Join The Poetry Brothel LA for an immersive escape into a world of romantic secrets, dark desires, and candy-coated consonance!Have you been looking for your ride or die? Whether you'd prefer to uncover your deepest desires, or bury your brain in another's passions, you can trust The Poetry Brothel with your innermost secrets. Escape into Valentine's weekend with a romantic soiree filled with poetry, movement, and revelations you'll remember for a lifetime. Hosted by your favorite Mistress of Ceremonies: Linda Ravenswood as Dr. Ach, Suzette! Live Music by Blue Wagon Trio.Featuring Poetry by: Kiri Callaghan as Echo, Vesta Vaingloria as Herself, Brian Sonia Wallace as Vallachinsk, Rachel Appelbaum as Duberry, Frankie Tan as Moonlight, Tiffany Hudgins as Honey Locale, Becca Khalil as Sakina, Kendalle Aubra as Ophelia Up.Mystic: Zachariah the WitchTarot: Chanelle BaronaMadam Tallula presents a rotating cast of poets who impart their work as purveyors of private poetry readings in secret, hidden, well-appointed chambers. You may avail yourself of your choice of poet for tokens at any time during the event.On the patio, the troupe presents Tarot readings, poetic souvenirs, live typewriter poetry, and occasional burlesque and musical performances.On the stage, a three-hour roster of Vaudeville variety entertainment... and words, words, words! The El Cid tapas kitchen and bar will be open for dinner and drinks throughout. ADVISORIESDoors open at 6pm with a happy hour and from 6-7pm. The show begins promptly at 7pm. This event is 21+. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination AND a mouth and nose covering will be required of all attendees at the entrance.Costumes, cocktail attire, and/or thematic evening wear are encouraged but not required.The venue has a strict "no fur" policy, so please make sure to leave your furry friends and coats at home. Tickets to our Valentine's events ALWAYS sell out, so please purchase yours early! "13 Best Things to Do in LA: Prepare to have your expectations exceeded by The Poetry Brothel." - LA Weekly¸·In addition to its poets, The Poetry Brothel presents artists and activists working in a variety of mediums both on stage and through its ever-changing array of intimate, interactive, and creative services. Artists performing with the Brothel may be male, female, faeries, sea creatures, witches, aliens, POC, straight, queer, emerging, established, local, international, virgins, and everything in betweenOn Consent: Behave with beauty, connect with intention. We are, by and large, a no-contact event -- here to blow your mind and nothing else! Always ask before touching anyone in our House, and report any discomfort to security or staff or the Madam Herself without delay.Themed costumes and/or vintage formal wear are encouraged but not required. This event is 21+This is a wheelchair accessible event (ask us how!)Our show includes flashing lights, reasonably amplified music, a startling glimpse of your true self, and fog machinesThe Poetry Brothel is brought to you by The Poetry Society of New York. Please consider becoming a PSNY member for access to pre-sale specials, discounted and/or free tickets to future Poetry Brothel events, and tons of other perks. Learn more at https://poetrysocietyny.org/join.