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Entries from Torontoist tagged with 'burlesque'

September 8, 2008

BENEFIT: In support of international children's aid organization ONEXONE, Maple Leaf Gardens will be opening its doors to the public for the first time in eight years. The 2008 ONEXONE Benefit Concert will feature performances by Grammy Award–winner John Legend; the African Children's Choir; The Canadian Tenors; and the ultimate ambassador for children and strippers alike, Wyclef Jean. Maple Leaf Gardens (60 Carlton Street), 8:30 p.m., $150. THEATRE: Toronto burlesque troupe Les Coquettes are......

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June 24, 2008

The Saucy Tarts starting off the night. Last night, 75 people turned up for the Burlesque Pride show held at Goodhandy's, presented by Skin Tight Outta Sight and the Saucy Tarts. Over three hours, attendees were treated to French-flavoured performances by the Saucy Tarts, a glittering and tattooed Marilyn Monroe, and a surreal R-rated rendition of the Lonely Goatherd—think Broke-baa Mountain. The night was hosted by Keith Cole, who kept the night moving with......

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November 6, 2007

There used to be a sign above a video arcade that proclaimed "Yonge Street is Fun Street." Back in the 1960s and 1970s, much of that fun was to be had at the many bars and clubs that lined the street south of Gerrard––Le Coq D'Or, Steele's Tavern, Friar's Tavern, Zanzibar Tavern and so on. Depending on the venue, you could listen to music, dance the night away or catch a striptease. Today's advertiser......

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