Cabaret of Lights

11/22/2025

After reflecting on our capacity and considering a variety of external factors, Cabaret of Lights will be taking a pause in 2025. A little rest now means we can return with renewed energy, creativity, and intention.

If you'd normally spend an evening with us, we invite you to turn that ticket and tipping money into Hanukkah Gelt - sharing it with your favorite Jewish performers or supporting organizations you care about, including those working to protect and support Palestinian lives.

This pause is temporary, but the chutzpah and sparkle are not. We can’t wait to see you in 2026!

[Image Description: Square image with gold and blue art deco style lines frame a centered blue Star of David and the words Cabaret of Lights A Hanukkah Burlesque Show at the top. "Pausing this year Returning with chutzpah in 2026" is in bold white lettering in the center.]

01/07/2025

Did you take a photo in our photobooth? You can find them on our page under Photos > Albums.

[Image Description: Square image with gold and blue art deco style lines frame a centered blue Star of David and the words Cabaret of Lights A Hanukkah Burlesque Show at the top. "Photo booth photos available" is in bold white lettering in the center]

01/07/2025

01/02/2025

As we light the Hannukiah on the final night of Hanukkah, we want to extend a heartfelt Todah Rabah (thank you) to everyone who joined us, whether virtually or in person, for the 2024 Cabaret of Lights! Your presence and support are truly a gift, and we hope our show brought a special touch of light to your Hanukkah season.

Be sure to follow us on various platforms to see photos from the show, get your photobooth photos if you attended in person at the Capri, and stay updated on any news for our 2025 show! Happy Hanukkah and Happy New Year!

[Image Description: Square image with gold and blue art deco style lines frame a centered blue Star of David and the words Cabaret of Lights A Hanukkah Burlesque Show at the top. Beneath is it a photo of 15 members of 2024 Cabaret of Lights Cast & Crew smiling for a group photo.]

12/22/2024

Awkward post curtain call selfie? Yes, please!

Thank you to everyone that joined us in person or online for the 2024 Cabaret of Lights!

[Image Description: Cabaret of Lights cast lit up in red hues making silly faces and smiles]

12/21/2024

Tonight's the night! Come on down to the Capri Theater in Minneapolis - or join us via the Livestream - for the 2024 Cabaret of Lights!

Pre-sale pricing for in-person tickets end at 5pm. Lobby opens at 6pm, House at 6:30pm, and our show begins at approximately 7pm Central.

We hope you'll join us - we think you'll like it a latke!

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Cabaret of Lights: A Hanukkah Burlesque Show celebrates Jewish performers and their artistry. Join us December 21st, 2024 at 7pm at the Capri Theater! In-person and virtual tickets available.

[Image Description # 1: Square image with gold and blue art deco style lines frame a centered blue Star of David and the words Cabaret of Lights A Hanukkah Burlesque Show at the top. "See you tonight!" is in bold white lettering in the center.

Image Description #2-4: Four collages of cast annoucements photos.

Image Description #5: The square image is framed in gold and blue art deco-style lines on a black background. At the top of the frame is a blue Star of David and the words ‘Cabaret of Lights: A Hanukkah Burlesque Show’. In the middle of the image are three blue ovals with gold and white flames each a performer photo within in. The left oval shows Host Irish Lashes, middle oval shows Headliner RiRi SynCyr, and right oval shows Feature Hotsy Flashy. Below the images is a white art deco-style menorah with the date ‘Saturday, December 21st’ inside. At the bottom of the frame is the words "Capri Theater".]

12/19/2024

We are two days out from the 2024 Cabaret of Lights: A Hanukkah Burlesque Show and we've been putting together the gifts for our premium ticket holders. Any guesses in what's in this year's goodie bags? Find out this weekend by purchasing a premium ticket - only a few remain!

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Cabaret of Lights: A Hanukkah Burlesque show ow that celebrates Jewish performers and their artistry. Join us December 21st, 2024 at 7pm at the Capri Theater! In-person and virtual tickets available.

[Image Description: Rows of small silver bags with silver rope ties sit upon a wooden table. Reflections of something royal blue can be seen within a few of them.]

12/17/2024

🕎 Producer Announcement 🕎

Rounding out the cast is the Producer of Cabaret of Lights - VaVa Vashti (she/her)!

Luxury-sized and one hell of a prize, VaVa Vashti is a dynamic performer who has graced stages across the country and was recently awarded Best Vocalist at the 2024 Salty Desert Burlesque Festival . Based in Minneapolis, she is a member of the TC Cabaret Troupe and she also produces the Cabaret of Lights , an annual Hanukkah Burlesque Show highlighting Jewish performers. As a fat, q***r, disabled, and neurodivergent artist, Vashti is deeply committed to promoting accessibility and inclusion both on and off the stage.

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Cabaret of Lights: A Hanukkah Burlesque show ow that celebrates Jewish performers and their artistry. Join us December 21st, 2024 at 7pm at the Capri Theater! In-person and virtual tickets available.

[Image Description: This image shows VaVa Vashti against a white background on a white couch. She leans against the arm with her legs extended to the side in a black jumpsuit with a deep front cut and round rhinestone buckle. Her purple and teal hair is styled in wide curls as dark purple lips smile.

The image is framed in gold and blue art deco-style lines on a black background. At the top of the frame is a blue Star of David and the words ‘Cabaret of Lights: A Hanukkah Burlesque Show’. Below the image is a white art deco-style menorah with the date ‘Saturday, December 21st’ inside. At the bottom of the frame is the name VaVa Vashti.]

12/16/2024

🕎 Cast Announcement 🕎

Sometimes you need to double your fun with a duet of locals - meet Tovah Oz (they/them) and Mikko Blaze (he/him)!

The hellacious Hebrew Tovah Oz got their burlesque start right here in St Paul on the The Nudie Nubie Show - An Amateur Reveal stages, winning March and going on as runner up for the July Full Reveal in 2016 before joining the ranks of Big Bad Burlesque. If you’re in need of a Jewlicious time, Tovah Oz has the goods!

Mr. Gay 90s 2024, Mikko Blaze will be bringing his Latinx flavor to the stage. You can catch this gentleman with the cast of Hot Pink, Ladies of LaFemme and with his Band Hurricane Blaze. With a voice like butter, this 2018 karaoke World Champion will make you swoon while wearing some serious Bling! He’s Minnesota Karaoke King!

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Cabaret of Lights: A Hanukkah Burlesque show ow that celebrates Jewish performers and their artistry. Join us December 21st, 2024 at 7pm at the Capri Theater! In-person and virtual tickets available.

[Image Description: The first image shows a selfie of Tovah Oz set against a brown backgroun with rust colored designs. They wear gold hoops and a septum hoop, their red-orange hair styled in a bob and swept to one side. They wear a dark, sleeveless top with a floral pattern and thin straps, showing off their tattoos.

The image is framed in gold and blue art deco-style lines on a black background. At the top of the frame is a blue Star of David and the words ‘Cabaret of Lights: A Hanukkah Burlesque Show’. Below the image is a white art deco-style menorah with the date ‘Saturday, December 21st’ inside. At the bottom of the frame is the name Tovah Oz.

The second image shows Mikko Blaze extending one arm outward in an open gesture under teal lighting wearing an elaborate white suit adorned with sparkling embellishments and gold embroidery. His face is bearded and contoured, his hair styled upwards with dark roots into blonde color.

The image is framed in gold and blue art deco-style lines on a black background. At the top of the frame is a blue Star of David and the words ‘Cabaret of Lights: A Hanukkah Burlesque Show’. Below the image is a white art deco-style menorah with the date ‘Saturday, December 21st’ inside. At the bottom of the frame is the name Mikko Blaze.

12/14/2024

🕎 Cast Announcement 🕎

We're so excited to be bringing another fabulous performer from the Twin Ti***es/Cities back to our stage, meet Créme de Pêche (she/they)!

Crème de Pêche is a fat, q***r, and Jewish performer in the Twin Ti***es. Though she’s only 5 feet tall, they pack a punch with their high-energy and acrobatic acts and are thrilled to be returning to the Cabaret of Lights stage for another year! Crème is plump, petite, and oh so sweet, and she can’t wait to shake her tuchas for you this Hanukkah season!

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Cabaret of Lights: A Hanukkah Burlesque show ow that celebrates Jewish performers and their artistry. Join us December 21st, 2024 at 7pm at the Capri Theater! In-person and virtual tickets available.

[Image Description: This image shows Créme de Pêche performing against a black background wit her blonde hair pulled back. She wearing a blue triangle bra with white fringe trim and lifts her royal blue panel skirt off to both sides as she appears to take a breath.

The image is framed in gold and blue art deco-style lines on a black background. At the top of the frame is a blue Star of David and the words ‘Cabaret of Lights: A Hanukkah Burlesque Show’. Below the image is a white art deco-style menorah with the date ‘Saturday, December 21st’ inside. At the bottom of the frame is the name
Créme de Pêche.]