February 24, 2010

"Spectaular Wed-tacular" at Mad Art Gallery

There are weddings, and then there are weddings bursting with burlesque and fire-breathing. This open-to-the-public affair drew out artists, dancers and lovers of the weird on February 20, 2010. By Crystal Rolfe
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The happy couple, Dustin Indigo Charles Krueger and Sturdy Gurlesque.
The happy couple, Dustin Indigo Charles Krueger and Sturdy Gurlesque.
The bride breathes fire.
The bride breathes fire.
The Swedish Siren performs her routine at the wedding.
The Swedish Siren performs her routine at the wedding.
Burlesque dancers do their "Like a Virgin" routine.
Burlesque dancers do their "Like a Virgin" routine.
The post-cake kiss.
The post-cake kiss.
Burlesque dancer Gogo McGregor
Burlesque dancer Gogo McGregor
The pre-wedding preparation begins at Mad Art Gallery in Soulard.
The pre-wedding preparation begins at Mad Art Gallery in Soulard.
Cuddles and Weevils, his hairless dog.
Cuddles and Weevils, his hairless dog.
Burlesque performers Gravity Plays Favorites.
Burlesque performers Gravity Plays Favorites.
Rockabilly stalwarts the Trip Daddys were the musical guests for this wedding.
Rockabilly stalwarts the Trip Daddys were the musical guests for this wedding.