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The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula: Titans World Tour

May 10, 2023May 9, 2023by Jennifer Vasquez6 Comments

Horror, filth and glamour. That is the unholy decree of The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula enterprise, which is currently taking the world by storm with the Titans tour. For those who aren’t aware, The Boulet Brothers are drag queens of darkness Dracmorda and Swanthula. The pair launched the hit competition TV series The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula in 2016 and four seasons later, it’s fiercer than ever. They even created a spinoff titled Titans, which debuted in 2022, and have hit the road putting on amazing performances with the competitors from this series. I attended the Los Angeles show and am so excited to tell you about it!

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entertainment, Events, History, Travel

Inside the Haunted Encounters Tour Aboard the Queen Mary

April 13, 2023May 9, 2023by Jennifer Vasquez13 Comments

When the world practically shut down in 2020, so did the Queen Mary. The historic liner was already in need of major repairs, and even when establishments began to open their doors for business, her royal highness remained closed. I’ve kept a close eye on updates regarding the vessel, and it’s undergone not only significant renovations and maintenance but also a change in management, putting complete control back in the hands of the city of Long Beach, CA.

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entertainment, Events, Performing Arts

Dita Von Teese Presents Glamonatrix

March 9, 2023March 16, 2023by Jennifer Vasquez5 Comments

Burlesque queen Dita Von Teese kicked off her Glamonatrix tour on New Year’s Eve 2022 in Los Angeles, ushering in 2023 in style. After two months of touring across the U.S. and parts of Canada, she concluded the run toward the end of February at the Fox Performing Arts Center in Riverside, CA. I witnessed the finale in all of its glory, and it was magnificent.

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entertainment, Film, holidays

9 Horror Films to Watch on Valentine’s Day

February 7, 2023February 22, 2023by Jennifer Vasquez19 Comments

Samantha Robinson as Elaine Parks in The Love Witch (© Anna Biller Productions)

Blood, death and love are in the air this Valentine’s Day. For those who prefer to keep things spooky when February 14^th rolls around, I’ve curated just the list for your viewing pleasure. If your plans are to stay in and watch a movie, why not make it a horror movie? As the holiday of romance draws nearer, I got to thinking about creepy and tragic love stories. Of course my incessant need to give every holiday a macabre makeover is part of it too. So, following is a selection of films I’ve personally handpicked and seen that I find appropriate for Valoween. They’re a delightful mix of dark comedy, gothic and scary, and I present them here in chronological order. Enjoy!

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Welcome to Phantasmagoria: A Night with Death Rock Icon Eva O & The Sixth Chamber

January 20, 2023March 3, 2023by Jennifer Vasquez7 Comments

Vamp Jenn at Phantasmagoria at the Knucklehead Hollywood

I spent Friday the 13^th attending Phantasmagoria, an event showcasing live dark music, bewitching entertainment and macabre vendors. It’s the creation of Rahne Pistor, founder of The Sixth Chamber, and it debuted in 2021 in Las Vegas. It’s continued to take place ever since in both Sin City and Los Angeles. The January 2023 edition was held at Knucklehead Hollywood in LA and featured performances by The Sixth Chamber and the legendary Eva O, as well as other beguiling amusements.

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Odd & Macabre Events 2023

January 4, 2023April 23, 2023by Jennifer Vasquez11 Comments

It’s 2023, and one can’t help but marvel at all the upcoming spooky and dark-filled delights the new year has awaiting in the shadows, ready to come forth and lure people in. Vamp Jenn’s Corner has established a tradition around here releasing its annual Odd & Macabre Events Calendar in January. I’ve scoured the beyond to find the most magical experiences slated to happen in the coming months, so you can all set dates and plan outings. Of course, I hope to attend as many of these events as I can as well.

The offerings featured here are taking place in Los Angeles and across the U.S., but I am trying to add events happening internationally too. What follows is what’s been announced thus far, but new activities continue to come up as the year goes on. I also include spooky holidays and special occasions. I will be updating this calendar throughout 2023, so make sure to check back often. Cheers to a New Year of the most sinister escapades yet!

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Dining & Drink, entertainment, Events, Performing Arts

House of Spirits: The Legend of Vaughan Hall

November 3, 2022November 17, 2022by Jennifer Vasquez4 Comments

Vamp Jenn at House of Spirits: A Haunted Cocktail Soiree hosted at Casa Vertigo in Los Angeles

For the Halloween season, I returned to the House of Spirits, and this time to explore the legend of Vaughan Hall. I attended on October 15^th, its first evening being open to the public. For 2022, the event took place at an entirely different venue in Los Angeles called Casa Vertigo. It offered up new live acts, performances, characters, cocktails and dark secrets.

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Inside Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood

September 23, 2022October 20, 2022by Jennifer Vasquez10 Comments

Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights

Universal Studios Hollywood has been in full-blown Halloween mode since launching Horror Nights on September 8th, and I attended during its second weekend of being open. Now, normally I wait to do this event closer to my birthday, but prices during October for the express pass increased like crazy, so to save some money, I decided to go earlier. Was it any less exciting attending in September? Not at all! Here’s a recap of this year’s festivities and what you can look forward to if you’re planning to check it out.

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REVIVE Circus & Dining Experience at Vibiana

July 27, 2022August 4, 2022by Jennifer Vasquez7 Comments

REVIVE at Vibiana in Los Angeles — REVIVE at Vibiana

I recently stepped back into the Roaring Twenties during my time at REVIVE—an immersive experience that delivered astounding circus performances while guests wined and dined. The show had its final run this past weekend and, although I’m sorry to say it has ended for now, I wanted to share details and photos I took throughout the evening. It was a night filled with delightful libations, delectable food and dazzling entertainment.

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entertainment, Events, Film

The Mystic Museum Presents 90s Slashers Immersive Experience

April 22, 2022May 31, 2022by Jennifer Vasquez8 Comments

Scream photo op at The Mystic Museum's 90s Slashers Immersive Experience — *Scream* photo op

The Mystic Museum in Burbank, Calif., has unleashed an all-new immersive experience that pays bloody tribute to 90s slashers! My interest was piqued when the oddities shop announced the event, and I had the chance to attend the recent grand opening. Horror fans are in for quite a treat, and I’m giving a peek inside for those dying to find out more.

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Category: entertainment

The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula: Titans World Tour

Inside the Haunted Encounters Tour Aboard the Queen Mary

Dita Von Teese Presents Glamonatrix

9 Horror Films to Watch on Valentine’s Day

Welcome to Phantasmagoria: A Night with Death Rock Icon Eva O & The Sixth Chamber

Odd & Macabre Events 2023

House of Spirits: The Legend of Vaughan Hall

Inside Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood

REVIVE Circus & Dining Experience at Vibiana

The Mystic Museum Presents 90s Slashers Immersive Experience

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