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TAKING BOOKINGS FOR ALL CHRISTMAS SHINDIGS, PRIVATE COCKTAIL SOIREES, FESTIVE CELEBRATIONS NOW!
With Christmas just around the corner what better way to celebrate the festive season with your friends and colleagues than by having your own special party to remember!
TAKING BOOKINGS FOR ALL CHRISTMAS SHINDIGS, PRIVATE COCKTAIL SOIREES, FESTIVE CELEBRATIONS NOW!
You could reserve an area on Thursday, Friday, or Saturday and have a classy cocktail soiree in the sumptuous surroundings of Annabel’s, or a private party with entertainment and nibbles during the week?
Whatever you want to do, please get in touch to reserve or enquire further about what we can offer you.
Annabels – Telephone 01752 260 555 E-mail info@annabelscabaret.co.uk
We have the option of buffets, DJ’s, Live entertainment and more!
Tis the season to PARTY, PARTY, PARTY!!!
NEW BELLY DANCING CLASSES WITH
‘MISS BELLY DANCE UK 2011′
THURSDAYS – STARTING 15th SEPTEMBER 2011 – 8pm TO 9pm
Learn the Art of Belly Dancing with Ameera, resident belly dancer at Annabel’s Cabaret and winner of this year’s national competition “Miss Belly Dance UK”.
She will show you some movements that come naturally to the female bodyshape. You will learn some fun, dynamic and easy to follow routines.
By taking the classes you will be offered the opportunity to take part in Ameera’s show “Jewels of the Night” on Thursday 3rd November at Annabel’s Cabaret!
£6 per session or
£20 4-week course to be booked in advance
£35 8-week course to be booked in advance
No dance experience required. Min age 14.
To book your space
Contact Ameera:
07971 847694
ameera@ameeradance.com
Or contact Annabels:
01752 260555
info@annabelscabaret.co.uk
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French born Ameera who initially trained in flamenco, jive and lindy hop, has since discovered and developed her love and passion for Egyptian Oriental dancing. She has trained and performed internationally on 3 continents, in theatres, nightclubs, restaurants, weddings, hen parties and charity events. She won the award for best oriental dancer in a dance competition in Michigan – USA in 2006. In March 2011 Ameera won a national competition and gained the prestigious title of Miss Belly Dance UK 2011.
Ameera spent some months in Cairo experiencing its vibrant culture, and life as an oriental dancer. She performed for Egyptian women and trained there with the best international teachers and choreographers of “Danse Orientale”. She continues her study and her love of the Egyptian dance, which gives her inspiration for new and exciting material.
When Ameera is on stage, her audience is captivated by her natural flare, grace and elegance. Performer, Ameera is also an experienced dance teacher and a qualified fitness instructor. Her approachable nature and her sense of humour create a safe and fun environment for everybody to enjoy this glamorous dance.
1920′s CHARLESTON SWING WORKSHOPS with ‘MAD ABOUT SWING’
Friday 1st July, 7.45pm-10pm
Friday 1st July is the next exciting instalment in a series of monthly swing dancing workshops at Annabel’s with local swing teachers Duncan and Louise of Mad About Swing.
The workshops, a beginners & intermediate, encompass a range of swing dance styles and take place on the first Friday of each month. This month’s theme is 1920′s Charleston!
No previous knowledge is required and you don’t need a partner because the girls rotate around the class so you get to dance with lots of different people.
This Month’s Classes :Friday 1st July – 1920′s Charleston
7.45pm Doors open, grab a cocktail and have a bit of a natter before the first class starts at 8 o’clock!
8.00pm Beginners Class, suitable for complete beginners and covers the foundations required to get you moving on the dance floor.
9.00pm Second Class, building on material from the first class.
The Charleston dates back to 1920s. At a time of prohibition, people were dancing the Charleston in the Speakeasies and Juke Joints right across the United States. These establishments were the hedonistic epicentres of illegal drinking & gambling at a time when these pleasures were strictly forbidden by federal law. These were difficult times and people just wanted to escape their troubles and have a jolly good time. That’s what Charleston dancing is all about. It’s wild, it’s energetic and above all it’s rip-roaring fun. Forget your inhibitions and hit the town for a night of 1920s dance mayhem. Charleston can be a solo or partner dance… Duncan and Louise will be teaching couples dancing… don’t miss it!
Class spaces are limited so please reserve your place by contacting Annabel’s on 01752 260555 or email info@annabelscabaret.co.uk
Classes cost £5 each or £8 for both classes which includes FREE ENTRY for the rest of the night at Annabel’s! And there will plenty of chance to try out your moves with ‘MICHAEL CAMPARI & THE SOLAR SYSTEM’ who will be live on stage from 10.30pmish!
MICHAEL CAMPARI & THE SOLAR SYSTEM is a carefully assembled bunch of consummate musicians led by bandsman Phil Hawkes. The band comprises of Piano, Double Bass , Drums, Trumpet, Trombone, Tenor and Alto Sax. This fresh band launched last Autumn to a glowing reviews.
This fabulous band take the classic swing tunes and breathe a new life and a certain edginess into them, making them relevant to 21st century fans of all ages, with Michael Campari himself at the forefront with his voice sweet, deep and velvety like melted chocolate. that sends shivers down the spine.
Upcoming Swing workshops at Annabel’s:
Friday 1st July – 20s Charleston
Friday 19th August* – 20s Charleston Routine
Friday 2nd September – Club Balboa
Friday 7th October – Swingtime
Friday 4th November – Rolling and Strolling
Friday 2nd December – A Swinging Christmas
*August’s date is not the first Friday of the month!
About Your Teachers: DUNCAN & LOUISE from MAD ABOUT SWING
Duncan and Louise front local dance group Mad About Swing which is now in its 4th year. They began dancing together in 2003 and haven’t looked back, regularly attending dance classes and workshops all over Europe and Australia. As well as teaching locally, they have also taught alongside Lindy Hop giants Ryan Francois and Jenny Thomas and UK Champions Gary and Sara Boon. Their teaching style is relaxed, friendly and packed with energy. The main emphasis of their lessons is to have fun because that’s what swing dancing is all about!
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The start of Swing Dance Workshops at Annabel’s!
with ‘MAD ABOUT SWING’
Friday 6th May marks the start of regular monthly Swing Dance workshops at Annabel’s!!!
Owing to the popularity of Annabel’s debut swing workshops at the beginning of April with the ‘Shirt Tail Stompers’, we’re devoting a regular monthly slot with local swing teachers Duncan and Louise of Mad About Swing!The classes will encompass a range of swing dance styles, with each set of classes focusing on a theme, and are scheduled to take place on the:
1ST FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH.
Each evening will kick off with a beginner lesson at 8pm which will be suitable for complete beginners and will cover the foundations required to get you moving on the dance floor.
The second lesson at 9pm will be slightly harder and will build on the material from the first lesson.
No previous knowledge is required and you don’t need a partner because the girls will rotate around the class so you get to dance with lots of different people.
Classes cost £5 each or £8 for both classes which includes free entry for the rest of the night at Annabel’s.
THE FIRST CLASS – FRIDAY 6TH MAY – ‘LINDY HOP SWINGOUTS’
Lindy Hop is the Granddaddy of swing dancing and developed alongside the naissance of swing music in the early 20th Century.Duncan and Louise will guide you through the most classic of all Lindy Hop steps “The Swingout” which is at the heart of the dance. Having accomplished this step, they’ll then mix it up with a handful of variations to really get things cooking!
For Lindy Hop, flat soled shoes are recommended.
8.00pm Beginners Class
9.00pm Second Class, building on material from the first class.
One class £5, both classes £8
Prices include free entry into Annabel’s for the remainder of the night!
Class spaces are limited so please reserve your place by contacting Annabel’s on 01752 260555 or email info@annabelscabaret.co.uk
INTRODUCING ‘MAD ABOUT SWING’ – DUNCAN & LOUISE YOUR TEACHERS
Duncan and Louise front local dance group Mad About Swing which is now in its 4th year. They began dancing together in 2003 and haven’t looked back, regularly attending dance classes and workshops all over Europe and Australia. As well as teaching locally, they have also taught alongside Lindy Hop giants Ryan Francois and Jenny Thomas and UK Champions Gary and Sara Boon. Their teaching style is relaxed, friendly and packed with energy.
The main emphasis of their lessons is to have fun because that’s what swing dancing is all about!
So lets get those feet on the dancefloor and get Lindy Hoppin!
KEEP YOUR EYES POSTED FOR THE UPCOMING WORKSHOP EVENTS TOO!
From London Friday 8th April!
‘THE SHIRT TAIL STOMPERS’
the hottest in Swing music and Swing dancing!
Featuring vocalist ‘MISS SALSA’
and London Jitterbug Champion ‘SALLY YOUNG!’
The Kingdom of Night Time Pleasures is once again very proud and very excited to present another top London vintage band to the South West!
FRIDAY 8TH APRIL Introducing THE SHIRT TAIL STOMPERS!
Old school Jazz for the new school vintage! Let the lessons begin… South London’s finest Musicians bringing you the hottest in Swing music, Prohibition, Swing Dance and Cabaret.
The Shirt Tail Stompers are heavily influenced by the great American band leaders and musicians of the 20s, 30s and 40s, recreating the sounds of the greatest swing bands of all time- Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington and many more. The London based band are bringing swing music back into the mainstream with their own suave and raucous stamp. Featuring the great vocalist Miss Salsa!
Equally at home in concert halls, festival stages and cabaret bars, the collective musician’s previous performances include The Royal Albert Hall, Cafe De Paris, Glastonbury Festival, Lovebox and Brighton Fringe Festival. They’ve even travelled across the world, playing to thrilled audiences in Australia, Italy, France, Greece, Austria, Germany and… Cornwall!
Dancing with the band will be the incredible London Jitterbug Champion Sally Young. As one of London’s top teachers in Lindy Hop, Charleston and Authentic Jazz, she will be holding a Lindy Hop workshop earlier in the evening for those wishing to take up this fabulous, rare opportunity.
And of course our two favourite DJ’s! Prime-time hosting from Southwest retro spinner ‘DJ BREEZE’ and top disco tunes from ‘DJ JEFFERSON VADIKE’ upstairs!
LINDY HOP BEGINNER’S & INTERMEDIATE CLASSES WITH SALLY YOUNG
Don’t miss this rare opportunity offered at Annabel’s on Friday 8th April to be taught Lindy Hop by one of the very best, “Sally Young” London Jitterbug Champion!
Beginner’s class starts 8pm followed by an Intermediate at 9pm.
And to top it off you can enjoy strutting your fresh new moves for the rest of the night with South London’s finest Swing & Jazz musicians ‘THE SHIRT TAIL STOMPER’S’.
Both classes are £5 each or £8 for both! Including free entry for the rest of the night into Annabel’s.
The class spaces are limited so please reserve your place quickly as they will be snapped up like hot cakes!
Reserve your place…..
E-mail info@shirttailstompers.com
(Payment for the class will be taken on the night.)
Read below for more info on the dance, the classes, & your fabulous Lindy Hop instructor!
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Swing Dancing / Lindy Hop / Jitterbug… call it what you want, this is one of the funnest dances around, a very social dance, which once learnt can be danced with anyone across the world.
Originating in the US in the 1920s and 30s it is a partner dance regarded as the precursor to all modern dance and easily bigger than Salsa in popularity.
BEGINNER’S CLASS
(8PM – 8.45PM) £5 including free entry to Annabel’s all night!
Learn to dance in 45 minutes!
Anyone can join in, bring a partner or come by yourself, all are welcome and no experience is necessary.
You’ll be taught some basic moves and get a good taste of what Lindy Hopping is all about and is perfect for anyone looking to try something different, or looking for a fun class.
INTERMEDIATE CLASS
(9PM – 9.45PM) £5 including free entry to Annabel’s all night!
And for anyone that has danced before, there is an intermediates class where we’ll be tackling some more advanced moves but mainly focusing on how to have great communication with your dance partner.
We do suggest that if you think you are intermediate dancer that you come to both classes.
YOU ARE WELCOME TO TO DO BOTH THE BEGINNER & INTERMEDIATE!
(8PM – 10PM) £8 including free entry to Annabel’s all night!
YOUR TEACHER! INTRODUCING ‘SALLY YOUNG’
Sally is regarded as one of the top follows in the UK, gaining 1st place in both the Jack and Jill and “Fast Feet” divisions at this year’s London Jitterbug Championships. She started dancing in London aged 19 and hasn’t looked back since!
Ever since then she has been travelling the world to dance and learn from today’s best instructors. As a teacher herself, Sally taught lindy hop and authentic jazz for London’s Swingland for 3 years before recently moving on to work with international swing band The Shirt Tail Stompers as a performer, choreographer and teacher. She has taught at festivals and workshops including Girl Jam. She is also the chair for the London Lindy Exchange, one of the UK’s largest swing dance events.
ANNABEL’S JUNGLE THEMED FANCY DRESS
4TH BIRTHDAY BONANZA!
2 MAMBOTASTIC DATES
FOR YOUR FEBRUARY NIGHTS OUT!
Attentionnnnnnn!!! Dance on the double with
‘COMPANY B’
and burlesque bombshell belle
‘RUBY RASCAL’!
SATURDAY JANUARY 15TH
HOT NEWS!
want to try something new this year? learn the art of
bellydancing and burlesque
with resident dancers
‘AMEERA’ and ‘KITTY KANE’
bellydancing and burlesque
with resident dancers
‘AMEERA’ and ‘KITTY KANE’
THE ART OF ‘TEASE’ Burlesque Classes with KITTY KANE
6 week Block
9pm-10pm
Thursday Nights
6th January – 17th February
£5 class
£25 pre book for full course
Continuous classes, for beginners and intermediate with opportunity to get on stage….Kitty and her dolls have already created a storm at Annabel’s with four Burlesque Showcases last year! (these shows are optional to perform in….but they are serious fun!)
Burlesque acts can be anything from classic striptease to modern dance, theatrical mini-dramas or comedic mayhem. This course will teach you all the basics of the classic bump & grind, burlesque secrets and costumes tips, all to give you a head starts to becoming your very own burlesque queen of tease.
Women of all shapes, sizes and background welcome. The course will work on confidence building, posing for your body shape, classic burlesque move and working with props.
Kitty Kane is a pin-up Model, Burlesque Artiste, Aerialist, Corsetiere and entrpreneur. She has been performing burlesque for over 2 years. To find out more info about Kitty Kane go to: www.kittysdollsburlesque.com
RESERVE YOUR SPACE
EMAIL kitty: mail@kittysdollsburlesque.com
MUST BOOK IN ADVANCE TO HAVE THE DISCOUNTED PRICE.
Dress code: Wear Clothing that is comfortable and easy to move in (if you feel daring dress up but not essential) Shoes: Preferably heels you can dance in.
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‘GET EXOTIC’ Belly-dancing classes with AMEERA
8pm – 9pm
Thursdays
£6 per session
Starting 13th January
Or to be booked in advance…
£20 4-week course
£35 8-week course
Learn the Art of Belly Dancing in a course with Ameera, danseuse orientale at Annabel’s cabaret. She will show you some movements that come naturally to the female bodyshape. You will be taught the basics and the secrets of belly dance in a fun and friendly atmosphere. This course welcomes women of all abilities and ages (min 15 yrs). No dance experience required.
HERE ARE A FEW TESTIMONIALS ON AMEERA’S CLASSES…
“…Belly Dancing has changed my life and made me a more confident person…I’ve lost a stone and I’m now learning driving!” D.F.
“…I am so looking forward to my Belly dance classes every Thursday, it lifts me up!” E.L.
“…Ameera’s performances are so beautiful every time, it’s amazing to be taught by her!” H.B.
Ameera is the Premiere Belly Dancer of the Southwest and has been performing internationally for over 9 years. For more info about Ameera visit her FACEBOOK PAGE.
To book your space Contact Ameera: ameera@ameeradance.com
OTHER ENQUIRIES
Contact Annabel’s: 01752 260555/info@annabelscabaret.co.uk
A SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:
ANNABEL’S PROUDLY WELCOMES
AND OFFICIALLY INTRODUCES
OUR NEW RESIDENT DISCO DJ
FRIDAY 31ST DECEMBER
ANNABEL’S NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY!!!
The Kingdom of Night Time Pleasures
invites you to
‘ANOTHER… LAST NIGHT OF DECADENCE!!!’
ANNABEL’S
HOT AND MISCHEVIOUS, RAVISHING & REFINED
NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY!
HOT BLUES RHYTHMS AND SOUL,
SAUCY BURLESQUE AND BELLY-DANCING,
& DIRTY, FILTHY COCKTAILS!
A NIGHT OF MUSIC, DANCE & DECADENCE!!
WHAT A PARTY TO BRING IN THE NEW YEAR!!
Live on Stage ‘BETH AND THE BLACK CAT BONES’!
“A dynamic young 4 piece soul/blues band based in London, formed by regulars to the acclaimed blues jam at Soho’s “Ain’t Nothin’ But A Blues Bar. With plenty of energy and a bit of old fashioned grit Beth and The Black Cat Bones will give you a night to put on your dancing shoes!”
LOCAL LEGEND ‘CAMPARI’ CROONING LIKE A CROONER!
EXOTIC BELLY DANCER, ‘AMEERA’ DAZZLING & DELICIOUS!
SAUCY BURLESQUE BEAUTIES- TEASING & PLEASING…!
TOP RETRO SPINNER ‘DJ BREEZE’ GROOVIN N’ MOVING!
OUR RESIDENT DJ RAISING THE ROOF IN THE DISCO!
Plus it’s Annabel’s birthday
so it will be double the naughty trouble!!!
DRESSCODE: strictly NOJEANS! THINK Vintage and Voluptuous, Sexy and Swing, Opulent and Frivolous, Gangsta, Molls, Burlesque,Heaving Bosoms, Cool Cats, Ravishing and Refined!
Doors 8.30pm to Carriages at 4.00 am-ish!
STRICTLY OVER 21′S
TICKETS: £10.00 each
(BOUGHT IN ADVANCE ONLY – AND MUST BE COLLECTED!)
Free glass of bubbles for early arrivals!
RING 01752 260 555 AND LEAVE A CLEAR MESSAGE OR EMAIL US AT INFO@ANNABELSCABARET.CO.UK
thursday 23rd december
‘TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE…
THE NIGHT BEFORE’!!!
christmas show party!
‘TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE…THE NIGHT BEFORE’
…and all will be stirring at Annabel’s on Thursday 23rd December, in a sparkling magical Christmas SHOW!
Mulled Wine and Festive Cocktails, 10 Very special Christmas acts performing ‘Christmas Classics’, A naughty mischevious Hostess, A mesmerising Belly-Dancer hot off the plane from Egypt, and to bring the party into Christmas Eve the sexy, funky, fabulous ALEX HART BAND!
PLUS! THE DRESSCODE is Winter glamour and glitz or if you ‘fancy’ it (and please please please do!) Elves, Santas, Lady Christmasses, Candy Canes, Christmas Puddings, Reindeers, Scrooges(yes I will allow them), Christmas Tree Fairies and Angels need I say more!
***Christmas Show starts 9.15pm Hosted by ‘LUCY WALKER’
Peforming Christmas Songs! RANGATANGA / RUPERT LEIGHTON / BEN LAVERICK / THE BERNIES / PANDA BEAR JONES / ONE POINT FIVE / STEPHEN SAMPSON / DAVID BENASSI / ESTHER ALEXANDRA / SUZIE MCQUILLEN / ALEX HART / and FRANKINCENSE RELAX!
SEAT RESERVATION FOR THIS PART OF THE EVENING RECOMMENDED!
Please ring 01752 260 555 or e-mail info@annabelscabaret.co.uk
***Christmas Party Time! 11.30pmish
The eastern magical belly-dancing AMEERA!
Bringing in Christmas Eve with THE ALEX HART BAND! a highly experienced, energetic ensemble who deliver an exciting blend of top quality pop, rock, disco and funk music. They perform a fantastic set including songs to make your heart and soul get into the party mood, and your feet onto the dance floor! Backed by skillful and versatile musicians, Alex Hart has a vocal range to die for and together they are a force to be reckoned with.
Doors open 8.30pm-£5 entry
Wishing you ‘a night before…the night before to remember!!!!’
MO MOVEMBER at ANNABEL’S!!!
SATURDAY 27TH NOVEMBER
IT’S MOVEMBER!!! Start growing your mustaches and join us on Saturday 27th November and Let’s “Change the Face of Mens Health.”!!!
During Movember (once known as November), men(Mo Bro’s) put down their razors for 30 days and grow a moustache with the aim of raising funds and awareness for men’s health.
The role of a Mo Sista is to support the Mo Bros in their life – brothers, boyfriends, Dads, uncles, cousins, husbands, workmates! But all faux mo’s welcome too!!!
We have signed up as a Mo Sista and are looking for Mo Bro’s and Mo Sistas to join our team!
To join ‘ANNABEL’S’ Movember team go to http://uk.movember.com/mospace/295496
Movember is about having fun, growing a moustache and raising much needed funds and awareness for men’s health – specifically prostate cancer. What many people don’t appreciate is that one man dies every hour of prostate cancer in the UK, more than 35,000 men will be diagnosed this year and that prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the UK.
The more that join us, the more we can “change the face of men’s health” through raising awareness and the money that will be raised. Let’s do this – register and grow a moustache as a Mo Bro, or sign on as a Mo Sista.
ON STAGE – 10.00PM MOLLY BROWN!
JUDGING MUSTACHES 11.30PM ON STAGE!
After an unprecedented triple encore last time, Annabel’s can’t wait to welcome the awesome Molly Brown back to our stage! This top Midlands based 4-piece generate a warm mixture of ‘Blazz and Bling’ (that’s blues, jazz and swing to you and I), and their love and passion for music, combined with a desire to entertain, has delivered a welcoming response from audiences around the globe since forming in 2003.
As a semi-acoustic outfit featuring outstanding female stand-up bassist/vocalist Kelly Elliot , Molly Brown are light on the ears yet loaded with fun rockin tunes that will have you dancing and smiling from start to end. ‘Playing their own brand of ‘good-time, feel-good music’ you can’t help but be impressed and knocked out by the unsinkable Molly Brown!’ Don’t miss it!
www.myspace.com/mollybrownband

















