FAIRYTALES PRESENTATION SOCIETY - PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release October 15, 2012
Carnivàle: Satisfy Your Queeriosities
Fairytales Presentation Fundraising Event
Friday, November 16, 2012 – Doors Open 8:00 PM
Arrata Opera Centre, 1315 7th ST SW, Calgary, Alberta
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Carnivàle is a cabaret styled event featuring the world's famous, ONLY Klezmer Ska Band - The Plaid Tongued Devils , as well as All Hands on Jane and the psychic talents of The Wandering Gypsies. Bid in our silent auction and experience living statues and exclusive wine and beer tastings served literally by the gods.
Our silent auction includes donated items by local artists Chris Cran, Katie Ohe, Paula Trotter, Peter Morgan, and Chris J Melnychuk, and as well as packages from Dancers Studio West and the Calgary Underground Film Festival.
Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to join us for an evening where fantasies come to play!
Advance tickets go on sale October 15th at Fairy Tales for $20, and tickets at the door are $25. Call 403.244.1956, or email fairytalesinfo@fairytalesfilmfest.com for more information or to purchase your tickets now.
About the Plaid Tongued Devils
Their music combines elements of Klezmer (Jewish), Roma (Gypsy), and Middle Eastern dance beats with rock, pop and ska. They are the world's only klezmer ska band. Think Fiddler On The Roof on steroids with Eddie Van Halen on violin and a guy with horns singing. Then dance!
They have toured Canada, the U.S. and Europe countless times, headlined over 30 festivals worldwide, numerous concert style shows, and written and performed live plays. They were headliners for the 2010 Paralympics closing ceremonies, 2007 Calgary Canada Day Celebration and for the official 2007 Junos After Party. Their hit play In 'In Klezskavania' won the 2005 Dr. Betty Mitchell Award for Outstanding Composition.
About All Hands on Jane
All Hands on Jane is a three-piece, Calgary-based band originally formed in October 2010. Material incorporates dirty rock and blues-style riffs mixed with grooving, grinding tempo changes, with solos and impromptu jams during our live shows.
About The Wandering Gypsies
The Lady Cathryn and Paul the Skald are both native Calgarians and long-term professional, licensed psychics within the city of Calgary. These two are The Wandering Gypsies; along with a cast of exceptionally talented readers, psychics, and friends whom they can call upon to provide a wonderful experience.
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Background: Fairytales Presentation Society is a not-for-profit, charitable organization celebrating local and national queer artists of all artistic mediums including but not limited to film. Our artistic endeavors strive to provide a respectful venue for members of all communities to celebrate queer culture. Visit www.fairytalesfilmfest.com
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