Marijuana Madness - The True Story of Marijuana Prohibition in the Jazz Era

Step into the timeless atmosphere of the oldest live music venue on the Westside, Harvelle's Nightclub Santa Monica, and travel back in time to 1937, when National Marijuana Prohibition was first written into American Law. Highlights from the debut show https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i1Zg2XX14xM Marijuana Madness features world renowned Burlesque Dancer, Miss Dakota Ferreiro, whose effortless grace will transport you back in time and her tantalizing performance will keep you on the edge of your seat. Her unforgettable performance embodies exactly the dangerous allure that those accidentally visionary anti-marijuana propagandists were warning against. Also gracing the stage will be Miss Alyssa Marquez, innovator of Cannabis themed burlesque performances, and serves as the Artistic Director of Marijuana Madness. Miss Marquez fully embraces cannabis culture with her outlandish cannabis-themed wardrobe and the billowing clouds of smoke that envelop her signature appearances around town. Tying together the narrative of this tale will be international and award-winning burlesque emcee, Tito Bonito (aka Cuban Missile Crisis), who was named one of LA Weekly’s People of the Year 2016, and in 2017 took home the award for “most Comedic” at the Burlesque Hall of Fame. The Band bringing the Jazz Era to life is the newly convened The Mad Reefers, featuring some of LA’s most sought-after Jazz musicians. The band includes Willie McNeil (drums), Bill Ungerman (saxophone) Mike Boito (piano), Oliver Steinberg (bass). In true prohibition style, a separate Viper Lounge will be open before the show, during intermission, and after the show. Viper Lounge guests can elevate and enhance their experience with the signature Grassfed open vape-bar, and delectable health conscious edibles, while getting an intimate introduction to the cast of the show. Viper Room sponsors include: Flower by Bloomfield; Vaping accessories by Vapexhale & DaVinci Vaporizer; Edibles by To Whom It May & Mondo Meds More Do it in style: VIP guests will enjoy reserved seating, Viper Lounge access, and a curated gift from one of our sponsors.