Door: 7:00pm Show: 7:30pm

Luminesque Dance presents
WILD THING
featuring PoleCoven

Saturday, July 22
at Capital Ballroom (805 Yates St)
Doors: 7:00PM | Show: 7:30PM
Run Time: Approximately 2 Hours

To purchase tickets for the July 29th show, click HERE!

LET THE WILD RUMPUS BEGIN!

Get swept away by our misfit Max as they escape the confines of this chaotic world into a realm of their own design. Through embodied dance, pole performances, aerial arts, spoken word, exquisite audiovisuals, and an original reimagining of the timeless tale Where the Wild Things Are - we tame the Monsters of time, structure, obligation, and expectation. In our adult-only utopia, Max takes control and conjures a world where all the juiciest gnashing feelings and internal rumblings are not only accepted… but embraced with open hearts and minds. Forget the daily grind and get lost in our sensual, vivid and surreal fantasy where all are welcome and nothing is forbidden! Get tickets now to WILD THING by Luminesque Dance and Pole Coven - a whimsical, wondrous, and wild story unlike any we’ve ever told before - at the Capital Ballroom on July 22 + 29.

WE WISH TO ACKNOWLEDGE...

that we gratefully rehearsed for and are performing this show on the stolen land of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the unceded territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, as well as the traditional territories of the Lkwungen (Lekwungen) speaking peoples, also known today as the Songhees, Esquimalt, and W̱SÁNEĆ First Nations. We are committed to working to decolonize our business, and acknowledging the rightful owners of this land is one of many steps.

WE ALSO WISH TO ACKNOWLEDGE...

...that dance is a part of culture, which involves and intersects with many histories, geographies, lived experiences, and generational inequalities. We dance to tell stories, which makes our modality a meaningful form of art that warrants respect and acknowledgment of its origins. Heels dance as an art is inspired and informed by cultures from the African diaspora, Latin American cultures, LGBTQ+ community culture, kink culture, and the sex work profession. As participants in and appreciators of these cultures, we are committed to dismantling the systems that seek to oppress them. We do so by examining our own biases, integrating diverse perspectives, investing back into these communities, continually educating ourselves, and creating a culture of accountability with our team, students, and advisors. We believe that by encouraging underrepresented voices and bodies to claim their space onstage and onscreen, we're contributing to building a world where everyone can shine.

ABOUT LUMINESQUE DANCE

Luminesque Dance is the heels dance program and show, guaranteed to make you glow! Our mission is to provide expertly-designed heels dance training and professional dance productions that serve as an empowering, safer space to explore and celebrate underrepresented expressions of self and sexuality. We have locations all across the unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples (AKA: Vancouver, North Vancouver, Squamish + Victoria). Our team is a collective of 40+ dance instructors, community builders, and trauma-informed educators.

Our PROGRESS program guides beginner to advanced dancers through the context, technique, and performance of heels dance in weekly 2-hour classes, divided into 3 levels, for 5-month terms. The cast of 400+ dancers then celebrates their growth and connection through an epic production performed for an audience of thousands of supportive fans. PROGRESS does not require dance experience or an audition to join - everybody (19+) is welcome!

If you'd like to taste that spotlight, develop heels dance skills, and connect with an inclusive community - come try a FREE class! Learn more by following us on Instagram @luminesquedance or on our website at luminesquedance.com.

ABOUT THE TICKET TIERS
Please note tickets listed below are our ticket prices, and the venue adds fees on top.

VIP TABLE- $200 FOR 4 SEATS

GET UP CLOSE + PERSONAL IN THE FRONT ROW
These are the best seats in the house! Enjoy our “splash zone” interaction with the performers in the front row. Includes four chairs and a table. Please note these seats aren’t for the faint of heart - if you aren’t prepared to cheer loud and don’t want personal attention from our performers, try our reserved seats instead! Touching the performers without explicit consent is strictly prohibited.

GUARANTEED SEAT- $30 PER SEAT

GUARANTEE YOURSELF A PLACE TO SIT + WATCH
Enjoy our show in comfort by reserving a seated spot. Seats are assigned on a first-come first-seated basis, so if you’d like the best sight line or to sit with your friends, we recommend lining up early. While this ticket guarantees you a spot to sit, it does not guarantee a seat in any particular area of the venue.

GA STANDING TICKETS -
SUPER EARLY BIRD: $20
EARLY BIRD: $25
REGULAR GA: $28
DOOR TICKETS: $30

EXPERIENCE THE SHOW AT EVERY ANGLE
Roam the venue, grab drinks and watch from any angle you like. This is also the most affordable way to see a Luminesque show. Make sure you come early to get a great spot! This ticket is standing only and does not include a place to sit - we cannot provide seats to GA patrons day-of. Not recommended for those with mobility issues or the elderly. Super Early Bird and Early Bird tickets are available in limited quantities, so buy early to save!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Where do I buy tickets?
You can buy them on Admit One (you're here!). Tickets go on sale at 9AM PST on May 23, 2023.

Will you send me a printed ticket? Do I have to bring a printed ticket to the event?
YES, you’ll need to bring your ticket QR code(s) either on your phone or printed out to enter.

What are your COVID protocols?
We are strictly abiding by all COVID protocols for events mandated by the BC government and WorkSafeBC. If you have been in contact with anyone with COVID-19, or have any symptoms or suspect you may have COVID-19, please do not attend our event. If any new restrictions are added after you purchase your tickets and before the event occurs, we will be following all mandates.

Are there minimum age requirements for this event?
This show is 19+, and government issued ID is required to enter the event. Absolutely no minors will be permitted, and refunds will not be granted to minors who purchase tickets.

What can/can’t I bring into the event?
Personal use of cellphones and cameras is allowed but please refrain from using flash. Remain respectful of the personal space and safety of other audience members and dancers at all times. No outside food or beverages are permitted.

Can I take and post photos of the show?
Yes, please just tag @luminesquedance when you do so! Any posts that are unkind or unsupportive will be asked to be taken down.

How do I contact the organizer?
Email glow@luminesquedance.com and allow 72 business hours for a response.

What is the refund policy?
We are not able to offer refunds for any reason for tickets to this event. You may sell your ticket to another patron, but if you do so please ensure you send them your QR code so they can get into the venue.

ACCESSIBILITY
We apologize for any inconvenience caused, but please note that The Capital Ballroom is not wheelchair accessible due to the presence of stairs leading into the space. We understand the importance of providing an inclusive environment and we deeply regret any limitations this may pose. If you have any specific accessibility concerns or require assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us at accessibility@themrggroup.com and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.

ZERO TOLERANCE HARASSMENT POLICY
Luminesque is dedicated to providing a harassment-free and inclusive event experience for everyone, regardless of gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disabilities, physical appearance, body size, ethnicity, nationality, race, age, religion, or other protected category. We do not tolerate harassment of our dancers, staff, or your fellow audience members. Luminesque takes violations of our policy seriously and will respond appropriately - we will not hesitate to remove anyone from an event who does not follow these guidelines.

WARNING: STROBE LIGHTS + LOUD NOISES
Strobe lighting may be used during this video performance. Loud special effects and music will be played during this event.

CROWD RELEASE/NOTICE OF FILMING AND PHOTOGRAPHY
By entering this event presented by Luminesque Dance (Glow Studios Inc), you are entering an area where photography, audio and video recording may occur. Your entry and presence on the event premises constitutes your consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded and to the release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction of any and all recorded media of your appearance, voice, and name for any purpose whatsoever in perpetuity in connection with Glow Studios Inc. and its initiatives, including, by way of example only, use on websites, in social media, news and advertising. By entering the event premises, you waive and release any claims you may have related to the use of recorded media of you at the event, including, without limitation, any right to inspect or approve the photo, video or audio recording of you, any claims for invasion of privacy, violation of the right of publicity, defamation, and copyright infringement or for any fees for use of such record media. You understand that all photography, filming and/or recording will be done in reliance on this consent. If you do not agree to the foregoing, please do not enter the event premises.