The Obscuras Ball: A 1900s Vintage Dark Circus Soiree

Immerse yourself in the seductive allure of The Obscuras Ball, a portal to a shadowy world where enchantment and mystique reign supreme. This 1900s vintage-themed event promises an evening steeped in dark wonders, heart-stopping spectacles, and a whisper of the uncanny.

Doors open at 8:30 pm 

It's strongly advised to arrive early to ensure you don't miss the enthralling performances that will be taking place throughout the entire evening.

THE SPACE

Birdhaus -  A space lovingly designed for the alternative community of Toronto. An inclusive, female-owned-and-operated venue that houses the unusual and the unexpected. With countless carefully curated areas for you to explore, Birdhaus is Toronto’s home of weird. Birdhaus will be transformed into the weird and wonderful world of Obscuras with mesmerizing tapestries of vintage circus artifacts — from aged, ornate circus posters to swathes of tattered red and gold fabrics and peculiar curiosities throughout the space.

https://www.birdhausto.com/

DRESS CODE

We beckon you to summon the spirits of the past with your most creative and eccentric expression. Think of the time of Victorian vintage attire with top hats, corsets, bow ties, masks and flowing gowns, while releasing a deep dark carnival essence.

MYSTERIOUS ARTISTS AND PERFORMERS

A troupe of enigmatic circus artists shall captivate you with their extraordinary talents, blurring the line between illusion and reality. Prepare to be mystified.

Burlesque: Starlotte Satine - https://www.instagram.com/starlottesatine/

Fire Performance: Itto - https://www.instagram.com/ittospinflow/

Circus Aerialist: Zel Tyrant - https://www.instagram.com/zel.tyrant/

Erotic Dance: Sarah G - https://www.instagram.com/sarahpatg/

Dance Performance: Seven Starlit Lakes - https://www.instagram.com/seven_starlit_lakes/

Mechanical Fortune Telling: Stasia Fantasia https://www.instagram.com/the.mermaid.oracle/

Artist and Performer: Mia Peaches

Face and Body Paint Artist: Natasha Kudashkina - https://www.instagram.com/kudashkina_art/

MUSIC

Allow the haunting rhythms of dark deep house music to envelop your senses, beckoning your soul to dance and express itself amidst the enchantments.

DJ Mxrkis - https://linktr.ee/Mxrk

DJ Jenner - https://soundcloud.com/djjenner

VINTAGE SILENT FILMS

Experience the magic of the silver screen as we pay homage to classic silent films, an era when storytelling relied solely on the power of visuals, music, and imagination. Dance the night away and watch classic films such as Nosferatu, The Cabinet of Dr. Cailgari, The Phantom of the Opera and Metropolis.

SINISTER ELIXERS BY THE COCKTAIL ALCHEMIST

Savour a specially curated selection of vintage-inspired cocktails, masterfully crafted by our skilled cocktail alchemist. Enjoy these magical complex elixirs designed for the intelligent and made especially for the Obscuras Ball. 

https://www.instagram.com/ceit_e/

VIDEOGRAPHY

Mareks Peterson - https://www.instagram.com/marekspetersons/

MINDFUL INFORMATION:

• This is a 19+ event.

• Costumes are mandatory.

• This event is hosted by Toronto Burners who follow and live the 10 principles of Burning Man.

• Respect the venue and be mindful of all who are working to bring you this experience.

• Consent is always mandatory when engaging with performers and patrons.