Upcoming events
All of our events are lovingly curated to provide the most authentic New Orleans experience. Whether it’s live music, burlesque and drag performances, dinner shows, performance brunches, secret events, and so much more!
If you are interested in booking a show or event at The Original Nite Cap, please email Bella Blue at bella@dirtydimeproductions.com
Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions!
Every Friday : Whiskey & Rhinestones Burlesque
Prior to the Covid pandemic, Whiskey & Rhinestones was a weekly burlesque mainstay in the heart of New Orleans. For 5 years, we entertained tourists, locals, and hosted some of the biggest burlesque stars in the industry! After a long hiatus, Whiskey & Rhinestones returns in it's new forever home - The Original Nite Cap! Nestled upstairs in the historic 7th Ward of New Orleans overlooking St. Bernard Ave -- burlesque dancers invoke the spirit of history and celebration of the city while you enjoy incredible cocktails and a smattering of delicious food options to enjoy during the show.
The Original Nite Cap operates under the direction of local burlesque legend, Bella Blue, and strives to create a guest experience that is unparalleled in both hospitality and quality entertainment. Please do not hesitate to let us know if you are celebrating a special event!
Doors at 6pm
Show at 7pm
$20 cover
Advanced purchase is recommended!
Smoke & Mirrors Speakeasy presented by Betsy Propane
6pm to 8pm
$25 cover
Pay at the door or purchase tickets ahead of time!
https://events.humanitix.com/smoke-and-mirrors-concerto-hour-live-at-the-original-nite-cap
Join us for an evening of old-school entertainment featuring incredible food, wine, and cocktails all while being serenaded by one of New Orleans' own chanteuse and entertainers...
The Original Nite Cap presents...
Smoke & Mirrors Speakeasy
Presented by Betsy Propane & friends.
"Flip It & Reverse It" presented by Gamut & Grand-Pa
November 27th
10pm - 2am
$10 cover
“Flip It & Reverse It” is a queer & transient pop up strip club back for its second iteration at Original Nite Cap, Bella Blue’s newest and sexiest club/lounge & bar.
With a DJ and a pole, we take over your favorite local haunts and create a utopia of our own by expanding the number of stages where rare and sought-after entertainers emerge from the curtain—and own the spotlight. Showcasing an incredibly beautiful cast of local performers, we highlight the elevation of trans and POC talent, those who have been marginalized in the industry for a “niche” identity. We graciously invite your generous curiosity for an evening of pure bliss and revelry.
Who knows where we will pop up next!
Here to Slay Cabaret presented by Scarlett Wetter
December 7th
Doors at 8pm
Show at 9pm
$10 but NOTAFLOF
Pay at the door or buy tickets ahead of time:
The Here to Slay Cabaret is a variety burlesque and drag show packed with local New Orleans talent! A space for newer and veteran performers alike, Here to Slay is truly a creative spectacle for everyone. Humor, live singing, classic burlesque, and camp abound.
Brought to you by Scarlett Wetter. Scarlett’s a queer woman who has been producing and performing burlesque in New Orleans for about two years after graduating from Trixie Minx’s Burlesque School, but she’s been on the stage since she could walk, talk and especially sing.
She values equitable spaces that are safe for creatives and audience members to truly express who they are and what they value most. We invite you into our Here to Slay Cabaret to celebrate all forms of love, silliness and more as we kick off this December season at Bella Blue’s Original Nite Cap!
Bumps & Grinds Graduates Showcase
Doors at 8:30pm
Show at 9pm
$15 cover
https://bumpsandgrinds.eventbrite.com
A monthly show featuring students and graduates of The Bumps & Grinds Beginner Burlesque Workshop!!
Each show will featuring a rotating cast of current and past students who have studied extensively perfecting their craft and developing new acts! These performers are working hard to take the next step in their performances and are ready to show you what they've got!