La Cage Aux Folles Christopher Sieber As Zaza and George Hamilton

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3 | wire magazine | issue #23, 2012 | www.wireweekly.com | facebook | twitter EDITOR IN CHIEF’S NOTE MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND REVISITED ast week I wrote a column entitled “A Sad Police State of Affairs.” I heard from a number of readers who either strongly disagreed or agreed with my point of view. Some residents of Miami Beach were happy with the large police presence, the traffic restrictions and the barricades, but other residents and business owners were definitely not. Rafa Carvajal One thing is clear, we need some leadership to properly address the real issues without Publisher/Editor in Chief importing an army of police officers from several jurisdictions and spending millions of taxpayer dollars. A year ago in issue #23, June 9, 2011, I wrote a column entitled “Miami Associate Publisher Beach Needs to Become A Different Kind of War Zone” suggesting a concrete solution Jesse Spencer and plan to address the Memorial Day weekend and urged City officials to exercise some leadership and create a new weekend honoring our veterans. I am once again printing Editor portions of that column below to see if someone in the City of Miami Beach exercises some James Cubby leadership on this matter. Associate Editor There is another alternative and Miami Beach could be a different kind of “war zone” Antwyone Ingram during Memorial Day weekend. It would just take some planning and leadership from city government, local businesses, and city residents. It will also require everyone to actu- Design & Production Director ally remember what Memorial Day is about. What happens during Urban Beach Week Jose Gonzalez is completely unacceptable and should not be tolerated. Furthermore, it has absolutely nothing to do with the color of people’s skin. As a Hispanic myself, if Miami Beach held an annual Latin Weekend that created as much mayhem, excessive noise, and total Columnists disruption in the lives of Miami Beach residents as Urban Weekend, I would also agree Alfredo Barrios with anyone who categorized such a Latin Weekend as unacceptable. Alyn Darnay Dane Steele Green Memorial Day, which was originally called Decoration Day, was established as a day of Ken Hunt remembrance for those who have died serving our country, rather than a day of partying Dr. Gregg A Pizzi where so many Americans forget the meaning and traditions of Memorial Day. It is hard Michael Sasser to believe that so many of our fellow citizens totally ignore or don’t care to take a couple Kevin Wynn of hours one day a year to pause and acknowledge the ultimate sacrifice made by so many of their fellow citizens - to defend their way of life and preserve the liberties and Writers freedoms that make it possible for thousands of people to flood Miami Beach and cause Neil Andrew Frias total disturbances in the lives of fleeing residents. Staff Photographer With some leadership, Miami Beach could actually put forth an alternative for Memorial Henry Perez Day Weekend that celebrates the City’s history and its importance during World War II, when our American Riviera resort town was transformed into a virtual army base al- Official Photography Studio most overnight. The Army Air Force actually took over the Beach to train over 500,000 servicemen in what became a major training center for the war effort. The government Image1stmiami.com requisitioned buildings, holiday bungalows, restaurants, golf courses, and the beach and converted them into barracks, mess halls, and training fields. Local residents had to Photographers get used to a new life that included bugle calls, blackouts, and USO clubs. To view some Javi Giovanni photographs and a film depicting life in Miami Beach during this chapter in the Beach’s Frank Leon history, visit www.wireweekly.com/editorial/mbww2. It will give you a completely differ- Luis Santiago ent appreciation for what Miami Beach looked like as a “war zone” at that time. Dale Stine

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GEORGE HAMILTON AND CHRISTOPHER SIEBER STAR IN LA CAGE AUX FOLLES

A Broadway musical that glorifies cross-dressing? La Cage aux Folles is that and more. La Cage aux Folles, the Broadway musical with a book by Harvey Fierstein (who also played one of the leads on Broadway) and lyrics and music by Jerry Herman, comes to the Broward Center with its glorious show about life and loving. Taking a line from the show, “You’ll love us once you get to know us.” And audiences continue loving La Cage aux Folles. The original 1983 Broadway production won six Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book. The 2010 Broadway revival was nominated for eleven Tony Awards and won the Tony for Best Revival of a Musical. While the Broadway productions had a revolving showcase of stars, beginning with Kelsey Grammer, stepping into the lead roles, this production also has star power with the legendary George Hamilton playing Georges and Christopher Sieber (who played Georges on Broadway opposite Harvey Fierstein) as Albin.

In case you didn’t see the 1973 play by Jean Poiret, the 1978 French film, or the film The Birdcage - the Americanized film version of La Cage aux Folles shot in South Beach, here’s a brief synopsis of the plot. La Cage aux Folles is the story of a gay couple: Georges, the manager of a nightclub featuring drag entertainment, and Albin, his star attraction who performs as his alter ego Zaza, and the chaos that erupts when Georges’ straight son brings home his fiancée and her ultra-conservative parents for a visit. Throw in a group of talented chorus boys who play chorus girls and you have a madcap musical with a happy ending.

While audiences around the world are familiar with George Hamilton, I was excited to interview Christopher Sieber, a Broadway veteran, who played Georges on Broadway with Harvey Fierstein and now plays Albin in the touring production of La Cage aux Folles. While some remember Sieber from his role as Kevin Burke in the television show Two of a Kind starring the Olsen twins, he is most known for his outstanding work on Broadway appearing in shows like Shrek, Spamalot (for which he received a Tony nomination), Chi- cago, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Beauty and the Beast, and Into the Woods. A native of St. Paul, Minnesota, Sieber now lives on his own island in New Jersey with his husband. Wire Magazine was able to chat with Christopher about La Cage, Broadway, George Hamilton and Harvey Fierstein.

Describe your role in La Cage aux What’s your favorite moment in the Folles? show? I play Albin, the greatest star on the Riv- I have several. I love when Zaza comes iera. Zaza is the performing alter ego. on and performs her big number – “I Am What I Am.” I Love that song. It’s the big- When did you decide you wanted gest gay anthem. to be a performer? What’s generally the audience’s fa- When I was in the 3rd grade. I was a class clown. Back in Minnesota, I was put in a vorite moment? special gifted program and in high school Audience loves that number. “I Am What my teachers decided that I should go to I Am.” New York and helped me find a school. I Are audiences on tour more or less moved to New York on October 3, 1980. enthusiastic than Broadway audiences? You have quite an impressive track It’s hard to say. Broadway audiences are record on Broadway. What made much more savvy. Bringing a Broadway you decide to tour? show to cities that would never get a show The last time I toured was in 1991 with like this is great. The local audiences love Meet Me in St. Louis. You have to do some- it. It’s really special. thing a little scary to grow. Harvey called me to see the show on Broadway and after Is this your first time performing in the show he said, (doing a great Harvey drag? Fierstein impression) “So, do you want to No, I did Edna in Hairspray and I did Sug- do the show?” I had no idea that he was ar, the musical version of Some Like It Hot. going to offer me the role but I couldn’t turn it down It was a great experience working What’s been the highlight of your with Harvey Fierstein every night on Broad- career so far? way. Later I was asked to do the touring Spamalot. I loved that show. It was so much show. When I heard George Hamilton was fun. I was nominated for a Tony. I worked starring, I said yes. with a lot of great talent and everyone THE CAGELLES was crazy. We had so much fun. We just Which role is more fun to play? giggled every night. I worked with great Both roles are fun. Albin is just so crazy people like David Hyde Pierce, Hank Az- and over the top, while Georges is the driv- aria and Tim Curry. ing force of the show. I loved working with Harvey. I think the show works best when What’s your ultimate role that you’d love to play? there are two gay men in the lead roles and I’m holding out for Harold Hill in the Music they like each other. The chemistry works. Man but I’m not quite ready for that yet. I With Harvey it was magic. prefer creating roles. My next show should be whispers and pajamas because I’m so What’s the hardest part of playing tired. a role like Albin? The energy level. It’s so exhausting. I don’t What do you think audiences re- stop for 3 ½ hours. Show week is five days member most about La Cage? straight and I’m exhausted at the end. The ending. They remember that song. It’s the most powerful moment. People leave Why do you think La Cage is such flying high. a hit? It has an amazing score by Jerry Herman - Is there anything else that you’d You can’t get the songs out of your head. It like to share with Wire Magazine? also has a great book by Harvey Fierstein. No, just come to see the show. You’ll have It’s a great story. Very powerful. a great time.

Is this a message show or is it pure George Hamilton, with quite a body of film entertainment? and television work under his belt, is prob- Both. It’s who you love that matters. You ably best known as the actor with the per- can make a family no matter who you are. petual suntan. Hamilton joins Christopher It’s like the line from the show; “You’ll love Sieber onstage as Georges in La Cage aux us once you get to know us.” The audience Folles. While Hamilton’s schedule kept him grows to love us during the show and they from a phone chat, Wire Magazine was able to get a few interview questions an- even sing along. swered via email.

How are you adapting to life as a nightclub owner in La Cage? MATT ANCTIL It’s a challenging role for me. In many ways, I’m envious of Chris Sieber playing Zaza because Albin is such a One of the Dancing Drag Queens fabulous, flamboyant character. It’s seductive to want to be the farceur. Chris is so good in this: He gets bored of La Cage aux Folles with doing the usual, so he will change things around [in a scene]. My job is to be organically anchored to this— I’ve got to direct traffic through this whole story. I’m torn between my son and Albin. If I’ve done my job correctly, the piece takes on a profundity that’s got to be there.

How is Christopher Sieber as an on-stage husband? He’s the on-stage wife; I’m the on-stage husband. Every GEORGE HAMILTON AS GEORGES night, I bow to him. I think he’s terrific, and I love working AND CHRISTOPHER SIEBER AS ZAZA with him. We became fast friends. He’s played both roles [having done Georges on Broadway opposite Harvey Fierstein as Albin]. Initially, I would hear him say things and I’d wonder, “What is he mumbling?” But then I’d CHRISTOPHER SIEBER AS ZAZA realize he was giving me my lines [laughs].

How are you holding up with the eight-show- a-week schedule? Did hearing about Jeffrey Tambor’s abrupt departure from the Broadway production make you think twice about taking on the role? I only heard about Jeffrey after I had taken it. I’ve never actually heard the clear story. I heard he had hip replacement surgery pretty close to the show. But I had a knee a Cage aux Folles has a troupe of dancers called replacement, so I’ll match his hip with my knee. I didn’t Les Cagelles, the drag queens of La Cage aux really realize how difficult this is. Not only is it daunting Folles that keeps the audience screaming. Wire in the amount of time you’re on stage, but also with all Magazine caught up with Matt Anctil, one of the you have to do. Cagelles, for a quick chat about La Cage, dance, touring, and drag. What’s it like to be surrounded by this youthful ensemble of dancers? For those not familiar with La Cage aux We’ve got some of the most wonderful dancing! These Folles, what’s the story in a nutshell? athletes are unbelievable. They are just incredibly kind Ever heard of The Birdcage? Set in St. Tropez in and respectful to me—and protective. I love ‘em. Initially, the ‘70s, La Cage tells the story of Georges (the the ensemble and I stayed at separate hotels, because I owner of the gaudy drag cabaret) and Albin (the have places that I like in every city that I’ve been before. sassy headliner), and what happens when their son In the first couple weeks, one of the Cagelles had a nine- THE COMPANY OF arrives with a bit of news, he’s getting married to inch cut right to the bone in his foot, and he was back in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES. the daughter of a conservative political fanatic. As the show a week later. Another one pulled his hamstring the families meet for the first time, feathery chaos and was out for about two weeks. So I thought, I’m in the ensues and pushes the anticipated wedding to the edge of collapse. Thankfully, the true element of middle of people who can really take punishment and family and marriage comes to the forefront to show go back into the show; it would be best for myself to stay that LOVE knows no boundaries, enemies or obsta- close to the theater. So I’ve kind of moved to wherever cles. As long as we continue to keep that in mind, they go. I don’t want to be too far of a walk away. the best of times is truly NOW.

What is your role in La Cage? I play Angelique, the “less than enthused” muscle drag queen. She is one of six unique characters LA CAGE AUX FOLLES called Les Cagelles, who are the drag queens of the comes to the Broward Center for the Performing Arts nightclub, La Cage Aux Folles. As a group, we en- tertain the audience with over the top musical num- June 12 – 24. bers, jump splits, acrobatics, comedy and dance. For info, visit www.browardcenter.org Individually, we show that each of us are unique, bringing a special element of “fabulous” that when put together, makes for an unforgettable evening.

How long have you been in the show? Can you share your audition experience? What’s your ultimate role that you’d love to play? I have been with the show for almost two years now. This was my Broadway debut and then I contin- Hmmmm,that’s a toughie. To be honest, I’m not really sure. I ued with the tour when we set out in October of last year. My audition was pretty unique. I borrowed would really love to originate something spectacular, so that a pair of heels from a friend and heeded the advice of my manager to go in for the role. Having never role is yet to be determined. But if I had to choose, I would think seen the show and only knowing that they had just revived it a few years back in 2005, I was not so it would be the Leading Player in Pippin. anxious to book the job. The actual audition was one of the most thorough and dynamic dance calls I had ever been to. When you see the show you will understand why, we do a little bit of everything. Do you have any funny stories from the road that 11 out of an original group of 90 or so were called back a week later. When I got there, I started you can share? looking around and noticed that the 10 other boys each had a hair person, makeup person, or both We were in Wilmington, DE, of all places, and as we were tak- and I had my dance belt, Lycra jazz pants and a great big smile. It was a real “show must go on” ing our company bow, a group of women in their 60s started moment. I just gave them all I had, from the heart, and next thing I knew I was waking up to one of throwing balled up bunches of panties at us. These were not the most amazing phone calls of my life, Duncan Stewart, the casting director, asking me if I wanted Victoria’s Secrets. I’m talking granny panty bombs!! They were to join the La Cage family. Ya, I screamed after accepting, of course. all directed towards George with things written on them like, “Call me for a good time.” Clearly, these ladies have done this Why do you think La Cage is such a hit? before. It’s an emotional entertainment roller coaster. Audiences come in night after night, not quite sure where we will take them, and they walk out with smiles on their faces. They’ve exercised their minds, What do you think audiences remember most about hearts, faces and stomach muscles through all the comedy and drama. The story is so poignant and La Cage? really drives home the message of equality and love without mounting a soapbox. In a way, we invite I would hope that audiences really take to heart the message you to be enlightened AND entertained!! we deliver about equality and love. I’d be lying if I said that I didn’t hear night after night, “Those legs!!! I want them!” So, Is this a message show or is it pure entertainment? maybe that’s the other memory they walk away with. Both! You really just have to be open to possibility and trust that you are going to have a good time.

What’s your favorite moment in the show? I really enjoy being in the cage,it’s such an intimate and beautiful moment with the musical tension and lighting. It’s a nice mix of sensuality and character. I get to choose a “victim” and keep my eyes on them for a moment of seduction before the comedy kicks back in. LA CAGE MATT IN What’s generally the audience’s favorite moment? A lot of people love when we are in the cage and do the jump splits in the Can Can. Of course, the 11 COSTUME o’clock number “I Am, What I Am” is a show-stopper. Christopher drives home a definitive message of acceptance and loving yourself for who you are. It’s the moment when people are crying and are moved to jump to their feet. You always put those kinds of numbers at the end of Act 1.

What’s the most difficult part of performing as one of the Les Cagelles? I think the hardest thing for me, playing Angelique, is to stick to her mannerisms. The group as a whole is dynamic in character, but some days I just wanna queen out as much as the rest of them. But when everyone laughs at Angelique’s bitter attitude, it makes me smile inside to know that I gave them a chuckle. Our resident director on Broadway would always tell me “simple gets the laugh,” and that really was a skill that I had to exercise and learn. It’s really difficult to look like you could care less,well, for me it is, because inside it’s the complete opposite.

Are audiences on tour more or less enthusiastic than Broadway audiences? It really depends on the city or market we are in. Of course, there’s a lot of wonderful energy in a Broadway house because, well, it’s Broadway!! But there’s something special about the ever-chang- ing energy with each city we go to. I think audiences on tour, for the most part, are excited that we are coming to them with Tony award-winning material and yes, the fabulous uber Hollywood star, George Hamilton!!

Is this your first time performing in drag? Yes! As you can tell from my audition experience for this show, I didn’t get the memo. I love it though. I am sure that it’s not my lifestyle but I really do enjoy going out and performing with the other “girls” when we do promos at local clubs. It’s also nice to step out of Angelique’s persona and explore my femininity in a different way,and who doesn’t love wearing rhinestones??

What’s been the highlight of your career so far? This show, for sure, has been quite the highlight of my career so far. It’s really the first time I’ve been given a role to nurture in a production this scale alongside major celebrity actors. With it being my Broadway debut, La Cage really holds a special place in my heart. Aside from La Cage, I think the second highlight of my career would be launching the arena version of the Radio City Christmas Spectacular back in 2008;that show was massive and pretty rock star. It was like being in a movie. IMAGES CREDIT: BROADWAY ACROSS AMERICA

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CONCERTS City Theatre and the Arsht Center pres- DJ Avicii, who wowed the crowds at ent Summer Shorts, the “can’t miss” this year’s Ultra Music Festival, returns program of the summer, a program of to Miami for one night at the American “short” plays, at the Arsht Center June Airlines Arena on June 8. 1-17. BY ANTWYONE INGRAM & RAFA CARVAJAL IMAGES CREDIT: JUAN SACO MIRONOFF Alliance Theatre Lab presents Small Membership, a play about insecurity, nce again, Palace brings vivacity to at the Main Street Playhouse thru June Ocean Drive with “Dining With the 24. Stars,” a new weekly Tuesday night show that brings the most iconic divas of all Disney’s long running Broadway hit, time right to your tableside. Opening night The Lion King, runs at the Arsht Center had more costumes changes, rhinestones, DWNTWN Miami Concert Series has thru June 10. high-heels, and hair flips than a showgirls moved to the Olympia Theater at Gus- set in Vegas. Where else can you enjoy a man with Eric Hutchinson with Jacob The hilarious musical, La Cage Aux mouth-watering T-Bone Steak dinner with a Jeffries Band on June 8. Folles, the biggest hit of the 2010 glass of red wine all while iconic divas Liza Broadway season, comes to the Bro- Minnelli, Anita Baker, Lady Gaga, and Tina Greater Miami Symphonic Band pres- ward Center June 12 – 24. Turner perform directly in front of you – no- ents their 33rd Season “Grande Fina- where! Not in this lifetime! le” at Gusman Concert Hall on June 12 at 8 p.m. Palace divas not only put on a great show, but they also gave you realism, both in physical appearance and in stage presence. Mis- Miami Gay Men’s Chorus presents sy Meyaike gave us the climatic stage antics their Summer Concert: Who’s Your of Anita Baker. Noel Leon gave diners the Diva? at the Colony Theater June 8 – quirky yet elegant and grandiose stage pres- 10. www.miamigaychorus.org ence of Liza Minnelli, with a surprise performance of Minnelli’s rendition of “Single La- Puscifer, the electro-rock outfit led by dies” taken from the movie Sex and the City Maynard James Keenan, performs at DANCE 2. Tina Turner gave the crowd iconic moves, the Gusman Center along with Carina South Florida Ballet Theater presents as she skipped across the stage and kept it Round on June 12 at 8 p.m. The Great Pas de Deux Series IV, with “Rolling On De River.” Athena Dion brought some of classical ballet’s most famous the eccentric style of Lady Gaga to life with Childish Gambino, the rapper/musi- Pas De Duex, at the Amaturo Theater provocative and bold costume designs. cian known to most as Danny Glover at the Broward Center on June 10. who plays Troy on the NBC comedy So if you’re looking for a fun Tuesday night, Community, brings his music to the Israeli Dance Festival, featuring com- stop by Palace to enjoy a special “Dining stage of the Fillmore Miami Beach on panies from Mexico, Brazil, Canada, with the Stars” selection of entrees alongside June 13 at 8 p.m. Panama and Israel, brings over 500 a glass of wine and dessert on iconic Ocean dancers to the stage of the Amaturo Drive. Choose from the Salmon or Tilapia Gang of Outlaws brings ZZ Top and 3 Theater at the Broward Center on June dinner over Penne Vodka with Garlic Bread, Doors Down to the stage of Hard Rock 10 at 7 p.m. the Curried Shrimp Pasta over Linguini, the Live on June 12 at 7 p.m. Chicken Cordon Bleu with mashed potatoes, FILM gravy and sautéed veggies, or the T-Bone European Film Festival brings a unique The Happy Together Tour, with The Tur- Steak dinner with garlic roasted potatoes schedule of films to O Cinema and Mi- tles, The Monkees lead singer Micky and fresh grilled asparagus. ami Beach Cinematheque thru June 7. Dolenz, Gary Puckett, The Grass Roots www.europeanfilmfest.org and The Buckinghams, comes to Hard Rock Live on June 13 at 8 p.m. Fort Lauderdale Gay & Lesbian Film Festival monthly movie series “GLOW” THEATRE with the film August, June 13 at 8 p.m. A Bicycle Country by Pulitzer Prize- Gateway Theater, 1820 E Sunrise winning playwright Nilo Cruz plays at Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954.763.7994 the New Theatre thru June 24. or www.thegatewaytheatre.com

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e need to talk gentlemen. When exactly did being “undetectable” become the new negative, because that memo went completely over my head. In a recent issue of Wire Magazine, “Living With HIV: A Life Sentence,” we went into thorough detail about the epidemic and the stigma associated with the virus. I am completely aware of the inconvenience and complications the virus has created and am very knowledgeable about the virus, as every gay man should be (in a perfect world). However, I have a surprise for you boys, undetectable does not mean you are clean. Yes, the likelihood of passing the virus has decreased but you are not clean. Just because a chameleon can camouflage itself in defense to hide, it doesn’t mean that it is not a chameleon -- and the same applies to you. I understand that gay men with the virus avoid answering particular questions in reference to their status to avoid encountering stigma, but it’s another thing to put the life of someone else in jeopardy.

On hook-up and dating sites there is often the option to disclose your HIV status. We usually assume that if it is unanswered, “I Don’t Know,” “Ask Me” or “Don’t Care,” that the correlating person’s HIV status is positive. And for this reason, those who are positive often just put “negative” to avoid a discussion about the state of their health altogether. If having unprotected sex regularly is your thing, knock yourself out – I personally, would rather play leapfrog in traffic. However, after inquiring if a handsome gentleman I was speaking to the other day was negative, he nonchalantly replied, “yes, I’m undetectable” – pump the brakes, wrong! You are positive, uninformed and naïve. I’m not sure if April Fools’ came late this year, whether some of you need to waltz back to a sex education class, or this is another one of those inappropriately commonplace things that I was simply misinformed about, but it’s definitely not a good look.

I don’t think I need to elaborate on the extensive amount of cases that are continuing to pop up around the nation that involve an HIV positive man infecting an HIV negative man because no one’s status was disclosed. If you play with the life of another, because you were careless (the other participant is just as careless, mind you), your life will be played with as well – in a federal prison, being tossed back and forth by a group of men who don’t care about your status, and your new name will be Gretchen. You choose. I’m not bashing anyone, because the life of someone who has HIV is far beyond my understanding, and much more complex than any of us will ever know, but question your motives, morals, and overall respect for another’s TO VIEW ADDITIONAL PHOTOS life before you nonchalantly and ignorantly blurt out something like “yes I’m nega- FROM THIS & OTHER EVENTS VISIT: tive, I’m undetectable.” Get informed. WWW.WIREWEEKLY.COM

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hile most of us are cooling off poolside or strutting our six-packs at the beach this summer, some of our favorite divas will be turning out new tracks to keep our dance floors scorching. One hot mama doing her part to make us sweat is the awesome Aussie herself, Kylie Minogue. On a mission to be THE summer anthem Y-3 POLKA DOT HIGH-TOPS of the year, her new single, “Timebomb,” ticked its way across the globe last week and has been blowing up every speaker in its path. Its contagious beat edged with Yohji Yamamoto is notorious for incorporating fu- electric guitar riffs kicks off with Kylie’s smoldering purr and builds up to the kind of turistic design elements into Y-3 clothing and foot- explosive chorus that just screams “summer anthem!” wear. Y-3 brings you another eccentric shoe com- posed of technical fibers and a polka dot design. The new club banger is part of the ‘K25’ series of events celebrating 25 years of Step out on the scene this summer with this vivid Kylie. Besides giving us another great reason to move our asses; Kylie also took some pair of high-tops complete with techno fabric, stitch of her best B-sides, demos and rarities on the road last month for her ‘K25 Anti-Tour.’ detailing, rubber soles, and logo details. $135 While chatting with the music blog, Idolator.com, she said, “I’ve never done anything Yoox.com like that before, something like an anti-tour where there are no dancers, there are no lights. It’s just music and doing songs that are much loved by super fans but will never, ever, ever be heard anywhere.” Even without her smokin’ hot dancers, the sold-out tour grossed over $1,720,000 with only four stops between Australia and the UK (insert American sad face here). Kylie’s label, EMI, also released The Best of Kylie Minogue this week featuring 21 of Kylie’s hottest tracks, including five #1 singles. A ADIDAS AMERICANA PACK special edition version also hooks you up with a DVD of the videos. Summer fashion is definitely patriotic this Ever since Kylie made her musical debut in 1987 with her first smash, “Loco-Motion,” year with bold stars and stripes, and red, we’ve been obsessed with her voice, her videos and her over-the-top tours rivaling white, and blue designs popping up ev- (and sometimes out-doing) that of a certain American Queen of Pop. She’s a breast erywhere. Adidas jumped on the band- cancer survivor whose musical and charitable contributions have won her over 100 wagon by releasing its Americana Pack. awards around the globe, including a Grammy and a recent induction to the ARIA In recognition of the summer games, this (Australian Recording Industry Association) Hall of Fame. Having just celebrated her collection includes an appearance by the 44th birthday with the release of “Timebomb” it’s obvious that Kylie’s career won’t AR 2.0, Samoa, and Superstar models be diffused anytime soon. According to her website, we can expect to see and hear with starred and striped Trefoils visible on more K25 surprises ahead during her silver anniversary celebrations. More new mu- the heel of the shoe. The AR 2.0 Super- sic, maybe? Another tour? We’ll just have to keep our eyes on the clock to find out. star sneakers even throw in a little grey for variation. The collection is available at Foot Locker and Adidas Originals stores If you’re a recording artist, musician or producer and would like your while supplies last. $100 work featured on TOP TRAX, hit me up at [email protected].

SUMMERSURVIVALGUIDE BY KEN HUNT

ith summer here, our entire week revolves around gearing up for the weekend getaways. The goal is to make the most of the time we have at the gym. But it’s not easy to include each body part and sufficient cardiovascular training in only three days. The trick is to be efficient; follow this routine and you’ll be able to perform a complete body workout in three days a week, and be ready for your weekend.

Try to work out at the time you have the most energy because it will yield the best results, if you’re a morning person, schedule your fitness activities early in the day; if you perk up as the day goes along, plan your activities in the afternoon or evening. I know it seems logical, but if you are too tired or have had a horrible day, don’t force yourself to go to the gym. Take a long brisk walk instead. It will do wonders for you mentally. When exercising one muscle group, there is always a complimentary muscle that works almost as much. This means you’ll only be working on each body part once PECS a week, but they will work two or three times a week. One of the benefits of this 3-day workout routine is that it can be scheduled on any day of the week depending on your availability and when you feel like going to the gym. Leave at least one day of rest IN ABOUT AN HOUR between each workout.

Day 1: Chest, back, abdominal muscles. Day 2: Shoulders, legs, abs. Day 3: Biceps, triceps, abs. DR. LEONARD TACHMES I’m not going to tell you specific exercises to perform. This is more to guide you on BY DR. RODGER WADE PIELET what muscle groups to combine and how to efficiently distribute your workout. Each & set should consist of 8 to 15 repetitions to allow your muscles to work adequately. It ectoral implants, commonly referred to, as chest implants for men, is a proce- isn’t worth lifting heavy weights at low repetitions, because a three day routine isn’t dure to enhance the chest muscles in men who are looking for greater tone designed for people who want to build up strength and mass with maximum repeti- and definition. This procedure has seen a dramatic increase in the past several tions for each one of those sets. Finish your routine with 30 minutes of cardio. Use the years because sometimes working out as hard as you can does not get you the treadmill, the rowing machine or a stationary bicycle to increase your heart rate and results you are looking for. In other instances your muscles can be under developed burn excess calories. Usually one or two minutes between sets is plenty of time. because of an injury or a growth defect. Therefore, although it is usually performed for cosmetic improvement, the procedure can also be used to correct certain pre- The total workout shouldn’t take more than 60 to 90 minutes. Let’s not forget that eat- existing, congenital or traumatic defects. ing right is also important. On the weekends (especially if you are enjoying summer with your friends sharing a house or traveling), you tend to “slack off” a bit on your A cosmetic surgeon or board certified plastic surgeon can help you achieve your diet. So during the week it’s important to be strict about your eating habits. Here desired pectoral muscle enhancement results. The ideal candidate for this procedure are some suggestions. For breakfast choose starchy carbs like oatmeal or my favorite, is someone who is in good physical shape and has realistic goals and expectations. Cream of Wheat. You should also eat them before a workout or after a workout. A good choice would be brown rice or brown bread. Make sure to have at least 2 cups The pectoral implants procedure involves the insertion of a carefully styled, soft of veggies with each meal. And drink 4-6 liters of water a day. Choose egg whites, implant entirely under the pectoralis muscles, which makes it completely natural chicken breast, and fish as your protein staples. Try to incorporate them into your diet in terms of appearance and feel. The incisions are hidden in the armpit. This is as much as you can. And don’t forget that fats are important. You can get them easily performed as an out-patient surgery, so you would go home the same day. You from natural peanut butter, fish oil and olive oil. may resume light activity and work in about one week and full activity in 4-6 weeks.

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19 | wire magazine | issue #23, 2012 | www.wireweekly.com | facebook | twitter THIS WEEK THURSDAY, June 7 some delicious beats by DJ Scott Mann and a crowd that’s sure to please. Enjoy EROS LOUNGE: Presenting Latin Fuego seven different bars, stiff drinks, beautiful Thursday nights! Get ready for an out- dancers, and, of course, the only place rageous night hosted by Teresita La where there’s “Never a cover...Always Caliente with shows starting at 11 p.m. a groove.” Free parking and $6 Cuba Libres all night long. 8201 Biscayne Blvd. SATURDAY, JUNE 9

MOVA: Stop by for happy hour from 3 DISCOTEKKA: Get ready for a post to 9 p.m., followed by Vanity Girl. Vanity apocalyptic night as Discotekka and Girl Thursdays gives you gorgeous girls, Milancita.com bring you the 1st Annual great music by DJ Zehno, $4 Miller Lites, Hunger Games & The 12 Tributes. Come The Trap is Set $6 Finlandia cocktails, and a free Miller watch T.P. Lords as Effie Trinket and The Lite when you buy the shot of the week. Tributes battle it out on the dance floor @ Discotekka 1625 Michigan Ave. to the sounds of DJ Charlie Rojas. Doors photos by Henry Perez, Wire Magazine open at 11 p.m. 950 NE 2nd Ave. PALACE: Palace hosts Stiletto Nights In recognition of Gay Days Weekend in Orlando, with fierce drag shows by host Missy MOVA: Stop by for happy hour from 3 guests stopped by Discotekka to see how TP Lords killed Meiyakie and special diva cast mem- to 9 p.m., followed by FLASH Saturdays Mickey Mouse. The trap was set, DJ Spin and DJ Carlos bers. Show starts at 6 p.m. Enjoy weekly with the hottest music videos and visual G were on the decks, and the crowd was jumping at drink specials all night. 1200 Ocean entertainment by VJ Chris Racine till 3 Drive. a.m. with $9 Grey Goose cocktails all downtown’s largest gay dance party! night. SCORE: Enjoy cocktails out on the patio and watch the famous Lincoln Road traf- PALACE: Join Palace all day for “Drags fic pass by. Later in the evening Score Gone Wild” with stellar performances by hosts Pop Fever Thursdays. Fab beats by Tiffany Fantasia and cast! Enjoy sounds DJ Daisy D & AJ Reddy, paired with an by DJ Hans at 4 p.m. incredible crowd of delicious partygoers. Take advantage of $6 Long Islands all SCORE: Don’t miss Score’s BIGGER night. No cover! 727 Lincoln Road. Saturdays party! Tonight Score, in association with Lords Hotel, brings you TWIST: Don’t miss out on a fabulous “Schools Out Weekend” with sexy night at TWIST with seven different bars, schoolboys taking the stage and $6 DJ Sushiman, stiff drinks, and beautiful Chambord cocktails all night. Hosted by dancers. And if you’re looking for some Alex Prieto. No cover. hot papis, DJ Adora will be hosting Sabroso in Bar 5! Don’t miss the 2-4-1 TWIST: Happy Hour 2-4-1 with Tommy Special on everything till 2 a.m. “Never and the locals from 1 to 9 p.m. on a cover... Always a groove.” 1057 everything. Come tonight for MUSCLE Washington Ave. BOY Saturdays and enjoy a full house of hot men and some incredible beats FRIDAY, JUNE 8 by DJ Mika. “Never a cover...Always a groove.” MOVA: Join Edison Farrow for HYPE Fridays at MOVA, “where the men go SUNDAY, JUNE 10 out in South Beach on Friday nights!” Delectable beats by DJ Bryan Zero, and ANGLERS: If you are looking to nurse hosted by the zany Pussila. Enjoy a com-- that hangover with some unlimited mimo- plimentary Finlandia cocktail when pre-- sas and Bloody Marys, look no further senting your ticket stub from the Miami than 660 at the Anglers. Enjoy great Gay Men’s Chorus concert. $7 Finlandia food and delicious libations in one of vodka drinks all night! No cover. the most beautiful boutique resorts Miami Beach has to offer. 660 Washington PALACE: Tonight is Drag Madness with Ave. fierce shows by some of South Beach’s most spectacular drag performers! Get MOVA: MOVA hosts the most scandal- ready for the biggest show on South ous party in South Beach, Out-n-Ugly Beach at 6 p.m. Sundays with DJ Latrice. Beginning at 9 p.m. with drag shows 11 p.m. – 12:30 SCORE: Tonight Penny Back Boyz host a.m. Enjoy $4 Miller Lites, $5 Herradura one of the hottest parties in South Beach, Shots, and $6 Finlandia. No cover. Filthy Gorgeous Fridays, bringing you the Label Whore Party, with a special PALACE: South Beach’s most legendary performance by TP Lords. drag brunch will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with two seatings: 11:30 TO VIEW ADDITIONAL PHOTOS TWIST: Enjoy a fabulous night at TWIST. a.m. and 2 p.m. Enjoy over-the-top per- FROM THIS & OTHER EVENTS VISIT: Get in for the free Happy Hour BBQ formances by Noel Leon paired with a WWW.WIREWEEKLY.COM at 6 p.m. Tonight get in the house for delectable menu. Afterwards, check out

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WILL MIAMI BEACH MISS MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND CROWDS?

rom all reports, Memorial Day weekend on Miami Beach was decidedly less chaotic this problem because the important people were in the Hamptons or elsewhere for the than last year, when the traditional Urban Beach Weekend evoked scenes from Mad summer anyway – so who cares about struggling shopkeepers, right? Max. Reports from the ground were generally upbeat and there was certainly less gunplay than last year. Arrest numbers were down slightly, but overall police complaint Then along comes Memorial Day, and sure, it might have brought every thug from calls dropped more significantly. For sure, after years of being frozen by the destruc- Atlanta to town, but it also brought plenty of everyday people. Sure, ten people might tive force of political correctness, the weaklings in City Hall had refused to address the have been crammed into one tiny Deco hotel room – that’s how youngsters roll. But it’s mess that was Memorial Day weekend. You can definitely see that it must have been better than no one being in the hotel at all. Urban Beaches might not have cleaned out politically expedient to pretend to care this year because the city did a very good job the pretentious overpriced sushi in Miami Beach, but I imagine fast food shops, diners at curbing mass crowds. Mass crowds have tended to be the problem in the past. Hu- and more affordable eateries did just fine. Well, unless customers ended up shot in the mans, it seems, like many animals, lose all senses and whatever intelligence they have, parking lot or run over by a drunken Beach cop. What? Too soon? when gathered in throngs. In any event, Memorial Day weekend has been a mixed bag, but it appears to be fad- ing. Sure, it could just be the economy diminishing crowds. That can’t help. But I think Simple solutions like bottlenecking traffic coming into the islands and showing a strong residents’ disgust with the crime and messes and the government’s long awaited effort police presence citywide worked for Miami Beach this year, accentuating the fact that to curb the madness had the largest impact. only spinelessness could have led to this problem steamrolling to where it is today. Yes, indeed, both crowds and the violence they’ve typically sponsored were dramatically So will the city now go quiet again in the summer months except for the tiny, special reduced over Memorial Day weekend this year. So, now what? interest events the city has had the guts to support? Or will leadership step forward with a proposal to now try to bring more easily manageable visitor groups into the city in Recent residents of Miami Beach might not recall the days when the city was a ghost the god-awful hot months? How hard could it be to come up with some kind of positive town – an absolute ghost town – during the summer months. There are few more hellish summer tourism mechanism? Last year, two youthful candidates for mayor crafted fairly places on earth than South Florida in the summer. For years, tourism industry and civic detailed proposals. So, will a sitting commission member or community leader take up activists led by South Beach Hotel & Restaurant Association head honcho David Kelsey the mantle and recognize that a diminished Memorial Day weekend might be good for railed against the city’s – and the county’s – total lack of interest in developing sum- the city overall, but it isn’t great for the struggling summer economy? mer tourism. Whole schedules of activities that would have attracted visitors here were Wire_HP_horiz_She_HP_horiz 5/19/12 12:37 PM Page 1 researched and presented for discussion. I’ve often thought that city fathers ignored Anyone care to wager a bet?