In The Dead of Winter: A Drag & Burlesque Open Stage

Come thaw out with us by celebrating new and seasoned drag and burlesque performers as they turn frost into fire!

In the Dead of Winter is an open stage: emerging artists, seasoned icons, and curious first-timers are all welcome to claim the spotlight. Watch them bring their boldest concepts, slowest burns, and frostiest camp for a night of un-themed performances that will leave you hot under the collar. 

 

Because in the dead of winter… we shine!

Hosted By: Lydia Sapphire 

WHERE: Staggers Pub and Grub, Portland St. Dartmouth 
DATE: January 31st, 2026
TIME: 9:00 PM - 11:15 PM

ADVACNED TICKETS: 

PWYC/Sliding Scale: 5.00$ - 15.00$

DOOR TICKETS: 

Cash Only - PWYC/Sliding Scale: 5.00$ - 15.00$

19+ with valid I.D


ACCESSIBILITY: 

To enter the space there are two doors that open, there is one step and a lip to go through the entrance. The bar, entrance, and bathrooms are all on one level and their are accessible stalls. Turn radius between the stalls and the counter is around 5ft, but has been described as a tight fit. There are three stairs in two different locations to access the stage and a ramp can be provided to access the stage. There are coloured lights, but no strobing lights. 

Wanna Perform? All styles, identities, and levels of experience are welcome. Don't know if you're "right" for this stage, you should sign up anyway! Come show us what you’ve got!

SIGN UP HERE: https://forms.gle/yeuPwJ2Yvh1HAAQn6