The Birdmann
Hometown: Surfers Paradise, Australia
Just when you think you know what (and who) embodies the archetype of a burlesque dancer, some performer emerges with an exciting show that goes beyond what's expected. A rare male presence in an über-feminine striptease scene, Australian stallion The Birdman's performance is full of great visuals, odd tricks and lots of surprises. The artist says his performance merges charismatic vaudeville stylings with "twists of oddity" inspired by the traditional and the contemporary.
Website: www.myspace.com/trentbaumann
Burlesque Festival appearance: Sunday, Sept. 21: The Early Bird Dinner & Golden Pastie Awards at SOB's
Next NYC performance (after Fest): None yet, though he's in town a bit early for the New York Clown Festival this week.
