The 2024 hybrid DisabiliTease Festival will take place July 19-21!
Although this is the festival’s 4th year, it’s our first time having an in-person show!
Join the DisabiliTease Festival on July 19-21 for a celebration of disabled bodies through burlesque, drag, cirque, and cabaret performances. The event offers in-person and virtual attendance options and is dedicated to providing a safe and inclusive environment for disabled performers from around the world.
The Friday, July 19 show at 8 pm will allow performers to gather and celebrate each other’s art with the local Twin Cities community at the Capri Theater. It will also be live-streamed to continue to connect with performers and audiences worldwide.
The virtual Saturday, July 20 show at 8 pm will feature pre-recorded acts with a live emcee.
Three in-person live-streamed workshops will be held through the DisabiliTease Academy on Sunday, July 21, at the Capri Theater from 11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Our live-stream and virtual shows and workshops will be presented via Zoom. We will also partner with individuals and organizations worldwide to co-host official in-person watch parties.
Precautions will be taken to ensure a COVID-safe and accessible weekend. The Friday show will have concessions, but this will be an alcohol-free event.
All content will be available to rent or purchase a few weeks after the event.
Note: All events are scheduled according to the Central Time Zone. Modify into your time zone.
Cast and Instructor Lists:
Friday, July 19:
- Emcee: Luma Notti (she/they)
- Feature: Holliedazzle (she/her)
- Cast: Bebe Demure, Demi Entendre, LaLa Chatte, Lakota Shekhar,Nay Nay Bouchée & Coy Tease, Oshun Hathor, Plum Ridiculous, Prance Dashing
- Production team: Minda Mae, Lakota Shekhar, and Scarlett Tart (all use she/her pronouns)
Saturday, July 20:
- Emcee: Diana Divine
- Feature: Sepia Jewel
- Cast: Andyboy, Cherry Valentine, Crip Tease, Eilidh Ellery, Javier Miguel, Lady Dada, Mellogamy Muse, Mx. Avery Knight, Nadi A’marena, Porcelain Delaney, Silver Kitsune
- Production team: Minda Mae, Lakota Shekhar, and Scarlett Tart
Sunday. July 21:
- Get Down and Dirty: Floorwork with Demi Entendre
- Make it Yours: Customizing Pre-Made Costume Pieces with Holliedazzle
- The Intention of Extension with Nadi A’marena
Check out our digital program for more information about the festival, cast, workshops, supporters, and more!
Thank you to our 2024 DisabiliTease Festival supporters!
Bubba Boom
Mama Mae
Marisa Hamimoto and Infinite Flow Dance
Thank you to our volunteers and judging panel!
Judges:
Ab Horrence
Alex Valdez
BeeBee Sanchez
Boobzilla
Crystal Mischief
Margo Mayhem
Matt Finish
Viktor Devonne
Willow Wonderlust
Volunteers:
Colleen O’Dohurty
Dezzy Dazzels
Koko Trousseau
Lady Drew Blood
Loosie FitzPanties
Mia Moore
Spider Ange
Thrillda Swinton
Other supporters:
Della-Kate Flowers
Ophelie Griffond
Scarlett Tart
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
Thank you to our fiscal sponsor, Life-sized Meme Productions.
