Second Time’s a Charm

Remember prom? All the bad dresses, bad hair, bad photos, bad dates, and the vigilantly guarded punch bowl? Or maybe you were one of those people mysteriously not in attendance on that quintessential night to remember. No biggie — now you can relive that special evening the way you wished it happened at Prom Party Au Go Go, a bash that pays homage to simple ’60s go-go craziness. It’s fun, irreverent, and doesn't do cliques (former homecoming queens and social pariahs are both welcome). The retro extravaganza, which necessitates wacky costumes and ruffle-front tuxedos, features the perfectly choreographed cuteness of the Devil-Ettes, a burlesque troupe that deals in ’60s pop, rockabilly, and teaching shy audience members how to do the Watusi. Along with the versatile retro rock of the Barbary Coasters and the Struts, the synchronized steps of go-go enthusiasts the Mini Skirt Mob, and the theatrical stylings of pirate burlesque goddesses the Ship Disturbers, this is the perfect kind of prom — one in which you can dance the night away without any hype or pretense. Don't forget to pay a visit to the photo booth and the punch bowl — you won't be disappointed.
Thu., June 26, 8 p.m., 2008