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Spooky couture, a Mingus tribute, and a Prefuse 73 blowout for the local wobblerati

03.14.12 - 10:18 am | Marke B. |
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marke@sfbg.com

SUPER EGO "It's the post-Apocalyptic story of a cultlike group of women who are completely crazy and believe that by sacrificing 'Paulina' they can bring some order to the chaos in their lives," super-stylish designer (and renowned club sweetheart) Dexter L. Flawk tells me of his debut collection. "In reality, it's a Pan's Labyrinth version of my last relationship."Read more »

Zambaleta dances from day into night

03.10.10 - 11:37 am |
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Tamales and taquitos in the house.
An impromptu cajon drum circle.
Musicians from the Tradicion Peruana Cultural Center.
Zambaleta's main dance hall.
Tamores de Colombia perform.
Columbian Parranda.
The beat of the drums and beaded gourds.
Nine plus seven equals dance.
Blocura shows the crowd how to samba.
Blocura perform a final samba.

Story and photos by Elise-Marie Brown

From the depths of the Mission District rose a 12-hour Carnaval event on Saturday. Hosted by Zambaleta, a new world music and dance school, it brought infectious dancing, live samba music, drinks and traditional Latin American cuisine. Read more »