Our Tease-O-Rama Experience, Part 2

Hello Again Lovely Friends of The Honey Buns,

Lola Getz here again to tell you about our fantastic trip to San Francisco for Tease-O-Rama 2008.

Friday October 3, 2008
Where we last left off was Thursday night after having made our Tease-O-Rama debut and having had some great food. Natasha and I were just plain tired so we skipped the late night dance party and went to bed. Friday we had nothing to do but be tourists around San Francisco. So we put on our Vaudezilla T-shirts (Roar!) and got our tourist on.

First stop was Fisherman's Warf. If you are looking for tourist stuff in San Francisco it's up by Fisherman's Warf. We ate lunch at Boudin Bakery at the Warf. I am in love with the little animals they make out of bread. I <3 bread animals! We did some wandering around and said hi to the sea lions that hang out there. Very cute animals even if they are always fighting.

There is a little secret about Natasha that I would like to share with you all. She loves (LOVES) a hot fudge sundae. So we were not getting out of SF with out a stop at Ghirardelli Square for Natasha and her love of the hot fudge sundae. She totally enjoyed it and I had a few bites just to make sure it was good.

We walked down to the bay to see the Golden Gate Bridge (there may or may not be a picture of Natasha humping me by the bridge). I love the water so I decided to roll up my pants and stick my feet in. I neglected to assess the temperature of the water before I was ankle deep in freezing water from the bay. We had a great time just being tourists even if I would not go to the wax museum because of how creepy wax dummies are.

Friday night was the first night of the large stage show at Bimbo's 365 Club. There were so many amazing performers that we got to see. Dirty Martini and Catherine D'Lish were two of my favorite from that night. Chica Boom and Roky Roulette also stole a place in my heart that night. Both Natasha and I were in total awe of Kellita and her shimmy! It was a beautiful venue for the art of burlesque to be showcased in.

Saturday October 4, 2008
I had to get back to the city I love so much. Since I was leaving in the afternoon for Chicago, Natasha and I had some brunch and got packed up to leave.

Now we are both back in Chicago and ready to kick some ass. It was a great experience and it taught us a lot. Look for some new numbers in the coming months because we are working our butts off to bring you the best from The Honey Buns.

Hugs,

Lola

Our Tease-O-Rama Experience, Part 1

Hello Lovely Friends of The Honey Buns,

Lola Getz here, and I'm going to update you all on our trip to San Francisco for Tease-O-Rama 2008.

Natasha and I had a blast during the time we were in San Francisco. We got to see some amazing dancing during the festival and meet some wonderful people.

We arrived at the airport Wednesday night after a very uneventful flight (my favorite kind) and took the BART to downtown San Francisco. We got some late night munchies and then settled down in our hotel.

Thursday October 2nd, 2008
Thursday morning we finally had some time to explore San Francisco, even though we had both been there on vacation at other times. I really wanted to see Japan Town during this trip so we put on our walking shoes and started to explore. According to the map, Japan Town appeared to be close to where we were staying, so there shouldn't have been much walking involved. About halfway to our destination I started using sarcastic air quotes around the word "close" because I am a Midwest kind of girl and all the hills are killer. So even if it looks "close" on a map it's a long walk for a flatlander like me.

When we finally did come to Japan Town we had some very yummy food. We also took some photos in the mall. Since we were performing Thursday night we decided to call it a day after that bit of exploring as we wanted to give the audience our best rendition of our Waitress number to "Pour Some Sugar On Me." After a quick nap and some getting pretty we found our way over to The Rickshaw Stop for the event.

Everyone backstage was amazingly nice and so welcoming. This was our first festival and our first performance outside of Chicago so we were a bit nervous. Well I was a bit nervous on that night. Natasha is usually cool as a cucumber and helps me get my nerves under control. We got to be a part of a really amazing show with some very cool dancers. Kiki Bomb of the Devil-Ettes made Natasha and I feel so welcome. We talked a bit with Trixy Vixen from the UK before we went on stage.

After getting all that Whip Cream cleaned off we watched the last of the show. Ms. Violetta Beretta from Hawaii was amazing! At the end of the night I had been complimented by a guy in a gorilla suit, covered in Whip Cream by one of my best friends in the world, and been part of The Honey Buns' first national burlesque appearance. Our number went really well, we were both very pleased with the results of our hard work and dedication to the art of burlesque. It was a great night but it did not end there.

Natasha and I were starving so we went out for some late night food with our photographer and one of our fans that came all the way from Chicago to see us dance.

Check back soon for updates on Friday (The quest for the perfect hot fudge sundae) and Saturday (The trip home).

Hugs,

Lola

Fundraiser Photos

Photos from our fundraiser are on-line over at bcj. Photography. Click here to check them out now!

Lola & Natasha

Thank You!

Thank you to everyone that came out to T's last night to support our fundraising efforts to get to San Francisco for Tease-O-Rama. Every little bit helps, and it's great to know that we have your love and support.

Didn't make it out last night but still want to help us represent Chicago Burlesque on the national stage? Donate! Use PayPal.com to send us a donation today.

Kisses,

Lola & Natasha

What to expect at The Honey Buns' Fundraiser

- The Honey Buns serving your favorite drinks!
- A special visit by Vaudezilla (http://vaudezilla) and one of the sexy va-va-Vixens!
- Vaudezilla Goodies Bags!
- A silent auction of three different framed photos of The Honey Buns by bcj. Photography!
- Homemade baked goods made by none other than...Lola Getz of The Honey Buns!
- Buttons by Vaudezilla!
- A 50/50 CASH Raffle! (Grand prize wins 1/2 of the raffle pot!) Additional prizes will include signed photos of The Honey Buns and a gift back from Early 2 Bed (http://early2bed.com).

Drink to the Buns! (Fundraising Extravaganza)

Date: Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Time: 7:00 PM
Venue Name: T's Bar & Restaurant
Address: 5025 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60640 (Click for Google Map)
Phone: (773) 784-6000
Ticket Price: FREE!
Flyer:

For Immediate Release!

The Honey Buns, a Chicago-based burlesque duo, have been heating up stages and melting hearts in shows across town including Varietease Cabaret, Girlie-Q Live, Beast Women and Vaudezilla Productions. The Honey Buns are Lola Getz and Natasha Minsk.

They have been honored with an invitation to represent Chicago burlesque on a national stage at the Tease-O-Rama Burlesque Convention in San Francisco, CA. Tease-O-Rama is the first convention in the United States dedicated to the thriving neo-burlesque revival.

Help the Chicago burlesque scene get the recognition it deserves by imbibing to support Sexy! The Honey Buns will be guest bartending on Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at T's Bar and Restaurant, 5025 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60640. Drop by between 7:00pm and midnight and order a drink served by the Buns. Admission is FREE! Proceeds from bar sales will help to defray travel and lodging expenses incurred while representing Chicago at Tease-O-Rama.

Highlights of the evening include guest appearances by other local burlesque beauties, a raffle with spectacular prizes and a bake sale. Creative, classy and Burlesque-inspired attire is encouraged!

Visit The Honey Buns on-line at http://thehoneybuns.com.

Click here for more info.

Drink to the Buns!

Click on the photo for details regarding an upcoming fundraising mixer - you're all invited!

Lola & Natasha

Massive Photo Update

We just posted a whole bunch of photos on our MySpace page. Not our MySpace friend yet? Then fix that by clicking here!

Kisses,

Lola & Natasha

San Francisco or BUST!

The Honey Buns have been invited to perform at the Tease-O-Rama Meet & Mingle Showcase and Dance Party on Thursday, October 2, in San Francisco! But we need your help to get there! The cost of flights and lodging in San Francisco is nothing to twirl a tassel at, so we're asking you to help us go national. There are a few different ways you can help:

1. Buy our merchandise! You can buy 8x10 prints from our Bake Shop or you can purchase t-shirts, hats and underwear in our CafePress.com store.
   
2. Donate! Use PayPal.com to send us a donation.
   
3. Sponsor us! That's right, sponsor The Honey Buns and we'll help get your company's name out to our fans. Contact us today to discuss details.
   
4. Hire us! We're available for stage shows, corporate events, and more. Get in touch.

The proceeds from your purchases and donations will help to defray the costs of getting our buns to Tease-O-Rama.

Lola & Natasha

Varietease Cabaret - So Much Fun!

We performed to a SOLD OUT crowd at Lakeshore Theater last night with Varietease Cabaret! Thanks to everyone that came out to support us. We love hearing your shouts and whistles as we have so much fun peeling it off for you.

Thanks again, and we're looking forward to seeing you at Beast Women on August 23.

Lola & Natasha