 “SYRENS OF THE SOUTH PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS: THE FIRST ANNUAL SOUTHERN FRIED BULESQUE FEST!” Who: Syrens of the South Productions What: Southern Fried Burlesque Fest When: Thurs, March 10 – Sunday, March 13, 2011 Tickets: Weekend passes and tickets can be purchased at www.southernfriedburlesquefest.com Where: Holiday Inn Hotel and Conference Center 130 Clairemont Ave Decatur, Georgia 30030 Body Text: Syrens of the South is known for putting on amazing shows and bringing in the best performers from all over the country - now they’re taking the next step and producing the First Annual Southern Fried Burlesque Fest! The festival offers a full weekend of shows, classes, and special events. For example, Syrens will be kicking off the festival with the Atlanta Premiere of the award-winning documentary "Dirty Martini and the New Burlesque", including a Q&A after the screening with Dirty Martini and Director Gary Beeber. Friday Night brings you The Free Range Burlesque International Showcase, featuring performances by Miss Exotic World 2004 and No. 1 in the "Burlesque Top 50" for 2009 and 2010, Dirty Martini; The Headmistress of the New York School of Burlesque, Jo Boobs; Burlesque Legends Tiffany Carter and Gyna Rose Jewel, as well as other amazing performers from all over the world! Saturday Night is the main event: The Southern Fried Burlesque Pageant has performers competing for Best Duet, Best Variety, and the first ever Southern Fried Burlesque Queen! After the awards ceremony, you can let your hair down at the Dirty South Showcase with performers from all over the Southeast, headlined by The “Godfather” of Atlanta Burlesque, Torchy Taboo! There will be additional panels, events, and classes on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for all skill levels. Whether you want to learn from the beginning or fine tune your craft, this festival will have activities for all levels and aspects of burlesque, including How to Make Headdresses, How to Be a Pin-up Model, Make-up and Hair tutorials, Burlesque Business and Marketing classes, MC/Hosting instruction, and Dance classes from seasoned burlesque performers, teachers, and legends, so you can leave the festival with all the tools you need to be the next Burlesque Superstar! Don’t worry guys -all genders are welcome to attend classes! Burlesque is the art of the striptease, with a focus on the tease. The performers occasionally strip to pasties, but there is no nudity in any of our productions. This show is a revival of an American art form that has become an international movement. Contact: Katherine Neslund Syrens of the South Productions, LLC syrensofthesouth@gmail.com www.syrensofthesouth.com (404) 333-8169 Southern Fried Burlesque Fest southernfriedburlesquefest@gmail.com www.southernfriedburlesquefest.com Add Comment Vegas or Bust Show March 13, 2010! 02/19/2010
 “SYRENS OF THE SOUTH, HAVE PASTIES, WILL TRAVEL!” Who: Syrens of the South Productions What: Vegas or Bust! When: Saturday, March 13, 2010 Doors: First show at 7pm, second show at 10pm $10 in Advance, $15 at the door Where: Little Tree Studios (Behind The James Joyce) 2842 Franklin St Avondale Estates, GA 30002 Body: Every year the best burlesque performers in the country gather together the first weekend in June to attend the annual Burlesque Hall of Fame Reunion Weekend and Reigning Queen of Burlesque Pageant! How do they get there? How are the performers picked? Performers from all over the world dust off their pasties, put on their best dress and take it off in front of a camera to submit to this event! March 13, 2010 at Little Tree Studios, we will be filming for many of the Atlanta performers to give them a chance to shine in Fabulous Las Vegas Nevada! Tickets sales will go to pay for the video footage and editing so even if you can't make it buying a ticket is like making a donation to these girls to help their dreams come true! Not only will the videos be used to submit to the Burlesque Hall of Fame, but also to New York Burlesque Fest, Texas Burlesque Fest, New Orleans Burlesque Fest, Paris, Amsterdam, etc... so this is an opportunity to help spred the Atlanta love all over the country, and in some cases, THE WORLD! Speaking of the World. Atlanta's very own, The Lady, Miss Vagina Jenkins has been accepted to perform in the London Burlesque Festival in April and needs help raising some dough to get there. We will be having a raffle at the end of the 7pm and 10pm shows to help raise money for this very special lady to send her across the pond to show off the amazingness of Atlanta burlesque like a missionary going to a 3rd world country. So come on down and support your local burlesque performers and help them shine all across the country and the world! Burlesque is the art of the striptease, with a focus on the tease. The performers occasionally strip to pasties, but there is no nudity in any of our productions. This show is a revival of an American art form that has become an international movement. Contact: Katherine Neslund & Lydia Velazquez syrensofthesouth@gmail.com www.syrensofthesouth.com Mechanical Masquerade on January 16, 2010 12/20/2009
 Come one come all to the Syrens of the South’s Mechanical Masquerade of Marvels and Merriment! Here now marks the first in the series of semi-monthly events brought to you by the marvellous mistresses of petticoats, frills, and thrills – the Syrens of the South. Come enjoy this maiden voyage away from the standard burlesques and enter into a world of neo-Victorian anachronistic characters. An evening filled with brass, leather, steam and SCIENCE! Modelled after the fantastic sub-genre of fiction, fashion, and music often called Steampunk or Victoriana. This event series promises to highlight fine vendors, entertaining amusements, and music that would make Jules Verne proud. With song selections playing through the night by the illustrious host of the evening, the notorious Doctor Q, the evening promises to cater to all types from any time period. For those with finer tastes, there will be performances sprinkled through the evening to delight and defy the sharpest of imagination. And the lords and ladies may even wish to peruse the displays by the artists, vendors, and sponsors such as Anachrocon, the Clockwork Cabaret, Extraordinary Contraptions, Gentlemen’s Emporium, Penny Dreadful Productions and more. So hop upon your horseless carriage, time travelling machine, airship, or otherwise and be sure to attend the festivities to dance, shop, and enjoy the cavalcade of clockworks and carousing in your finest threads or scavenged and assembled attire. And remember, the finest threads have a chance of winning our costume contest with prizes donated by Abney Park, Cherie Priest and more! January Classes! 12/16/2009
“Syrens of the South roll out the next ABC’s and 123’s Class Schedule!!!” Who: The Professors of Syrens of the South Productions What: The ABC's and 123's of Burlesque class series schedule When: Classes begin January 10th Where: Syrens of the South Rehearsal Space at Little Tree Studios 2842 Franklin Street Avondale Estates, GA 30002 www.syrensofthesouth.com Syrens of the South began doing private lectures about the history of burlesque in 2007. In 2008 the Syrens began offering their ABCs & 123s of Burlesque Class Series which includes teachers from many performers in Atlanta including Creative Loafing's Best Burlesque Performer 2008, The Lady Miss Vagina Jenkins, the internationally renowned Renea'le Roux and the Syrens themselves. The first student showcase was in August 0f 2008, one year after the Syrens first full show. The classes in this series have been taught in Chicago, Asheville and New Orleans. Come take classes from some of the best in Atlanta and find your inner burlesque star! ABCs & 123s Burlesque Classes are $20 each or you can by a four class pass for $60 saving you $20. Workshops do have a minimum attendance requirement, so if you plan to be there please send us an email to pre-register at syrensofthesouth@gmail.com no later than 5pm the Friday before the scheduled class if you have not already prepaid for the class or if you are planning on using a class pass. All classes are intended for ages 18+, all sexes, genders and sexual preferences unless otherwise noted. There is no nudity in any of our classes or productions. Jan 10 noon-2pm “Beginning Burlesque Movement and History with Katherine Lashe” She will present information on the history of burlesque, followed by a how to on the basic moves and creative process that goes into making a burlesque persona. Students will hear anecdotes collected by Katherine Lashe from actual Burlesque American Icons such as Tura Santana, Satan’s Angel and more! They’ll also answer the age old questions of names, fringe, and pasties! Students will be encouraged to wear lose fitted clothing and comfortable shoes and be prepared to not only take notes, but also be ready to practice beginning burlesque movements and peels!!! Beginning Burlesque Books will be available for $5. 2pm-4pm “You've Got It! Now Flaunt It! With Rosie Palms” Being a goddess isn’t about the way you look, its something that comes from inside. Feeling sexy makes a woman sexy. It’s all in the attitude! Find out how to minimize body issues through the magic of costuming, while maximizing your most attractive features and flaunt them without fear for an audience of 1 or 100! Class requirements: dancing shoes, clean underwear and a naughty attitude. This class is intended for women only. Jan 17 noon-2pm “Pastie Making with Talloolah Love” Talloolah Love teaches the fine art of making your own pasties! She will teach the practicalities of making, wearing and performing with pasties! Many of the materials required will be provided with a $5 materials charge; however you are encouraged to bring needles, thread, and scissors. Each student will be going home with their very own pasties! 2pm-4pm “The Art, Architecture and History of Hosiery with Kisa von Teasa” Many of us go to a random store and grab some hose with a mix of apathy and dread. Then, there are people that look and feel each and every pair. Testing for stretch, texture and opacity. They know the secret of a good weapon when they see one. Let Kisa von Teasa teach you the art of stocking removal. This can add quite the dramatic element to any performance. Do you want it short and snappy or do you savor a slow burn? Whatever you do, don’t underestimate this skill in the Burlesque Performer’s repertoire. In this class Kisa von Teasa will show you exactly how a pair a thigh-hi’s can be a tool of deadly mesmerism. You will need: At least two pair of either Thigh-Hi’s or Garter hose. Do not bring your favourite as you may rip them in practice. Pumps without straps, so that you can easily slip them on and off, Garter Belt, Clothing that you can have easy access to said garter belt and hose, pretty Burly-Q panties, tap pants, and/or a skirt will do. (There will be hosiery for sale at the class as well) Jan 24 noon-2pm "Give 'Em Some! With Ursula Undress" We all know that, like the rhinestone, the art of burlesque has many facets. Not only do you need to master the art of taking it off, costuming, and hair and make-up, you also need to have some real stage presence and audience interaction. This class will help you get over your fear of being on stage, get comfortable with eye contact, and warm you up with basic acting techniques - all guaranteed to bring out your inner Tigress...or Goddess, or sex kitten, or saucy wench....the list goes on and on. Please wear clothes that you can really move and stretch in. 2pm-4pm “Move to the Music with Ursula Undress” This basic movement class is a dance class for dancers and non-dancers alike. Learn how to travel across stage, work with your body, and emphasize what you've got. Special attention is paid to improvising with music and adding spice to your number through "pow" moves. Please wear clothes to dance in and either the shoes you are performing in, or something similar. Jan 31 noon-2pm “Costuming for your body with Renea’le Roux” Let award winning costumer Renea’le Roux help you find the right outfit for your body type. From hem length and shape, to gloves and corset style, bust lines and accessories. Renea’le Roux will help you find the ultimate outfit to maximize your assets and enhance your performance through your wardrobe. 2pm-4pm "Burlesque costuming on a budget with Vagina Jenkins” Creative Loafing’s 2008 Best Burlesque performer will share her tried and true method of manoeuvring a tight budget with a broad imagination. You will get to bring your creation home with you to begin your process of building your very first burlesque costume! Class requirements: Bra or Panties to decorate, any trims beads or baubles you want to bring, there will be supplies provided for the class. Playing catch up... 10/26/2009
So much to catch up on.... We got a great review on Examiner.com from the show we did for Mon Cherie's Rockabilly Lounge, here's a segment: "Syrens of the South featured several amazing burlesque performers, and they also threw in a magic show by a handsome vampire magician for the ladies! Hostess for Syrens of the South Katherine Lashe was also a pleasure to watch. Her mix of humor, allure, and sarcasm resembled the lounge lizards of the past, but she brought the style back to life. My favorite performance throughout the night was Renea' LeRoux. She did burlesque as the Queen of Hearts, in a beautiful costume she designed herself. Not only is the buxom beauty nice to look at, but she gives these coy and almost evil glances that really add to her performance. She's definitely one to look out for!"  This past weekend we opened for Unknown Hinson at Variety Playhouse and it was an amazing experience. Coming up: We have two shows on Halloween so check out the calendar for all the details! One from 6-11 for you early types and one from 10-dawn for you late night types! Also, there's a poll for the top 50 burlesque performers and you can nominate any five performers, MCs, teachers, etc.... and we'd love to see some local Atlanta talent in that top 50! Katherine Lashe, Talloolah Love, Renea'le Roux, Ursula Undress, D'lilah D'lite, Rosie Palms, John Carney...they're all great choices from the Syrens of the South family. This week.... 10/11/2009
Yesterday we performed at the Rockabilly Lounge and found out we'd been mentioned in this article on Examiner.com. Lots of photos from the previous Rockabilly Lounge in September so you can see what you may have missed or just relive the glory! Now onto this week! Don't forget that this Friday, Oct 16th is the last day to vote in InSite Atlanta's Best of Poll! If you enter votes for 10 catagpries you are entered in for a prize! So why not go and vote and be sure to write in Best Burlesque Troupe at the bottom and vote for Syrens of the South! Not sure who else to vote for? Here's some suggestions: Best Brunch: The James Joyce Best Cajun: Big Easy Best Coffee House: Aurora Coffee Best Diner: The Majestic Best Inexpensive Reastaurant: Kyoto Joes Best Pizza: Savage Pizza Avondale Estates Best Seafood: Oceanaire Best Japanese: Ru Sans Edgewood Best Local Music: Uncle Daddy's and the Kissing Cousins Best Pub: The James Joyce Best Lounge: The Highland Inn Ballroom Lounge Best Small Music Venue: Little Tree Studios Best Hip Clothing Store: Junkman's Daughter or Pin-up Girls Cosmetics Best Nail Salon: Le Nail Salon Best Tattoo Parlor: East Atlanta Tattoo Best Spa: Sweet Grass Write In: Best Burlesque: Syrens of the South Friday, Oct 16th, Bart Webb's Birthday Bash at Little Tree Studios! Come celebrate his 50th birthday in style with live bands, Syrens of the South Burlesque and great art! 8pm-??? ABCs & 123s of Burlesque Classes on Sunday, Oct 18th at Little Tree Studios! Register at www.syrensofthesouth.com noon-2pm “The Business of Burlesque with Katherine Lashe” Katherine Lashe has put together a class for people who want to take their Burlesque and performance career to the next level. She will expound on how to get your name out there and recognized on a larger scale, go over how to get the seats occupied, and how to negotiate your bookings. Whether you are a hobbyist or a professional this class is essential. Katherine Lashe, along with her business partner, began Syrens of the South Productions almost three years ago. Its resounding success has been a testament to her past managerial positions and booking finesse garnered through years of experience and trial and error. 2-4pm “Burlesque Movement and Props with Katherine Lashe” Students will be instructed in basic movements and the use of typical burlesque props such as parasols, chairs, canes and fans. Class participation is required, so students attending the class should wear comfortable clothes and high heeled shoes or character shoes. Students are encouraged to bring their own props, some will be available to borrow or purchase at the class. Little Tree Studios 2842 Franklin St Avondale Estates, GA 3000  Thank you all so much for making our baby company 1st Runner-up in this very tough competition. Our friends Dames Aflame and Blastoff Burlesque TIED for the title! We're so excited to be mentioned along side them as they're both part of the reason we exsist today! You can check out the results for yourself: http://atlantahappenings.creativeloafing.com/gbase/BestOf/BestOfAwards?Award=oid%3A543971 So we hope to see you all at The Rockabilly Lounge this Saturday as we'll be performing AND celebrating! This recognition was a wonderful surprise to go along with the article about our up coming classes that came out this past Friday!  Syrens of the South Syrens of the South want to show you sexy September 18, 2009 at 3:48 pm by Kelli Goldman From the history of burlesque to “flaunting it because you’ve got it,” and other hands-on workshops, the Syrens of the South continues its ABCs and 123s of Burlesque class series this weekend. Classes are held at Little Tree Studios, 2842 Franklin St., Avondale Estates, and are $20 each, or you can buy a four class pass for $60. Here’s the full schedule: All classes are intended for all genders unless otherwise noted! Sept 20 – Noon-2pm “Beginning Burlesque Movement and History with Katherine Lashe” She will present information on the history of burlesque, followed by a how to on the basic moves and creative process that goes into making a burlesque persona. Students will hear anecdotes collected by Katherine Lashe from actual Burlesque American Icons such as Tura Santana, Satan’s Angel and more! They’ll also answer the age old questions of names, fringe, and pasties! Students will be encouraged to wear lose fitted clothing and comfortable shoes and be prepared to not only take notes, but also be ready to practice beginning burlesque movements and peels!!! Beginning Burlesque Books will be available for $5. 2pm-4pm “Burlesque costuming on a budget with Vagina Jenkins” Creative Loafing’s 2008 Best Burlesque performer will share her tried and true method of manoeuvring a tight budget with a broad imagination. You will get to bring your creation home with you to begin your process of building your very first burlesque costume! Class requirements: Bra or Panties to decorate, any trims beads or baubles you want to bring, there will be supplies provided for the class. Sept 27 – Noon-2pm “Pastie Making with Talloolah Love” Talloolah Love teaches the fine art of making your own pasties! She will teach the practicalities of making, wearing and performing with pasties! Many of the materials required will be provided with a $5 materials charge; however you are encouraged to bring needles, thread, and scissors. Each student will be going home with their very own set of pasties the made in class! 2-4pm “Hepcat’s Vaudeville: The Nickel Tour” with Hepcat Mike Take the scenic route through vaudeville as Hepcat Mike (the illegitimate lovechild of Henny Youngman and Phyllis Diller) begins with early 19th century variety shows and continues the tour through polite early vaudeville, down dangerous back alleys of Burlesque, into the cinema which was both classical Vaudeville’s saviour and doom. But fear not, the current neo-burlesque and vaudeville revival proves that everything old is new again. Want more? Hepcat gives the shortcuts to building your vaudeville library, with suggestions on texts for further reading and info on where to find the most jam-packed video archives for this important, ever-growing art form. | SoS NewsNewsletters about classes, shows, auditions and other important announcements! ArchivesAugust 2011 CategoriesAll |
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