Boudoir Events

I am always in the process of planning more fabulous trips to all sorts of exciting places and performances - cabaret clubs, theatres, restaurants, the TG scene's key annual events and even foreign locations are all part of an exhilarating future agenda!! Many of The Boudoir's forthcoming event plans for 2008 are listed below - and don't forget the Latest News page is always worth keeping an eye on for additions to The Boudoir's diary and of course watch your email inbox too.

 



Trannyshack Club Nights

The Boudoir is pleased to present a mid-week opportunity to get out and about for those of you who find weekends difficult. Wednesdays are Trannyshack night at the Soho Revue Bar in the heart of London’s Soho. The venue was originally called the Raymond Revue Bar and was owned by the late Paul Raymond. In my opinion the venue, the music and the vibe make this the best tranny night in London at this present time. The music is friendly, the hosts are a plethora of colour and imaginative drag that resembles the feel of the 80s London drag scene and the crowd is mixed and fascinating. Trannyshack attracts a host of unusual, colourful and flamboyant people who just love drag… either being in it, or just being around it. Dusty O, Lady Lloyd and Tasty Tim are the most glamorous hosts in London and they never fail to make this night special. The cabaret spot midway through the night is an absolute scream and well worth watching. Here’s what their official website says:

Trannyshack is one of Soho's saucy secrets. Every Wednesday an uber-eclectic mix of Klub Kids, Trannies, Drag Queens, Inbetweenies, Fabulous Hetros and Scene Queens get together for one hell of a party!! You can’t fail to have fun at Trannyshack. Everything is geared towards it, from the pole dancing drag queens to the legendary open mic session where anyone can get up and perform their party piece if they are crossdressed. Trannyshack regularly hosts special PAs which in the past have included Lady Bunny, Marcella Detroit, Laquisha Jonez and pretty much all of London’s drag stars. The music is party pop and fashionably funky provided by 2 of London’s scene legends Dusty "O", Tasty Tim and newcomer Prince Nelly. It’s free in if you surrender your gender and party in heels and lippy, otherwise it's £5.00. Everyone loves Trannyshack. Come once and we promise you, you will return!!

Trannyshack

Here’s the deal: Makeover and hair at The Boudoir (including false nails or your own nails painted) - Wardrobe can be provided upon prior request - Tea, coffee, wine or champagne and our famous nibbles at The Boudoir - Transport to the Soho Revue Bar (Free entry to crossdressed patrons, any food and drink consumed there is not included in fee) - Transport back to The Boudoir for changing back. The cost of the trip is £195.

If you would like to book a place on this outing please email Jodie Lynn at info@theboudoironline.com or call 020 8211 1666. A 50% deposit will be required to confirm your place on this event. Makeover slots will be confirmed a little nearer to the event, but bear in mind we do now try to operate on a first come first served appointment slot basis. These events are going to be very popular and The Boudoir Dressing Service is proud to be the only dressing service in England that provides this opportunity at this high class level, so be sure to book ASAP to avoid disappointment.

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WayOut Nightclub Trips

Boudoir Nightclub Trips will usually (but not absolutely always) happen on the first Saturday of the month and take in  The WayOut Club – added (depending numbers and demand) to a pre-club meal this is a guaranteed night to remember at the most legendary TG venue in the country. There is a more detailed description of the club here.

The package includes: A stunning evening makeover and wig styling by Jodie Lynn, nails (your own painted or false) plus drinks and nibbles at The Boudoir. An Escorted Trip to a meal at a favourite restuarant, perhaps Venezia or Carluccio's - then onto The WayOut Club until 4am or till you drop!! After all the fun we then return back to The Boudoir to change back.

The price is £195 not including taxi fares, restaurant bills or club entrance fees. If you would like to book a place, You can call me on 020 8211 1666 or email info@theboudoironline.com. A 50% deposit (a full 48 hours cancellation notice required for refund) to secure your place will be asked for. Please also note that the appointment times will be allocated on a first come first served basis.

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The Boudoir Christmas Party 2009

The Boudoir is thrilled and very, very excited to announce the venue for this year’s official Christmas party!! After much searching and deliberation and following last year’s absolute success, we have decided to return to The Pigalle Club in Picadilly, London. The date is the Saturday 20th December 2008. The cabaret and music will be supplied by The Fabulous Boogie Boys. The Pigalle has a real 1940s supper club feel to it and is a very warm and friendly place that oozes glamour!! It’s kind of place where anything goes, as long as it’s fabulous - therefore tgirls who are dressed are made to feel very comfortable. Last year, the music and the atmosphere were just perfect and everyone had a lovely time. The Pigalle has everything we need and more!! And the food is great too!!

The Fabulous Boogie Boys

We will start with makeovers, mulled wine and mince pies at The Boudoir all throughout the daytime, and we will then be transported via coach to The Pigalle in the heart of London’s West End. The Boudoir has a table booked in prime position looking onto the stage and dance floor area so we can enjoy the show given by The Fabulous Boogie Boys and get up and have a dance as and when we feel the urge!! The meal will be a three course set menu which you can see below. We do need to know in advance what you would like to order from the menu.

STARTERS

Smoked Salmon

Mediterranean salad with olives, feta cheese and merlot dressing

Pan seared Quail, pearl barley risotto and hazelnut gremolata

Forest mushrooms velouté infused with truffle oil

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 MAIN COURSES

Pan seared Salmon with fondant potato, ratatouille purée and saffron velouté

Slow roasted Turkey breast with crushed Brussels sprouts, cranberry sauce and roasted root vegetables

Sauté of potato gnocchi with butternut squash, mushrooms and fresh herbs

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DESSERTS

Raspberry cheesecake with raspberry sorbet

Chocolate fondant with vanilla ice cream

Traditional Christmas plum pudding with crème Chantilly

Selection of British and continental cheeses

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The evening will start at The Pigalle at 8.30pm and will finish at 1am. There will be an option to go onto the WayOut Club or to go back to The Boudoir and change back. So please do let us know when you book which option you would like: Option A – To return to The Boudoir at 1am or Option B – To go onto The WayOut Club and finish at 4am.

Here’s some background information on The Pigalle Club: This venue has been designed, over a five year period, by award winning architect Stephen Donald Architects, and was decorated and furnished by Shaun Clarkson as a 1940s-inspired supper club in the heart of the West End. It encapsulates the glamour and sophistication of that bygone era. Patrons are invited to dine whilst enjoying the house band. The club will occasionally showcase major stars from across the globe such as Shirley Bassey, Ruby Turner and Van Morrison. On other evenings young and up and coming artists will perform in this glamorous venue. As evenings draw on the venue transforms into a late night lounge club with great DJs and performances that maintain the same supper club vibe of sophisticated elegance. Diners at The Pigalle Club’s mezzanine restaurant overlooking the stage will be able to choose from a set menu of modern European classics. The staff dress in 1940s style uniforms which, along with aged wood panelling and twinkling diamond mirrored walls throughout, demonstrates the commitment to an authentic supper club atmosphere. Delicate sconces around tiny wall lights and soft table lighting complete the elegant mood. The Pigalle Club opened with a performance by the "Queen of British Burlesque" Immodesty Blaize, attracting rave reviews and such stars and celebrities as Jane Russell, Christian Slater, Dita Von Teese, Ben Onono and Alex Kingston from ER and Orlando Bloom.

The cost of this trip including makeover, transport, food (but not drinks) will be £195. We will require a 50% deposit ASAP to secure your place. Remember – you can pay your deposit by either cheque, postal order, Paypal or by bank transfer. Details of where to send payment to etc. are available upon your enquiry to either info@theboudoironline.com or by calling 020 8211 1666. The Christmas trip is always a very popular event and will get fully booked way in advance - please do book your place early to avoid disappointment. Makeover slots will be allocated on a first come, first served basis so please do state your time preference when booking.

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La Cage Aux Folles Theatre Trip

The Boudoir is pleased to announce the very first theatre trip of 2009 and boy is it a good one!! This show has a very poignant tranny theme too... it is none other than the all time classic La Cage Aux Folles and we are going to see the 7.30pm performance and the very last in this run on Saturday 10th January 2009.

Below is the blurb from the official website and here is a great review from The Independent.

The sell-out Menier Chocolate Factory production is transferring to the Playhouse Theatre for a strictly limited season, starring Douglas Hodge, Denis Lawson, Paula Wilcox and Tracie Bennett. The idyllic existence of Georges and the dazzling drag artiste Albin, star of the La Cage Aux Folles club, is threatened when Georges’ son announces his engagement to the daughter of a right-wing politician, who wants to close down the local colourful nightlife! With a visit from the prospective in-laws imminent, they all decide to take drastic action to hide their lifestyle... but can they keep it up? Jerry Herman’s (Hello, Dolly!, Mack and Mabel and Mame) fabulous score includes I Am What I Am, The Best of Times and Song on the Sand. La Cage Aux Folles is a timeless and deliciously funny tale of family values, unconditional love, and above all, the need to celebrate who we are.

La Cage aux Folles

Here’s the deal: Makeover and hair at The Boudoir (including false nails or your own nails painted) - Wardrobe can be provided upon prior request - Tea, coffee, wine or champagne and our famous nibbles at The Boudoir - Transport to the West End where we will enjoy a late lunch somewhere fabulous before the show (cost of food and drink not included in fee) -  Then the show, the price of your ticket is included and as usual only the best seats for the Boudettes - Transport back to The Boudoir for changing back. The cost of the trip is £195.

If you would like to book a place on this outing please email Jodie Lynn at info@theboudoironline.com or call 020 8211 1666. A 50% deposit will be required to confirm your place on this event. Makeover slots will be confirmed a little nearer to the event, but bear in mind we do now try to operate on a first come first served appointment slot basis. These events are going to be very popular and The Boudoir Dressing Service is proud to be the only dressing service in England that provides this opportunity at this high class level, so be sure to book ASAP to avoid disappointment.

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