Thursday, February 13, 2025

Debauche

 

Debauche & C E@ Teulu Saturday 15th February at 1pm slt

Please join Debauche and Crystal Edge in our joint Valentines show, this will simply be a truly magnificent show. 

 Debauche are so proud to once again dance on  stage with our wonderful friends from Crystal Edge at Teulu.
 
 Come and join us as Debauche  and Crystal Edge come together in what will be a fantastic show.
 
Debauche & C E@ Teulu Saturday 15th February at 1pm slt

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Urban%20Paradise/20/188/4006


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Sunday 16th Feb at 1pm slt @ Maui with the Playdolls

Debauche are thrilled to be returning to this amazing sim, the home of naughtiness, fun and a sense of community second to none. It is also the home of Debauchery furniture so isn't that just perfect for Debauche? We think so. 

This promises to be a great show  and also great news as the Second Life Playdoll's will join us also once again. 
Always look forward to dancing at this amazing venue

Sunday 16th Feb at 1pm slt @ Maui with the Playdolls

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Maui%20Swingers%20Resort/113/188/2507






A Walk of Fame Out of the Box!

What a spectacular Walk of Fame we saw today!  It was one act right after another of high-end creativity that graced the ZhaZa Zerbino Stage on the Dance Queens sim.  Hestia Namaar and Yvette LaBrune danced their way into history, earning their stars as they shared some of their most metaphoric and provocative dances one could ever hope to see in our virtual world.  Every set was fascinating, the choreo was intricate and detailed, the costumes were mesmerising.  Below find pictures from the show followed by interviews with each of these imaginative, hard-working performers and finally pictures from their STAR ceremony.


THE SHOW

Yvette - HANDS Dance with  Hestia, Pea, Anya, Kely

This dance represents the choices we make as we learn and grow. We are influenced from many directions and there can be a struggle for individual decisions, morals, and lifestyles. We can be molded by beliefs, parental influence and education.  In the end we find ourselves and make our own final choice.


Hestia - Dare with Kely, Dee, Sultry

This performance was and still s dedicated to and inspired by Yvette. One of the first numbers i ever saw was one done by Yvette, and i was transfixed by how far outside the box she went and how she stretched her imagination.  She inspires me constantly to think beyond, and embrace all the abilities that the world of SL gives us. Not limited by the forces of gravity and physiological boundaries. She encourages me, supports me, and helps me when i rant, rave and rage about some little thing i cannot get to work! Yvette...this is outside my box and it is because of you i am able to do this. Thankyou


Yvette - ENYA with Yvette and Kely

I chose this song because of my love for my grandmother, who loved me unconditionally. She raised me to be creative and gave me the gift of love for nature.  We would spend hours outside, sitting by a Maple tree. I would practice my ballet moves in the grass and have wonderful stories shared with me.  This dance is dedicated to her memory.  Enjoy


Hestia – MANDINKA with Kely, Dee, Sultry

I first saw this extraordinary artist when she sang on the Grammy's. She walked out, alone, with a mic, and sang like nothing i have ever heard before. That performance and song stuck with me thro the years, as did her turbulent life, always played out on the cruel stage of a judgmental world. Her passing, was a huge loss to the world, her talent and her ethereal beauty were...as one song she sang said "Nothing compares to U". I decided to take the original song i heard her sing, and take it...to the modern world. Please enjoy my version of Mandinka by Sinead O'connor.


Yvette – ROSETTA with Alsedel, Cael,  Jojo, Pea,  Anya

I came across this song and immediately thought of this story.  Long kept in their resting place together,  embraced in solitude.  The lovers awake to music from up above.  Their spirits rejoice and seek out the magical gypsies.  They rise with the music and dance together one last time. Enjoy


Hestia – Jealousy

I am not one given to Solo's. I tend to shy away from the spotlight. However years ago, my partner challenged me to make dances for each of the 7 deadly Sins. This was, one of my favourites that I created.

  Jealousy, eats at us, it destroys us, and it is a harsh Mistress of our psyche. Please...enjoy, my expression thro Dance...of the Sin of Jealousy.


Yvette – TROLLS with Alsedel, Jojo, Hestia, Cael 

The mischievous Goblins that live in the forest like to have a good time.  When there are no humans around to pester, they really get into some wiggling fun.  Enjoy.


Hestia – RAMMSTEIN with Kely,  Yvette, Dee, Sultry, Pea, Divalin, Melli, Ethan and Mavrick

Rammstein is not everyone's cup of tea. Its not even my cup of tea, but in a journey down the youtube rabbit hole, the video for this song caught my attention. I was mesmerized by the cinematography, and the dark tale it wove of the history of Germany, and how it survived thro so much darkness, and frankly, evil. An epic battle of Chess, was what instantly formed in my mind. For 9 months this languished on my build platform as I struggled to create even a modicum of the vision I had in mind. 




THE INTERVIEWS


HESTIA

1. How and when did you find Second Life? 

I found it purely by accident in 2017. I saw a link to the "Gorean Zoo"...so came to see the Zoo, and I just never left.

2. How and when did you discover virtual dance?

I never heard of it until the Gorean Sim i was in, was having an OOC Dance night. Now at that time I could not listen to the music, but I thought it was wonderful!

3. I know picking is hard, but name a few of your favorite dances that you have ever created:

 Altho it was only performed one time, Rammstein - Deutschland is my favourite purely because I was so entertained by how much the dancers were engaged in their roles and clearly having fun with it.

4.  Did you have any mentors when you were learning to dance that you'd like to wave to?

I have to wave to Debbie, the Gorean Slave that threw me under the Choreo bus initially, but at this point the people that started me ..are Kely and Yvette, Whom patiently explained and helped with all my myriad silly questions.

5. What is your favorite thing about virtual dance creation?

That I can do things that cannot be done in RL. I am still in a box, where i limit myself to a stage form, but I recognize we can go so far beyond it. otherwise, it still remains...that my favourite aspect is when people, audience, and dancers, engage in routines.

6. What is your least favorite thing about virtual dance creation?

MATH!!!!!!!!

7. What advice would you give to someone who is new to virtual dance?

Don't try to be someone else, and do not tackle more than you are capable of. Do it slowly, add one new aspect each time.

8. If you have your own dance troupe, please tell a little bit about it, and its history.

No....are you nuts??? thats way too much work!

9. What is your favorite food, favorite drink, and please tell us about any pets that you have.

PIZZA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ...and WINE! Pets, I showed dogs for decades, always Italian Greyhounds. I still have 3 altho at times we had up to 18 and were on the road every weekend it seemed! We retired from the Circle game now....and I get my weekends to myself now. Oh...and I have one other pet..called a Husband. HE IS A HOTTIE!

10. What activities other than dance do you enjoy?

I like to make bread!!!!! and I hate housework

11. Is there anything else you'd like to add?

Only one thing about me comes to mind...I am just a sweet innocent little old grey haired lady!


YVETTE

1. How and when did you find Second Life? 

After I got injured at work a friend suggested I try this magical place she found with purple Deer flying by in a park.

That was early 2010.  I was intrigued!

2. How and when did you discover virtual dance?

I watched a Dance in 2020 and wondered how it was all created.  I was fascinated and determined to learn.  The creative stories I enjoy so much.

3. I know picking is hard, but name a few of your favorite dances that you have ever created:

Hands is one,  it is very personal for me.  My struggle to be me with all the influences around growing up.

Enya is dedicated to my Grandmother that loved me unconditionally and was such a wonderful influence in my life.

In The Mind is one that allowed me to step out of my box and just do something wild.

It was too hard to pick my dances today for the show, so I had Hestia pick them for me.  Each one I have done is special and has meaning.

4.  Did you have any mentors when you were learning to dance that you'd like to wave to?

Laycie,  I met and danced with her and she mentored me from start to finish. She got me into Virtuoso where I learned strict rules for the dance set up. That experience helped me with the tools.  I kept being me and MY creative mind with support of friends and fellow Choreographers.  Watching others grow and develop in the in the Dance Community has been fun and Paying It Forward is such a good thing.

5. What is your favorite thing about virtual dance creation?

The creativity,  the story in the work. Letting the music talk to me and see where it goes.

6. What is your least favorite thing about virtual dance creation?

That moment right before you press play and your finger is twitching. 

7. What advice would you give to someone who is new to virtual dance?

Learn the tools,  listen and watch others.  Tell a story and make it personal,  your best work comes from inside.

8. If you have your own dance troupe, please tell a little bit about it, and its history.

N/A

9. What is your favorite food, favorite drink, and please tell us about any pets that you have.

Mexican Food and Seafood are a tie.  Coffee is my pleasure.

I work with rescues so I end up with quirky animals at times.  4 cats right now (a neurotic one,  one eye,  Very small with Large complex,  and one demanding Black Cat with a voice.)

10. What activities other than dance do you enjoy?

Virtual Photography

11. Is there anything else you'd like to add?

The dance community is wonderful and I enjoy all the shows and I am constantly amazed by the creativity.  It has been a wonderful adventure for me.


THE CEREMONY







A huge CONGRATULATIONS to Hestia and Yvette on earning their stars in the Dance Queens Walk of Fame!  It is our hope that this Walk will remain for a very long time as a historical tribute to those to put in an enormous amount of time, money and dedication to create virtual dance in Second Life and share it with the world.  This takes bravery, passion and love, a genorosity of spirit and a willingness to be vulnerable.  Thank you both for sharing!  Thank you for participating in this project and supporting Dance Queens.  We wish you joy and creative fulfillment in your future creative endeavors!


Wednesday, February 12, 2025

DQ WoF-Star and Tristan

 

Sunday, February 16th at 12noon SLT

Dance Queens
Walk of Fame
Presents: Star and Tristan Lyonesse

Please join us for a very special event!  Star Lyonesse will be dancing her way into history by earning her STAR in the Dance Queens Walk of Fame!  She will present a mini-show of her favorite acts for our enjoyment.  Tristan will also receive his STAR as videographer.  Please come and support them as they dance into posterity!

Sunday, February 16th at 12noon SLT
At the Zhaza Zerbino Stage
On the Dance Queens sim

Slurl/LM:
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dance%20Queens/226/65/2002


Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Paramount Players

 

February 15 & 22, at 7:30 pm slt.

Paramount Players
 
Paramount Grand Theatre's February themed show is....ROCK! Rock, Metal, Hard Rock, Heavy Rock, Light Rock.... Rock of Ages? Who knows just what the Players will bring to the stage! We do know it will be one great performance after another.

Rock On.... over to Paramount on February 15 & 22, at 7:30 pm slt to grab a seat!

Special instructions/dress code if one:
come dressed :)

Slurl/LM:
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Hell%20Lust/81/81/22



Crystal Debauche

 

Crystal Debauche are inviting you all for our Valentines joint show at Teulu. 
Two troupes on stage together!

Saturday 15th February 2025
Time ------ 1.00 pm SLT 

This will be at the Teulu Breedables Theatre.

Lots of exciting NEW routines will be on stage. 
Don't miss this unique chance to watch them.
Bring all your friends with you and enjoy the lovely dances and get you in the mood for love.

We shall have a little boogie and get down time after the show all together.

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Teulu/20/183/4006


DQ WoF-Leninah Starlight

 

February 15th at 3pm SLT

Dance Queens
Walk of Fame
Presents: Leninah Starlight

Please join us for a very special event!  Leninah Starlight will be dancing her way into history by earning her STAR in the Dance Queens Walk of Fame!  She will present a mini-show of her favorite acts for our enjoyment.  Please come support her as she dances into posterity!

February 15th at 3pm SLT
At the Zhaza Zerbino Stage
On the Dance Queens sim
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dance%20Queens/230/69/2002

Slurl/LM:
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dance%20Queens/226/65/2002



Saturday, February 8, 2025

DQ WoF-Hestia and Yvette

 

Wednesday, February 12th at 4pm SLT

Dance Queens
Walk of Fame
Presents: Hestia and Yvette

Please join us for a very special event!  Hestia and Yvette will be dancing their way into history by earning their STAR in the Dance Queens Walk of Fame!  They will present a show of their favorite acts for our enjoyment.  Please come out and support Hestia and Yvette as they dance into posterity!

Wednesday, February 12th at 4pm SLT
At the Zhaza Zerbino Stage
On the Dance Queens sim
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dance%20Queens/230/69/2002

Slurl/LM:
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dance%20Queens/226/65/2002


Friday, February 7, 2025

Club IMAGE

 

♥✧˖°* Valentine's Delight Awaits You *°˖✧♥
Sunday, February 9, 2025
OPEN 5:30 AM SLT / 開場 22:30 JST
START 6:00 AM SLT / 開幕 23:00 JST

♥ Program ♥
1 - Layra Bulmer "「バレンタインキッス」Valentine's kiss" with  Fairytale, Sakura & Raldcat
2 - Yuko Pinklady "A Thousand Miles" with Xia
3 - misse Tigerpaw "Ref:Rain - リフレイン" with Oto
4 - Setsuna Hirano "Lend Me Your Voice" with Sakuya
5 - SakuraSakuJP "COLORFUL Heart ver." with Misse, Raldcat, Layra, Sakuya & Xia
Team Dance: Setsuna Hirano ”Evol" with Raldcat & Layra

DJ: Fairytale stoop
Staff: Karasu
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IMAGE BLOG: http://image.slmame.com/
IMAGE THEATER:
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Image/190/30/2021



Thursday, February 6, 2025

Debauche

 

Saturday 8th February at 1pm slt, The Erin Gobraghless Theater

 Debauche perform at their home venue , the birthplace of Debauche and one we always truly love to dance at. Always a wonderful, lively audience and a great experience, dancing in front of the people we most honour and proud to call our family
 
 Come share this unique experience with us
 
Please come dressed in smart casual and be prepared to scream, shout, to stamp your feet and clap your hands

Saturday 8th February at 1pm slt, The Erin Gobraghless Theater

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Champion%20Isle/91/126/2001


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Sunday 9th February at 1pm slt at Tuscany

Please come and join Debauche as we visit one of our favourite venues. Tuscany is the location and we are so looking forward to dancing here

We will dance firm favourites and  new routines which are truly amazing, from the loving romantic to pure dancing and  adventure.

Sexy, Little bit naughty but always classy, that's Debauche 

Sunday 9th February at 1pm slt at Tuscany

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Tuscany%20I/80/64/


Fifth Ave Guys & Dolls

 

SHOWTIME:  FEBRUARY 8, 2025 @ 1:00 PM SLT

FIFTH AVENUE GUYS AND DOLLS

Celebrates

VALENTINES 

   The Guys & Dolls fabulous choreographers have a special Valentines show for you this year.  Enjoy the exquisite and beautiful sets with their tantalizing performances.  Bring your lover for an enjoyable hour celebrating romance on Valentines!

 Special instructions/dress code:
Dress Code:  Smart Casual, Semi-Formal

Come Early As Seating Is Limited

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Avalon%20Cove/23/191/3501


Tuesday, February 4, 2025

Men In Motion

 


Feb. 8th @ 3PM SLT

Men In Motion Home Show

Special instructions/dress code:
Come as you are, You be you!

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Wicked/50/112/3502



Monday, February 3, 2025

Erotique Burlesque

 

FRIDAY FEB 7/2025 @ 7:15pm slt
SUNDAY FEB 16/2025 @ 12:30pm slt

EROTIQUE BURLESQUE
FEB/2025 THEME - STUDIO 54

Special instructions/dress code:
SEMI-FORMAL

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/French%20Soleil/117/135/28



Crystal Edge Dancers

 


Crystal Edge are inviting you all for our special touring show at a new venue' the More Than Entertainment Theatre

Friday 7th February 2024
Time ------ 1.00 pm SLT 

Lots of exciting routines will be on stage. 
Don't miss this unique chance to watch them.
Bring all your friends with you and enjoy the lovely dances.

There will be a post show shuffle afterwards too, please join us.

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/More%20than%20Entertainment/80/134/25

Saturday, February 1, 2025

Soul Dancers

 

Feb, 05 th,2025  11.30 am  SLT

Soul Dancers on Tour @  Baccara Club

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Amara/52/191/21


February 2025 Raffle!!

 


The Gorean Repertoire is keeping up the sponsorship for February 2025 with (3) 2000L gift cards to Sync'd Motion!  Make sure you enter to win! 100L unlimited entries as always...

A group created for dancers to showcase their passion for Gorean dance in a more contemporary show format. With rich and diverse repertoire of dances, each performance transports the audience into the heart of Gorean traditions in a 60 minute event.

No dress code for audience. Dances may contain adult content with some nudity (sorry, no child avatars).
 
We welcome applications for new dancers and groups who would like to perform with us. Please IM Maia (fionna carter) for more information.

Theater LM
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http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Gazing%20Stars/66/38/1508


http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dance%20Queens/217/139/23