com/events/the-benge-group-present--twisted-broadway- http://redbennies.com/events/the-benge-group-present--twisted-broadway- Tue, 24 Aug 2010 16:26:08 +1000 The Benge Group present : Twisted Broadway Event Dates Monday, 1st Nov 2010 Event Overview . Twisted Broadway features Australia's premiere music theatre performers singing songs originally written for the opposite gender. Based on New York's Broadway Backwards, this hilarious and moving cabaret presents a dynamic spin on contemporary and classic music theatre numbers. Twisted Broadway will raise money for research and developmental programs for people living with HIV/AIDS. At a time when music theatre is enjoying overwhelming success in Australia, Twisted Broadway celebrates this growing community while giving to a cause by which so many are affected. http://redbennies.com/events/kitty-rocks-kinky-amp-frankie-wants-out http://redbennies.com/events/kitty-rocks-kinky-amp-frankie-wants-out Tue, 24 Aug 2010 16:07:29 +1000 Kitty Rock's KINKY & Frankie Wants Out Event Dates Friday, 17th Sep 2010 Event Overview . The Bad Ladies is on of Melbourne’s premiere alternative agency for women who have a diverse range of skills and talents from dance, music, modelling, acting, burlesque and more! Ellisha. Ellisha AKA “Little Miss Ruby Q” Started as a Latin dancer from Sydney Australia. As she travelled the world performing and getting involved in dance workshops, The Art Culture & Theatre of Burlesque caught her eye. She then had an idea to incorporate Latin, Jazz and Funk into a very Glamorous Sexy and edgy burlesque show. Lux St Sin. With a whisper of danger from cherry red lips... http://redbennies.com/events/the-cairo-club-orchestra- http://redbennies.com/events/the-cairo-club-orchestra- Tue, 24 Aug 2010 15:06:36 +1000 The Cairo Club Orchestra Event Dates Sunday, 19th Sep 2010 Event Overview The Cairo Club Orchestra is a Vintage Dance Orchestra based in Melbourne, Australia, comprising Ten Specialist Musicians Dedicated to the Faithful interpretation of the Hot And Sweet sounds of the 1920's, 30's and 40's. These Talented Boy's have sifted through archives, braved dusty garages and traded scores with Venerable Music Collectors in Australia and around the World, to locate the best in early Jazz, Blues, Swing, Talking Picture Hit's and Novelty Music. When the Original Published Music cannot be obtained Quickly, some of the guys just go ahead and Transcribe scores from original... http://redbennies.com/events/talk-live---stand-up-comedy http://redbennies.com/events/talk-live---stand-up-comedy Fri, 20 Aug 2010 10:59:28 +1000 Talk Live - Stand up Comedy Event Dates Tuesday, 31st Aug 2010 Event Overview . http://redbennies.com/events/237 http://redbennies.com/events/237 Wed, 18 Aug 2010 14:11:42 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 11th Sep 2010 Event Overview . Alex Mizzen. Alex has wowed audiences throughout Australia and around the globe, she is an exceptional dancer and an incredible handstand artist. She fuses these skills together to create an airial act like no other. She twists and weaves herself through a suspended chair high above the crowd, creating beautiful shapes and images. This is an act not to be missed.. . Chris Morant. Christopher Morant, was born in Melbourne 1976, and grew up in the Eastern suburbs of Melbourne. At the age of 18 he learnt to control his emotions through Chinese Martial arts which gave him the foundations of... http://redbennies.com/events/south-side-show- http://redbennies.com/events/south-side-show- Tue, 17 Aug 2010 13:22:33 +1000 South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 4th Sep 2010 Event Overview . . LILIKOI KAOS. Lilikoi Kaos is an original and contemporary circus performer who grew up travelling the world with her circus family. Drawing on inspiration from all corners of the globe, her performing style both unique and skilful.. Lilikoi was integral in the creation of Circus Trick, Australia´s first youth run circus. The group won Best Circus Show´ and Best Family Show´ awards in Melb Fringe 06 under her direction. She has also created well known Opposable Thumbs in 2007 and recently formed Parasouls, an all female circus show which received rave reviews in Theatre... http://redbennies.com/events/the-tiger-amp-me-with-the-nymphs- http://redbennies.com/events/the-tiger-amp-me-with-the-nymphs- Mon, 16 Aug 2010 17:25:43 +1000 The Tiger & Me with the Nymphs Event Dates Friday, 8th Oct 2010 Event Overview . An evening of cabaret-themed music featuring gypsy/pop sextet The Tiger and Me and female vocal quartet The Nymphs. The Tiger and Me create indie-pop music as seen through the looking glass of European folk songs. Three lead vocalists lead a troupe of multi-instrumentalists from gentle folk melodies through to riotous frenzied waltzes, with a wink and a nod to the old cabaret den and speakeasy tradition. . In April 2010 they launched their debut album to a sell-out crowd at The Toff in Town, and excellent reviews of the album have followed. . . They are promoting their album with a... http://redbennies.com/events/a4-circus-ensemble-presents-downpour http://redbennies.com/events/a4-circus-ensemble-presents-downpour Mon, 16 Aug 2010 17:01:34 +1000 A4 Circus Ensemble presents DownPour Event Dates Thursday, 30th Sep 2010 Friday, 1st Oct 2010 Saturday, 2nd Oct 2010 Wednesday, 6th Oct 2010 Thursday, 23rd Sep 2010 Friday, 24th Sep 2010 Saturday, 25th Sep 2010 Sunday, 26th Sep 2010 Event Overview Love is a fire. But whether it is going to warm your heart or burn down your house, you can never tell. Acrobatics, contortion, hula hoops, adagio and risley combine with the classical art of Chinese foot-juggling in A4 Circus Ensemble's show DownPour'. . . Inspired by a Dostoevsky short story DownPour explores new love, lost love and everything in-between. . Ever been in love? Ever been in love with the wrong person? Four characters stir from a sleep. A sleep disturbed by sounds of threatening weather. The stage is set and we learn - who loves who and who doesn't. . DownPour is fresh... http://redbennies.com/events/xix http://redbennies.com/events/xix Fri, 13 Aug 2010 12:47:55 +1000 XIX Event Dates Sunday, 12th Sep 2010 Event Overview The Hanged Man Team present. XIX. An afternoon of flesh suspension (not for the faint hearted). Do you have an interest in knowing what the human body can achieve? If so come along and witness people suspending from 4mm thick hooks. If you want to know more check out. www.hangedmanteam.com <http://www.hangedmanteam.com>. http://redbennies.com/events/huw-joseph http://redbennies.com/events/huw-joseph Fri, 13 Aug 2010 11:05:56 +1000 Huw Joseph Event Dates Saturday, 25th Sep 2010 Sunday, 26th Sep 2010 Event Overview . Huw Joseph is a Melbourne based rock comedy singer songwriter. In the last two years he has performed throughout Victoria, Tasmania, the United Kingdom and Amsterdam. He also performed at the 50th anniversary 2010 Adelaide Fringe. . His band (The Huw Joseph Experience) is a headline in its own right, and has been busy touring in 2010. . . Huw will be performing two very intimate, acoustic solo sets, written specifically for his Melbourne Fringe audience. Joined by close friend and colleague Ross Cornfield (DJ/Producer Lil Rossco) on sampler and effects, Huw promises to take you on a... http://redbennies.com/events/227 http://redbennies.com/events/227 Fri, 13 Aug 2010 10:41:39 +1000 EXPOSE Event Dates Sunday, 26th Sep 2010 Event Overview . . RED BENNIES presents EXPOSE. Expose features Australia’s premier up and coming circus, cabaret and burlesque performers. . A regular event at Red Bennies, Expose enables emerging performance artists to perform to a full house at one of Australia’s premier venues, and provides a platform for exposure to the countries top talent scouts and producers. . A select group of applicants from prestigious performing arts schools such as the National Institute of Circus Arts (NICA) and the Victoria College of the Arts (VCA) are chosen to take part in the events hosted by guest... http://redbennies.com/events/harry-james-angus-band http://redbennies.com/events/harry-james-angus-band Mon, 2 Aug 2010 16:07:58 +1000 Harry James Angus Band Event Dates Thursday, 23rd Sep 2010 Friday, 24th Sep 2010 Event Overview . IT'S BEEN A LONG, LONG, TIME... . THE HARRY JAMES ANGUS BAND. On the day he was born, Harry James Angus was given a toy plastic trumpet by his grandfather. The card said, "may he be a Harry James". Dad was a bugler in the Navy, and Harry James was the most popular trumpet player in the world in 1945. And it has been a long time, since a trumpet melody could climb to the top of the charts, since a pop song could bring a tear to your eye, and a smile to your heart... sounds cheesy? Well, that's nostalgia, baby. Harry James' version of the song "It's Been A Long, Long, Time" became a major hit... http://redbennies.com/events/221 http://redbennies.com/events/221 Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:23:07 +1000 Sapphira's Showgirls Event Dates Saturday, 11th Dec 2010 Event Overview Sapphira's ShowgirlsSee Sapphira's Showgirls, a student showcase of recent graduates from Sapphira's BECOME A BURLESQUE BOMBSHELL courses. Curious about learning burlesque? Sapphira is an international singer, burlesque showgirl and teacher who is inspired by teaching women how to embrace their bodies and learn all the tips and tricks to become burlesque dancers. The students showcase features beginners and improvers from Sapphira's courses taught in Elwood, Glen Iris, Seaford and Fitzroy plus a dazzling cabaret performance from Sapphira herself and another featured professional... http://redbennies.com/events/bampb-shuffle-presents-shimmy-shake http://redbennies.com/events/bampb-shuffle-presents-shimmy-shake Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:32:12 +1000 B&B Shuffle presents: Shimmy Shake Event Dates Friday, 5th Nov 2010 Event Overview Back to Event ListingsShimmy ShakeCo-producers of the Australian Burlesque Festival Dolores Daiquiri and Sapphira present ‘Shimmy Shake’! Bringing you Melbourne’s Burlesque elite this monthly event features sassy chorus line showgirls and opulent classic tease performed to a decadent Jazz, Blues & Swing Band 'The Shuffle Club' which is showcased with an emphasis on glamour and sophistication. Indulge your senses with our resident artists and special guests whose desire is to leave you gasping for more. . THE PERFORMERS. SAPPHIRA. Sapphira is an international teacher... http://redbennies.com/events/bampb-shuffle-presentsshimmy-shake-amp-the-shuffle-club http://redbennies.com/events/bampb-shuffle-presentsshimmy-shake-amp-the-shuffle-club Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:26:46 +1000 B&B Shuffle presents:Shimmy Shake & The Shuffle Club Event Dates Friday, 1st Oct 2010 Event Overview Back to Event ListingsShimmy Shake. Co-producers of the Australian Burlesque Festival Dolores Daiquiri and Sapphira present ‘Shimmy Shake’! Bringing you Melbourne’s Burlesque elite this monthly event features sassy chorus line showgirls and opulent classic tease performed to a decadent New Orleans Jazz Band which is showcased with an emphasis on glamour and sophistication. Indulge your senses with our resident artists and special guests whose desire is to leave you gasping for more. . THE PERFORMERS. SAPPHIRA. Sapphira is an international teacher and... http://redbennies.com/events/212 http://redbennies.com/events/212 Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:04:09 +1000 SHIMMY SHAKE Event Dates Friday, 10th Sep 2010 Event Overview Shimmy ShakeCo-producers of the Australian Burlesque Festival Dolores Daiquiri and Sapphira present ‘Shimmy Shake’! Bringing you Melbourne’s Burlesque elite this monthly event features sassy chorus line showgirls and opulent classic tease performed to a decadent New Orleans Jazz Band which is showcased with an emphasis on glamour and sophistication. Indulge your senses with our resident artists and special guests whose desire is to leave you gasping for more. . THE PERFORMERS. THIS MONTHS SPECIAL GUESTS. LOLA THE VAMP. . The world-famous Lola The Vamp is... http://redbennies.com/events/bampb-shuffle- http://redbennies.com/events/bampb-shuffle- Tue, 27 Jul 2010 11:58:06 +1000 B&B Shuffle Event Dates Friday, 30th Jul 2010 Event Overview . SCARLETT . Meet Scarlett, a Melbourne based Burlesque performer who arrives through the untouchable and regal world of Classical Ballet. Scarlett combines a love of performing, theatrics and costume to engage audiences in dance and tease at its best. Performances are heavily influenced by music that inspires and movement that enraptures. . Miss Strawberry Siren. Miss Strawberry Siren has been dazzling audiences both in Australia and overseas with her brand of Burlesque tease, for the last 4 years. No stranger to the stage, Miss Strawberry... http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-burlesque http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-burlesque Mon, 26 Jul 2010 14:33:29 +1000 Red Bennies Burlesque Event Dates Monday, 26th Jul 2010 Event Overview . . Miss Strawberry Siren. Miss Strawberry Siren has been dazzling audiences both in Australia and overseas with her brand of Burlesque tease, for the last 4 years. No stranger to the stage, Miss Strawberry has been performing since the tender age of 12 (yes.... that’s 16 years under lights!) Miss Strawberry draws on her extensive background in Circus, Theatre and Dance to provide a fresh and fancy take on Burlesque that she likes to call Cirlesque! Miss Strawberry has performed for many high quality events and companies including the Fringe Festival, Red Door Burlesque, Kiss or Kill... http://redbennies.com/events/bent-8216o8217-box- http://redbennies.com/events/bent-8216o8217-box- Fri, 23 Jul 2010 10:41:10 +1000 Bent ‘O’ Box Event Dates Sunday, 3rd Oct 2010 Event Overview . “Queer & Quirky Events” Presents:. Bent ‘O’ Box – ‘Tasty Morsels of Queer Delights’. . Dress - Avant-garde (Optional). Come and enjoy some of Sydney and Melbourne’s finest and most hilariously bent comedians and performers as they come together to present a ‘one night only’ variety evening of sheer ‘side splitting’ delight! Enjoy the elegance of Red Bennies 1920’s décor as you sip on a cocktail or three, take in the Avant Garde costumes, mingle amongst friends - new and old - and sit back and prepare... http://redbennies.com/events/shimmy-shake- http://redbennies.com/events/shimmy-shake- Thu, 22 Jul 2010 10:22:56 +1000 SHIMMY SHAKE Event Dates Friday, 6th Aug 2010 Event Overview Shimmy ShakeCo-producers of the Australian Burlesque Festival Dolores Daiquiri and Sapphira present ‘Shimmy Shake’! Bringing you Melbourne’s Burlesque elite this monthly event features sassy chorus line showgirls and opulent classic tease performed to a decadent New Orleans Jazz Band which is showcased with an emphasis on glamour and sophistication. Indulge your senses with our resident artists and special guests whose desire is to leave you gasping for more. THE PERFORMERS. SAPPHIRA. Sapphira is an international teacher and performer of belly dancing and burlesque.... http://redbennies.com/events/doll-squad http://redbennies.com/events/doll-squad Wed, 21 Jul 2010 10:31:14 +1000 Doll Squad Event Dates Friday, 3rd Sep 2010 Event Overview . SIMPLY listening to Melbourne based outfit DollSquad won’t give you a complete picture of the unique offerings of the six-piece all-girl rock band. The ‘grrl rock’ group are often clad in leather cat suits with beehive hairdos and attitudes to match. It’s been four years between drinks for DollSquad. In that time the band has acquired four new members and a rawer rock sound on their second album Lethal in Leather. Cave Gurl has a punk edge, growling vocals and sets a fast pace for the rest of the album. The high energy album slows down on the final track... http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-south-side-show- http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-south-side-show- Thu, 15 Jul 2010 15:39:36 +1000 RB's South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 28th Aug 2010 Event Overview feat: Lilikoi / Ikko / Mel Fye & Emma J Hawkins . LILIKOI KAOS. Lilikoi Kaos is an original and contemporary circus performer who grew up travelling the world with her circus family. Drawing on inspiration from all corners of the globe, her performing style both unique and skilful.. Lilikoi was integral in the creation of Circus Trick, Australia´s first youth run circus. The group won Best Circus Show´ and Best Family Show´ awards in Melb Fringe 06 under her direction. She has also created well known Opposable Thumbs in 2007 and recently formed Parasouls, an all... http://redbennies.com/events/204 http://redbennies.com/events/204 Thu, 15 Jul 2010 13:37:46 +1000 RB's South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 21st Aug 2010 Event Overview . Andrea Makris(Belly Dance). Andrea Makris, Director of Underbelly Dance, has been studying, performing and teaching Belly dance in far flung corners of the world for over a decade, including Cairo, Toronto, Dublin, Kas (Turkey) and pretty much in every city in Australia. From intimate crowds of 30000 at Fed Square to raucous soirees of 8, this girl's shimmies, isolations and chutzpah have been known to mesmerise, stun and delight. . . . . . . . Candle Contortion dance.. This exotic contortion act mesmerises audiences as they are drawn in by... http://redbennies.com/events/203 http://redbennies.com/events/203 Thu, 15 Jul 2010 13:21:57 +1000 RB's South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 14th Aug 2010 Event Overview . ZOE ROBBINS. Zoe Robbins can juggle burning fire sticks, colourful barrels, translucent Chinese umbrellas and fringed blankets. Choreographed to stylish sound tracks and only requiring simple but subtle lighting, the performer provides her own props, needs little or no technical assistance and is able to set up in literally minutes. The act can be designed to last 5, 7 or 10 minutes. It can be easily repeated on the same day. This act will dazzle, amaze and thrill audiences of all ages and will enhance and make special events, of all kinds. Zoe Robbins foot juggling is timeless,... http://redbennies.com/events/202 http://redbennies.com/events/202 Thu, 15 Jul 2010 13:14:15 +1000 Red Bennies South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 7th Aug 2010 Event Overview Back to Event Listingsfeat: Laura La Reyna, Kali & Can CanLAURA LA REYNA. Laura is a captivating performer, particularly renowned for her skillful command of the aerial ring and tissue, as well as being skilled in hula hoops and adagio. Laura has honed her circus skills at Vulcana Women's Circus (Brisbane), training with a range of national and international artists and performing in the circus arts for the last six years. Her stage presence and grace have been further developed by drawing upon a number of other disciplines including ballet, capoeira and Suzuki Method performance ... http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-south-side-show- http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-south-side-show- Thu, 15 Jul 2010 12:56:16 +1000 Red Bennies South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 31st Jul 2010 Event Overview Back to Event Listings. TANK. Tank began her performing arts career at age 9, as a classical ballet and Balkan folk dancer in her hometown of Pittsburgh, USA. She then moved to Chicago where she earned her Bachelors in Fine Arts, majoring in costume design. Inspired by working for a Cirque du Soleil show in 2003, she began private lessons in trapeze with Shayna Swanson. Shortly after, she joined the Aloft Aerial Dance company.. She moved to the land down under to further study circus arts and performance techniques. She now lives in Melbourne, Australia, where she works and trains.... http://redbennies.com/events/california-nights-with-red-bennies-burlesque- http://redbennies.com/events/california-nights-with-red-bennies-burlesque- Tue, 13 Jul 2010 11:03:55 +1000 California Nights with Red Bennies Burlesque Event Dates Friday, 27th Aug 2010 Event Overview . This once of party 'California Nights' is brought to you be the Draw Four crew. A new concept night of “one off parties” giving Melbournians the very best of what a night out in the “city of angels” has to offer. For those of you who are still yet to experience a night out in LA, Beverley Hills, Hollywood, Santa Monica or even Malibu then this is the night for you. For those of you who have experienced it then here is the chance to re-live those memories. . . ‘California nights’ will showcase the what’s what of an upmarket American style party:... http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-south-side-show-24th-july- http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-south-side-show-24th-july- Tue, 13 Jul 2010 10:51:27 +1000 Red Bennies South Side Show 24th July Event Dates Saturday, 24th Jul 2010 Event Overview feat: Alex Mizzen, Adelina Pinelli & The Tap sistersAlex Mizzen (Aerial Chair). Alex has wowed audiences throughout Australia and around the globe, . she is an exceptional dancer and an incredible handstand artist. She fuses these skills together to create an airial act like no other. She twists and weaves herself through a suspended chair high above the crowd, creating beautiful shapes and images. This is an act not to be missed.. Adelina Pinelli- Hula Hoop Artist. . Adelina, at the age of three began training in gymnastics, and by eight she was. accepted into the Western... http://redbennies.com/events/groovelixir- http://redbennies.com/events/groovelixir- Thu, 8 Jul 2010 10:48:32 +1000 Groovelixir Event Dates Sunday, 1st Aug 2010 Event Overview Back after 5 years Groovelixir, will be hitting Red Bennies with a massive shot of funky music to keep you movin all niight long! A premier 5 piece Funk/Soul/Acid Jazz band in Melbourne playing many festivals, clubs and bars has reformed for 1 night only with lead vocalist Tanya and 4 of the best musicians in Australia take the stage as they dish out some old funk with a dash of new soul. Groovelixir will clear your head and have you feeling groovy once again. http://redbennies.com/events/bampb-shuffle-presents-the-jitterbug-club- http://redbennies.com/events/bampb-shuffle-presents-the-jitterbug-club- Thu, 8 Jul 2010 10:15:53 +1000 B&B Shuffle presents: The Jitterbug Club Event Dates Friday, 15th Oct 2010 Event Overview . THE JITTERBUG CLUB. The Jitterbug Club looks and feels like Harlem 1933. But on closer inspection one will find that its grime and grit has a slightly different flavor. . It not only swings like the prohibition era, but it pops and locks like New York hip hop. . It bumps and grinds like Burlesque Hour. . It's as streetwise as a present day Sydney speakeasy. . Featuring The Jitterbeetles, The Jitterbug Club's in house chorus line,. we return to the tradition of an in house cast of performers night in and night out. . There will also be a selection of guest vocalists and featured... http://redbennies.com/events/burlesque-rhythm-and-reality- http://redbennies.com/events/burlesque-rhythm-and-reality- Tue, 6 Jul 2010 11:13:37 +1000 Burlesque Rhythm and Reality Event Dates Friday, 20th Aug 2010 Event Overview Melbourne live dance duo Running on Reality aims to break through the sonic barriers between live music venues and nightclubs with their unique brand of live/electronic music. In the purest sense, this is music you dance to, unencumbered by genre or scene. 2010 saw the duo launch their live show at the Hifi in Melbourne. Their crowds have been treated to a show that is a hybrid blend of refined dance music production and an unpredictable live combination of vocals, keys, synths, bass and percussion. The result is a dynamic show that is never the same twice and always fun. . Despite having... http://redbennies.com/events/bastille-day-party- http://redbennies.com/events/bastille-day-party- Mon, 5 Jul 2010 13:53:19 +1000 Bastille Day Party Event Dates Thursday, 15th Jul 2010 Event Overview Oye Oye! . For the first time in Melbourne, Cultural, Artistic, Business and Networking French institutions of Melbourne bring forces and ally to celebrate Bastille Day: . To fight against winter and bring some heat from the European summer with a 'belle epoque' inspired jazz Bastille Ball Day, The Alliance Francaise, Cartell Music, Clandestine, FACCI-YP and French meet-up invite you to celebrate this important date of the French calendar with them. . 'Et maintenant Madames et Messieurs place a la musique et a la dance' with french cancan review (reminding the great dances of le... http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-burlesque-- http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-burlesque-- Mon, 5 Jul 2010 12:36:58 +1000 Red Bennies Burlesque Event Dates Friday, 9th Jul 2010 Event Overview . Feat:. . Gyspy Duo - Goyim. & burlesque acts TBA! GOYIM. Street GypSy & kLeZmer duO. Goyim covers a range of Gypsy and Klezmer styles (comprising dance and celebration music). from across eastern Europe and the middle east, creating a touch of that burlesque cabaret. Balkans brass band appeal, all the while getting an infectious high energy village street sound. found among the Gypsy's. Esther's use of intricate and frantic rhythms on the fiddle create a sense of urgency while making full use of the catchy melodies and tones. Her vocals are authentic, rich and strong. Paul's... http://redbennies.com/events/free-burlesque-class-at-red-bennies http://redbennies.com/events/free-burlesque-class-at-red-bennies Fri, 2 Jul 2010 11:23:24 +1000 Free Burlesque Class at Red Bennies Event Dates Saturday, 17th Jul 2010 Event Overview 0404 477 458 to reserve your place. Come for a free burlesque class at Red Bennies. Saturday 17th of July at 2pm - 2.45pm. WANT TO LEARN THE ART OF BURLESQUE?. Join a free class with International Showgirl and Co-Producer of the Australian Burlesque Festival, Sapphira. - Learn the art of tease. - Master the showgirl strut. - Practise 1950s pinup poses. - Work with fun props. - Learn to peel a glove. Please email miss_sapphira@yahoo.com or contact 0404 477 458 to reserve your place. Sapphira - Belly Dance to Burlesque . Mobile: +61 (0) 404 477 548 Email: miss_sapphira@yahoo.com Web:... http://redbennies.com/events/weekend-teaser http://redbennies.com/events/weekend-teaser Wed, 30 Jun 2010 11:22:05 +1000 Weekend Teaser Event Dates Thursday, 1st Jul 2010 Event Overview 3 Feet of Beat. This fresh and talented cast matches a funky, class leading percussionist with 2 of Australia's most recognized tap dance professionals. With infectious energy and an over-riding sense of fun, 3 Feet of Beat offer a unique performance of toe-tapping excitement and plenty of laughs! With over 25 years of combined entertainment experience, 3 Feet of Beat guarantees to excite and entertain audiences of all ages. . Kali Retallack. Kali is and an eloquent and experienced physical performer specializing in Lyra (spinning hoop), tissue, hulla hoops and dance. Kali has been... http://redbennies.com/events/gorelesque-2---sold-out- http://redbennies.com/events/gorelesque-2---sold-out- Fri, 25 Jun 2010 13:47:36 +1000 Gorelesque 2 - SOLD OUT Event Dates Friday, 13th Aug 2010 Event Overview After 2009’s sell out premier event, this year, your favourite horror variety show is back with a vengeance! Like all good film sequels, prepare yourself for a memorable fright night of your favourite heroines, fresh victims, and scream-worthy villains that’ll leave you in hysterics! All our burly-ghouls are shaking off the gravedust and lurching for a vaude-kill night to remember, forever! Featuring! The electrifying VESPER WHITE. Your favourite mistress of horror, MISS NIC. That flame-haired chimera fresh from her trip around the world, TANK! The thing that goes bump n’... http://redbennies.com/events/rhythms-for-research-breast-cancer-foundation-charity-event http://redbennies.com/events/rhythms-for-research-breast-cancer-foundation-charity-event Mon, 21 Jun 2010 15:27:40 +1000 Rhythms For Research: Breast Cancer Foundation Charity Event Event Dates Wednesday, 14th Jul 2010 Event Overview Mark Wednesday 14th July 2010 in the diary as Rhythms for Research. invite you to celebrate an evening of live entertainment and music. while raising money for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. . The event will be held at the new live entertainment venue Red Bennies which is the only location on the South Side of Melbourne which comprises all genres of entertainment from Burlesque to Live Bands to themed party nights. . Radio legend Barry Bissell will keep the crowd entertained while he hosts the event. Melbourne bands The Original Massive Groovers (OMG's)and newcomer Dani Marie... http://redbennies.com/events/the-woo-hoo-review http://redbennies.com/events/the-woo-hoo-review Tue, 8 Jun 2010 16:15:00 +1000 The Woo Hoo Review Event Dates Friday, 2nd Jul 2010 Event Overview 'Expect old-world charm, furious gypsy tunes and a chunky sound that will either make you dance or wish you’d brought a unicycle. Big fun.' The Melbourne Age. Proprietors of punchy folk jazz, gypsy swing and manic tango, this multi-instrumental monster is responsible for wreaking havoc upon dance floors across the country. Described as a “Balkan gypsy brass band, wild-west fiddle contest and a roaring 20's swing band all rolled into one”, this fiendishly talented sextet of violin, saxophone, trumpet, guitar, bass and drums create an adrenalin-fuelled on-stage celebration fit... http://redbennies.com/events/the-cacophony-society http://redbennies.com/events/the-cacophony-society Mon, 7 Jun 2010 11:32:47 +1000 The Cacophony Society Event Dates Wednesday, 9th Jun 2010 Event Overview Nine piece Cacophony Society find it difficult to fit on a stage without spilling into the audience, but they will be bringing their brand of orchestrated folk and anthemic post rock to Red Bennies Wednesday the 9th of June along with special guests Tropical Gordon. This promises to be a night of music that is truly not to be missed. . http://redbennies.com/events/katie-underwood http://redbennies.com/events/katie-underwood Fri, 4 Jun 2010 16:25:37 +1000 Katie Underwood Event Dates Thursday, 12th Aug 2010 Event Overview Katie Underwood started her professional career in Australia as a member of the pop group Bardot, created by the TV show Popstars in 2000. Bardot achieved huge success in Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, achieving double-platinum sales for their debut album and singles.. Katie left Bardot in 2001 and returned to the music scene a year later with Australian dance act Disco Montego with the #1 Club hit, “Beautiful” for which she won an APRA award in 2003. Katie continued her career in television, working as a presenter in the Channel 7 series Undercover Angels. Her first solo... http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-queens-birthday-vaudeville-bonanza http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-queens-birthday-vaudeville-bonanza Thu, 3 Jun 2010 00:01:10 +1000 RB's Queen's Birthday Vaudeville Bonanza Event Dates Sunday, 13th Jun 2010 Event Overview . Winner of Melbourne Comedy Festivals ‘The Age Critics Award’ Asher Treleaven hosts a night a royal class cunning stunts at the Red Bennies Queens Birthday Vaudeville Bonanza. . Featuring burlesque star Gypsy Wood performing her infamous ‘Beauty Queen’ act alongside some of Expose’s recent outstanding NICA students bringing you a night a highflying circus antics this is one show not to be missed! Gypsy Wood - “The new Queen of kink”- Time Out Sydney. After working in cabaret, burlesque and contemporary dance for over a decade Gypsy Wood has... http://redbennies.com/events/165 http://redbennies.com/events/165 Tue, 1 Jun 2010 16:49:00 +1000 RBs South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 10th Jul 2010 Event Overview Red Bennies South Side Show every Saturday night presents an allstar lineup of Melbourne's best circus / burlesque / cabaret and sideshow perfomers!. Andrea Makris. Andrea Makris, Director of Underbelly Dance, has been studying, performing and teaching Belly dance in far flung corners of the world for over a decade, including Cairo, Toronto, Dublin, Kas (Turkey) and pretty much in every city in Australia. From intimate crowds of 30000 at Fed Square to raucous soirees of 8, this girl's shimmies, isolations and chutzpah have been known to mesmerise, stun and delight.. . Chris Morant. Since... http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-south-side-show-featuring-3-feet-of-beat http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-south-side-show-featuring-3-feet-of-beat Tue, 1 Jun 2010 15:58:32 +1000 RBs South Side Show featuring 3 Feet of Beat Event Dates Saturday, 3rd Jul 2010 Event Overview Red Bennies South Side Show every Saturday night presents an allstar lineup of Melbourne's best circus / burlesque / cabaret and sideshow perfomers! This week featuring 3 Feet of Beat performing two special shows and burlesque star Miss Strawberry Siren! 3 Feet of Beat. This fresh and talented cast matches a funky, class leading percussionist with 2 of Australia's most recognized tap dance professionals. With infectious energy and an over-riding sense of fun, 3 Feet of Beat offer a unique performance of toe-tapping excitement and plenty of laughs! With over 25 years of combined... http://redbennies.com/events/sapphiras-showgirls---student-showcase http://redbennies.com/events/sapphiras-showgirls---student-showcase Mon, 31 May 2010 23:05:48 +1000 Sapphira's Showgirls - Student Showcase Event Dates Saturday, 18th Sep 2010 Event Overview See Sapphira's Showgirls, a student showcase of recent graduates from Sapphira's BECOME A BURLESQUE BOMBSHELL courses. Curious about learning burlesque? Sapphira is an international singer, burlesque showgirl and teacher who is inspired by teaching women how to embrace their bodies and learn all the tips and tricks to become burlesque dancers. The students showcase features beginners and improvers from Sapphira's courses taught in Elwood, Glen Iris, Seaford and Fitzroy plus a dazzling cabaret performance from Sapphira herself and another featured professional artist. Join us for an... http://redbennies.com/events/sapphiras-showgirls http://redbennies.com/events/sapphiras-showgirls Mon, 31 May 2010 22:47:34 +1000 Sapphira's Showgirls Event Dates Event Overview See Sapphira's Showgirls, a student showcase of recent graduates from Sapphira's BECOME A BURLESQUE BOMBSHELL courses. Curious about learning burlesque? Sapphira is an international singer, burlesque showgirl and teacher who is inspired by teaching women how to embrace their bodies and learn all the tips and tricks to become burlesque dancers. The students showcase features beginners and improvers from Sapphira's courses taught in Elwood, Glen Iris, Seaford and Fitzroy plus a dazzling cabaret performance from Sapphira herself and another featured professional artist. Join us for an... http://redbennies.com/events/frankie-wants-out--tiger-and-me http://redbennies.com/events/frankie-wants-out--tiger-and-me Thu, 27 May 2010 14:32:15 +1000 Frankie Wants Out + Tiger and Me Event Dates Friday, 23rd Jul 2010 Event Overview FRANKIE WANTS OUT. Have you heard about Frankie? Frankie Wants Out! . Frankie Wants Out is a nine piece band from Melbourne. They first formed as a neo swing band, playing fast jazz and jump blues as well as taking influence the music of the New York dance halls of the 20’s and 30’s. However over the last four years they have incorporated other styles into their live show, such as latin, motown, rock and funk while still paying homage to their swing beginning. Regardless of the style, Frankie Wants Out are still guaranteed to make you jump and jive all the way across the dance... http://redbennies.com/events/henry-manetta-and-the-trip http://redbennies.com/events/henry-manetta-and-the-trip Thu, 27 May 2010 11:57:27 +1000 Henry Manetta and The Trip Event Dates Wednesday, 7th Jul 2010 Event Overview Henry Manetta (vocals), Adam Rudegeair (piano) , Adam Spiegl (bass), Sam Hall (drums), Ron Romero (saxophone). . . "Highly innovative, even confronting....captivating listening." Leon Gettler, The Green Guide. . "Imagine a world where Captain Beefheart and Tim Buckley decided to form a band with Sun Ra sitting in on keys. Defiantly individual and possessing a vocal range that almost defies belief, Henry draws influences from the grand traditions of jazz and soul, as well as the world of the avant-garde, to create music that is nothing if not unique." Matthew Frederick, The Age. . . ... http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-south-side-show-friday-edition http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-south-side-show-friday-edition Tue, 25 May 2010 13:45:08 +1000 RBs South Side Show: Friday Edition Event Dates Friday, 4th Jun 2010 Event Overview The Red Bennies South Side Show every Saturday night presents an allstar lineup of Melbourne's best circus / burlesque / cabaret and sideshow perfomers. This week due to 'The Big Tease' Australian Burseque Festival showcase event the RBs South Side Show is moving to Friday night! Luke Ha. From 8 years of age Luke was placed into the Elite Squad at Knox Gymnastics Club Inc. under Coaches Xu Yu Ting and Sebastian Hayes. Training Gymnastics for 10 years he has given Luke incredible strength and talent. He flies through the air with such easy any audience would think he had wings. . ... http://redbennies.com/events/tin-pan-orange http://redbennies.com/events/tin-pan-orange Thu, 20 May 2010 15:34:00 +1000 Tin Pan Orange Event Dates Sunday, 11th Jul 2010 Event Overview Melbourne folk pop outfit Tinpan Orange have been quietly spinning their alluring web of gypsy-infused acoustic longing since the intoxicating sound of Alex Burkoy's violin woke song writing siblings Jesse & Emily Lubitz at a festival one New Year's Eve. Having spent the past year winning hearts at venues and festivals across the country, the band make their Red Bennies debut with their new LP The Bottom Of The Lake, produced by Harry Angus (The Cat Empire, Jackson Jackson). "This is a class act, refined with constant touring and primed for targets close the heart." - Herald Sun Newspaper... http://redbennies.com/events/149 http://redbennies.com/events/149 Thu, 20 May 2010 15:06:48 +1000 Bitches Brew Event Dates Thursday, 10th Jun 2010 Event Overview Bitches Brew is comprised of resident DJs Prequel, Andras Fox and Edd Fisher. Performing at Red Bennies every Thursday night . These three DJ/Producer/Musicians have put together special sets designed to showcase their favourite Jazz / Jazz influenced records that make you dance! http://redbennies.com/events/bitches-brew-electric-empire--omgs--the-jupiters http://redbennies.com/events/bitches-brew-electric-empire--omgs--the-jupiters Thu, 20 May 2010 14:36:39 +1000 Bitches Brew: Electric Empire / O.M.G's / The Jupiters Event Dates Thursday, 3rd Jun 2010 Event Overview Bitches Brew is comprised of resident DJs Prequel, Andras Fox and Edd Fisher. Performing at Red Bennies every Thursday night these three DJ/Producer/Musicians have put together special sets designed to showcase their favourite Jazz / Jazz influenced records that make you dance! . Electric Empire is a collaboration of three soulful and talented Australian musicians influenced by the raw sounds of the 70's soul and RnB music revolution. Melbourne's Dennis Dowlut, Jason Heerah and Aaron Mendoza fused their talents together to form a unique band marked to breathe new life into... http://redbennies.com/events/the-original-massive-groovers http://redbennies.com/events/the-original-massive-groovers Tue, 18 May 2010 15:42:30 +1000 The Original Massive Groovers Event Dates Friday, 25th Jun 2010 Event Overview From the depths of the cultural wonderland that is Fitzroy 6 powers combined to create the worlds next fully functioning funk machine! Equipped with Overt Good looks and great vibrations the O.M.G's were born to supply Melbourne with Original Massive Grooves and provide an Orgasmic Mindfield Gaping with sweet soulful music and back breaking contagious funk flavours likely to make ya dance till ya feet snap off..... . http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-south-side-show-feat-brendan-mclean http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-south-side-show-feat-brendan-mclean Mon, 17 May 2010 16:27:47 +1000 RBs South Side Show feat: Brendan Mclean Event Dates Saturday, 26th Jun 2010 Event Overview RBs South Side Show every Saturday night presents an allstar lineup of Melbourne's best circus / burlesque / cabaret and sideshow perfomers! This week featuring special musical guest Brendan Mclean straight from Sydney! Brendan Mclean. With fireworks of power pop and heart of folk, Brendan and his band perform with the soul of Ben Folds & electricity of Silverchair. “Fresh and heartfelt.” Jarrad Bevan, The Mercury News Ltd. Having Independently released his debut EP "White Canvas", Brendan was recently featured on triple j Unearthed leading to national air play on Home... http://redbennies.com/events/143 http://redbennies.com/events/143 Mon, 17 May 2010 16:13:47 +1000 RBs South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 19th Jun 2010 Event Overview RBs South Side Show every Saturday night presents an allstar lineup of Melbourne's best circus / burlesque / cabaret and sideshow perfomers! . Zoe Robbins - A4 Circus Ensemble. A4 presents their Hula Tango, be sure not to miss them as they are off to represent Australia in the Montreal Circus Festival. This unique circus show explores new love, lost love and everything in-between! It's poetic and humorous, poignant and timeless. A4 Circus Ensemble fuses traditional and contemporary circus skills delivered by a fresh and highly skilled circus ensemble. . Scarlett. Meet Scarlett, a Melbourne... http://redbennies.com/events/shimmy-shake http://redbennies.com/events/shimmy-shake Mon, 17 May 2010 11:39:29 +1000 Shimmy Shake Event Dates Sunday, 4th Jul 2010 Event Overview Following its success in London’s West End co-producers of the Australian Burlesque Festival Dolores Daiquiri and Sapphira present ‘Shimmy Shake’! Bringing you Melbourne’s Burlesque elite this monthly event features sassy chorus line showgirls and opulent classic tease performed to a decadent New Orleans Jazz Band which is showcased with an emphasis on glamour and sophistication. Indulge your senses with our resident artists and special guests whose desire is to leave you gasping for more. Opening night debuts as part of the renowned Melbourne Fringe and Cabaret... http://redbennies.com/events/zino-amp-caroline-album-launchcandice-monique-and-the-opt http://redbennies.com/events/zino-amp-caroline-album-launchcandice-monique-and-the-opt Fri, 14 May 2010 18:19:28 +1000 Zino & Caroline Album Launch+Candice Monique and the Opt Event Dates Friday, 18th Jun 2010 Event Overview ZINO & CAROLINE. The Zino and Caroline Duo is a band based in Australia, working between Melbourne, Lismore and Byron Bay, formed as a duo early March 2008 and signed with Universal PR management. Acoustic guitarist and composer- Zino K together with singer and songwriter- Caroline Agostini, capture the true essence of their musical talent with industry and fans vouching for their destined success. They’re past solo careers influenced today’s sound for Eclectic jazz-fusion including pop reggae, Latin vibes and Sunday Chilled beats... The Duo’s first (E.P) In This... http://redbennies.com/events/circus-exposeacute- http://redbennies.com/events/circus-exposeacute- Fri, 14 May 2010 17:52:15 +1000 Circus Exposé Event Dates Saturday, 22nd May 2010 Event Overview Exposé is a new circus event developed by Red Bennies, to create a platform for rising performers to test out acts in front of a live audience, and in a professional environment. It is run out of the fastest growing circus performance hotspot in town! We are showcasing acrobats, dancers, jugglers, hula-hoopers, aerialists, contortionists, comedians and MCs, with new and innovative work! The event on May 22nd will feature:. MC’s Chris Carlos and Jamie Bretman. Chris is a fire spinner turned circus entertainer, while Jamie is a male escort turned circus extraordinaire! Sam Aldham... http://redbennies.com/events/the-putbacks--deep-street-soul http://redbennies.com/events/the-putbacks--deep-street-soul Fri, 14 May 2010 14:47:20 +1000 The PutBacks / Deep Street Soul Event Dates Sunday, 18th Jul 2010 Event Overview The PutBacks have opened for Australian premier funk outfit The Bamboos as well as ‘The Menahan Street Band featuring Charles Bradley’ during their recent Australian tour in 2009. The PutBacks single ‘The Diamond Cutter’, released March 2009 as a split 7” 45 on Hope Street Recordings has received healthy attention throughout Australia, Europe and North America. The PutBacks 1st full 7” 45 release on Hope Street Recordings, “Busted/Set Me Free”, is available as of April 2010 from www.myspace.com/hopestreetrecordings and www.kudosrecords.co.uk. . http://redbennies.com/events/136 http://redbennies.com/events/136 Fri, 14 May 2010 14:39:07 +1000 RBs South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 12th Jun 2010 Event Overview Red Bennies South Side Show every Saturday night presents an allstar lineup of Melbourne's best circus / burlesque / cabaret and sideshow perfomers! Malia Walsh. Malia Walsh was trained as a ballerina with the royal academy of dance till at age 15 she fused her classical training with circus skills. She has a zest for the melodramatic and her sheer commitment has seen her rise to dizzying heights as an acrobat. With her acerbic tongue and sharp wit she is an exemplary performer to behold. . Kali Retallack. Kali is and an eloquent and experienced physical performer specializing in Lyra... http://redbennies.com/events/bitches-brew--electric-empire-jazz-edition http://redbennies.com/events/bitches-brew--electric-empire-jazz-edition Fri, 14 May 2010 14:12:37 +1000 Bitches Brew / Electric Empire Jazz Edition Event Dates Thursday, 27th May 2010 Event Overview Bitches Brew is comprised of resident DJs Prequel, Andras Fox and Edd Fisher. Performing at Red Bennies every Thursday night these three DJ/Producer/Musicians have put together special sets designed to showcase their favourite Jazz / Jazz influenced records that make you dance! Electric Empire is a collaboration of three soulful and talented Australian musicians influenced by the raw sounds of the 70's soul and RnB music revolution. Melbourne's Dennis Dowlut, Jason Heerah and Aaron Mendoza fused their talents together to form a unique band marked to breathe new life into Melbourne's live... http://redbennies.com/events/god-and-she-present-rbs-south-side-show http://redbennies.com/events/god-and-she-present-rbs-south-side-show Tue, 11 May 2010 18:56:36 +1000 God and She present: RBs South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 17th Jul 2010 Event Overview Our GASHE evening rises beneath a milieu of darkened heaven, tempered by magic, fallen angels, and demonic urges. Neo-burlesque, aerial performers, cabaret, and a very special moonshine give a steampunk-fueled twist on the 1920s prohibition speakeasy. . Gangsters and broads flout the laws, unite in your sins, under the watchful eye of God and She. . Presenting:. DR EL SUAVO (magician). VESPER WHITE (neo-burlesque). YING AND YANG (circus/aerial). DEMON TAPPERS (cabaret). KAWA (flair bartender). with God, and She, and their roving performers. . Featuring DJs Mike Gurrieri, Lephrenic, MC Knave... http://redbennies.com/events/sugarbeat-feat-red-bennies-burlesque http://redbennies.com/events/sugarbeat-feat-red-bennies-burlesque Mon, 10 May 2010 15:04:09 +1000 Sugarbeat feat Red Bennies Burlesque Event Dates Friday, 16th Jul 2010 Event Overview Sugarbeat are a force, a gang… a band dedicated to authoritative soul & funk. They are disciplined funk brokers, conduits to fundamental groove. You can dance to them! Sugarbeat are Rohan Wallis on vocals and trumpet, Chris Pappas on tenor saxophone and backing vocals, David Rex on alto and baritone saxophone and backing vocals, Jason Dickie on guitar and backing vocals, Steve Hadley on electric bass and Barnaby Gold on drums. Sugarbeat are blooded with years of live performances and recording as musicians in their own right. . Sugarbeat are confident purveyors of funk yet honour... http://redbennies.com/events/james-brown-tribute-show-with-the-funkadelic-side http://redbennies.com/events/james-brown-tribute-show-with-the-funkadelic-side Mon, 10 May 2010 14:46:20 +1000 James Brown Tribute Show with The Funkadelic Side Event Dates Sunday, 20th Jun 2010 Event Overview James Brown ‘The Godfather Of Soul’is brought to life in an exciting and dynamic tribute show performed by Michael GT Blair and The Funkadelic Side. The band delivers sets of music with a horn-driven funky rhythm and blues sound that will make your event an experience to remember. . The level of musicianship is impressive. The seven band members are passionate James Brown music lovers and all have many years of experience playing their respective instruments and entertaining audiences. Take a journey with the band through the whole James Brown experience. You will hear many of the... http://redbennies.com/events/126 http://redbennies.com/events/126 Mon, 10 May 2010 10:33:18 +1000 RBs South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 29th May 2010 Event Overview Red Bennies South Side Show every Saturday night presents an allstar lineup of Melbourne's best circus / burlesque / cabaret and sideshow perfomers! David Splatt. David Splatt has emerged from the dark alleyways of the theatre world to bring a little bit of magic and a whole lot of weird into your lives. He will delight you with his vaudeville-styled antics, serenade you with his musical saw (Her name is Gretel) and have you snickering more than a burnt out Cadbury model with the munchies. David Splatt puts the ‘Devil’ back into ‘Vaudeville’ and a smile upon your face... http://redbennies.com/events/the-new-impromptu-quartet http://redbennies.com/events/the-new-impromptu-quartet Fri, 7 May 2010 17:34:49 +1000 The New Impromptu Quartet Event Dates Wednesday, 2nd Jun 2010 Event Overview The New Impromptu Quartet. Alexander Nettlebeck - Keys. Lenny Parker Guitar. Conrad Henderson -Bass. Daniel Mizzi-Drums. Introducing: Rita Satch - VOCALS/VIOLIN. http://redbennies.com/events/the-transylvanian-gypsy-kings http://redbennies.com/events/the-transylvanian-gypsy-kings Thu, 6 May 2010 12:07:12 +1000 The Transylvanian Gypsy Kings Event Dates Sunday, 30th May 2010 Event Overview TRANSYLVANIAN GYPSY KINGS . TGK play the latest horas from Bucharest, traditional boys dances where they slap themselves, and hit pop songs from non-stop Romanian bars. Their style is very sexy, with lots of black leather and macho jewellery from downtown Cluj Napoca/ Kolozsvar (capital of Transylvania). . Nicu (vocals, keys) and Lucian (violin) have taught members of the Australian lady group Vardos in their regular trips to Eastern Europe to study folk and Roma (gypsy) music. Zurka (electric bass) is tall handsome blonde from Latvian background, whose family escaped Stalinist... http://redbennies.com/events/118 http://redbennies.com/events/118 Fri, 30 Apr 2010 14:35:54 +1000 The Cairo Club Orchestra Event Dates Sunday, 6th Jun 2010 Event Overview The Cairo Club Orchestra is a Vintage Dance Orchestra based in Melbourne, Australia, comprising Ten Specialist Musicians Dedicated to the Faithful interpretation of the Hot And Sweet sounds of the 1920's, 30's and 40's. These Talented Boy's have sifted through archives, braved dusty garages and traded scores with Venerable Music Collectors in Australia and around the World, to locate the best in early Jazz, Blues, Swing, Talking Picture Hit's and Novelty Music. When the Original Published Music cannot be obtained Quickly, some of the guys just go ahead and Transcribe scores from... http://redbennies.com/events/stonnington-jazz-intangible-asset-no-82 http://redbennies.com/events/stonnington-jazz-intangible-asset-no-82 Thu, 29 Apr 2010 13:35:06 +1000 Stonnington Jazz: Intangible Asset No. 82 Event Dates Wednesday, 26th May 2010 Event Overview A hit at the 2009 Melbourne International Film Festival, Intangible Asset No. 82 is a documentary by Emma Franz, which traces Sydney drummer Simon Barker's fascinating journey into the heart of traditional Korean music. A journey not to be missed! Also featuring a set of improvisation from Simon Barker and a Q&A session with the documentary's producer. With thanks to Film Victorica and Screen Australia. . SIMON BARKER. "A free improviser of authority, control and textural imagination. Barker does not play musical approximations of emotion but the thing itself" John Shand SMH. . Simon... http://redbennies.com/events/111 http://redbennies.com/events/111 Tue, 27 Apr 2010 15:25:36 +1000 The Skylines Event Dates Friday, 11th Jun 2010 Event Overview Melbourne based band The Skylines have been gettin’. down since early 2009, formed by a group of like-minded. musicians with a shared vision of spreading the word of. the funk to the masses. The 6 piece act combines groove,. soulful vocals full of manly grunt, sweet sax solos, and. full blooded melodic hooks that inevitably result in both. boogie down fever and slow jam heaven. With an emphasis always on quality musicianship, The. Skylines are charting their way through Melbourne’s. underground funk scene with an eye for the overground. A strong fanbase delivered courtesy... http://redbennies.com/events/stonnington-jazz-shirazz http://redbennies.com/events/stonnington-jazz-shirazz Tue, 27 Apr 2010 14:47:50 +1000 Stonnington Jazz: Shirazz Event Dates Thursday, 20th May 2010 Event Overview Shirazz is a six-piece Melbourne trad jazz and dixieland band, specialising in classic hot jazz of the 20s and 30s. Featuring exciting ensemble playing, driving rhythms and hot solos, Shirazz has been fast gaining a reputation as one of this city's premier jazz bands. In the short time since the band was formed by trombonist and vocalist Matt Dixon in 2009, Shirazz has cemented itself as a headline act for festivals across the state with a decidedly new approach to the genre of trad jazz. Although the standards get a look in, a Shirazz set is peppered with songs people know and love -... http://redbennies.com/events/hellfire-club-megalomania-party http://redbennies.com/events/hellfire-club-megalomania-party Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:43:13 +1000 Hellfire Club Megalomania Party Event Dates Sunday, 23rd May 2010 Event Overview Richard Masters dictatorially has declared by Papal Bull that the next Hellfire event will be a tribute to Megalomania and Megalomaniacs everywhere! Yes, too much power is never enough and we intend to celebrate raw Power at Hellfire this May. S&M has always been about Power and power play… and we celebrate that! We all love those dark heroes of history who took things way too on their power trip. Come dressed as your favorite Dictator from history: The Chairman, Uncle Joe, Mussolini, Idi, Comrade Lenin, Saddam, Bush… or that naughty Austrian Corporal…or just wear a sexy... http://redbennies.com/events/106 http://redbennies.com/events/106 Wed, 21 Apr 2010 12:59:45 +1000 Bitches Brew / Electric Empire Event Dates Thursday, 20th May 2010 Event Overview Bitches Brew is comprised of resident DJs Prequel, Andras Fox and Edd Fisher. Joining them every Thursday night are the acclaimed Melbourne neo-soul outfit Electric Empire! Melbourne’s tapestry of diverse live music is looking a whole lot richer with the arrival of young soulsters Electric Empire. And while they may be new to some, this Melbourne band is no stranger to the Australian music scene. One look at their MySpace calendar will show you they’re never short of a gig, performing weekly at some of Melbourne’s best circuit venues such as The Toff in Town, The Espy,... http://redbennies.com/events/105 http://redbennies.com/events/105 Wed, 21 Apr 2010 12:54:35 +1000 Bitches Brew / Electric Empire Event Dates Thursday, 13th May 2010 Event Overview Bitches Brew is comprised of resident DJs Prequel, Andras Fox and Edd Fisher. Joining them every Thursday night are the acclaimed Melbourne neo-soul outfit Electric Empire! Melbourne’s tapestry of diverse live music is looking a whole lot richer with the arrival of young soulsters Electric Empire. And while they may be new to some, this Melbourne band is no stranger to the Australian music scene. One look at their MySpace calendar will show you they’re never short of a gig, performing weekly at some of Melbourne’s best circuit venues such as The Toff in Town, The Espy,... http://redbennies.com/events/104 http://redbennies.com/events/104 Wed, 21 Apr 2010 12:14:51 +1000 Bitches Brew / Electric Empire Event Dates Thursday, 6th May 2010 Event Overview Bitches Brew is comprised of resident DJs Prequel, Andras Fox and Edd Fisher. Joining them every Thursday night are the acclaimed Melbourne neo-soul outfit Electric Empire! Melbourne’s tapestry of diverse live music is looking a whole lot richer with the arrival of young soulsters Electric Empire. And while they may be new to some, this Melbourne band is no stranger to the Australian music scene. One look at their MySpace calendar will show you they’re never short of a gig, performing weekly at some of Melbourne’s best circuit venues such as The Toff in Town, The Espy,... http://redbennies.com/events/steve-judkins http://redbennies.com/events/steve-judkins Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:37:45 +1000 Steve Judkins Event Dates Monday, 17th May 2010 Event Overview After a sellout season of his one man show "Just A Broadway Bogan", Steve Judkins is back...and this time he's bringin' his mates. Joining Steve on stage will be some of his friends from the show biz industry (listed below) as well as some other mates including Jersey Boys own Glaston Toft and Mamma Mia's Kuki Tipoki . Don't miss the chance to see and hear this talented performer before he heads of to New York later this year. Proceeds from a charity auction on the night will go towards helping Aaron Hemleys attempt to break the world record for endurance sheering to raise money for... http://redbennies.com/events/102 http://redbennies.com/events/102 Mon, 19 Apr 2010 13:56:49 +1000 The Jupiters Event Dates Friday, 14th May 2010 Event Overview The Jupiters are a 9-piece Original Groove . Collective with a strong party vibe. Formed in 2009, the band consists of a male vocalist, 3-piece horn section and rhythm section (including drums, bass, keyboard and guitar); all of whom are studying music at the faculties of VCA and Melbourne University. Their sound combines elements of funk, soul and hip hop; with original songs drawing influences from the likes of D’Angelo, Earth Wind and Fire and Jamiroquai. Having headlined at many prominent venues around Melbourne, such as Federation Square and the Corner Hotel, their shows... http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-south-side-show http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-south-side-show Wed, 14 Apr 2010 15:47:24 +1000 RBs South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 22nd May 2010 Event Overview RBs South Side Show every Saturday night presents an allstar lineup of Melbourne's best circus / burlesque / cabaret and sideshow perfomers! 3 Feet of Beat. This fresh and talented cast matches a funky, class leading percussionist with 2 of Australia's most recognized tap dance professionals. With infectious energy and an over-riding sense of fun, 3 Feet of Beat offer a unique performance of toe-tapping excitement and plenty of laughs! With over 25 years of combined entertainment experience, 3 Feet of Beat guarantees to excite and entertain audiences of all ages. . Kali Retallack. Kali is... http://redbennies.com/events/the-big-tease---sold-out http://redbennies.com/events/the-big-tease---sold-out Mon, 12 Apr 2010 07:17:40 +1000 THE BIG TEASE - SOLD OUT Event Dates Saturday, 5th Jun 2010 Event Overview Legendary producer of the 'London Burlesque Week' and self proclaimed 'King of Burlesque' Chaz Royal has teamed up with Australian producers and performers Dolores Daiquiri (Hi Ball Burlesque, Red Door Burlesque), Rosy Rabbit (Cristal Burlesque) and Sapphira (Shimmy Shake, UK) to bring you the biggest burlesque event in Australian History! . Following in the footsteps of Burlesque destinations all over the world; London, New York and Paris to name a few, the masses have called and we have answered: Presenting the first ever, all-new, all-glamour, all-tease AUSTRALIAN BURLESQUE FESTIVAL! .... http://redbennies.com/events/reverend-funk-and-the-horns-of-salvation http://redbennies.com/events/reverend-funk-and-the-horns-of-salvation Thu, 8 Apr 2010 10:34:08 +1000 Reverend Funk and the Horns of Salvation Event Dates Friday, 7th May 2010 Event Overview Reverend Funk and the Horns of Salvation kick off their monthly residency at Red Bennies playing the first Friday of every month! DJ support by stalwarts of the melbourne DJ scene Blair Stafford and Manchild! . Reverend Funk and the Horns of Salvation are a Melbourne based 7- 10 piece lineup, playing Soul, Funk, R&B and Disco dance music made famous by the original Masters from the 60's till now! The band has held down Live residencies at The Evelyn Hotel in Fitzroy, The Next Blue nightclub @ Crown and Manchester Lane. . BLAIR STAFFORD. With his fingers working his own record label... http://redbennies.com/events/95 http://redbennies.com/events/95 Wed, 7 Apr 2010 15:07:44 +1000 Bitches Brew / Electric Empire Event Dates Thursday, 29th Apr 2010 Event Overview Bitches Brew is comprised of resident DJs Prequel, Andras Fox and Edd Fisher. Joining them every Thursday night are the acclaimed Melbourne neo-soul outfit Electric Empire! Melbourne’s tapestry of diverse live music is looking a whole lot richer with the arrival of young soulsters Electric Empire. And while they may be new to some, this Melbourne band is no stranger to the Australian music scene. One look at their MySpace calendar will show you they’re never short of a gig, performing weekly at some of Melbourne’s best circuit venues such as The Toff in Town, The Espy,... http://redbennies.com/events/94 http://redbennies.com/events/94 Wed, 7 Apr 2010 14:51:24 +1000 RBs South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 15th May 2010 Event Overview Red Bennies South Side Show every Saturday night presents an allstar lineup of Melbourne's best circus / burlesque / cabaret and sideshow perfomers! . Daniel Gorski. His passion and persistence for movement and performance art has taken him in many directions, including touring internationally with a renowned deaf physical theatre performer in 2006. His other passion for recreating the lost art of the vaudeville artist has brought joy to young and old alike.. Daniel’s performance history covers a wide variety of contexts including half-time entertainment, shopping centers, carnivals,... http://redbennies.com/events/the-vaudeville-smash http://redbennies.com/events/the-vaudeville-smash Tue, 6 Apr 2010 15:17:52 +1000 The Vaudeville Smash Event Dates Friday, 30th Apr 2010 Event Overview Travelling musicians and born showmen with the ability to transform a crowd, the brothers formed their first band when they were kids in Tuscany and have been performing together ever since. As seasoned musicians, having recruited three new members along the way, they arose out of the Melbourne funk scene and spent their early years playing Earth Wind and Fire, Stevie Wonder and Prince covers. Headlining venues such as The Espy, The Night Cat and Bar Open, the boys would test their original material at gigs – if the crowd danced, the song survived, if the crowd sang along, the song was... http://redbennies.com/events/rapskallion http://redbennies.com/events/rapskallion Wed, 31 Mar 2010 14:56:03 +1000 Rapskallion Event Dates Friday, 23rd Apr 2010 Event Overview Straight out of Brunswick’s bohemia come Rapskallion dressed in their decrepit finery with a glint in their eye and a dagger in their teeth. Formed four years ago, by a raggle taggle band of renegade Melbourne musicians, Rapskallion have entertained audiences all around Australia and Europe with their unique fusion of contemporary vaudeville and raucous dance tunes. . Reminiscent of 20's Paris Bohemia transported to a Romanian tavern and then set adrift on the high seas. Their original music is strongly influenced by the music of Eastern Europe, Greece, France and Spain as well as hip... http://redbennies.com/events/89 http://redbennies.com/events/89 Mon, 29 Mar 2010 13:00:59 +1000 Red Bennies Cabaret presents: GANGSTERS vs NINJAS Event Dates Saturday, 8th May 2010 Event Overview The two most awesome forces ever created go head to head for a swing fueled, oriental themed fight for costumed capers and dance floor domination, as Red Bennies plays host to GANGSTERS vs NINJAS! Ikko & Takka Ninja Dance Squad. (Aerial, Break Dance, Sword Fight, Stunt Team). feat:. Takayuki Seki. A veteran stuntman of TV and Film in Japan and ninja fanatic Taka has performed his art the world over. Renowned for his highflying ‘Fire High Dive’ stunt performed in Water World Japan, Taka now has recently made Melbourne his home, further his training at the National Institute for... http://redbennies.com/events/88 http://redbennies.com/events/88 Mon, 29 Mar 2010 12:51:45 +1000 RB's South Side Show Event Dates Saturday, 1st May 2010 Event Overview Red Bennies South Side Show every Saturday night presents an allstar lineup of Melbourne's best circus / burlesque / cabaret and sideshow perfomers! This week Red Bennies Cabaret is proud to host the NICA Cabaret Vertigo after party and the Ooh La La performance after party. Come and dance the night away with the country's hottest performing talent! . Malia Walsh. Malia was trained as a ballerina at the Royal Academy of Dance until age 15 where she fused her classical training with circus skills. She has a zest for the melodramatic and her sheer commitment has seen her rise to dizzying... http://redbennies.com/events/swing-patrol http://redbennies.com/events/swing-patrol Sat, 27 Mar 2010 18:37:30 +1000 Swing Patrol Event Dates Sunday, 28th Mar 2010 Event Overview What to expect?. Blues night is a laid back Sunday night gig where people come to learn, dance, enjoy great music and socialize. Your first lesson will give you the skills to get onto the social dancing floor and have an amazing night straight away! Having different teachers each month helps to create a diverse scene and encourages different styles. The music ranges from rhythm & blues, blues & roots, slow swing, slow jazz, soul and a hint of gospel, trip-hop and more! Blues night often has the privilege of live music which adds amazing energy to the room. Expect good times… .... http://redbennies.com/events/85 http://redbennies.com/events/85 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 12:10:06 +1000 Bitches Brew / Electric Empire Event Dates Thursday, 22nd Apr 2010 Event Overview Bitches Brew is comprised of resident DJs Prequel, Andras Fox and Edd Fisher. Joining them every thursday night are the acclaimed Melbourne neo-soul outfit Electric Empire! Melbourne’s tapestry of diverse live music is looking a whole lot richer with the arrival of young soulsters Electric Empire.And while they may be new to some, this Melbourne band is no stranger to the Australian music scene. One look at their MySpace calendar will show you they’re never short of a gig, performing weekly at some of Melbourne’s best circuit venues such as The Toff in... http://redbennies.com/events/84 http://redbennies.com/events/84 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 11:13:55 +1000 Red Bennies Cabaret Event Dates Saturday, 24th Apr 2010 Event Overview Red Bennies Cabaret every Saturday night presents an allstar lineup of Melbourne's best circus / burlesque / cabaret and sideshow perfomers! Alex Mizzen. Alex has wowed audiences throughout Australia and around the globe. She is an exceptional dancer and an incredible handstand artist, fusing these skills to create an aerial act like no other. She twists and weaves herself through a suspended chair high above the crowd, creating beautiful shapes and images. This is an act not to be missed.. Kali Retallack. Kali is and an eloquent and experienced physical performer specializing in Lyra... http://redbennies.com/events/82 http://redbennies.com/events/82 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 11:09:55 +1000 Red Bennies Cabaret Event Dates Event Overview No content available. http://redbennies.com/events/bitches-brew--electric-empire http://redbennies.com/events/bitches-brew--electric-empire Wed, 24 Mar 2010 16:20:30 +1000 Bitches Brew / Electric Empire Event Dates Thursday, 15th Apr 2010 Event Overview Bitches Brew is comprised of resident DJs Prequel, Andras Fox and Edd Fisher. Joining them every thursday night are the acclaimed Melbourne neo-soul outfit Electric Empire! Melbourne’s tapestry of diverse live music is looking a whole lot richer with the arrival of young soulsters Electric Empire.And while they may be new to some, this Melbourne band is no stranger to the Australian music scene. One look at their MySpace calendar will show you they’re never short of a gig, performing weekly at some of Melbourne’s best circuit venues such as The Toff... http://redbennies.com/events/bitches-brew--electric-empire-- http://redbennies.com/events/bitches-brew--electric-empire-- Wed, 24 Mar 2010 15:30:29 +1000 Bitches Brew / Electric Empire Event Dates Thursday, 8th Apr 2010 Event Overview Bitches Brew is comprised of resident DJs Prequel, Andras Fox and Edd Fisher. Joinging them every thursday night are the acclaimed Melbourne neo-soul outfit Electric Empire! Melbourne’s tapestry of diverse live music is looking a whole lot richer with the arrival of young soulsters Electric Empire.And while they may be new to some, this Melbourne band is no stranger to the Australian music scene. One look at their MySpace calendar will show you they’re never short of a gig, performing weekly at some of Melbourne’s best circuit venues such as The Toff... http://redbennies.com/events/the-hellfire-club-with-weimar-burlesque-revue http://redbennies.com/events/the-hellfire-club-with-weimar-burlesque-revue Tue, 23 Mar 2010 22:58:33 +1000 The Hellfire Club with Weimar Burlesque Revue! Event Dates Sunday, 4th Apr 2010 Event Overview Melbourne’s nightclub scene has been dull and conservative for far too long! Richard Masters deviously has decided to bring The Hellfire Club back to add some slap, tickle and much needed kink to the Melbourne club scene. Its Hellfire: The Next Generation. Were you too young first time round to be part of Hellfire’s special kinky atmosphere? Well, wait no more! . So: The Legendary Hellfire Club Returns! As regular Kinky parties to be held monthly (or so) depending on the domineering will of Mr. Rick Masters. New Weimar Burlesque Review with exciting and titillating shows….... http://redbennies.com/events/the-cairo-club-orchestra http://redbennies.com/events/the-cairo-club-orchestra Mon, 22 Mar 2010 09:34:28 +1000 The Cairo Club Orchestra Event Dates Friday, 2nd Apr 2010 Event Overview The Cairo Club Orchestra is a Vintage Dance Orchestra based in Melbourne, Australia, comprising Ten Specialist Musicians Dedicated to the Faithful interpretation of the Hot And Sweet sounds of the 1920's, 30's and 40's. These Talented Boy's have sifted through archives, braved dusty garages and traded scores with Venerable Music Collectors in Australia and around the World, to locate the best in early Jazz, Blues, Swing, Talking Picture Hit's and Novelty Music. When the Original Published Music cannot be obtained Quickly, some of the guys just go ahead and Transcribe scores from original... http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-poker-2 http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-poker-2 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 01:10:52 +1000 Red Bennies Poker #2 Event Dates Tuesday, 9th Mar 2010 Event Overview ROUND 2. Players unite! Monday 5th April Red Bennies throws opens its doors for a night a high stakes, low down dirty poker action. Get down to the sounds of oldskool jazz and hustling beats and compete for the grand prize of the GIANT 4.5L BOTTLE OF CHIVAS REGAL! Entry $25 per night (includes pint of beer or cider). A 4 week tournament where the player with the hights score takes all! http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-poker-1 http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-poker-1 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 00:30:08 +1000 Red Bennies Poker #1 Event Dates Tuesday, 6th Apr 2010 Event Overview . Players unite! Tuesday 6th April Red Bennies throws opens its doors for a night a high stakes, low down dirty poker action. Get down to the sounds of oldskool jazz and hustling beats and compete for the grand prize of the GIANT 4.5L BOTTLE OF CHIVAS REGAL! Entry $25 per night (includes pint of beer or cider). A 4 week tournament where the player with the hights score takes all! http://redbennies.com/events/bitches-brew-amp-electric-empire-launch-party http://redbennies.com/events/bitches-brew-amp-electric-empire-launch-party Fri, 19 Mar 2010 20:44:04 +1000 Bitches Brew & Electric Empire Launch Party! Event Dates Thursday, 1st Apr 2010 Event Overview Thursday nights at Red Bennies welcome Electirc Empire who are following up their debut album launch with the launch of their new Thursday night home! Melbourne’s tapestry of diverse live music is looking a whole lot richer with the arrival of young soulsters Electric Empire.And while they may be new to some, this Melbourne band is no stranger to the Australian music scene. One look at their MySpace calendar will show you they’re never short of a gig, performing weekly at some of Melbourne’s best circuit venues such as The Toff in Town, The Espy, Veludo’s and the... http://redbennies.com/events/water-aid http://redbennies.com/events/water-aid Fri, 19 Mar 2010 19:40:58 +1000 Water Aid Event Dates Saturday, 17th Apr 2010 Event Overview WaterAid Australia's vision is of a world where everyone has access to safe water and sanitation. These basic human rights underpin health, education and livelihoods and form the first, essential step in overcoming poverty. Please join us for the inaugural WaterAid Band Boogie a benefit to support WaterAid in its crucial work.”. Email wateraid.melbourne@gmail.com for people to reserve tickets.. Taylor and Silk. Sarah Taylor & Steven Silk formed their jazz duo act Taylor & Silk over 8 years ago. The talented pair met at the Conservatorium of Music, where Sarah acquired an... http://redbennies.com/events/emerald-follies http://redbennies.com/events/emerald-follies Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:10:15 +1000 Emerald Follies Event Dates Sunday, 25th Apr 2010 Event Overview Riding high on the success of The Burlesque Ball 2010, Jac Bowie introduced Australia to the grittier side of Burlesque, by bringing out acclaimed performers Julie Atlas Muz and Peekaboo Pointe. The scene in New York is full of performers pushing the boundaries between burlesque, striptease, humour, performance art, contemporary dance, incredible circus skills and art. It's a scene flourishing, with performers constantly creating thought provocking pieces and taking risks. . Emerald Follies is all about this scene. It's all about the grit, passion, and fast paced underground New York... http://redbennies.com/events/bitches-brew-hullabaloo-red-bastard-after-party http://redbennies.com/events/bitches-brew-hullabaloo-red-bastard-after-party Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:25:55 +1000 Bitches Brew Hullabaloo Red Bastard After Party Event Dates Thursday, 25th Mar 2010 Event Overview Bitches Brew Hullabaloo + Red Bastard (NYC)(Cirque De Soleil). Starting at 8pm (Doors Locked for the Duration of His Performance) Red Bastard unleashes a pompous theatrical master class in this critically-acclaimed Bouffon show. His mission: to charm, disarm, shock and seduce. His target: pop culture, politics and you. . Red Bastard has performed to sold out audiences at Just for Laughs as part of “LaClique”, the Spiegeltent in NYC, The Dublin Fringe Festival, PS 122, HERE, Joe’s Pub, the Orion Teatern- Stockholm, Cankarjev Dom -Ljubljana, Slovenia, and the American... http://redbennies.com/events/67 http://redbennies.com/events/67 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 19:01:49 +1000 Red Bennies Cabaret Event Dates Saturday, 10th Apr 2010 Event Overview Red Bennies Cabaret every Saturday night at Red Bennies presents allstar lineup of Melbournes best circus / burlesque / cabaret and sideshow perfomers! . Stephanie WIlls (Aerial Ring). Stephie has a background in both classical dance and calisthenics, performing on stage for the first time at age two.  She is currently attending her final year The National Institute of Circus Arts specializing in aerial hoop, contortion handstands and adagio with her brother.  Discovering at a young age that she is hyper flexible in every joint in her body, a natural contortionist it is little... http://redbennies.com/events/the-candy-topps-present-red-bennies-cabaret http://redbennies.com/events/the-candy-topps-present-red-bennies-cabaret Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:46:48 +1000 The Candy Topps present: Red Bennies Cabaret Event Dates Saturday, 3rd Apr 2010 Event Overview The Candy Tops:. Meet Stella, Kitty & Fifi: luscious, chic, and outrageously sexy. The Candy Topps will stimulate and satisfy all your aural and visual desires with their decadently tight harmonies and cheeky social commentaries. These three ladies of song will make you forget all your troubles and are guaranteed to excite the optimist within (and if their voices don't then their décolletage most certainly will!). With an eclectic catalogue of songs that range from Beyonce to Judy Garland; from Pink to Queen; from Lady GaGa to Dolly Parton, this ladies provide and unmissable night... http://redbennies.com/events/stonnington-jazz-the-jelly-tub-rollers http://redbennies.com/events/stonnington-jazz-the-jelly-tub-rollers Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:19:21 +1000 Stonnington Jazz: The Jelly Tub Rollers Event Dates Friday, 28th May 2010 Event Overview The Jelly Tub Rollers play thigh-slappin' 1930s party jazz and blues. Featuring the flying feet and raucous rhythms of Thomas the Tap Engine, these over-dressed super-swing vaudevillians are guaranteed to get your party jumping! Combining the driving beat of drums, double bass and guitar with the tickles and moans of saxophone, trombone and vocals, the Jelly Tub Rollers bring an old-world energy to classic and original jazz tunes. The Jelly Tub Rollers started as a busking band in early 2008, busking being an ideal forum for sharing the energy and flavor of their crowd-stopping performances.... http://redbennies.com/events/stonnington-jazz-hetty-kate-amp-the-2020s http://redbennies.com/events/stonnington-jazz-hetty-kate-amp-the-2020s Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:15:14 +1000 Stonnington Jazz: Hetty Kate & The 2020's Event Dates Thursday, 27th May 2010 Event Overview . Hetty Kate & The 2020's.. bring your dancing shoes, your horn-rimmed peepers and vibe out in the passion pit to an explosion of fifties revival, surf-lounge and martini jazz. This hip, hot sextet feature sweet retro vocals with a classy chassis, a guitarist straight out of Lost in Space and a horn section so smooth you’ll think you’re dreaming. A radioactive mixture of Buddy Holly, Devo, The Beatles and Doris Day. Turn up the heat, this’ll kill ya. . http://redbennies.com/events/the-skylines http://redbennies.com/events/the-skylines Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:53:12 +1000 The Skylines Event Dates Friday, 16th Apr 2010 Event Overview Melbourne based band The Skylines have been gettin’. down since early 2009, formed by a group of like-minded. musicians with a shared vision of spreading the word of. the funk to the masses. The 6 piece act combines groove,. soulful vocals full of manly grunt, sweet sax solos, and. full blooded melodic hooks that inevitably result in both. boogie down fever and slow jam heaven. With an emphasis always on quality musicianship, The. Skylines are charting their way through Melbourne’s. underground funk scene with an eye for the overground. A strong fanbase delivered courtesy of... http://redbennies.com/events/the-jupiters http://redbennies.com/events/the-jupiters Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:43:01 +1000 The Jupiters Event Dates Friday, 9th Apr 2010 Event Overview . The Jupiters are a 9-piece Original Groove Collective with a strong party vibe. Formed in 2009, the band consists of a male vocalist, 3-piece horn section and rhythm section (including drums, bass, keyboard and guitar); all of whom are studying music at the faculties of VCA and Melbourne University. Their sound combines elements of funk, soul and hip hop; with original songs drawing influences from the likes of D’Angelo, Earth Wind and Fire and Jamiroquai. Having headlined at many prominent venues around Melbourne, such as Federation Square and the Corner Hotel, their shows deliver a... http://redbennies.com/events/bitches-brew http://redbennies.com/events/bitches-brew Mon, 15 Mar 2010 10:59:21 +1000 Bitches Brew Event Dates Thursday, 18th Mar 2010 Event Overview Bitches Brew is comprised of resident DJs Prequel, Andras Fox and Edd Fisher. Featuring a special guest each week expect to hear fresh sounds as well the dust being blown off classic records! . http://redbennies.com/events/pink-dingo http://redbennies.com/events/pink-dingo Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:51:21 +1000 PINK DINGO Event Dates Monday, 29th Mar 2010 Event Overview Feat: the casts of Jersey Boys, Cats & Mamma Mia!. A one night only event celebrating Melbourne's flourishing Music Theatre Scene. 3 terrific shows in town all at once. This is the biggest Pink Dingo in years! Featuring the casts of Jersey Boys, Cats and Mamma Mia! all under one roof, all donating their time and talents to help raise money for 3 fabulous causes! The performers will be jumping out of their lycra, speedos and tux's and having a jam!. All proceeds will be divided equally between the following 3 charities as chosen by each company:. . Jersey Boys - The Ovarian Cancer... http://redbennies.com/events/the-pearly-shells http://redbennies.com/events/the-pearly-shells Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:56:46 +1000 The Pearly Shells Event Dates Sunday, 21st Mar 2010 Event Overview Over more than 10 years, The Pearly Shells have gained a reputation as Melbourne’s premier Jazz/Swing band with a classic style and look remminesent of the Golden Age of Ellington, Basie and Goodman. . Famous for their Swingin’ back beat sound and Hollywood style, luminesent clam-shell stands, The Pearlys have been providing atmosphereic sound tracks and irrestible dance grooves for parties, receptions and other doos uncountable. With their enormous repitore and variety of band sizes , The Pearly Shells pride themselves on striking the right tone... http://redbennies.com/events/stonnington-jazz--the-twoks http://redbennies.com/events/stonnington-jazz--the-twoks Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:27:49 +1000 Stonnington Jazz: The Twoks Event Dates Tuesday, 25th May 2010 Event Overview The Twoks are a Melbourne-based improvised contemporary music trio featuring Xani Kolac on electric violin and vocals, Mark Leahy on drums and Stewart Taylor on electric bass. . The music they create is unclassifiable. Basically, you'd need to go along to a gig to work out what they're all about. Currently, The Twoks find themselves in a nice, little niche beside jazz and improvising musicians, having performed gigs and residencies at Bennett's Lane Jazz Club, the Melbourne Women's International Jazz Festival, the Melbourne Jazz Fringe, the 2008 Melbourne International Arts Festival and this... http://redbennies.com/events/red-bastard-nyc-cirque-du-soleil http://redbennies.com/events/red-bastard-nyc-cirque-du-soleil Tue, 9 Mar 2010 11:20:38 +1000 RED BASTARD (NYC) [Cirque Du Soleil] Event Dates Thursday, 25th Mar 2010 Event Overview "Very Very Funny." The New York Times . “One of the Premiere Clowns of our Time” Gothamist. A Cult Favorite Time Out NY. "The real deal folks ... New, exciting, fantastic creation. . . This guy is one of the hottest, funniest performance artists on the scene today. Fanatics like us will be lining up early!" Backstage Magazine. New York’s Clown Prince Toronto Sun. "One of a kind. His humor is smart, subversive and in the truest and best sense of the word, outrageous. Joe Raiola, Senior Editor, MAD Magazine. "Extremely contagious... Davis puts everything he has into his... http://redbennies.com/events/expose http://redbennies.com/events/expose Fri, 5 Mar 2010 20:19:58 +1000 EXPOSE' Event Dates Thursday, 11th Mar 2010 Event Overview A night to showcase new acts and rising talent, from the circus student collective. Featuring performances by:. Jessica Connell – Amazing Hula Hooping. Bryan Talaga – Juggling Extraordinaire! Thomas Gorham. Jessica Niven. John Allingham - Dangerous Hoop Diving! Tosha Kindley. Vanessa McGregor – Dazzling Duo Trapeze! Shannon Vitali. Jing-Yun Wong – Duo Contortion Dance! Ikuko Tanikawa – Beautiful Tissu Tricks! http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-sundays http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-sundays Thu, 4 Mar 2010 14:32:18 +1000 Red Bennies Sundays Event Dates Sunday, 7th Mar 2010 Event Overview Gather round now young folk and prepare ye to be pleasantly surprised (and maybe a little bit aroused.) RED BENNIES has thrown open it's door's and is offering a cultural baptism by fire for Melbourne's south-side residents. Revisiting Vaudevillian times Red Bennies is the newest venue to open on melbourne well trodden skid row of sorts. Sundays are being helmed by the infamous Andee Frost who has summoned a band of Melbourne city's best disco dj's including but not limited to Otologic, Askew, Jason Martin, Francis Chang, Inkswel, Dave Chestwig, Sunshine(revisiting her roots), Mr George, Damo... http://redbennies.com/events/miss-ellaneous http://redbennies.com/events/miss-ellaneous Wed, 3 Mar 2010 11:51:43 +1000 Miss Ellaneous Event Dates Friday, 26th Mar 2010 Event Overview Miss Ellaneous. Inspired by the gentlemen jugglers of bygone eras, vaudeville and the old fashioned values of elegance and manners, Miss Ellaneous will surprise and inspire you with her twirling parasols, hat manipulation and ability to juggle the least expected.. This juggling piece sets the scene of a 1930s diva in her backstage dressing room. As she selects accessories from her dressing table to match her outfit, she juggles them with the style and grace of Ginger Rogers.. http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-cabaret-and-bamboozled-present-sexy-party http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-cabaret-and-bamboozled-present-sexy-party Wed, 3 Mar 2010 11:39:13 +1000 Red Bennies Cabaret and Bamboozled present Sexy Party Event Dates Saturday, 20th Mar 2010 Event Overview Red Bennies Cabaret & Bamboozled present. Its time for a.. ‘SEXY PARTY’. A night of Sexy Cabaret, 60’s, 70’ themed capers with the mad capped cats from Red Bennies & Bamboozled. . Featuring performances by:. Mini Stewie and the Red Bennies Dancers! Sexy Human Pyramid of Cheer Leaders! Circus Trick Tease! Daniel Gorski Juggling Extravaganza! Burlesque feat Skopalova! & much, much more! . DJS: Ooh-ee / Rowie vs JPS / Brad Spolding. playing: GoGo, 60’s, 70’s, Soul, Funk & Sexy Tunes. . Skopalova (Burlesque). National Rhythmic Gymnastics... http://redbennies.com/events/46 http://redbennies.com/events/46 Wed, 3 Mar 2010 11:33:15 +1000 Untitled Event Event Dates Event Overview No content available. http://redbennies.com/events/farhad-ahadicircus-lanu-amp-mis-butt http://redbennies.com/events/farhad-ahadicircus-lanu-amp-mis-butt Tue, 2 Mar 2010 16:16:30 +1000 Farhad Ahadi(Circus), Lanu & Mis Butt Event Dates Friday, 12th Mar 2010 Event Overview Farhad Ahadi. Balance, mind, body, spirit. To say that Farhad simply does handstands and head stands s to understate his full capacity. An affable demeanour both on and off stage, farhad has performed all over the world including Taiwan and his home land of Iran. 3 years on tour with Australians own silvers circ has given farhad’s a solid ground in traditional circus.. Lanu. . . New Zealand-born, Melbourne-based Lance Ferguson(Lanu) is a Producer, Guitarist, Songwriter, DJ and Tru Thoughts recording artist. He divides his time between leading Australia’s premier Funk/Soul outfit... http://redbennies.com/events/stonnington-jazz-the-shuffle-club http://redbennies.com/events/stonnington-jazz-the-shuffle-club Tue, 2 Mar 2010 14:59:33 +1000 Stonnington Jazz: The Shuffle Club Event Dates Friday, 21st May 2010 Event Overview Their style is most easily described as a hot blend of jazz, swing, blues, boogie but that hardly does justice to their raw energy and enthusiasm – the kind of energy that will bring you to your feet and onto the dance floor before you even know what is happening. This four-piece line up of sax, double bass, piano and drums is not the kind of band to sit back on their laurels – all the performers play a vast array of instruments and are singers as well, whilst they work together to create the kind of musical harmony some bands can only dream of. Every solo from any player is also... http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-cabaret http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-cabaret Tue, 2 Mar 2010 10:02:00 +1000 Red Bennies Cabaret Event Dates Saturday, 13th Mar 2010 Event Overview Red Bennies Cabaret every Saturday night at Red Bennies presents allstar lineups of Melbournes best circus / burlesque / cabaret and sideshow perfomers! Alongside this weeks triple bill enjoy the music of Brad Spolding(Snuff Puppets) and Mike Gurrieri(Deeper Motions). Andrea Makris(Belly Dance). Andrea Makris, Director of Underbelly Dance, has been studying, performing and teaching Belly dance in far flung corners of the world for over a decade, including Cairo, Toronto, Dublin, Kas (Turkey) and pretty much in every city in Australia. From intimate crowds of 30000 at Fed Square to raucous... http://redbennies.com/events/bitches-brew-presents-danielsan http://redbennies.com/events/bitches-brew-presents-danielsan Mon, 1 Mar 2010 12:10:33 +1000 Bitches Brew Presents: Danielsan Event Dates Thursday, 11th Mar 2010 Event Overview Bitches Brew is comprised of resident DJs Prequel, Andras Fox and Edd Fisher. Featuring a special guest each week expect to hear fresh sounds as well the dust being blown off classic records! . Producer and DJ of Koolism. Danielsan is also a one man party starting, vinyl cutting, hip hop miami bass funk soul record lugging, drum machine playing, all night booty animating entertainment machine. Ranked in the top 5 DJs of Australia, internationally known for good sound since circa 1988. http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-cabaret-jess-love-amp-alex-mizzen http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-cabaret-jess-love-amp-alex-mizzen Mon, 1 Mar 2010 11:23:09 +1000 Red Bennies Cabaret: Jess Love & Alex Mizzen Event Dates Saturday, 6th Mar 2010 Event Overview Jess Love (Hoop). Jess began a love affair with circus in 2000. She has performed on the street, in tents (big and small), in theatres, and lots of dingy pubs. She has performed with Circus Oz and The Candy Butchers to name a few. Her recent solo show “and the little one said” has won countless awards and tours globally.. . Alex Mizzen (Aerial Chair). Alex has wowed audiences throughout Australia and around the globe, she is an exceptional dancer and an incredible handstand artist. She fuses these skills together to create an airial act like no other. She twists and weaves... http://redbennies.com/events/aperitivo-jazz-with-tom-duck-amp-sarah-mckenzie http://redbennies.com/events/aperitivo-jazz-with-tom-duck-amp-sarah-mckenzie Sat, 27 Feb 2010 11:07:05 +1000 Aperitivo Jazz with Tom Duck & Sarah McKenzie Event Dates Sunday, 21st Feb 2010 Event Overview Unwind to the sounds of a jazz duo/trio every Sunday at Red Bennies! Tom Duck. A graduate of the prestigious West Australian Academy of Performing Arts, Tom Duck is a saxophonist and clarinetist. Amongst other awards Tom was awarded the Brett Lockyer Scholarship for jazz clarinet (2006). He has studied with world renowned saxophonists Troy Roberts, Julien Wilson and Jamie Oehlers. He has been performing with various jazz ensembles and artists around Perth and Melbourne, including his own quintet, “The Duck Brothers”, with brother Martin. Most recently they performed at the... http://redbennies.com/events/bitches-brew-and-red-bull-present-welcome-back-andras-fox http://redbennies.com/events/bitches-brew-and-red-bull-present-welcome-back-andras-fox Sat, 27 Feb 2010 11:01:19 +1000 Bitches Brew and Red Bull present 'Welcome back Andras Fox' Event Dates Thursday, 25th Feb 2010 Event Overview FANTASTIC MR FOX (3 HOUR SET). Red Bennie's Thursday night resident Mr Fox returns home from over one month abroad at the Red Bull Music Academy in the UK. Utilizing classic soul and jazz, low-slung bass lines and programming that is diametrically opposed to pushing tempos faster, Fox likes to add a raw, rough human element to dance music. A love for vinyl brings a much needed tactile element into his DJ sets, which span jazz, funk, disco edits, beats, and all kinds of house music. Equally at home in bars and clubs, playing early or late, his broad knowledge and love for the origins of... http://redbennies.com/events/bitches-brew-presents-inkswel-wax-museum-records http://redbennies.com/events/bitches-brew-presents-inkswel-wax-museum-records Sat, 27 Feb 2010 10:56:03 +1000 Bitches Brew Presents: INKSWEL (Wax Museum Records) Event Dates Thursday, 4th Mar 2010 Event Overview A man of many styles. Producer and Dj. Record collector and beat. junkie- Inkswel holds no bars when it comes to diversity. Part of. melbourne's own Wax Museum records-working in the store and putting. out records on the new WAX MUSEUM RECORDS label. Producing beats for. the likes of John Robinson, Scienz of Life, Prince Po of Organised. Konfusion, Social Change, Suzi Analogue (LA), Tableek of Maspyke,. Steve Spacek and countless others. A heavy purveyor of DISCO,FUNK,SOUL,JAZZ,HIPHOP, HOUSE,DETROIT TECHNO,80S BOOGIE,BBOY,FUTURE BEATS and anything from OUTER SPACE! Playing in and around... http://redbennies.com/events/candice-monique-and-the-optics http://redbennies.com/events/candice-monique-and-the-optics Sat, 27 Feb 2010 10:52:56 +1000 Candice Monique and The Optics Event Dates Friday, 5th Mar 2010 Event Overview Candice Monique is a talented & unique vocalist/songwriter/poet whose individual vocal and lyrical style fuses Soul, Neo-Soul, Jazz, RnB, Funk, Blues, Folk & Spoken Word. After recording her first demo in Atlanta with producer Professor Griff (Public Enemy) in 2003 and later in Harlem, NYC in 2005 with Neo-Soul Producer, Rich Medina (Jill Scott, Vassy) - Candice Monique returned to her new home in Melbourne and has completed her debut album, "In My Soul" with her stunning five piece band, THE OPTICS. . . Produced by their multi-talented drummer, Choi, the band''s debut album, In My... http://redbennies.com/events/comic-strip http://redbennies.com/events/comic-strip Sat, 27 Feb 2010 10:47:34 +1000 Comic Strip Event Dates Wednesday, 17th Feb 2010 Event Overview Step right up folks! Comic Strip is a night of Stand Up and Strip Tease, a night of belly laughs and nipple tassels, a night of punch lines and high heels. A tag team decathlon of Melbourne''s best Stand ups and Burlesque artistes! Hosted by the Birdman! With comics,. CELIA PACQOULA, Critics Choice Award Winner 2009 Melbourne Comedy. Festival. THE BEDROOM PHILOSOPHER, Directors Choice Award Winner 2009 Melbourne. Comedy Festival. ASHER TRELEAVEN, Barry Award Nominee Melbourne Comedy Festival. and the Burlesque Artistes! . VESPER WHITE, this gal is red hot! . GYPSY WOOD, recently seen... http://redbennies.com/events/cookin-on-three-burners-monkey-brigade http://redbennies.com/events/cookin-on-three-burners-monkey-brigade Sat, 27 Feb 2010 10:38:49 +1000 Cookin on Three Burners, Monkey Brigade Event Dates Friday, 19th Feb 2010 Event Overview COOKIN' ON 3 BURNERS. Cookin' On 3 Burners with Kylie Auldist. Cookin' On 3 Burners are Australia's hardest hitting Hammond Organ Trio - joining the dots between Deep Funk, Raw Soul, Organ Jazz & Boogaloo. Since forming in 2000 the 3-piece have forged a well-earned reputation on the international Deep Funk & Soul scene with a series of acclaimed releases aimed squarely at the dancefloor and the Sunday afternoon barbeque! Jake Mason (Hammond Organ), Lance Ferguson (Guitar) and Ivan Khatchoyan (Drums) formed Cookin' On 3 Burners inspired by the Hammond Soul-Jazz masters such as Jimmy... http://redbennies.com/events/disconotdisco http://redbennies.com/events/disconotdisco Sat, 27 Feb 2010 10:36:14 +1000 DISCOnotDISCO Event Dates Sunday, 31st Jan 2010 Event Overview Disco [dis-koh] –verb a word meaning more than love. First comes like, then love ... and then disco. . Disco not disco –verb a Sunday discoth�que for those who need a release, to get down, get loose and recover to the sounds of disco and funk at Melbourne´s newest music hall and unique performing arts venue, Red Bennies. . Secure a booth or a place on the dance floor, select from a list of 100 cocktails, enjoy mouth watering tapas or create your own brand of mayhem. Double clap to the sounds of our DJs as they take you on a ride through disco, not disco. Directly... http://redbennies.com/events/electric-empire-album-launch http://redbennies.com/events/electric-empire-album-launch Sat, 27 Feb 2010 10:32:40 +1000 Electric Empire Album Launch Event Dates Saturday, 27th Mar 2010 Event Overview Electric Empire is a collaboration of three soulful and talented Australian musicians influenced by the raw sounds of the 70's soul and RnB music revolution. Melbourne's Dennis Dowlut, Jason Heerah and Aaron Mendoza fused their talents together to form a unique band marked to breathe new life into Melbourne's live music scene early 2009. The three band members challenged themselves to create, write and produce an expressive, organic album, channeling from each of their individual skills - digging deep into their souls, roots and foundations in life, and taking inspiration from the music they... http://redbennies.com/events/emancipation http://redbennies.com/events/emancipation Sat, 27 Feb 2010 10:28:09 +1000 Emancipation Event Dates Sunday, 28th Mar 2010 Event Overview The Hanged Man team brings you Emancipation, an afternoon of flesh suspension. Be amazed by extreme feats of human endurance. Not for the squeamish or faint of heart. Sunday 28th March from midday..... Tickets available through The Piercing Urge or online here! . http://redbennies.com/events/hobogestapo-presents-new-odor http://redbennies.com/events/hobogestapo-presents-new-odor Sat, 27 Feb 2010 10:20:12 +1000 Hobogestapo presents 'NEW ODOR' Event Dates Saturday, 23rd Jan 2010 Event Overview . . . "A DISGRACE TO PHOTOGRAPHY". -ANONYMOUS GIRL, 2006. [ A DIVISION OF HOBODYNE ENTERPRISES ]. . . . A PHOTOGRAPHY COLLECTIVE DOCUMENTING NIGHTLIFE, MUSIC, FASHION AND CULTURE..AND IN RECENT TIMES..PRODUCING MORE WEIRD, CONCEPTUAL STUFF.. . www.hobogestapo.com. NEW ODOR by Hobogestapo is the groups latest short film to be premiered at their event of the same name. The film provides an insight into their world and its many characters, with an original narrative that /Rolling Stone/ magazine proclaimed as "gripping". . It will be accompanied by a selection of black and white photos... http://redbennies.com/events/low-rider-amp-polo-club http://redbennies.com/events/low-rider-amp-polo-club Sat, 27 Feb 2010 10:16:20 +1000 Low Rider & Polo Club Event Dates Monday, 1st Feb 2010 Event Overview Lowrider:. . Adelaide´s iconic Lowrider are a testament to the fact that the most integral part of being a successful band is making good music. With smoothly delivered vocals over a simple ensemble of beats, bass and keys, Lowrider create an immaculate fusion of soul and funk. . Emerging onto the Adelaide music scene in late 2003, the foursome met through the city´s tight knit music community after playing in different bands. Brothers Paul and John Bartlett aka Mr Cee and Papa John, teamed with Scott Duncan aka Scotty D and Joe Braithwaite to form Lowrider. . Lowrider´s... http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-house-band-laura-la-reyna http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-house-band-laura-la-reyna Sat, 27 Feb 2010 10:11:13 +1000 RB's House Band, Laura la Reyna Event Dates Saturday, 20th Feb 2010 Event Overview The Red Bennies house band are joined by.... LAURA LA REYNA. Laura is a captivating performer, particularly renowned for her skillful command of the aerial ring and tissu, as well as being skilled in hula hoops and adagio. Laura has honed her circus skills at Vulcana Womens Circus (Brisbane), training with a range of national and international artists and performing in the circus arts for the last six years. Her stage presence and grace have been further developed by drawing upon a number of other disciplines including ballet, capoeira and Suzuki Method performance training. Laura has... http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-house-band-thief-amp-wolfgramm-lilikoi-kaos http://redbennies.com/events/rbs-house-band-thief-amp-wolfgramm-lilikoi-kaos Sat, 27 Feb 2010 10:06:51 +1000 RB's House Band, Thief & Wolfgramm, Lilikoi Kaos Event Dates Saturday, 13th Feb 2010 Event Overview The Red Bennies House Band comprised of some of Melbourne''s finest instrumentalists is a five piece funk / soul outfit presenting music by artists such as The JB''s, Maceo Parker, Tower of Power, The Meters, Soulive and many more. Performing every Saturday night at Red Bennies the line up of Guitar, Bass, Drums, Organ and Saxophone mimics the classic 60''s sould of funk/soul. Lookout for saxophonist Carlo Barbaro blasting out the themes we all know and love. Don''t miss the party on Saturday nights with The Red Bennies House Band. Matt Fagan - Guitar / Carlo Barbaro - Tenor Saxophone... http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-cabaret-laura-la-reyna-amp-hazel-block http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-cabaret-laura-la-reyna-amp-hazel-block Sat, 27 Feb 2010 10:01:22 +1000 Red Bennies Cabaret: Laura la Reyna & Hazel Block Event Dates Saturday, 27th Feb 2010 Event Overview LAURA LA REYNA. Laura is a captivating performer, particularly renowned for her skillful command of the aerial ring and tissue, as well as being skilled in hula hoops and adagio. Laura has honed her circus skills at Vulcana Women's Circus (Brisbane), training with a range of national and international artists and performing in the circus arts for the last six years. Her stage presence and grace have been further developed by drawing upon a number of other disciplines including ballet, capoeira and Suzuki Method performance training. Laura has delighted audiences at a variety of events... http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-est-2010---soft-launch-party http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-est-2010---soft-launch-party Sat, 27 Feb 2010 09:39:57 +1000 Red Bennies Est 2010 - Soft Launch Party Event Dates Friday, 22nd Jan 2010 Event Overview COOKIN' ON 3 BURNERS & KYLIE AULDIST. Cookin' On 3 Burners are Australia's hardest hitting Hammond Organ Trio - joining the dots between Deep Funk, Raw Soul, Organ Jazz & Boogaloo. Since forming in 2000 the 3-piece have forged a well-earned reputation on the international Deep Funk & Soul scene with a series of acclaimed releases aimed squarely at the dancefloor and the Sunday afternoon barbeque! . Jake Mason (Hammond Organ), Lance Ferguson (Guitar) and Ivan Khatchoyan (Drums) formed Cookin' On 3 Burners inspired by the Hammond Soul-Jazz masters such as Jimmy Smith, Reuben Wilson... http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-friday-night-launch http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-friday-night-launch Sat, 27 Feb 2010 08:44:50 +1000 Red Bennies Friday Night Launch Event Dates Friday, 5th Feb 2010 Event Overview The Melodics. The Melodics are a 5 piece live revivalist hip-hop act, with synth heavy rock grooves and new wave rap flavours. Think David Bowie meets Kayne West or Joy Division meets Santogold, minus the eye-patch, ego, depression and gold leggings and you'll get something close to The Melodics. After releasing their debut album d in 2009, The Melodics hit the Festival circuit including Stereosonic, Pyramid Rock, Kiss My Grass and St Kilda Fest, whilst touring up the coast with Phrase in-between. Now see The Melodics return to the more intermit setting of Red Bennies on Friday February 5th... http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-saturday-launch http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-saturday-launch Sat, 27 Feb 2010 08:32:33 +1000 Red Bennies Saturday Launch Event Dates Saturday, 6th Feb 2010 Event Overview COOKIN' ON 3 BURNERS & KYLIE AULDIST. Cookin' On 3 Burners are Australia's hardest hitting Hammond Organ Trio - joining the dots between Deep Funk, Raw Soul, Organ Jazz & Boogaloo. Since forming in 2000 the 3-piece have forged a well-earned reputation on the international Deep Funk & Soul scene with a series of acclaimed releases aimed squarely at the dancefloor and the Sunday afternoon barbeque! Jake Mason (Hammond Organ), Lance Ferguson (Guitar) and Ivan Khatchoyan (Drums) formed Cookin' On 3 Burners inspired by the Hammond Soul-Jazz masters such as Jimmy Smith, Reuben Wilson... http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-sundays-lunch http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-sundays-lunch Sat, 27 Feb 2010 08:19:28 +1000 Red Bennies Sundays Lunch Event Dates Sunday, 21st Feb 2010 Event Overview Gather round now young folk and prepare ye to be pleasantly surprised (and maybe a little bit aroused.) RED BENNIES has thrown open it's door's and is offering a cultural baptism by fire for Melbourne's south-side residents. Revisiting Vaudevillian times Red Bennies is the newest venue to open on melbourne well trodden skid row of sorts. Sundays are being helmed by the infamous Andee Frost who has summoned a band of Melbourne city's best disco dj's including but not limited to Otologic, Askew, Jason Martin, Francis Chang, Inkswel, Dave Chestwig, Sunshine(revisiting her roots), Mr George, Damo... http://redbennies.com/events/ross-irwins---university-challenge http://redbennies.com/events/ross-irwins---university-challenge Sat, 27 Feb 2010 08:06:52 +1000 Ross Irwin's - University Challenge Event Dates Friday, 19th Mar 2010 Event Overview “University Challenge” is an all-star band (Jackson Jackson/The Bamboos/The Cat Empire) of Australia´s fiercest, most devilishly handsome and well dressed Mod/Psych/Beat/Garage Rock musicians. Raised by wolves for many a year in the damp back alleys of Melbourne inner west, these boys put on a 60s beat party like you´ve never seen before.". On lead vocals and various harmonica ramblings is the suspiciously energetic Roscoe James Irwin (The Bamboos, The Cat Empire), also on vocals and various jangly bits is acclaimed avenger from the west, Kieran Conrau (The Cat... http://redbennies.com/events/the-dampg-experience http://redbennies.com/events/the-dampg-experience Sat, 27 Feb 2010 08:04:47 +1000 The D&G Experience Event Dates Thursday, 28th Jan 2010 Friday, 29th Jan 2010 Saturday, 30th Jan 2010 Sunday, 31st Jan 2010 Event Overview Britain and Australia''s finest cabaret divas - Diamond and Gallagher - unite for four fabulous shows this Midsumma. . . Already one of the biggest acts in the UK and having worked extensively across Europe, Dolly Diamond now calls Australia home and is fast proving herself to be one of the country''s premier cabaret performers. She is a rare and unique act that manages to combine cutting edge comedy with a vocal talent that sets her apart from so many in this business we call show. . Green Room and ALSO Award-winning cabaret impresario Luke Gallagher has performed around Australia and... http://redbennies.com/events/the-melodics-gypsy-wood http://redbennies.com/events/the-melodics-gypsy-wood Sat, 27 Feb 2010 08:00:10 +1000 The Melodics, Gypsy Wood Event Dates Friday, 12th Feb 2010 Event Overview The Melodics. The Melodics are a 5 piece live revivalist hip-hop act, with synth heavy rock grooves and new wave rap flavours. Think David Bowie meets Kayne West or Joy Division meets Santogold, minus the eye-patch, ego, depression and gold leggings and you''ll get something close to The Melodics. After releasing their debut album d in 2009, The Melodics hit the Festival circuit including Stereosonic, Pyramid Rock, Kiss My Grass and St Kilda Fest, whilst touring up the coast with Phrase in-between. Now see The Melodics return to the more intermit setting of Red Bennies on Friday February 5th... http://redbennies.com/events/the-shuffle-club-james-manx http://redbennies.com/events/the-shuffle-club-james-manx Sat, 27 Feb 2010 07:54:42 +1000 The Shuffle Club, James Manx Event Dates Friday, 26th Feb 2010 Event Overview THE SHUFFLE CLUB. Their style is most easily described as a hot blend of jazz, swing, blues, boogie but that hardly does justice to their raw energy and enthusiasm – the kind of energy that will bring you to your feet and onto the dance floor before you even quite know what is happening. This four-piece line up of sax, double bass, piano and drums, is not the kind of band to sit back on their laurels – all the performers play a vast array of instruments and are singers as well and whilst they work together to create the kind of musical harmony some bands can only dream of, every... http://redbennies.com/events/thursday-bitches-brew http://redbennies.com/events/thursday-bitches-brew Sat, 27 Feb 2010 07:52:06 +1000 Thursday: Bitches Brew Event Dates Thursday, 18th Feb 2010 Event Overview RB's Thursday nights resident djs are joined by DJ Manchild. Manchild is a stalwart of the Melbourne soul, funk and hiphop scene, having supported acts including; Sharon Jones and The Dap-Kings (US), Black Keys (US), DJ Roc Raida (US), Tim Dog (US), Labjacd, DJ Rafik (GER), Illzilla, Betty Harris (US), DJ Z-Trip (US), Aloe Blacc (US), DJ Dexter, Cookin' On Three Burners, Eddie Bo (US), Ohmega Watts (US), Marc Hype & Jim Dunloop (Germany). http://redbennies.com/events/unenlightened-and-alone---james-kingsford-smith- http://redbennies.com/events/unenlightened-and-alone---james-kingsford-smith- Sat, 27 Feb 2010 07:47:26 +1000 Unenlightened and Alone - James Kingsford-Smith Event Dates Tuesday, 2nd Feb 2010 Event Overview A comedy of truth - uniquely hilarious, exceptionally acrobatic yet shamefully human! This one-man circus show, by an ex-Cirque du Soleil performer, pushes the physical and emotional limits of what is expected of the circus arts. Exploring the common experience of being alone in a very uncommon way! James Kingsford-Smith. James began his training in Gymnastics at the age of 5 and has been performing since he was 15. . He has astounded audiences at international circus competitions, professional arts markets, major sporting ceremonies and just recently, performed with the circus phenomena,... http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-bitches-brew-launch http://redbennies.com/events/red-bennies-bitches-brew-launch Sat, 27 Feb 2010 07:26:00 +1000 Red Bennies Bitches Brew Launch Event Dates Thursday, 4th Feb 2010 Event Overview THIEF AND ELIZA WOLFGRAM. Thief & Eliza is all about low slung, bass heavy soul. Both accomplished solo artists Thief (aka gsan) and Eliza (of the infamous Wolfgramm Sisters) are a potent combination. Thiefs intricate sampling, scratching, mpc drumming and djing is sweetly complemented by the slow burning sultry tone of one of Australias finest female voices. Live sets involve a combination of original beats, reedits and innovative covers. The duo only paired for the last six months have an impressive array of recent supports including national appearances with Fat Freddys Drop (NZ) &...