Clambake – All aboard the Love Boat!

Ahoy, Central Coast! Embark on a whimsical voyage through Gosford city’s cultural waters with Clambake 2024 aboard the Love Boat with this Waterways & Ocean themed Burlesque Cabaret.

The Love Boat transforms into a stage for a fantastical cabaret experience where guests don glamorous 70s and 80s Cruize attire, adding their own splash of eccentricity to the night of creativity and self-expression.

Under Captain Glitta Supernova’s helm (Your Mother of the Haus), expect a sea-nic route of satirical splashes and theatrical delights. The upper deck pulses with Bawdy Burlesque, Drag Divas, and Creatures of Cabaret, blending satire with heart and humour.

STARRING:

ETCETERA ETCETERA – No one forgets their first time seeing Etcetera Etcetera, the “Glamour Bug” of Australian drag. With bold visuals, edgy flair, and comedic elegance, they’re the essence of elevated queer excellence.
JAZIDA – Jazida is a trailblazing queer burlesque star from Ngunnawal Land, captivating audiences worldwide with dynamic, award-winning performances, unforgettable stage presence, and three-time Top 50 global burlesque recognition.
ABORK –Newcastle’s "neurospicy" drag sensation! Known for her stunningly creepy style and theatrical flair, this hairy queen captivates audiences across NSW with bold creativity, love, and unforgettable charm.
SALVADOR DARLING – the Surrealist Showgirl, blends classic elegance with ethereal energy, creating dreamlike performances that blur the line between burlesque and fine art. Ready to get surreal?
SONGBIRD SIREN – SULTRY VOCALS, SENSUAL MOVES— Blending powerhouse vocals with tantalizing tease. With roots in musical theatre and jazz, this international sensation is a feast for the eyes and ears.

The Love Boat Cabaret is a highlight of the 2024 Lakes Festival, where Funhaus Factory’s avant-garde spirit electrifies the waterfront. Sold out annually, it’s a testament to Gosford’s appetite for the unconventional and extraordinary, inviting all to revel in playful irreverence and celebrate human diversity.

Join us for an evening of original creativity and unbridled entertainment. Leave ordinary life behind and immerse yourself in a night of otherworldly beauty.

Dress Code: Cruize attire—Love Boat couture circa 70s and 80s, or unleash your inner sea creature!

Embrace the unexpected and experience theatre at its most boundary-pushing. The Love Boat Cabaret promises an evening to cherish long after the tides have turned.

Enjoy $10 cocktail happy hour from 6pm – 7pm

+ Delicious burgers, empanadas and street food from Beau’s Burgers.

Showtime 6:30pm

This is an 18+ event in a fully accessible venue.

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