The Devil's Ballroom

Start Date: Saturday 19 October 2024

Venue: Phoenix Cabaret, Newton, Auckland

Doors Open: 07:00pm

Time: 07:00pm - 12:00am

Restrictions: R18

Step into a world where the forbidden is celebrated, the extravagant is encouraged, and the taboo is just part of the fun. We welcome you to a night of, artistic expression and immersive experiences like no other. The Devil’s Ballroom is not just a party, it is a feast for the senses, a playground for the adventurous, and a safe haven for those who dare to push boundaries. We welcome all identities, orientations, and expressions. This is a night where you can be your most daring self, experience the tantalising performances, and let your inhibitions fall away. We have such sights to show you at the 8th instalment dedicated to the further regions of experience. An all night social event with entertainment from NZ's top taboo performers including burlesque, circus, drag, music, ritual, art displays, and interactive elements. Join us, let your demons dance, and lose yourself in the intoxicating allure of The Devil’s Ballroom. Featuring… Stage performers to be announced. Interactive artists: Mistress Dior - Dominatrix Borris Van Galvin - Electro Sensations Doors and party open at 7pm Stage shows begin at 8pm sharp Disclaimers: We must express that our events are not specifically fet events, and we do not allow any intimate play in the event space. The fet element at these events are created with the intention of light exploration. The performances at this event MAY contain, but are not limited to; confrontational content, including 18 content, themes of horror, artistic representation of personal experiences with emotive topics. Dress as your best self. Dress as your fantasy. Dress as the person your younger self wished you could be when you grew up. Dress as how you imagine you’ll appear in your final form. Dress for world domination. Exposure of flesh is permitted. You are beautiful. You are unique. Exposed flesh does not = consent. There are prizes for best dressed from prize sponsors to be announced. Strictly no photography. Do not photograph the stage shows, artists, or event attendees. We do provide a very limited coat check. First in first served. Cold coin koha is greatly appreciated. We do not take responsibility for any items in the coat check. No door sales. Heads up, tickets sell out fast, so we recommend you don’t leave it till the last week. We don’t want you to miss out! You can get them online OR in any Cosmic store. This is a non-seated event. There will be seats dotted throughout the venue, and a “chill zone”. Enjoy our dance floor and DJ, let your hair down. Unfortunately, due to the nature of this venue, like so many other historical venues in Auckland city, there is no wheelchair access. If you require help with accessibility, please email [email protected] and well be happy to do whatever we can to help accommodate you.