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What will you see at The Ohio Burlesque Festival! 

7/17/2016

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The burlesque festival is getting closer and the excitement is building. The 6th Annual International Ohio Burlesque Festival is gearing up for a hell of a show and if you have never attended a burlesque festival before, here are some of the biggest reasons for you to come check it out. 

10 - Feathers, Rhinestones, Fringe Galore! 

Burlesque performers build amazing costumes that make an a one of a kind visual display of talent.  Not only do they make a unique handmade garment that is iconic and timeless, but with the combination of the song and dance makes for a bewitching
​and unique moment in time for the audience. 
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9 - The Characters

Bringing a beloved character to life is no easy task, but through burlesque, cosplay and theater come alive with a vibrant display of skill and lots of effort. You will never know who you will get on stage but it will be an amazing surprise to see them channeled through a great performer. 
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8 - Life Is A Cabaret

Broadway and burlesque have always has been hand to hand melding to one another, with the earliest example of Gypsy Rose Lee. Burlesque's chorus lines and vaudeville acts made the night a spectacle of true entertainment. This year we are checking out some group acts that are going to make your mind melt and your heart swoon. 
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7 - Bring On The Men

Boylesque! Bring on the men! 
The wonderful thing about festivals is that you get to sample both the male and female form of entertainment, and let us tell you how amazing it is to have the men entertain at the highest caliber. From ballet to belly dance to a good old tease, these gents are ready to entertain you! 
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6 - Defying Gravity 

The amount of acrobatic magic that will take place throughout the weekend is unbelievable. 
Are you ready for your hearts to skip a beat?  Hold on tight to your seats.
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5 - What A Drag!

Big costumes, fantastic lip syncing, and they will bring down the house with death drops and high kicks. Are you ready for some high energy drag comedy?  We are!!! 
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4 - Kickin' It Old SChool 

,The artistry of vintage burlesque, from the music to the dance, is hypnotic and timeless.  Throughout the weekend we will see amazing performers with grace, style, and fantastic expression of the art form.
Class, sass, and so much beauty!  
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3 - Innovative 

"How did they come up with that?" is what you will be asking yourself all weekend.  Fantastic costumes, amazing reveals and peels, along with some amazing messages - not to mention a limitless imagination. 
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2 - Laugh or Cry... Just Let it Out 

The list of hosts and comedic acts is long and strong.  You will be walking out with the most satisfying smile on your face during these shows. Our hosts are dynamic, unique, funny, fluid, witty, and a mix of comedic magic . 
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1 - INternational Nuvo Talent 

We have multi award winning entertainment from all over the world. You will not believe your eyes at the talent gracing the stage on this special weekend. From the United Kingdom, South America, Canada, and all over the USA - we are hosting some of the top names in burlesque to date here in Cleveland.  This is not any other burlesque show - this is THE burlesque show to attend! 
​We will see you there Ohio! 
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THank You For to Sponsors 

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The Ohio Burlesque Festivals Charity of The Year and Proclamation Celebration. 

7/7/2016

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The LGBT Community Center has been serving The greater Cleveland area for over 40 years and as of this may they announced plans today to construct a new, dynamic and versatile community center in the Gordon Square Arts District of its Detroit-Shoreway neighborhood.
The expansion is a realization of the Community Center’s goal to solidify Northeast Ohio as a place where LGBTQ people are embraced and celebrated as integral members of the community. The new facility will offer expanded programming and meeting areas totaling almost three times that of the current space. It will be accessible, visible and welcoming to the LGBTQ community and the surrounding neighborhood.  
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The partnership including Ohio Burlesque and The LGBT Center for this year will include engaging our community to raise not only donations for daily operations but their match grant for the new facility, to volunteer and share their community vision and community engagement. 
Learn More About The Facility Announcement HERE

This week our festival received a huge honor from The City Of Cleveland.

Is more then just a burlesque show at this point after 6 years, it's been supporting local businesses, charitable organizations, 
tourism and the waterloo arts district. Sponsored by Le Femme Mystique Burlesque 12 year veterans of Burlesque production with The Beachland Ballroom as their permanent home this festival has seen over 300 performers, and thousands 
of audiences from far and wide both international and national. 

Head producer Bella Sin states "Is the largest event in surrounding states of it's kind and for us to be acknowledged in this level is amazing, The support of this city has truly made a difference to us over the years. We are extremely honored"

Co-Producer Bryan Mravec "As someone who started as a patron before becoming a staff member of OBF, I have always been moved by the sense of community that is such a driving force of what we try to accomplish. Whether it's the Burlesque community, the LGBT community, or our local community in need, Bella and the rest of OBF has always been willing to reach out, lend a hand, and strive to do something selfless and awesome, something bigger than just a show. The fact that we have been recognized not just by our community, but our city that we are so proud of is not just a huge honor but a reason to keep working towards bettering ourselves and our production"

This is not the first recognition for the festival :
The Ohio House of Representatives extended a special recognition
​on their 4th annual Celebration in 2014

The Cleveland City Council extended a special recognition on their 2014 festival.
In 2015 their first proclamation was issued by Mayor Frank Jackson. 

The festivalʼs motto this year is “Amplifying Every Voice” which best represents a community that is present and thriving worldwide especially with this year’s charity The LGBT Center of Greater Cleveland. Over sixty five performers will be included in the three-day festival, which will feature burlesque, vaudeville, sideshow and variety acts.
This year’s festival has received a second proclamation from Mayor Frank Jackson, 

for recognition of its longevity and support of the LGBTQ community.
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