Constance Craving: MC, Entertainer, Legend

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Costume Profile – Phryne

“Phryne” is the absolutely lovable Fay Belle’s latest act. Created for her stand down as the 24/25 Mx Burlesque Aotearoa, it is a whimsical classic act about a Dame called Phryne from the wrong side of the tracks having fun uptown. Fay is a glorious natural redhead, with rich, deep curls and porcelain glowing skin.…

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The Art of Being an Emcee Pt. 5: Logistics

I’ve waffled on about the wibbly wobbly stuff so far, but this last post is about the GUBBINS! The stuff that makes a show work. Intros: Most producers ask performers for intros, or bios. I generally read them, then ignore them.  Instead, I do this: Audience warm up:  People have paid money to come see a show.…

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AI and Intros

In my activities as an Emcee, I am noticing more and more introductions being handed in that have been written by AI. How do I know? Because they are obvious, and awful. Long, wordy, flowery, and male gazey. I get it! Writing intros for yourself can be excruciating. I really struggle with it when it…

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Costume makeover -from Grey to Teal.

 What to do if a costume, heavily invested in time and materials, ends up being….meh?   Back in 2018, I bought a pile of stock from a shop that was closing down. This included a big bag of grey turkey feather boa. This is important as I do not care to purchase it new, given the…

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