# Vaudeville Revivals The Lucent Dossier Burlesque Troupe By Elsa Blaine | Published 2008-11-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaudeville-circus-acts-burlesque-troupe-lucent-dossier References: [coilhouse.net](http://coilhouse.net/2008/05/13/images-of-incandescense/#more-999) & [lucentdossier](http://www.lucentdossier.com/main/index.html) Vaudeville is thriving in Los Angeles with Lucent Dossier at the [Edison Lounge](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-plant-bars-the-edison-lounge-downtown-la). The performance group emerged from the underground art scene to make weekly appearances at the former power plant. The spectacular 'cirque' show called "Incandescence" includes stunning aerial acts, sword swallowers, burlesque dancers, fire breathing, and "other acts of magic and mayhem," according to the troupe's web site. The artists' self-described 'gypsy glamour' materializes from fantastically creative Vaudeville-inspired costumes, body painting and headdresses. To experience a Lucent Dossier show is to step into a sort of fantasy world. Fairy-winged waitresses deliver absinthe, surreal music fills the air and the performers occupy all corners of the bar spinning and dancing. Guests are also offered hand washing and face painting by beautiful burlesque-outfitted women. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Live Arts](https://www.trendhunter.com/livearts) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Vaudeville Revivals:** Opportunity for businesses to revive the Vaudeville style of entertainment and attract audiences with unique performances. - **Underground Art Scene:** Emerging underground art scenes can provide opportunities for businesses to showcase non-mainstream creative talents. - **Gypsy Glamour:** Businesses can tap into the trend of gypsy-inspired fashion and accessories to cater to consumers seeking unique and unconventional styles. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Entertainment:** Opportunity for entertainment businesses to incorporate Vaudeville-inspired acts and performances into their offerings. - **Art:** Opportunity forart businesses to support and promote emerging underground artists and their non-mainstream creations. - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion businesses to create and sell gypsy-inspired clothing, accessories, and headdresses. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Immersive Water Entertainment Venues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cirque-du-soleil-ludo.md) - [Unique Illuminated Performances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candlelight.md) - [Avant-Garde Theatrical Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avantgarde-theatrical-experience.md) - [Next-Gen Whiskey Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bulleit-limitless-lounge.md) - [Surreal Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery.md) - [Forgotten Theme-Park Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forgotten-fantasy.md) - [Immersive Light Show Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/llumi.md) - [Gothic Poet-Themed Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edgar-allan-poe-speakeasy.md) - [Light Garden Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imaginarium360.md)