CD RELEASE PARTY – “TALK TO ME”

Listening to the sounds of singer-songwriter Markeisha Ensley is like indulging in a rich, flour-less chocolate cake while drinking a well-aged, red wine.  She combines piano-playing flair with smooth soul, her mellifluous voice soaring over unforgettable melodies. 

Originally from Colorado, she is the winner of the 2011 Abe Olman Scholarship Award for Excellence in Songwriting from the Songwriters Hall of Fame/Songwriters Guild of America, with previous recipients including John Legend. 

A cross between Alicia Keys and Anita Baker, Markeisha strikes an uplifting groove and graces the stage with a powerful, undeniable presence.

ABOUT MARKEISHA’S MUSIC

Markeisha mixes a unique blend of Motown doo-wop harmonies, pop melodies and gospel singing on her new EP, Talk to Me, a sultry selection of up-tempos and ballads on love.   Smooth and sexy, the 5 songs were written by the singer as reflection on her recent travels to France and the Caribbean.  Recorded with her band in New York at Flux Studios (Mick Jagger, Jennifer Lopez, Babyface), the EP is produced by up-and-coming producer, David Amber.

ABOUT MARKEISHA

This amazing young artist has won honorable mentions in the Billboard World Songwriting Contest and recognition by BMI/Songwriters Association of Washington, where she was asked to perform at the Smithsonian Museum alongside legendary Motown songwriter Lamont Dozier (“Stop! In the Name of Love”).  She has toured throughout the country, appeared on “Showtime at the Apollo” and recently completed a residency performing in St. Barths.

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“Singer/songwriter Markeisha Ensley brings a rare passion to her work. Her soulful voice, arresting and compelling, soars over her beautifully crafted melodies and lyrics.  She will undoubtedly have a long future in the music industry.” – Bob Leone Projects Director Songwriters Hall of Fame

ENJOY THIS CLIP – MARKEISHA SINGING “FEVER”!

Fever – YouTube

www.Markeisha.com

SHOWTIME AND TICKETS

Sunday, September 2nd at 8pm

Tickets: $15

With special guest appearance by Lannie Garrett!

Deemed “avant sonic acrobats” by LA Weekly, Duo del Sol’s music sparkles with kinetic energy and soul.

Their style is hard to describe, at once compared to Radiohead while still bringing in a Gypsy element reminiscent of Django and Grappelli.  This duo puts on a concert show that excites audiences and thrill fans from coast to coast.  Passionate, energetic, romantic and intelligent, violinist, Javier Orman (from Uruguay) and guitarist, Tom Farrell, (Chicago, Ill.) are artists in every sense of the word.  The creativity of their original music has been called nothing less than, “genius.”

Each musician brings their own special quality to the stage and to each composition…Antonio Banderas with a bit of El Mariachi thrown in.

Recently, along with too many credits to mention, guitarist, Tom Farrell recorded for the soundtrack of Will Ferrell’s movie, “Casa de mi Padre.”  Violinist, Javier has toured with Entropy Ensemble, a hybrid chamber/jazz group, has performed all throughout Latin America and teaches children through a program he founded, “Kidzymphony.”

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear this exceptional artistic duo at Lannie’s when they appear for the first time in Colorado.  We promise, you will be hearing more from them and when you do, you can say you were in the audience one special and intimate night.  We promise you’ll be happy you did.

ENJOY THIS VIDEO CLIP OF THESE UNIQUE ARTISTS

A Manu – Dúo del Sol – violin & guitar

SHOWTIME AND TICKETS

Friday, September 7th at 8pm
Doors open at 7pm

As always, Naughty Pierre will be the hilarious host and master of ceremonies.  You won’t want to miss this exciting and fiery night of world dance performances!

Bella Diva Dance is Denver’s best live Carnivale show!  Not only will you be entranced by the sheer amount of shaking feathers, beads, and glitter, you won’t be able to stop tapping your feet to those Samba and Belly Dance beats!  Dripping in feathers, glitz, and glamorous over-the-top gorgeous costumes, (worth the price of admission just to SEE ‘em) these lovely dancers from the acclaimed troupe, Bella Diva Dance, will mesmerize you with scintillating & sensual dance numbers and “can’t sit still” rhythms and beats from all around the world!

Join us for a night of hip-shaking, sword-wielding, feather-popping ladies who know what it means to be a Diva!

“Just returned home from day one of PrideFest and ‘Holy Dancing Feathers, Batman,’  just when I thought I have seen it all. WOW!!!!! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Bella Diva Dance!! These ladies are not to be missed!” - Brian D. Reed of Ah-Some Photography

PHOTOS COURTESY OF PHOTOGRAPHERS – Matt. W. Smith and Westword Photographer, Jim Willis

SHOWTIME AND TICKETS

Wednesday, June 19th at 8pm

Wednesday, July 17th at 8pm

TICKETS:  $12

Doors open at 7pm – please arrive no later than 7:45 to claim your seats!

THIS WEEK’S SHOW FEATURES GUEST BURLESQUE STAR AND HOST, THE “BOSS” OF BURLESQUE, MISS FOXY TANN!

A VERY special one night only show, don’t miss it!

Naughty Pierre, your irascible and quick-witted host, has assembled a cast of adorable Burlesque dancers and Vaudeville variety acts to offer a night of excitement, laughter, and unforgettable fun!

Featuring old-fashioned burlesque from the ’20s and ’30s as well as modern twists on the classic form, this show is sexy, sassy, and fun. Every high-energy night includes comedians, torch song singers, puppet shows, belly dancers, magicians… Grab a date – it’s a perfect date night – or throw your bachelorette/bachelor parties in the classiest room in town.

Thursday, September 13th we present nationally renowned special guest star emcee, The Boss of Burlesque…
Foxy Tann!

The Fox (pictured left) has been seen emceeing and performing at everything from block parties to fundraisers to pageants to parades – including the infamous “brick toss” Loring Block Party!  In 2006, The Fox’s first foray into the genre of burlesque happened when “The Naughty Naughty Show: A Not So Nude Burlesque Revue” was commissioned by the Seville Cabaret in Minneapolis and The Wham Bam Thank You Maams were born. For six months, this weekly show upped the ante and put naughty back on its way to cult status.

All that popularity had to lead to something and it did – “Best Troupe” and “Most Vegas” at Miss Exotic World 2006.  Being the largest and most prestigious burlesque pageant on the planet, Miss Exotic World opened up doors to The Fox, performing with Margaret Cho in her burlesque review in LA, The Sensuous Woman, then traveling to London and performing to rave reviews on The West End with European burlesque sensation Immodesty Blaize, and then packing the house with Tease-O-Rama and Little Minsky’s both in San Francisco.

Lately, Foxy has concentrated on letting the world at large know that The Fox has arrived, traveling the festival circuit and performing in Denver, Chicago, Toronto, New York and Vegas, not to mention Eau Claire, Saint Paul, Madison and Milwaukee. Wherever she goes, The Fox is not forgotten!

http://foxytann.com/

You can’t miss this amazing night, it will certainly be one to remember!

Please call our box office for special VIP seating: 303.293.0075

SHOWTIME AND TICKETS

Thursday, September 13th at 8pm (18+)

Doors 7pm
Show 8pm
(please arrive prior to 7:45 to secure your seats by show time!)

$20 General Seating

$25 VIP – Not available online. Please call the box office for special VIP Bachelorette/ Bachelor/ Birthday/ Celebration tickets. VIP tickets include a tiara or fedora for each guest, and ensures that the person of honor will get onstage during the show (not available online, please call our Box Office to purchase VIP at 303-293-0075).

LAST SHOW OF THE SEASON:  FREE!

This is not your stale old “drag” show, but a night of ILLUSION and glamour rarely seen in Denver. The “gals” of Viva Las Divas will step up the game in a show that is glitter and glitz, comedy, camp and more.

This show is hosted by two of the most prestigious and talented female illusion artists this side of the Mississippi.  The beloved (and they’re best friends, too!), Alexandra Winters and Harley Quinn!

Whether performing like whirling dervishes, regular ole “hell on heels,” or dishing out quips and comebacks to their audiences, working a crowd is nothing new to these two pros.

Alexandra is best known in the “art of illusion” circuit for her spot on performances as the Divine Miss Midler and Harley has worked “her” magic on the gay rodeo circuit across America (albeit with more a Rodeo Drive touch).  Together they bring over 10 feet of comic timing and pageant queen sizzle to the stage.

Yes, you’ll see the classics like Cher, but also Beyonce, Jennifer Lopez, Drag Kings and even a national touring guest artist from time to time.

The night gives a nod and warm salute to all the incredibly talented illusion artists that have graced the stages of Las Vegas, New York and Paris.  VIVA LAS DIVAS!

There will be featured guest artists and stars who will perform variety numbers in diverse garb and drag.  Some of these guest artists include:

FELONY MISDEMEANOR (former Miss Gay El Paso) Whether it’s Beyonce, Janet Jackson or something completely unexpected, this drag superstar will keep you smiling.

“POP PRINCESS” – SASHA ANDREWS, the youngest, the rebel, brings a touch of Taylor Swift or Avril Lavigne to the show.

VENUS SEXTON really sings! Calling up Etta James and Billie Holiday or working a mean Mariah Carey.

KIERA SEXTON (former Miss Gay Colorado) is known for her glamorous nods to Rihanna and Jennifer Lopez.

MR. BOOTZY EDWARD COLLYNZ, the drag KING amongst the divas, will dance his way into your heart with Usher, Rick James or Chuck Berry.  Amazing!

PHOTO CREDITS:  9th Circle Photography and Norman Dillon Photography

SHOWTIME AND TICKETS:

Wednesday, September 12th at 8pm

TICKETS:  FREE!

Join us for a night of laughs

(bawdy, clean and everything in-between)!

Propaganda!, is a monthly showcase featuring the finest stand-up comedy our fair city has to offer.  Each month you can expect not only some of Colorado’s most talented comedians, but a rotating array of national talent who happen to be in town, yes, special guests who have been seen on television, as well as clubs and colleges around the nation.

Produced by Matt Monroe, a comic who has performed all over Denver as well as in LA, Chicago, and recently at the Hollywood Fringe Festival.

Propaganda! will have you starting your week with a laugh!  Turn off the TV, grab some friends, your best guy or gal, and get on down to the classiest room in town for a night of hilarity. 

LINE UP OF COMEDIANS FOR NOVEMBER

HEADLINER – Rory Scovel (Comedy Central, HBO, Conan, Jimmy Fallon)

FEATURED COMEDIANS

Adam Cayton-Holland (CBS, Esquire Magazine, Montreal Comedy Festival)

Andrew Orvedahl (Last Comic Standing, Aspen Comedy Festival, SiriusXM)

Ben Roy (MTV, Montreal Just for Laughs, NickMom)

AND….one surprise guest!

PHOTO of Andrew Orvedahl courtesy of photographer Ryan Brackin

SHOWTIME AND TICKETS

Monday, November 19th at 9pm

Doors open at 8pm

Tickets:  FREE!

An hilarious burlesque romp straight from and through the trailer park!

You’ll enjoy hotdogs, burlesque, comedy and beer!

See what happens when our very own Vegas and his over the top Trailer Park community decide to put on a talent show!

Lordy! Bawdy Burlesque, crazy comedy, mind boggling magic and genius juggling are sure to be a hit in the “klassiest” show on earth.  Hosted by the riotous Naked Vegas with musical sidekick and piano man Larry Wegner, Vegas’ Trailer Park Burly-Q Bash stars a cast of variety performers including the glamorous doyenne of disrobing Miss Orchid Mei, kick-boxing burlesque beauty Merci Me, the lovely and nerdy LoLo Flamingo, the perky personality of Peggy Tulane, and magician and gentleman, Professor Phelyx starring as Cletus McPhee.

Original acts with tongue-in-cheek (and a gentle poke) at trailer park fun, this is sure to be the most unique burlesque and variety show you’ve seen.  Our cast of gritty, colorful characters, and stage design will put you right in the trailer park!

Come in your best “trailer” costume to enhance the experience and WIN FABULOUS PRIZES!

SHOWTIME AND TICKETS

Saturday, September 8th
Doors 7pm
Showtime: 8pm

Tickets:  $20

This popular Burlesque Revue is back!

Help us celebrate an unforgettable and wacky decade with our silly, sexy BURLESQUE tribute to the 1980s!

The gloriously talented aerialist/dancer and famed burlesque queen, the beautiful, Midnite Martini,  has gathered together some of your favorite adorable Clocktower  dancers to dazzle you with musical number after comedy number, after musical number, to honor and pay tribute to the by-gone days of big hair and bad clothes.

You will be transported back in time to re-live those memories (or experience first hand the tales your parents told you about!) of Michael Jackson, Madonna, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Joan Jett, Journey, and a whole roster of celebs and crazies that defined the era.

A big burlesque blowout filled with group numbers, aerial acts, memorable music, big puffy sleeves and even bigger hair!

Don’t miss this trip down memory lane, and please, in the name St. Elmo’s Fire and Flock of Seagulls, turn that collar up, put on your bad shoes and skinny tie and girls, don’t forget to crimp that hair!

Door Prizes for Best ’80s costume each night – dress to regress!

*******CHECK OUT THIS VIDEO CLIP OF THE SHOW******

http://www.solarsystementertainment.com/SSE/80s

SHOWTIME AND TICKETS

MUST BE 18+

Saturday, September 29th
$30 – General Tickets
$35 VIP tickets (not available online, please call our box office for VIP seats 303.293.0075) 

Doors open at 7pm
Showtime 8pm 

Please arrive by 7:45 to be seated in time for the show.

www.midnitemartini.com