Big Top Bottoms Up - Burlesque Show

2nd Annual Big Top Bottoms Up Burlesque Show 'Winter Wonderland'

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For Immediate Release

After one year of producing burlesque shows, Miss Frankie Teaseis ready to do some partying! What better way to celebrate than to go right back where she produced
her first Full Burlesque Show, at Kelly's Olympian, one year ago Dec., 2008?!

The new show includes most the debut show cast: Miss Frankie Tease, Meghan Mayhem, Jewels, plus added local talent: Burlesque by Lucky Lucy O'Rebel and Go Go by
Adora, as well as music and dance guests.

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The event will be a benefit and Baby Shower for Meghan Mayhem who is expecting

and there will be an exciting Live Tattoo Exhibit of Miss Frankie
Tease's very first ever tattoo, by Mad Marcii of Lady Luck Tattoo. It will also serve as a belated Happy New Year show, just like the Original monthly Big Top Bottoms Up [ Jan. 7, 2009 at Kelly's Olympian]

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Big Top Bottoms Up Burlesque Show is "A Historic Event at a Historic
Venue" that pays tribute tovintage roots in Burlesque at a venue housed above Portland's original
Shanghai Tunnels. The 3rd longest running bar in Portland, it is a registered historic landmark,
and has expanded into a second show room capacity of about 100, that is called "The Knife Shop".
Expect Surprises, Disguises, and Raffle Prizes at this lively spectacle of bepasited wonders! Ring in the new year one more time and say good bye to 2009!

Event Sponsors Include:

Kelly's Olympian

42 Below Vodka

Lady Luck Tattoo

Bart's Barber Shop

GirlPartiesPDX

Advance tickets available at www.girlpartiespdx.com

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Event Contact: Miss Frankie Tease

Phone Line: 503 560-7427

Email: girlpartiespdx@gmail.com

Event Photo:
Miss Frankie Tease by Chuck Saxe
http://tinyurl.com/jan7btbu2010

Event Poster:
http://tinyurl.com/btbujan7-2010

BIG TOP BOTTOMS UP NAME RETIRED

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This just in..

For 4 months Dec til March, I put together and ran a really fun show at Kelly's Olympian:

Big Top Bottoms Up! A Great venue: Kelly's Olympian is a 100 year old 3rd longest

running bar in Portland OR. When I left the show after March 4th,

I handed it over to Zora Phoenix.

It was a tough decision, but I decided to let them continue using the name I created. Now that

it's a couple months in, I realize it's too confusing! A Lot of people still think it's my show,

and it's not.

I'm not sure what the name will be yet, but the name is changing. So look for a new

Burlesque Show in the 1st Wednesady slot where BIG TOP BOTTOMS UP used to be.

It had a good run! But it's almost like false advertising to let the name continue when

the producer isn't there, and the show has changed.

Good luck with the name change Zora!

Miss Frankie Tease

www.girlpartiespdx.com

Big Top Bottoms Up has a new internet home! WWW.BIGTOPBOTTOMSUP.COM

2009-03-17T19:06:00.001-07:00

There is a new presenter in town!

Red Head Productions has got you covered on

Big Top Bottoms Up Burlesque Revue

Held at Kelly's Olympian Every First Wednesday

Your Emcee: Miss Zora Phoenix

is still your host and is now booking and running the show.

Miss Frankie Tease of GirlPartiesPDX is busy with a brand new monthly show at CRUSH.

So Keep first Wedensdays on your calendar for

Big Top Bottoms Up and view

Now....visit a new blog for

TEASE TIME : A Modern Burlesque Show

at -----> http://girlpartiespdx.blogspot.com/

New Show each 4th Friday at Crush 9pm / 21+ / $7

http://www.crushbar.com/

TEASE TIME: A Modern Burlesque Show
Cost: $7 (Includes Raffle Ticket) / 21+

Catch regional favorite "modern burlesque" solo performers,

in an intimate comfortable modern setting.

Hosted by Miss Frankie Tease

Crush offers delectible drink combinations,
and Full Dinner Menu with Vegan choices.
Make it a dinner theater experience.

Raffles by Lady Luck Tattoo
www.ladylucktattoo.net

Bart's Barber Shop

Brass Pole Boutique

More about the talent www.girlpartiespdx.com
photo album of kick off show at
http://s471.photobucket.com/albums/rr73/GirlPartiesPDX/SundayTeaseTimeCrush/March15/

Come for the Tease!

More about the lovely Crush http://www.crushbar.com/

View our slideshow of Mar. 15th's kick off!

Big Top Bottoms Up will WOW you only if you show up! Wear a Toga for prizes to die for, or just enjoy the madness & Stellar entertainment 3/4 @ 8pm

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Let us stun you with our stellar entertainment!

Spectacular Comedic Host: Miss Kitty Big Time is here to rock your world!

This is the TOGA edition! It's time to Rock a Toga for amazing prizes .....Take home original pin-up art, sensual products, s&m stuff made from bike materials (oh my), lingerie, a tarot reading, just to name a few!

And the rediculously talented group that will entertain you consists of:

Pin Key Lee coming all the way from San Francisco!

The Shimmy Madness of Belly
Dancer Portland Favorite: Jewels

And Bringing home the Irish for this
March we welcome : Lucky Lucy O'Rebel!

Live Music with Boy & Bean

A Historic location with history making talent.. and it only happens once a month!

WHAT: Big Top Bottoms Up Burlesque & Variety Show : Idus Martiae
WHERE: Kelly's Olympian - 426 sw Washington
WHEN: Wed. Mar. 4th Doors 7pm / Show 8pm / $7 / 21+

CONTACT: Miss Frankie Tease (table reservations) 503 382-9321 email: girlpartiespdx@gmail.com

Big Top Bottoms Up Burlesque & Variety Show : Idus Martiae
Kelly's Olympian - 426 sw Washington
Wed. Mar. 4th Doors 7pm / Show 8pm / $7 / 21+

March 4th Stars:

Comedic Emcee: Miss Kitty Big Time (Kitty kindly subbing for Miss Zora Phoenix!)
Burlesque: Pin Key Lee (S.F.)
Belly Dance: Jewels
Burlesque: Lucky Lucy O'Rebel
Live Music: Boy & Bean

This month: Win raffle prizes a buck per ticket, or win prizes by joining the Toga Contest for: Best Overall, Sexiest, Most Revealing, Togas! (Toga not required or provided at show!)

Come learn about the Roman "Ides of March" & what happened to Julius Ceaser in 44bc when he declared himself the Ruler of Rome for Life, enjoy amazing regional performers that will set your imagination ablaze, as well as the talents and products of local vendors.

This Month's Raffle Prizes & Vendors: Pure Romance by Tamela, Pin-Up Artist
Karina Dale, Brass Pole Boutique, Velo Deviation, Tarot by David
Visit our sponsors and performers by following these links:
www.karinadale.com
http://www.tamelacantor.pureromance.com/ www.kellysolympian.com
www.myspace.com/velodeviation myspace.com/lubelips
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEmbiOx5oFo
www.myspace.com/boyandbean
www.youtube.com/jewelsdances
http://www.myspace.com/alltheluckyouneed www.girlpartiespdx.com

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For Immediate Release - For Immediate Release - For Immediate Release

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WHAT: Big Top Bottoms Up Burlesque & Variety Show : Idus Martiae
WHERE: Kelly's Olympian - 426 sw Washington
WHEN: Wed. Mar. 4th Doors 7pm / Show 8pm / $7 / 21+
CONTACT: Miss Frankie Tease 503 382-9321 girlpartiespdx@gmail.com

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Big Top Bottoms Up Burlesque & Variety Show : Idus Martiae
Kelly's Olympian - 426 sw Washington
Wed. Mar. 4th Doors 7pm / Show 8pm / $7 / 21+

March 4th Stars:

Comedic Emcee: Miss Kitty Big Time
Burlesque: Pin Key Lee (S.F.)
Belly Dance: Jewels
Burlesque: Lucky Lucy O'Rebel
Live Music: Boy & Bean

Each first Wednesday join us for a night of sensuality, allure, comedy, live tunes, raffles, disguises, surprises, belly dance, and burlesque! At a historic venue downtown, with history making talent! Kelly's Olympian is the 3rd longest running bar in Portland, and is situated over the original Shanghai Tunnels, and said to have housed one of the hottest Speakeasies back in the Prohibition era. Kelly's can be reached by bus #15, car, or bike, and is on Washington between 4th and sw 5th. There is special Motor bike parking out front, just look for all the neon lights if it's your first time. 426 sw Washington Portland, OR 97204. Kelly's offers good diner food, and has a full bar with your favorite vice on tap. Come for happy hour specials before the show! Call Frankie for table reservations of 4 or more 503 382-9321

This month: Win raffle prizes a buck per ticket, or win prizes by joining the Toga Contest for: Best Overall, Sexiest, Most Revealing, Togas! (Toga not required or provided at show!)

Come learn about the Roman "Ides of March" & what happened to Julius Ceaser in 44bc when he declared himself the Ruler of Rome for Life, enjoy amazing regional performers that will set your imagination ablaze, as well as the talents and products of local vendors.

This Month's Raffle Prizes & Vendors: Pure Romance by Tamela, Pin-Up Artist Karina Dale, Brass Pole Boutique, Velo Deviation, Tarot by David
Visit our sponsors and performers by following these links:
www.karinadale.com
http://www.tamelacantor.pureromance.com/ www.kellysolympian.com
www.myspace.com/velodeviation myspace.com/lubelips
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEmbiOx5oFo
www.myspace.com/boyandbean
www.youtube.com/jewelsdances
http://www.myspace.com/alltheluckyouneed www.girlpartiespdx.com

and the ongoing blog about BIG TOP BOTTOMS UP http://bigtopbottomsupburlesqueshow.blogspot.com/

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March Performer Profiles for BIG TOP BOTTOMS UP - Let us tell you about our Talent for 3/4/09 show

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March Emcee: Miss Kitty Big Time

Miss Kitty Big Time has been called a cross between Joan Cusack and Eddie Izzard, can sing, play the accordion, and keep you laughing the night through. Join us in welcoming Miss Kitty Big Time for the month of March ( no worries Zora fans, Miss Zora Phoenix will return April 1). See Miss Kitty Big Times' live Christmas performance on you tube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEmbiOx5oFo, and catch this performer's band at the upcoming Tribute to Tom Waits March 7th in Portland.

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Pin Key Lee (S.F.)

Pin Key Lee is a hot little blonde trouble maker from the gritty streets of the Barbary Coast. She will tease you with her shimmy shake and dazzle you with the carnival tricks she plays. For the past two years this hoochie-coo tramp danced with the San Francisco based burlesque troupe called Kiss Que C'est. This year she is packing up her ripped stockings and rhinestones and rambling around the country solo-style. First she'll be competing at Viva Las Vegas in April, and by September she will be in New York City for the Coney Island's Cockabilly Festival. You'll be picking glitter out of your teeth for weeks after Miss Pin Key Lee is through with you. Please help us welcome the traveling solo artist for the first time to Big Top Bottoms Up view more at www.myspace.com/lubelips

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Lucky Lucy O'Rebel

"Lucky Lucy O'Rebel is a pint sized pinup with a little charm and a whole lot of attitude. Hailing from the Emerald Isle, when not on stage you will find her watching a Red Sox game with a bottle of Jameson like any other classy dame, so as you can imagine she thrives in the month of March. This little hellion has brought her energy and enthusiasm to every performance and is sure to tease her way into your heart with hypnotic shimmy and shaking and classic sex appeal." This show, Lucky Lucy O' Rebel is bringing us the early St. Patrick's Day celebration. For more on this performer visit.... http://www.myspace.com/alltheluckyouneed

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Jewels

Jewels is a return performer and favorite of Big Top Bottoms Up
Jewels helped us Debut on Dec. 3rd. '08 and was amazing! We sat down and asked this Portland favorite a few questions.

Q-How long have you been studying/performing belly dance?
A- I perform weekly at Marrakesh, Greek Cusina,& It's a Beautiful Pizza. I've been performing in local restaurants since 2004. I do wedding receptions, parties, birthdays.
Q-What type of belly dance do you do? A-American Cabaret Belly dance.
Q-What is a recent show you were part of? A-I was a featured dancer with the 'Brother's of the Baladi' on their recent concert tour at McMenamin's Edgefield.
Q-Is there anything you want your audience to know? A-I am the proud winner of the North Valley Bellydance Competition, 2007, in California

Jewels can be seen via her many performance clips on You Tube at http://www.youtube.com/jewelsdances. and can be reached at jewelsdances@aol.com

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Boy & Bean

Boy and Bean got their start in Washington state in the winter of 2008. Luke and Amber Short began this husband and wife duo with one song, "Bei Mir Bist Du Schon." Luke Short plays guitar and lends his unique harmonies to the group. He has been performing and writing music since the age of fifteen. Boy & Bean are looking forward to the release of their debut album early 2009.
Amber Short was born Amber Clark in Westwood California. She grew up surrounded by black and white film and the warm crackly sounds of the 20's, 30's and 40's thanks to her mother Margie, who was born during the depression. Amber grew up singing in school choirs but alway longed to do the music dearest to her heart. Luke and Amber married in December 2005 and have since worked several odd jobs to make ends meet including the merchant marines. They are now making an all out effort to make music together. Their inspiration lies in the vocal styles of The Mills Brothers, Ella Fitzgerald, The Boswell Sisters, Bing Crosby, The Andrews Sisters, Louis Armstrong and a host of other legendary musicians. They are currently expanding their set list and looking forward to working on an album together. It's music or bust!
Boy and Bean the husband and wife songsters are available events of all natures. They can be reached at (253) 232-2560 or via http://www.myspace.com/boyandbean

Please view our blog about current, past, and future BIG TOP BOTTOMS UP shows at http://bigtopbottomsupburlesqueshow.blogspot.com/

Big Top Bottoms Up Feb. 4th - report - photos -

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BIG TOP BOTTOMS UP ... Be Our Valentine... Feb. 4th 2009 'highlights'

[don't miss our next monthly show - 1st Wednesdays Mar. 4th "Idus Martiae" ]
Kelly's Olympian Downtown / doors 7pm / show 8pm / $5

Itty Bitty Bang Bang

Hai Fleisch

Belldancer: Tiffany

Itty Bitty Bang Bang, Voodoo Tutu, Hai Fleisch

Boy & Bean singing their lovely harmonic tunes

Stage Coordinator Extrordinaire: Charlie Crieger

Dottie Diamond

Folk Balladeer: Scotty Harlowe

Frankie Tease & Sadie HeartBreaker

Swing Dancers: Russ & Susan of Swing Time PDX

Emcee: Miss Zora Phoenix congratulates a Valentine Trivia Cupcake winner!

Photos from January 7th Big Top Bottoms Up (Adam Goldthwaite - Photographer)

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Baby Le Strange

Sparrow

Charlotte Treuse

Miss Zora Phoenix the emcee extrordinaire keeps her audiences rivetted!

Full

photo album and posters for Jan. 7th

BIG TOP BOTTOMS UP can be seen at

http://s471.photobucket.com/albums/rr73/GirlPartiesPDX/Big%20Top%20Bottoms%20Up%20Jan%207th/?albumview=slideshow

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Big Top Bottoms Up....Burlesque Show

Wed. Feb. 4th, Be Our Valentine
7pm $5/ 21+

contact: Miss Frankie Tease

table reservations 503 382-9321

booking girlpartiespdx@gmail.com

BIG TOP BOTTOMS UP: a sexy, excellent monthly burlesque show "Be Our Valentine"Join us for the next installment of the freshest 'old school' Monthly Burlesque show in town! A night of sensuality and allure... surprises, prizes, disguises, and cupcakes! 7pm doors 8pm show - $5 Cover - 21 and over

A historic venue... with history making entertainment just added "Boy & Bean" 7p-8pm

Meet Local "Blue Collar" Pin-Up Artist Karina Dale

Read all about Karina Dale via her interview done by the official Bettie Page website (April 18, 2008.) http://bettiepageblog.blogspot.com/2008/04/karina-dale-blue-collar-pin-up-artist.html Karina has been a valued member of the burlesque community here in Portland, and has worked with local burlesque troups, performers, shows, as well as done many individual commissioned works, for local everyday gals! In short, she's amazing!

http://www.karinadale.com http://blog.karinadale.com/

Tarot By David

David is a local Portlander who can offer sincere insight. His readings are free and tipping is accepted if you can. David's medium of reading is the Tarot cards. Make sure to visit him at this month's Big Top Bottoms Up (Feb. 4th), and every month! If you can't find him, just ask where the tarot reader is and we'll help.

Pure Romance by Tamela

This Valentines Day, you better come packin'! You can't feign depression anymore, hello we've got Obama as President! This woman has products that will make your mate beg for another date. Tamela celbrated her birthday on Inaugruation day make sure and ask her about the Obama discount! Tamela will provide exciting raffle products at our Feb. 4th shows, and monthly.

http://www.tamelacantor.pureromance.com/

Pictures of Jan. 7th Big Top Bottoms Up 'Bettie Page Tribute'

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Voodoo Tutu and Miss Frankie Tease with Bettie Page films in the background, pay tribute to Bettie Page... R.I.P. 1923-2008

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Miss Portland Pin-Up will grace our stage with Mars Needs Women... Feb. 4th... more Category: Friends

Oooooo la La!Miss Portland Pin-Up: Dottie Diamond, is a model for locally owned Babygirl Boutique, and is Miss Portland Pin-Up.Knock out local Pin-Up Miss Dottie Diamond is also Mars Needs Women's new recruit! And she's easy on the eyes... She models, she sings, that's a whole lotta talent Dottie, too much for one man to handle I'm sure...

Join us and Dottie at BIG TOP BOTTOMS UP Burlesque & Variety ShowFeb. 4th (1st Wed.) @ Kelly's Olympian - 426 SW WashingtonBurlesque & Variety Show starts at 8pm - $5 http://www.myspace.com/dottiediamond http://www.myspace.com/marsneedswomenmusic

Jewels Video from Dec. 3rd '08 Big Top Bottoms Up

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Jewels performs improvisation belly dance at
Big Top Bottoms Up Dec. 3rd Kick-Off Show at
Kelly's Olympian Portland Oregon

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Hp8lc3ryOk

Don't miss our next 1st Wednesday Show at
Kelly's Olympian!

Big Top Bottoms Up Feb. 4th.. but Mar. 4th ... the leak

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Mar. 4th big top bottoms up.. a ..way... heads... up.... leak......

Emcee: Kitty Big Time (subsituting for Miss Zora Phoenix)
Burlesque: Pin Key Lee (San Francisco)
Burlesque: Lucky Lucy O'Rebel
Belly Dance: Jewels!
Live Music: Pan and the Goddamns

Pin Up Artist Karina Dale, Tarot by David, Pure Romance by Tamela

that is our leak all confirming up for the Mar. 4th show
Big Top Bottoms Up Burlesque Show: The Ides of March... with Raffles and Live Entertainment $5/8pm/

But first, visit Feb. 4th's show

Starring
Mars Needs Women
Zora Phoenix
Itty Bitty Bang Bang
Hai Fleisch
Tiffany

Miss Frankie Tease and GirlPartiesPDX.com presents....
so it's gotta be good!

Catch up with Pin Up Artist Karina Dale and more... Feb. 4th at Big Top Bottoms Up

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Announcing Feb. 4th Big Top Bottoms Up

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And now.. announcing our next show........

For Immediate Release..

BIG TOP BOTTOMS UP Burlesque Show: "Be Our Valentine"

FEB. 4TH / 8PM $5 / 426 SW WASHINGTON / KELLY'S OLYMPIAN

contact Frankie for info or table reservations at 503 382-9321

girlpartiespdx@gmail.com

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Live Music: Mars Needs Women

All the way from the red planet - Mars Needs Women! Their mission: A musical conquest of all the women of Earth. Stellar surf tunes and cosmic rockabilly music. Now featuring their latest recruit: Dottie Diamond.

http://www.myspace.com/marsneedswomenmusic

Emcee: Miss Zora Phoenix

Zora Phoenix, a live-singing comedy and drag persona extraordinare, hails originally from Kentucky, coming to Portland by way of Southern California. Her philosophy is that while anyone can dress up and mouth the words to a song... it takes someone and something special to truly entertain. Her live vocal performances mixed with her parody and comedy acts have kept her fans entranced and laughing in venues across the city, the West Coast and the nation. In her free time she enjoys underwater basket-weaving, sorting M&M's alphabetically and her side business, PrinterActive Media, which provides small business marketing and consulting.More information about Zora or how to book her at http://www.zoraphoenix.com/

Burlesque: Itty Bitty Bang Bang

Since bursting onto the Portland burlesque stage, Itty Bitty Bang Bang has shimmied her way into countless hearts in venues all over the city. She has been seen in some of The City of Roses best burlesque shows such as The Hellish Holiday Bash, The Burlesque Blowout with The Stolen Sweets & Sassparilla and Indulgence (Janurary 2009). On Labor Day Weekend 2009 she will travel to the East Coast to perform at the illustrious Coney Island Rockabilly Festival. Please contact

ittybittybangbang@gmail.com for booking information. She's ITTY... she's BITTY... and she BANG BANGs!

Burlesque: Hai Fleisch

Hai Fleisch began peeling in '06 as one of the founding members of San Francisco Burlesque Troupe: "Kiss Que C'est". Since arriving in Portland Summer '08, she has develped into an exciting solo performer. A shimmering, shimmying blend of vamp and comedienne, her numbers are always unique and entertaining.

She has twirled her tassles on the stages of: the Hubba Hubba Revue, Red Hots Burlesque, Tease-O-Rama Meet & Mingle, Spookshow A Go-Go, Cabaret Babylon, Indulgence, and Amnesia, among others. This summer she is planning a brief East Coast tour on her way to performing at the Coney Island Rockabilly Festival. You can vote for her to perform at this years' Viva Las Vegas Weekender at http://www.vivalasvegas.net. For information and booking please write to haifleisch@gmail.com

Belly Dance: Tiffany

Tiffany is an established instructor, performer, and presence in the
Bellydance community. Her vivacious, bold, and fun loving personality bring
an expressive grace and energy to a performance that is uniquely her own.
Tiffany fell in love with Bellydance in 1995. As a lifelong dancer she found
an immediate connection with the artistic expression, physicality, and
femininity that make-up this exciting and exotic dance form. Though she
appreciates all aspects and forms of the dance, her true passion lies in the
American Cabaret style.

http://www.tiffanybellydancing.com

Vintage Swing Dance: Russ & Susan of SwingTimePDX

Russ and Susan enjoy teaching swing and sharing their knowledge on subjects like: Lindy Hop, Balboa, Charleston, East Coast Swing, Jitterbug, as well as other swing styles. They encourage those determined to learn to take private lessons from them! They also teach a free lesson in Swing every last Wednesday before the Pete Krebs Trio plays at Kelly's Olympian. http://swingtimepdx.com

Orgaizer: Miss Frankie Tease

Frankie is the founder of GirlPartiesPDX.com, Creator of Big Top Bottoms Up, the Grandaughter of a Flapper, and also was a swing dancer from Hollywood to San Francisco since '93. She saw her first U.S.O. show in San Francisco 1998, and was hooked on the genre that seeks to bring old style to life. Frankie's background in Entertainment includes: Solo & Group Choreography in Ballroom & Swing, Emcee, DJ, Burlesque, Art Model, Studio Vocals, Radio, TV, and Stage, and she'll be launching a new "How To" column for the hit burlesque blog http://thecandypitch.com Jan. '09.

Feb. 4th BIG TOP BOTTOMS UP 'Be Our Valentine' Raffles & Vendors by:

Tarot by David, Pure Romance by Tamela, Jon Scott Visual,

GirlPartiesPDX.com, Brass Pole Boutique, Pin-Up Artist Karina Dale

Thank You's : Charlie Crieger, Sadie Heartbreak, Mathew Dale, Nalin Silva

This Wednesday, It's all Set : Big Top Bottoms Up Burlesque Show is your Best Bet- (8pm $5 21+)

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This Wednesday.....

The cue cards have been made, the signage complete,

now it's time for you to move your feet.

Get on bus 15, by bike, or by car, and

This Wed. Jan. 7th, meet friends

at KELLY'S OLYMPIAN Bar.

The entertainment is thick

the raffle prizes too,

Big Top Bottoms Up

is being brought to you..

By select local vendors

in the Portland hood,

fresh stuff, great drinks, ah..... life is good!

Jan. 7th is not too late

To join us and Celebrate the

Distinct Passing, of 2008

It's going to be great!

Big Top Bottoms Up

Starts at 8!

Bring friends or a date

and don't be late!

girlpartiespdx.com presents.....

BIG TOP BOTTOMS UP !" Burlesque Show at Kelly's Olympian (426 SW Washington 97204) 1st Wed. of 2009 - Jan. 7th 8pm/ $5

Jan. 7th's show is dedicated to the imcomparable Bettie Page... R.I.P. Bettie [1923-12/11/08]

Emcee: Miss Zora Phoenix http://www.zoraphoenix.com

Baby Le Strange (Burlesque) http://www.myspace.com/meganbuday
CharlotteTreuse(Burlesque) http://www.myspace.com/charlottetreuse
Sparrow (Belly Dance) http://www.girlparitespdx.com

With a brief toast and tribute to Bettie Page by: Miss Frankie Tease & Voodoo Tutu

Featuring live music by:
Boy & Bean

VENDORS:
Portland Pin-Up Artist: Karina Dale
Sinn Savvy Productions
Tarot By David

RAFFLES PROVIDED BY:
Pure Romance by Tamela
Bart's Barber Shop
Sinn Savvy Productions
Pin Up Artist Karina Dale

one raffle ticket at door or $1 each ticket after

Where: Kelly's Olympian 426 SW Washington (show room)
When: Wednesday Jan. 7th, door and opener musical act at 7pm, show starts: 8pm
$2 PBR / $5 CHAMPAGNE, Ages: 21 + only

About:

Big Top Bottoms Up

Winter Wonderland...

Wed. Jan. 7th 2008 The 2nd installment of BIG TOP BOTTOMS UP will bring you a night to remember, full of allure, sensuality, music, dance performance, comedic hosting, tarot readings, great food and drinks, and co-mingling with some of the most astute Portland artists, in the 3rd longest running bar in Portland: Kelly's Olympian.

Exciting Multiple Raffles & items for sale by our specially selected vendors. Bring a date or come mingle and meet new friends. More information or to reserve a table call 503 382-9321

Burlesque Performers are given a password to enable free entrance, must be a Portland Burlesque Performer to be eligible.

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Jan. 7th is not too late
To join with us and celebrate
The passing of '08, it'll be great!
Big Top Bottoms Up Starts at 8!
Don't be late!

aBuy 2009 Pin Up Calendars, or win a signed copy during the raffle of the Jan. 7th Show!

Enjoy our tribute and toast to one of the most influental pin-up and bondage models in history Bettie Page (R.I.P.)

Vendors/ Sponsors/ Raffles and Prizes for Jan. 7th Big Top Bottoms Up
http://www.kellysolympian.com
http://www.girlpartiespdx.com
http://www.zoraphoenix.com

Bart's Barber Shop 518 SE Morrison, Portland, OR. 97214 (503) 233-8603
http://www.tamelacantor.pureromance.com/
http://www.karinadale.com
http://sinnsavvyproductions.com/

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Bart's Barber Shop

BartsBarberShop@gmail.com

Open
M-F 8:30am -7:00pm
SAT- 8:30am - 3:30pm
Walk - Ins Welcome
503 233-8603
518 se Morrison, Portland OR 97214

Win Gift Certificates for services from

Bart's Barber Shop at

Big Top Bottoms Up Burlesque Show - Winter Wonderland
Jan. 7th is not too late To Join Us and Celebrate the Passing of '08
It's gonna be Great! The Show Starts at 8, Don't be Late!
$5 / 8pm /21+/426 sw Washington - Kelly's Olympian

http://www.kellysolympian.com http://www.girlpartiespdx.com
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Jan. 7th Big Top Bottoms Up - Performer Profiles... more......

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Jan. 7th - BIG TOP BOTTOMS UP Performer Profiles & Line-Up

Performer Profiles for Jan. 7th Show (8pm start time $5)

Scotty Harlowe (Folk Balladeer)
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Warming up the Burlesque Show from 7-8pm with his harp!

Scotty is a transplant living the civillan life now, after coming out of the Navy. His balladry has been involved in his everyday life. He will help warm up the show with his harmonica! Scotty is now a Portlander, welcome him from the Port in San Diego! He can be reached at (619) 204-3270 for booking.

Emcee: Miss Zora Phoenix

Zora Phoenix, a live-singing comedy and drag persona extraordinare, hails originally from Kentucky, coming to Portland by way of Southern California. Her philosophy is that while anyone can dress up and mouth the words to a song... it takes someone and something special to truly entertain. Her live vocal performances mixed with her parody and comedy acts have kept her fans entranced and laughing in venues across the city, the West Coast and the nation. In her free time she enjoys underwater basket-weaving, sorting M&M's alphabetically and her side business, PrinterActive Media, which provides small business marketing and consulting.More information about Zora or how to book her at http://www.zoraphoenix.com/

Baby Le Strange

Baby Le'Strange grew up in the dirty steel town of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Named after a song from glitter rock icons T. Rex, Baby was destined to take to the stage. At an early age her mother enrolled her in dance lessons, but it quickly became clear that Baby would much rather dance wild and free than follow the rigid rules set by her instructor. During her teen years, Baby was labeled a misfit by her high school guidance counselor. With such a reputation to live up to, Baby set her sights on Rock 'N Roll.

Baby's burlesque style is a combination of three of her favorite things: circus sideshows, glam rock and bubblegum pop. Baby loves to leave the crowd giggling and smiling with her comedic stylings. She proves 'you can be a bad-ass, sexy and positive all in one' For booking information please contact her at baby@babylestrange.com

Sparrow

Sparrow is an award-winning bellydancer who has been performing in the Portland area since 1999. She has been a featured dancer at Marrakesh restaurant, Casablanca, and Dimitriʼs, and has also appeared at Danteʼs and the Portland Art Museum.
Although trained in Egyptian style Bellydance, she enjoys blending Fusion, American Cabaret, and humor to her routines. Recently married Sparrow and her newlywed husband traveled to Morocco to learn more about North African culture and music. Sparrow is a performer and acclaimed instructor throghout the Pacific Northwest - email girlpartiespdx@gmail.com for booking

CHARLOTTE TREUSE

Charlotte is a favorite on the Portland Burlesque stage, and appears in venue's across the Northwest as well. Handling classic Nylon Tease with ease, and adding a rocking horse to her prop boudoir, Charlotte has got that thing that makes us love to watch. Charlotte Truese (Tease-O-Rama '07) will be headed to perform at the prestigious Coney Island Rockabilly Festival in the Summer of 2009.
When she's not heating up the stage, Charlotte Truese may be found serving Absinthe to the Bohemian set in a Portland Speakeasy. Contact charlottetreuse@gmail.com for booking.

Boy & Bean!!

Boy and Bean got their start in Washington state in the winter of 2008. Luke and Amber Short began this husband and wife duo with one song, "Bei Mir Bist Du Schon." Luke Short plays guitar and lends his unique harmonies to the group. He has been performing and writing music since the age of fifteen. Boy & Bean are looking forward to the release of their debut album early 2009.
Amber Short was born Amber Clark in Westwood California. She grew up surrounded by black and white film and the warm crackly sounds of the 20's, 30's and 40's thanks to her mother Margie, who was born during the depression. Amber grew up singing in school choirs but alway longed to do the music dearest to her heart. Luke and Amber married in December 2005 and have since worked several odd jobs to make ends meet inlcuding the merchant marines. They are now making an all out effort to make music together. Their inspiration lies in the vocal styles of The Mills Brothers, Ella Fitzgerald, The Boswell Sisters, Bing Crosby, The Andrews Sisters, Louis Armstrong and a host of other legendary musicians. They are currently expanding their set list and looking forward to working on an album together. It's music or bust!
Boy and Bean the husband and wife songsters are available events of all natures. They can be reached at (253) 232-2560 or via http://www.myspace.com/boyandbean

Join us for Big Top Bottoms Up
1st Wednesday of the new year 2009.
8pm - $5
426 SW Washington - Kelly's Olympian
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January's show is dedicated to the incomparable Miss Bettie Page
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

This is what you need to know: on the fly, pre new years, on the low....
You musn't miss the winter time "Big Top Bottoms Up" Show... Jan. 7th , 1st Wed
$5 ...at 8pm...more..........

GirlPartiesPDX.com presents......
"BIG TOP BOTTOMS UP !" Burlesque Show at
Kelly's Olympian (426 SW Washington 97204)
1st Wed. Jan. 7th / $5 - 8pm Start Time
Exciting Raffle Schwag, Amazing Performances
Contact Frankie 503 382-9321 girlpartiespdx@gmail.com to reserve tables

Jan. 7th's show is dedicated to the imcomparable Bettie Page...

R.I.P. Bettie
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BIG TOP BOTTOMS UP Burlesque Show at Kelly's Olympian

Starring:

Emcee: Miss Zora Phoenix

Baby Le Strange (Burlesque) http://www.myspace.com/meganbuday
CharlotteTreuse(Burlesque) http://www.myspace.com/charlottetreuse
Sparrow (Belly Dance) http://www.girlparitespdx.com

With a brief tribute to Bettie Page by: Miss Frankie Tease & Voodoo Tutu

Featuring live music by:
Boy & Bean http://www.myspace.com/boyandbean

VENDORS:
Portland Pin-Up Artist: Karina Dale
Sinn Savvy Productions
Tarot By David

RAFFLES PROVIDED BY:
Pure Romance by Tamela
Bart's Barber Shop

one raffle ticket at door or $1 each ticket after

Where: Kelly's Olympian 426 SW Washington (show room)
When: Wednesday Jan. 7th, SHOW STARTS: 8pm
with Martinis and Supper Menu + $2 PBR $5 CHAMPAGNE, Ages: 21 + only

About Big Top Bottoms Up Wed. Jan. 7th 2008

The 2nd installment of BIG TOP BOTTOMS UP We will bring you a night to remember. A bohemian night of allure, sensuality, music, dance performance, comedic hosting, great food and drinks, and co-mingling with some of the most astute Portland Artists, in the 3rd longest running bar in Portland: Kelly's Olympian. New Performers each month!

Stay tuned for Performer Profiles about our talent for Jan. 7th...

Bus 15 will get you there or paid parking lots are also near
(Kelly's is on sw Washington, near 4th).
There is free motorbike parking in front. Exciting Multiple Raffles & items for sale by our specially selected vendors.
Bring a date or come mingle and meet new friends.
More information call 503 382-9321 girlpartiespdx@gmail.com
For Table Reservations - Call Frankie 503 382-9321 .
21+ $5! $2 PBR, $5 Champagne $5

The tradition continues...

http://www.kellysolympian.com venue venue
http://www.girlpartiespdx.com stars
http://www.zoraphoenix.com emcee
http://www.myspace.com/boyandbean live music
http://www.babylestrange.com star
http://www.myspace.com/charlottetreuse star
Bart's Barber Shop 518 SE Morrison, Portland, OR. 97214 (503) 233-8603 (raffle prizes)
http://www.tamelacantor.pureromance.com/ (naughty products to spice up your love life - raffle prize gifts!)
http://www.karinadale.com (meet Portland Pin-Up Artist Karina Dale! & maybe win signed art raffle!)
http://sinnsavvyproductions.com/ (selling 2009 calendars - & maybe win signed calendar raffle!)

Big Top Bottoms Up Jan. 7th - Pre

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show poster
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show poster:
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For Immediate Release....

BIG TOP BOTTOMS UP
BURLESQUE SHOW

Wed. Jan.7th 8pm $5
Kelly's Olympian
426 sw Washington

STARRING:
Emcee: Miss Zora Phoenix

Burlesque: Charlotte Treuse
Burlesque: Baby Le Strange
Belly Dance: Sparrow

Live Music: Boy & Bean

Please see our website for complete details...

http://www.girlpartiespdx.com
http://www.myspace.com/girlpartiespdx

contact: Miss Frankie Tease
for details and table reservations
503 382-9321
girlpartiespdx@gmail.com

view our announcement slideshow
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view the photo album of performers!
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Vendors:
Tarot by David
Pin-Up Artist Karina Dale http://www.karinadale.com/

Raffles by:
Bart's Barber Shop
Pure Romance by Tamela
GirlPartiesPDX.Com

Big Top Bottoms Up - The Report

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Performance and event photos from

Big Top Bottoms Up Dec. 3rd -

Debut at Kelly's Olympian!!

Burlesque Dance: Meghan Mayhem (The Pacific Island Pin-Up)

Belly Dance: Jewels

Burlesque: Miss Frankie Tease

Emcee: Miss Zora Phoenix

Live Music: Venus & the Linntonites

Credit:

Club: Kelly's Olympian http://www.kellysolympian.com/">http://www.kellysolympian.com

Artistic Director: Miss Frankie Tease

Stage Director / Pick-Up Artist: Charlie Crieger

Sound: Nalin

Photography: Patrick Gortmaker

Vendors: BurlyGirlCreations, Pure Romance, Christy Klep Photography, Tarot By David, FunnyBone Store

more...

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Dec. 3rd Big Top Bottoms Up - Pre

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Starring Your Emcee: Miss Zora Phoenix
BellyDance Sensation: Jewels
Burlesque Star (The Pacific Island Pin-Up): Meghan Mayhem
And Burlesquer : Miss Frankie Tease

With Live Music of : Venus & the Linntonites

GirlPartiesPDX.com presents...... "BIG TOP BOTTOMS UP !"

Burlesque & More Show at Kelly's Olympian (426 SW Washington 97204)
Wed. Dec. 3rd '08 / $5 - 9-12

Contact Frankie 503 382-9321

Emcee: Miss Zora Phoenix Starring: Jewels (traditional belly dance) Meghan Mayhem (burlesque) Miss Frankie Tease (burlesque) Featuring live music by: Venus & the Linntonites Vendors & Raffles by: The Funny Bone Tarot By David Pure Romance by Tamela Pasties by Sahara Dunes Christy Klep Photography Benny Ten-Pin Venus Vintage Where: Kelly's Olympian When: Wednesday 8-9 Martinis and Supper Menu $2 PBR 9-12 Show Ages: 21 + only About Big Top Bottoms Up Wed. Dec. 3rd 2008 Help kick-off the first Burlesque show at Kelly's Olympian... as we make history! We will bring you a night to remember. This popular 100 year old venue, and 3rd longest running bar in Portland at 426 SW Washington, is kicking off it's first Burlesque Night!!

A bohemian night of allure, sensuality, music, dance performance, great food and drinks (special martini & supper menu), and co-mingling with some of the most astute Portland Artists. Emcee: Miss Zora Phoenix (B.O.O.B.S) Belly Dance by "Jewels" (Various / Portland). Burlesque by "Meghan Mayhem" (Tease-O-Rama - Hawaii / Portland) & "Miss Frankie Tease" (GirlPartiesPDX / Portland). With live music from one of Portland's hottest up- and-coming Female-fronted Rockabilly / 50s Jump Blues Band : Venus & the Linntonites! It will be a night of magic - mood - music - mammeries -burlesque - belly dance - raffle prizes - surprises - not to be missed! Bus 15 will get you there or paid parking lots are also near by. There is free motorbike parking in front. Exciting Multiple Raffles & items for sale by our specially selected vendors: The Funny Bone, Hand Crafted Pasties by Burly Girl Creations, Pure Romance by Tamela, Tarot by David, Venus Vintage, Benny Ten-Pin, Christy Klep Photography. Put Wednesday Dec. 3rd "Big Top Bottoms Up" Show on your calendar. Bring a date or come mingle and meet new friends. More information call 503 382-9321

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