Turning Tricks

Turning Tricks, written by Glam Gam Productions, choreography by Gabrielle Coulter, directed by Michael J. McCarthy and Hannah Morrow

If the thought of a man in a chicken costume slowly removing his clothes excites you, then you'll love Glam Gam Productions' Turning Tricks! Turning Tricks is about the Gold Dust Women: a wild group of magicians and sideshow freaks who enjoy getting into wacky and sexually-charged escapades! Supporting characters include a mysterious genie, a voluptuous muppet and two friendly gimps wearing golden morphsuits.

Turning Tricks is full of catchy song and dance numbers, like most burlesque shows, but adds its own sexy (and at times terrifying) twist! Only at Turning Tricks can you see a Donny Darko-esque rabbit man strip to the grim lyrics of "Mad World". One can also enjoy the sight of flaming nipple pasties and of golden showers while watching this fantastically weird show.

Turning Tricks is bizarre, and at times philosophical, but never takes itself too seriously. The show is full of unique and wonderfully portrayed characters that are very easy to love. The actors gave the audience a powerful, sensual and extremely intriguing performance that will leave you panting and begging for more!

You can watch Turning Tricks at Montreal's beloved Café Cleopatra (1230 Saint-Laurent) and buy tickets for it via the Montreal Fringe Festival website. The show is for adults only, but is fun for the whole family! Even grandma!

--Patricia Petit Liang hosts FunkShui every Sunday at 2 PM EST on CJLO.