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The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula: Titans World Tour

May 10, 2023July 20, 2023by Jennifer Vasquez13 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 Vasquez22 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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Art, Events, occult

H.R. Giger Tribute Art Exhibit + Joe Vaux’s “Escape Pod”

March 17, 2023April 11, 2023by Jennifer Vasquez15 Comments

"H.R. Giger" The Tourist X Peter Lorre — “H.R. Giger” The Tourist X Peter Lorre

Copro Gallery in Santa Monica has unveiled its latest exhibitions: “Brain Salad Surgery,” a H.R. Giger tribute group art exhibit, and Joe Vaux’s solo show, “Escape Pod.” I attended opening night, and it was incredible to see so many stunning pieces in person.

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entertainment, Events, Performing Arts

Dita Von Teese Presents Glamonatrix

March 9, 2023March 16, 2023by Jennifer Vasquez13 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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Art, Events, History, Literature

“Bite Me” Vampire Exhibit Featuring a Special Lecture by Dacre Stoker

February 23, 2023March 10, 2023by Jennifer Vasquez10 Comments

Did you know there are descendants of Bram Stoker alive today? One of these family members is Dacre Stoker who is the great grandnephew of the notorious Dracula author. He’s taken up the mantle as overseer of the Stoker legacy and, together with his wife Jenne, manages the Bram Stoker Estate. For years, he’s been traveling worldwide, giving presentations on his ancestor and the creation of Dracula and his other literary works. The Menagerie Oddities Market sponsored his most recent tour across California, and he delivered a fascinating lecture at the SugarMynt Gallery in Pasadena. This was done in conjunction with the gallery’s latest art show, the “Bite Me” Vampire Exhibit. It was an evening fit for the undead, and I’m here to share it with you.

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entertainment, Events, music, Nightlife

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

January 20, 2023March 3, 2023by Jennifer Vasquez8 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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entertainment, Events, holidays, Lifestyle, Nightlife, Travel

Odd & Macabre Events 2023

January 4, 2023January 1, 2024by Jennifer Vasquez12 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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Events, Lifestyle, spirituality

Celebrating El Día de los Muertos at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery

November 11, 2022November 29, 2022by Jennifer Vasquez17 Comments

Vamp Jenn at the Dia de los Muertos event at Hollywood Forever Cemetery — Vamp Jenn at the Día de los Muertos event at Hollywood Forever Cemetery

Since 2000, Hollywood Forever Cemetery in Los Angeles has been home to the largest Día de los Muertos celebration outside of Mexico, and I attended for the first time this year. For 2022, the festivities centered on Mayahuel, the Aztec goddess of fertility and the agave plant. There were separate daytime and nighttime events happening, and I went to the latter, Noche de los Muertos. It was an evening filled with beautiful performances, rituals, altars, and so much more.

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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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Events

In Memoriam: A Victorian Mourning Exhibit Presented by Haunted Orange County

October 7, 2022November 3, 2022by Jennifer Vasquez20 Comments

Haunted Orange County kicked off October in a very fitting way. They hosted In Memoriam: A Victorian Mourning Exhibit during the first weekend of the month. The event was held at the historic Howe-Waffle Mansion in Santa Ana, Calif., which is known to have a few spirits of its own. I am absolutely fascinated with the Victorian period and made it a focus of my studies when I was working toward my MA in English, so I had to attend this exhibition, and it did not disappoint.

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Category: Events

The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula: Titans World Tour

Inside the Haunted Encounters Tour Aboard the Queen Mary

H.R. Giger Tribute Art Exhibit + Joe Vaux’s “Escape Pod”

Dita Von Teese Presents Glamonatrix

“Bite Me” Vampire Exhibit Featuring a Special Lecture by Dacre Stoker

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

Odd & Macabre Events 2023

Celebrating El Día de los Muertos at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery

House of Spirits: The Legend of Vaughan Hall

In Memoriam: A Victorian Mourning Exhibit Presented by Haunted Orange County

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