Starlite Showcase
Mon Dieu! C’est Bryona Ashly!!
The Starlite Showcase is a thrilling mix of burlesque, cabaret, comedy, music, and specialty acts, in a production that blends vintage allure with a modern edge! It’s playful, provocative, and your new favorite bimonthly night on the town. Brought to you by Victoria Reno, each show has a different cast and theme!
August 29th is an evening of luscious night magic as we welcome The Centerfold of Burlesque, Bryona Ashly, all the way from NYC. Our bewitching cast is completed by local burlesque and bellydance legend Selene Rose, fiery kitten Pony Corbeau, and magic from the amazing Mr. Christerious! Emceed by the Scintillating Chanteuse Victoria Reno, this extra special night of decadence is guaranteed to leave you spellbound - grab your tickets before they disappear.
Soak in the luxurious atmosphere of the Velvet Whip with signature cocktails, tapas, and gorgeous company. Escape the heat from outside...and get even hotter inside.
Starlite Showcase
The Underground Love..
The Starlite Showcase is a thrilling mix of burlesque, cabaret, comedy, music, and specialty acts in a production that blends vintage allure with a modern edge. It’s playful, provocative, and your new favorite bimonthly night on the town. Brought to you by Victoria Reno, each show has a different cast and theme!
Summer may be over, but it's only getting hotter on September 18 as our cast delves into their most devilish side for the ultimate naughty evening out. Hosted by the Scintillating Chanteuse Victoria Reno, special guests in this installment include rising burlesque star TuTu Demure, stunning siren Ry Red, and diabolically naughty rope from ScorpianaRB. If you're really good, our kitten Maya Precious may even show you what she's got in her nasty little pocketses....
Soak in the luxurious atmosphere of the Velvet Whip with signature cocktails, tapas, and gorgeous company. Come see what can be found...underground.
Bands to Make Her Dance
Brought to you by The 1969 Revue Co.
Host & Performer — 69Eveam Philadelphia burlesque performer and founder of The 1969 Revue Co., 69Eveam brings punk attitude, sensuality, dark humor, and a love of the unexpected to the stage. As host and performer, she'll be keeping the night moving, the crowd entertained, and the drinks flowing. Live Music — Hot Seat Philadelphia indie punk band Hot Seat will provide the live soundtrack for the evening, bringing their raw, loud, and unapologetic energy to the stage. Their music will collide with the world of burlesque as performers take the stage alongside a live band, creating a night that's equal parts punk show, burlesque revue, and gothic fever dream. For this inaugural edition, we're taking inspiration from the dark romance and decadence of Bram Stoker's Dracula—mixing classic gothic imagery with the grit, sexuality, and rebellious energy of punk. Dimestore Bobby A bold and mischievous performer bringing plenty of character, charm, and trouble to the lineup. Victoria Reno With a voice smooth like butter, this dynamic performer blending glamour, sensuality, and classic burlesque with her own modern edge. Honeytree EvilEye Dark, seductive, and wicked, Honeytree EvilEye brings a sinister edge to the evening.
**Stage Kitten — Elena Pennsylvania Keeping the stage moving between acts, Elena Pennsylvania will be assisting performers and bringing her own playful energy to the evening. The Night *Bands to Make Her Dance: Bram Stoker's Dracula is a burlesque revue with a punk twist; where live music, striptease, and old-world decadence collide. Expect live punk music, burlesque, gothic glamour, audience costume contests, raffles, and an after-show hangout. Come dressed like your hottest gothic nightmare. Bring your friends, your lovers, and your favorite creatures of the night. The blood is fresh. The music is loud. The clothes are coming off.
MCs: Ariel Versace (RuPauls Drag Race) & El Papi Chase, ft. Arrow & JV
Starlite Showcase
A brand new burlesque variety show is coming to light up the stage
The Starlite Showcase is a thrilling mix of burlesque, cabaret, comedy, music, and specialty acts, in a production that blends vintage allure with a modern edge. It’s playful, provocative, and your new favorite bimonthly night on the town. Brought to you by Victoria Reno, each show has a different cast and theme!
Our cast for August 7th is a whirlwind of some of the most whimsical acts that Philadelphia burlesque and variety has to offer. Stunning dance, live vocals, burlesque, and aerials are all coming together to sweep you off your feet and steal your heart with a seductive Summertime vibe. Host Victoria Reno is joined by 69EVEAM and Dahlia Storrm providing some sizzling burlesque and dance, as well and aerials courtesy of the prolific Curly Bright. We are also celebrating the birthday of our kitten, Dizzy Marquee!
Soak in the luxurious atmosphere of the Velvet Whip with signature cocktails, tapas, and gorgeous company. Escape the heat from outside...and get even hotter inside.
CDH SIDE SHOW CLOWN DANGER
CLOWN ALERT!
CDH Sideshow crawls back into Velvet Whip for the first time since last August
Clowns. Danger. Questionable decisions. Extremely talented weirdos.
Come get a little uncomfortable—in the fun way.
Sunday, August 2
Doors 6 PM · Show 8 PM
Starlite Showcase
A brand new burlesque variety show is coming to light up the stage
is coming to light up the stage with glamour and irresistible charm. The Starlite Showcase is a thrilling mix of burlesque, cabaret, comedy, music, and specialty acts, in a production that blends vintage allure with a modern edge. It’s playful, provocative, and your new favorite bimonthly night on the town. Brought to you by Victoria Reno, each show has a different cast and theme!
On July 18th, we are bringing a taste of the circus to the Velvet Whip! The tantalizingly whimsical special guests for this installment of the Showcase are burlesque stars Midnight Magician and Mistress Minaka, along with variety performer Margo Marz and emcee Victoria Reno. Striptease, clowning, fire, live vocals, and more await you on this sensually magical night.
Soak in the luxurious atmosphere of the Velvet Whip with signature cocktails, tapas, and atmosphere. Escape the heat from outside...and get even hotter inside.