Seattle Lesbian and Gay Film Festival 2009

WAXIE MOON is nothing short of a revelation. Marc Kenison takes the neo-burlesque world by storm as “Miss(ter) Waxie Moon, a gender-bending queer boylesque lady performer sensation” in a hilarious, thoughtful, and provocative documentary of an artist’s unlikely journey. Kenison’s erotic artistry has been showcased at the Seattle Rep, Bumbershoot, On the Boards, Century Ballroom, and a variety of club venues. Classically trained in ballet, modern dance, and acting at Juilliard and the University of Washington, Waxie Moon’s distinctive use of the art of stripping entertains and thrills audiences, while challenging their notions of gender, sexuality, and art. The documentary showcases fascinating footage of fearless live performances plus interviews with a colorful assortment of international burlesque stars, theater artists, and Waxie’s cultish followers, including Seattle’s own Miss Indigo Blue and Sylvia O’Stayformore. Scratch your inner performer itch as you watch this master of self-expression and confident performance put it all out there.

“It’s not easy to wear pasties and a mustache with style and grace, but Waxie Moon pulls it off.” —Seattle Gay News

Preceding the film will be a burlesque performance homage to Waxie Moon.

Copresented by Seattle Out and Proud