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✨RIVER MONAE✨

@the.rivermonae

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Producer of The W&R Cabaret💋
THE NOVEMBER OPEN STAGE APP CLOSES 10/24 AT 1AM✨
@alliebrooke__💍

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THE W&R CABARET BURLESQUE AND DRAG OPEN STAGE APPLICATIONS ARE BACK BABY✨🔥

If you are looking for a night of fierce burlesque and drag performances, hot people to entertain, TALENT to surround yourself with and unforgettable vibes while avoiding the pressure of competition — THIS IS THE STAGE FOR YOU!✨

Are you new or seasoned in burlesque and/or drag but want to have a safe space to share your talent? — THIS IS ALSO THE STAGE FOR YOU🤌🏼

All styles, body types, genders, and experience levels welcome — literally anyone! 🙌🏼

‼️APPLICATION DEADLINE OCTOBER 24TH AT 1AM & CAST EMAIL RELEASE WILL GO OUT OCTOBER 25th‼️

📍 @fullsteamatc In Durham
🗓️ Thursday, November 5th
🚪 Doors 7:30pm | Show 8:00pm

Scan the QR code to apply or find it in my bio!

#burlesque #drag #openstage #queer #winksandrougecabaret by @the.rivermonae

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To everyone who came to The W&R Birthday Show, artist or audience…..
your dedication to this community is untouchable. Seeing you pour your hearts and talents into this while remaining so genuinely kind has been an incredible experience. You make producing in such a stressful time almost feel easy, and I’m forever grateful for that. To all of my dear friends in these photos, I love you all so much & you are so special! ✨🩷

Always remember one thing - Every single person in this community deserves this space we all have built together. We would not be here without the audience, production staff & the artists!

There will be plenty more photos of the whole cast and videos are coming soon. 💋

#burlesque #drag #openstage #winksandrougecabaret #queerspace by @the.rivermonae

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3 days ago

I love you, endlessly! 🤌🏼💕

Wonderful shots from a fantastic photoshoot for our anniversary with @flashbacks_bloom ✨📸

#photoshoot #photography #lesbian #love taken in Downtown Raleigh by @the.rivermonae

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12 days ago

If you sit in the front row, you get front row treatment! 😉😈

The Winks & Rouge Cirque D’Freaque Birthday Show at @fullsteamatc was SPICY🌶️🔥
I have so many things to show you guys!
When wifey wasn’t available I had some wonderful friends fill in.
Thank you @thee_myth_congeniality for donating your fiancé for a good cause. This was so fun!🤭🎊
Thank you @backstitchtheclown for my gorgeous robe! 💕I am still not over the joy and love I feel from this show. Don’t worry, I’ll give you all a good photo dump later this week. It’s too good not to share! For now, enjoy these clips! 💋

#winksandrougecabaret #burlesque #drag #openstage #lgbtq taken in Fullsteam ATC by @the.rivermonae

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13 days ago

Wishing a Big Ole Happy Birthday to our badass libras @the.rivermonae @garnet.starlet & @lipslikelepore !! Special shoutout to my libra bestie back in MI @kal_monster 💖💖💖💖💖 and to @bohemianclapstitty !! ~ whose birthtitty is also coming right up! Thanks Dan @bullcityboudoir for the overhead pic ~ and to @fullsteamatc for being the lovely new home for Winks & Rouge Cabaret! 🫶 ~ We’ll see ya again the first Thursday of next month! taken in Fullsteam ATC by @the.rivermonae

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15 days ago

TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT🎉🎂✨

collaboration with The winks and Rouge Cabaret & lady we present to you: The Cirque D’freaque Open Stage🎪🎊

Mark your calendars for tonight, October 1st, for 8pm at @fullsteamatc ! We’re celebrating my birthday in our stunning new home with the best views and vibes! We have curated a powerhouse cast that is going to absolutely blow your mind🔥

In collaboration with @lady.giallo and The Winks & Rouge Cabaret - we are hosting a Burlesque, Drag and Draglesque Open Stage!
Winks & Rouge Cabaret Shows is a place where tease meets transformation & artists blow your mind! This month we have one of the most diverse casts we have ever had.

Get ready to explore, express, & indulge ✨
•All styles welcome & encouraged
•All genders + bodies
•New & seasoned performers
•Safe, supportive, non-competitive

📍 @fullsteamatc In Durham
🗓️ Thursday October 1st
🚪 Doors 7:30pm | Show 8:00pm

🎟️ ticket link in bio!

Thank you @bullcityboudoir and @dosavocadosmedia for this wonderful drone footage to show off the event!

#fullsteamatc #winksandrougecabaret #burlesque #drag #draglesque taken in Fullsteam ATC by @the.rivermonae

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16 days ago

We made it!🥹🎊

Seeing the show name up on the marquee is a total dream come true. We’ve worked so hard to get here, and seeing it in lights is the ultimate milestone. It was too sweet and such a huge milestone not to share with this wonderful community. Thank you to everyone who has supported this journey—we’re just getting started!

Now, make sure you go grab your tickets in my bio for The Cirque D’Freaque Open Stage on Thursday. We will be delivering some of the most diverse burlesque & drag you will see in the triangle!😉

Show date: October 1st
Time: Doors 7:30pm | 8:00pm
Location: @fullsteamatc

If you’re still curious about our show, feel free to reach out to me! 💋

#winksandrougecabaret #burlesque #drag #marquee #openstage taken in Fullsteam ATC by @the.rivermonae

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19 days ago

The River Monae Birthday Show is almost here🎉🎂✨

The Winks & Rouge Cabaret and Lady Giallo presents Cirque D’Freaque: a night of wild burlesque and drag 🎪🎊🔥

If you are looking for a night of entertaining burlesque and drag performances, hot people, TALENT to surround yourself with and unforgettable vibes while artist avoid the pressure of competition — THIS IS THE PLACE FOR YOU!✨

I mean look at this lineup‼️🤌🏼
@frannystarlight our EMCEE
@lipslikelepore
@hausuvsmokee
@the.rivermonae
@scarlettejadeaddams our special Co-host
@garnet.starlet
@bohemianclapstitty
@soultry_sweetzzzz
@k0.gnito
@thee_myth_congeniality
@shimmydiosa
@b_side_circus
Which includes:
@backstitchtheclown
@everybody_loves_buttons
@mx_creant
@offaljack
@just_patchwork

Mark your calendars! We’re celebrating my birthday in our stunning new home, where climate control, meets the best views and vibes! We have curated a powerhouse cast that is going to absolutely blow your mind!

We will have a raffle which includes a photoshoot with @gialloshots📸
Vendor of the month: @hotwaxglasstoys make sure you come check out their hand crafted toys next Thursday! 😉

📍 @fullsteamatc In Durham
🗓️ Thursday October 1st
🚪 Doors 7:30pm | Show 8:00pm

🎟️ ticket link in bio!

#winksandrougecabaret #burlesque #drag #cirque #queer taken in Fullsteam ATC by @the.rivermonae

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21 days ago

All the artist are OUT‼️🎪✨

The final 4 sets of artists to hit are stage are…
@k0.gnito
@thee_myth_congeniality
@shimmydiosaburlesque
@b_side_circus
@backstitchtheclown
@everybody_loves_buttons
@dykey_way
@mx_creant
@offaljack
@just_patchwork

If you’re curious about what’s to come, let me tell you!
In collaboration with The winks and Rouge Cabaret & lady we present to you: The Cirque D’freaque Open Stage🎪🎊

Mark your calendars for October 1st, for 8pm at @fullsteamatc ! We’re celebrating my birthday in our stunning new home, where climate control, meets the best views and vibes! We have curated a powerhouse cast that is going to absolutely blow your mind😉😈

come see us serve a wide range of talent on the Winks and Rouge Cabaret Stage!

📍 @fullsteamatc
🚪 Doors 7:30pm | Show 8:00pm

We hope to see you there 😉

#birthdayshow #cirque #freaque #fullsteamatc #burlesqueanddrag by @the.rivermonae

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22 days ago

Curious about the new Winks & Rouge Cabaret location? Let us show you! ✨👠

We are so excited to announce that the show will be officially featured on the front entrance marquee! There is nothing quite like seeing your name in lights. 🥹🎉

Step inside our stunning new space! From the cozy armchairs to the perfect tiered seating, we’ve created the ultimate visible atmosphere for an unforgettable night. Comfort is a must here. Make sure you come see it for yourself!

📍 @fullsteamatc, ATC
🗓️ October 1st
🚪 Doors: 7:30pm | Show: 8:00pm

You also get full access to:
🍴 The Fullsteam Restaurant
🌿 The Fullsteam Private Patio
📸 The Fullsteam Historic Building (the perfect backdrop for your intermission and end-of-show photo sesh!)

Come enjoy the new and improved vibe! ❤️🔥

You still have questions? Feel free to reach out!

See you there 💋

#burlesque #winksandrougecabaret #drag #openstage #fullsteamatc taken in Fullsteam ATC by @the.rivermonae

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23 days ago

It’s so easy to be in love with you 🥰🫶🏼

Happy anniversary to @alliebrooke__ My Wife, partner, and best friend. 🥂 Three years of marriage later, you’re still my rock, my safe place, and my home. The world grows silent when I am with you. I never thought I could find a love like this, but you make every day better just by being in it. I mean that! Here’s to growing, healing, and doing life together forever more! I love you so much Baby♥️✨💍

Go wish my Wife a Happy Anniversary too because she deserves all the love in the world! ☺️💕

#happyanniversary #weddinganniversary❤️💍 #queer #3yearsmarried💍 #mylove

Thank you, @laneb25_ for these wonderful photos of our ceremony & thank you @shygirlunbothered for snagging the silly ones after the reception. I adore you both so much for doing this for us. 💋 by @the.rivermonae

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24 days ago

We aren’t releasing all of the artist just yet 😉😈

Here is our second round of artist!
@scarlettejadeaddams which is our special co-host and performing artist!
@garnet.starlet
@bohemianclapstitty
@soultry_sweetzzzz

Mark your calendars for October 1st, for 8pm at @fullsteamatc ! We will be curating talent and entertainment for you all. Burlesque, Drag, Draglesque - it’s all going to be there! We’re celebrating my birthday in our stunning new home, where climate control, (no more hot or cold shows), meets the best views and vibes! We have curated a powerhouse cast that is going to absolutely blow your mind!

You have to wait a little longer to meet everyone else 😉💋

#burlesque #drag #openstage #winksandrougecabaret #queer by @the.rivermonae

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