Red Snapper

Tub Tales 10.29.23

I went to my 17th John Mayer concert last night and we performed our last Cirque du Burlesque last night. Here's my viewpoint on both.

Full Reveal Rewind: The Boobies

I have a nerdlesque act in the wayback machine for you! Enjoy this performance of Andi and Bran from the Goonies-themed burlesque show at Monday Night Tease in 2014. (I know I enjoyed seeing how awesome my a...

Behind the Scenes: The Beginning and the End

Last night was Nutmeg's debut at Viva's Lounge. It was also the last Cirque du Burlesque show ever. It's a little strange that both happened at the same time.

We've known the end of Viva's was coming, so we've had time to pre-mourn. Our big focus last night was Nutmeg's debut. Lots of prac...

Shooting Promo Pics With Nutmeg

Our last Cirque du Burlesque at Viva's Lounge is next weekend! The producer has plenty of studio photos of me, but she doesn't have any of Nutmeg. (Note: Live performance photos are a little raw, so studio photos are usually preferred for fliers and such. Performers are wild-eyed and sweaty, and ...

Behind the Scenes: Matchy Matchy

It's the end of the month and our costumes for Nutmeg's debut are almost complete! I have to hem the legs and sleeves of my jumpsuit, plus add buttons for accents here and there.

The fancy pockets with built-in belt loops seem a little high. I may have to remove them and reattach them a lit...

Full Reveal - Speak & Strip? Reaction Video

With the Hawaii trip and Mr. Snapper's class reunion this month, I thought it would be fun to share this gem from the vault with you.

Should I revisit this act? Maybe rebuild the costume and only offe...

Tub Tales 09.23.23

Here's a story from my trip and some details on the end of an era in Dallas burlesque. Enjoy!

My Hawaiian vacation and how I got very few photos of myself

When I first told Mr. Snapper that we should go to Hawaii, I thought about the opportunity to find some little beach and shoot in the nude. I considered the possibility of getting some photos in some cute outfits, and how we'd have pictures of the two of us having a great time.

We also took...

Behind the Scenes: Costumes for Two

I was trying to take it easy in the sewing room before Nutmeg's debut. I knew I would have to make her costume, but I was hoping I could just order a great jumpsuit. I need something with pockets and a little style. I can't use rhinestones in our collective costumes yet because she eats things. 2023-08-31 02:37:03 +0000 UTC View Post

Full Reveal: Cocktails with Red Snapper - Tropical Wank

With my vacation ahead and Dallas days finally under 100 degrees every day, I felt like celebrating with a new cocktail concoction. Enjoy!

Tub Tales 08.27.23

That's right-- we wrote a book! It's been a busy month, between the Muppet-themed co-production and preparing for our Hawaii trip while it's been over 100 degrees every damn day. We finished the book a few weeks ago, and we just got our cover squared away.

It's now available for 2023-08-27 20:56:08 +0000 UTC View Post

Rewedding Day!

Happy August, friends! Today marks 10 years from our rewedding at Monday Night Tease. Monday marks 30 years of wedded and creative bliss.

I'm fortunate to have a creative partner who fully supports my pursuits. H...

Tub Tales 07.30.23

I have some sad news and some happy news.

Our home venue is in its final months, which means we're getting Nutmeg ready for the stage sooner. There's no public announcement from the venue yet, but they...

Full Reveal: Mega Costume Reaction Video

I no longer perform this act, but I loved the process of creating it. I performed it for several years. Enjoy my show and tell of "Is You Is Or Is You Ain't, My Baby?" (Mega Costume).

The Great Pastie Caper

Mr. Snapper and I are so pleased to co-produce The Great Pastie Caper with Vivenne Vermouth at Viva's Lounge next month. We've talked about it for years and the opportunity is finally here!...

Behind the Scenes: Finishing the Pandemic Act

In 2020 I started building this act with a green tribute bra and gorgeous panel skirt. I bought a vintage mint-colored dress for my outer costume. I think I made the fancy panty shortly after I moved into my house in 2021. It's been in the works for a while.

I took a resource for granted an...

Midsummer Activity

I thought I’d get a lot done this summer, and then summer happened to me.

My 30-year class reunion was in June. I had a fantastic time reconnecting with former classmates. I also sponsored and assembled goodie bags and “yearbook” memory pages for autographs. Lots of prep and a little ...

Tub Tales 06.24.23

I'm busy with positive creative and life activities. From the day job promotion and related travel to Snapper activities galore, plus a vacation on the horizon, July has been a whirlwind and there's more to ...

Full Reveal: "El Corazon" Reaction Video

This is my first reaction video. As I've mentioned, sometimes the Full Reveal gives you insight into my process. I'm excited to share this act that saw the stage only once.

I still have plenty of steel...

Tough Costume Decisions

Nutmeg's official stage debut will be late November at Viva's Lounge. The team has been fantastic with allowing me to work there with her for the past year. They're also very gentle and loving with her, making it a comfortable place for us to work.

If all goes well, her second act will be a...

Behind the Scenes - Fucking Flies

As the talent, I tend to just focus on getting myself ready and remembering what I have to do on shoot days. Sure, I do some pre-production stuff like making drink syrups, curating or creating costumes, or commissioning soundalikes. But when we start the shoot day, Mr. Snapper takes the helm for ...

Tub Tales 05.28.23

This was one of the most ridiculous Tub Tales shoots to date. I hope it brings you a laugh or two.

Full Reveal: Cocktails with Red Snapper - Snapper's Punch

I love riffing on classic cocktails. My recipe in the video is for one serving, but I made two so I could share with my trusty production crew. :)

I hope you enjoy the video as much as I enjoyed making...

Behind the Scenes - Making Cocktail Syrups

I'm allergic to a lot of weird stuff– weird as in not conventional allergies. This means we spend plenty of time in the kitchen for cocktail crafting. This is a completely practical video about turning jam...

Slow upgrades

This is my sweaty backstage selfie from this year's Star Wars show at Viva's Lounge. Hair is messy from the helmet and I had minimal makeup since I was only performing Mando.

The first year I performed this act, I had a few weeks to cobble together a costume while Mr. Snapper created the Gr...

Full Reveal: Red Snapper Does Mr. Snapper 2

I laughed when Mr. Snapper suggested I give his acts a whirl in the Full Reveal series. I also laugh when I perform his acts. I think I made the top because of the fringe, he made the pants, and I made the bag. (It's been so long that it's hard to remember.)

I hope you enjoy watching 2023-04-29 17:33:51 +0000 UTC View Post

Behind the Scenes: Davy Crockett

In the "Red Snapper Does Mr. Snapper" series, I tackled Davy Crockett. I believe he choreographed this one himself back in 2010 or 2012. There were two tricky bits of choreography that I had to learn. You can laugh while 2023-04-28 01:39:52 +0000 UTC View Post

Tub Talk 03.27.23

Funny story time. When I finished my Tub Tales last month, Mr. Snapper hopped into the tub with me. (We had a bigger tub in our first apartment in Dallas, and a much bigger tub when we shot in a hotel with a jacuzzi. He's 6'1" and filled the tub.)

I thought he was just hopping in to soak wi...

"You know what would be a good idea?"

An idea pops into my head on March 31st. Despite my still-healing thumbs (tendonitis), I suspected I'd be performing something in the Star Wars show at Viva's this year. Our Mandalorian act was a pretty...

Tub Tales 03.27.23

I was so happy to perform at All Con, even if I was a late addition to the lineup. I hope I can take a class next time I do a convention.