Review: Boylexe

Review: Boylexe

Hot on the high heels of cult show Burlexe, its sister production Boylexe took over the incandescently chic confines of the Shadow Lounge inSoho last Wednesday, for the first of two engagements. A show that mixes male burlesque with monologues, live music, gender...
Cabaret on Commission: Masochism on a Deadline

Cabaret on Commission: Masochism on a Deadline

Tension, restrictions and deadlines. Why do variety artists like to create acts on commission? Hula Hoop performer Daisy Black takes a look at the challenges and rewards that a pre-determined premise has brought to her and to other cabarati. Creating a routine is...
In Pictures: Boylexe

In Pictures: Boylexe

The boys were out in full force (and full frontal) for the sold-out debut of Boylexe on September 26th. A male burlesque follow-up to theatrical sensation Burlexe, the show featured singer Kele le Roc on hosting duties, as well as performances and dramatic monologues...