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Spin Nightclub proudly brings you the official party celebrating the 30th anniversary of Chicago's iconic club kid Zander Mander.

For thirty years, Zander Mander has been on the Chicago nightlife scene in one "form" or another. So to celebrate this historic anniversary we are throwing him one hell of a party and you are invited !

A red carpet event including a rock show that stars many suprize guest performers. This show is also the Chicago debut of featured excerpts from Zander Mander's upcoming "Guitars, Glamour & Glitter" national tour providing you all with a raw, dark and gritty rock show!

Join us as we celebrate & congratulate one of Chicago's most legendary nightlife personalities!

Doors Open: 9:30pm

Hosted Bar: 10:00pm - 11:00pm
(Hosted bar provided by Zander Mander)

Rock Show: 11:30pm


Cover Charge: $1 - yes only 1 (one) dollar !!


"Who would have thought a little dip into the shadow would lead to 30 years of eyeliner, glitter and 8 inch heels!! This is gonna be a BRING YOUR CAMERA night. Celebrity guests, rock show with star performances and lots more! I want to thank Spin in advance for honoring me with this party. And I want to thank all of you for 30 great years! I know a lot of you will be coming from out of state and I truly appreciate that. I can't wait to see ALL of you-here there everywhere-!!"
Zander Mander

" While binging on gin and tonics in Boystown, a figure slowly emerged through the door. With a costume equally as regal and demonic, the makeup and stature were but supporting characters to an overall appearance of dominance and expression. Shyly I approached. The black leather hand approached my pasty flesh. The name? Zander Mander.

Coined, “Chicago’s iconic club kid,” Zander Mander introduced “a different, dark side to drag that celebrates life, freedom and love between all.” ...A truly inspirational figure that has made a triumphant return back to the stage after a 10-year hiatus, Zander Mander is transforming culture one positive thought (and one top hat) at a time. "
-Courtney Nichols / OUT Magazine & FRUITFLYLIFE.com -

"There is no better time for me to return & celebrate my 30 year anniversary than to be a part of this very important benefit."
-Zander Mander-

This will be my first OFFICIAL performance in ten years. I chose this benefit to return as it is something that I believe deserves our support. Please show your support by attending this fabtastic event. There will be a GREAT show starring some very diverse and unique artists as well as drink specials and great raffle prizes!!

SPECIAL BENEFIT SHOW STARRING:

Sebastian C*ck Las Vegas
Angelique Munro
Tori Sass
Andres de los Santos
Midori Mame Tajiri
Teri Yaki
Yuri Lane
Mid Tangent Productions
&
Zander Mander


RAFFLE PRIZES
There will be raffle prizes donated by: Robert Jeffery Hair Salon, Cinemark Theater in Evanston, Tamale Presents LOL, Chicago Male, Comedy Sportz, Women and Children First bookstore, Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurant, F. O'Mahonys Europeon Tavern, Studio L'amour, Green Genes and many more...


A NOTE FROM KATE VERSAGE
-the wonderful person in charge of this event-

This event is a Benefit Show to help raise money for children who have Autism. I am not a promoter or a business owner. I am one person who is just trying to raise money for this cause with a one time event. I work as a Teacher's Assistant during the day with children who have Autism and I have learned that no community of people are spared from this growing disorder. This is why I am throwing this event, to help bring light to this cause. 100% of the proceeds on the night of this event are being donated to Autism Speaks.

Autism is a neurological disorder that affects development. Autism is one of the fastest growing developmental disorders. More children will be diagnosed with Autism this year than with AIDS, diabetes and cancer combined. Autism now affects 1 in every 110 children born today.

The goal here is to try and help change the future for all children who struggle with Autism. The money raised would help to fund research into the causes, prevention and treatments for autism.

My idea for this event is to gather some of the greatest performers of our community in Drag and Burlesque and all things in between, and all do one large show together where hopefully we can all try and find missing pieces of the puzzle. This particular cause means so very much to me and to so many children who's lives you would be helping.

I hope you will mark your calender's and join me on April 30th for a night of celebration to help raise awareness for these incredible children.
-Kate Versage-



Friday, April 30, 2010
Doors Open: 9:00pm
Showtime: 10:00pm

Circuit Night Club
3641 N. Halsted Street
Chicago, IL

In addition to being a third of the upcoming 3 WORLDS NATIONAL TOUR (see blog below) Zander Mander will be doing solo performances throughout the country in various hotspot nightclubs.

Celebrating his 30 year anniversary in the club scene, Zander returns to the stage after 10 years to bring back what is being called "A Different, Darkside to Drag". A guitar driven set adorned with glamour and glitter.

Be sure to catch this show in addition to the 3 WORLDS tour!! Both are must see entertainment if you're looking for something different in the clubs.