Beaux Arts Ball 2013

Other Entertainment
Rebel Riot Revue

REBEL RIOT REVUE PRODUCTIONS

Founded in 2011, Rebel Riot Revue started as a burlesque troupe and has since grown into a production company that oversees the production and booking of burlesque, fire, comedy, dance and drag performers who are seasoned, professional and intensely dedicated. We strive to preserve the art form of classic burlesque and advance the art form of neo burlesque in our variety shows through informed, empowering performance art, glamorous and theatrical performers, and the utmost respect for our audience. Our performers' styles range from elegant to exotic, comedic to classic, modern to marvelous, all while maintaining an air of jaw-dropping joie de vivre and classy charisma. We cordially invite you to join us for an evening of glitz and guffaw that will leave you wanting more!

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Lexington Fashion Collaborative

FASHION SHOW

Presented by The Lexington Fashion Collaboratve
www.lexingtonfashion.org

The Lexington Fashion Collaborative are a group of artists who all have the desire to express their creativity through fashion. The collaborative consists of designers, photographers, stylist, models, and hair/makeup artists. Their mission is to bring awareness to Lexington’s growing fashion scene and to provide local individuals with a platform on which to display their talents. With the introduction of more fashion projects and events to the Lexington area they give individuals an opportunity to network with others that are involved in the fashion industry.


DRAG SHOW by IMPERIAL COURT OF KENTUCKY

The Imperial Court of Kentucky, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit charity with a special outreach to the GLBT community of Kentucky. Founded in 1982 and based on the savants of manner of English royalty, the Imperial Court of Kentucky is a charter member of the International Court System with over 70 other courts across North America. The Court provides a social outlet and recognition to the LGBT community and its supporters through frequent events, such as the Falsie Awards, all while raising funds for local charitable causes.

Trinity is the current Empress for the Imperial Court of Kentucky. She has worked with the Imperial Court of Kentucky since starting drag in 2005. She has also competed nationally at The Miss United States pageant system where she represented Miss WV United States in 2010. Trinity also has been a cast member at both Pulse Nightlife and The Bar Complex.

ShotZ has been entertaining audiences for 3 years. She gives of her time and talent to help local charities through the works of the Imperial Court of Kentucky for which she served as Empress XXX. This fun-loving, sassy gal is excited to make her second appearance at the Beaux Arts Ball!

Jayda St. James has been doing drag for a year now and is excited to make her first Beaux Arts’ Ball appearance. She explains that drag has been an amazing experience - learning, meeting new people and the opportunities that have came from performing. She invites everyone to come see her perform at her home bar - Pulse Nightlife!!!

J.D. Vaughn has been a regular performer at the Beaux Arts Ball for 12 years. She was Empress 22 of the Imperial Court of Kentucky. She is currently active with the Imperial Court of Kentucky and the Lexington Pride Festival Committee. J.D. also co-owns Lexington’s Show Bar, Pulse Nightlife, where you can see an amazing drag show Thursday – Saturday each week!



AMALGAMATION FIRE NATION

Amalgamation Fire Nation is a professional collection of dazzling dancers and performers. Showing grand proficiency with props such as hula hoops, poi, fans, balancing pots, and levitating wands! The Amalgamation Fire Nation (AFN) produces a spectacle not likely to be seen anywhere else in the region. AFN utilizes a full range of classic and modern fire tools and techniques, spinning fireballs on chains (known as poi), flames that seem to be suspended in mid-air, acrobatic feats with flaming hula-hoops, or even a performer spitting a ball of fire fifteen feet into the air! 

Performers include:
Blake Pawley, Eric Myers, Jonah Digirolamo, Paige Hankla, Marie Conger, Cheryl Robinson, and Mary Lawson.


UK DANCE ENSEMBLE

UKDE is a student-run organization giving members the opportunity to grow as dancers. The UK Dance Ensemble is designed to give students the opportunity to explore a variety of dance styles, improve technique, present choreography, and perform.

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POI DANCERS

Poi spinners and hoop dancers Hannah Daniel and Erin Hardy are local performers who spin anywhere from the local park to music festivals and shows ranging from Electric Forest in Rothbury, Michigan to Buku down in New Orleans. Being two best friends, they love to dance together and spin at shows with LED lights and and the performance art of manipulating the circle.


Performers: Hannah Daniel and Erin Hardy