David Bigcheeseplant Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 I get requests from layouts and traders wanting to attend Railex most weeks, athough I got this today, and the mind boggles, although there is a Steam connection but I really don,t think these models would be finescale enough for Railex! oh the request came fro New Zealand, I think we have enough belly at railway exibitions anyway! David Hello, I belong to a belly dance troupe that specializes in Steampunk form of dance. Steampunk is quite difficult to explain in few words, but there is quite a lot of information regarding the subject online. I found the listing for your event on Wotzon.com, and thought we may be able to partner up with you to create a truly memorable event. Please contact me to discuss how we could work together for an outstanding, and effective show! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Worsdell forever Posted October 11, 2010 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 11, 2010 The mind and indeed other parts boggle... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coombe Barton Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 I belong to a belly dance troupe that specializes in Steampunk form of dance. Steampunk is quite difficult to explain in few words, but there is quite a lot of information regarding the subject online. The only thing I could sensibly reply to that is "Thank you for sharing." Great one, David. Please keep them coming. Enlightens an evening at work waiting for someone to finish when by rights I should be at home. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
St. Simon Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 Hi, Go on David, say yes, you know you want you to! Simon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bertiedog Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 .....a truly memorable event.....errh .......yes! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest stuartp Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 Go for it. Spontaneously combusting beards and tweed will be hilarious ! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
298 Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 So it's a no then...? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Bigcheeseplant Posted October 11, 2010 Author Share Posted October 11, 2010 I have not replyed as yet, but it would set Railex out as a show that had something that other shows could not match. Now would they have there own space or dance down the gangways, or maybe we could pop them on the vintage bus or have a room that they could do a private show! David Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Oldddudders Posted October 11, 2010 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 11, 2010 I have not replyed as yet, but it would set Railex out as a show that had something that other shows could not match. Now would they have there own space or dance down the gangways, or maybe we could pop them on the vintage bus or have a room that they could do a private show! David Do I understand that exhibition managers cover exhibitors' expenses? If this lot are coming from NZ, there might be a bit of a bill.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Oldddudders Posted October 11, 2010 RMweb Gold Share Posted October 11, 2010 A quick Google produced this illuminating explanation of the term Steampunk "Steampunk Couture is the result of a beautiful marriage of Neo-Victorian wear and our post-apocalyptic future" Got that? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
54Strat Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 As a contemporary artist in the video game entertainment industry I do come across many steampunk references during my work, and personally find the style quite evocative. However, the Salama Punked Belly Dance Troupe from New Zealand ( ) don't really do anything for me,(or steampunk for that matter). However, I do think there's something worth exploring here in the context of other entertainment at exhibitions; Thomas the Tank face painting? Soap box challenge? Splat the Rat? Candy Froth? Hook a Duff? Ghost Train? Ahem, I'll get me glittered hip scarf.... Paul. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pennine MC Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 "Steampunk Couture is the result of a beautiful marriage of Neo-Victorian wear and our post-apocalyptic future" I knew that Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveBedding Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 ...However, the Salama Punked Belly Dance Troupe from New Zealand ( ) don't really do anything for me,(or steampunk for that matter). ... That just has to be seen to be believed http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gwni9BSVTVo ....give me face painting any day! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenix160 Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 We had Samba dancers at Dortmund show 5 years ago. All I can say is was most entertaining. Mind you the costumes basically consisted of three pocket hankerchiefs knotted together! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete_mcfarlane Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 I once stage managed a variety show at which a belly dance troupe were present. Almost all of them were over 50, all had bellies and one was the spitting image of Patrick Troughton. Truly horrific Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penlan Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 So, the Salama Punked Belly Dance Troupe from New Zealand, Ahm, now I may have missed something, but although there were some belly's, very few people in the hall, somebody hiding behind the door, a brief glimpse at 3.07mins of an interesting hat on somebody, that's not what I remember belly dancing being about - the belly's didn't dance to start with, maybe rolled around a little, but not dancing - and if that's 'The Scene' in NZ, I think I will stay in Cornwall. I would like to wonder what the band was like (there's a set of drums on stage) but if that's the floor show, forget it. Troupe? I've seen troops in full battle dress give a better performance Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Gwiwer Posted October 11, 2010 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 11, 2010 I am left to wonder if the request was made after use of an internet search engine which has generated results for "steam". I really cannot understand why else it may have been made and there is certainly no sane and intelligent response I can post! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xerces Fobe2 Posted October 11, 2010 Share Posted October 11, 2010 I'd book them for Railex next year Dave as it would be a first - By the way where is the steam! Forget expenses just give them a few packs of Anchor butter: Xerces Fobe Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozexpatriate Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 Based on the thread title "Strange exhibitor request" I was going to ask ... Was it: A strange request from an exhibitor? Or: A request from a strange exhibitor? Now having seen the thread, I now realize that it is indeed both! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr45144 Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 I suspect they want to talk to the Wellington Railex which will be attended by Taigatrommel, Will and my good self. Not the belly dancers though I hope. Kev Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy C Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 I will stick with the womens hockey and lacrosse teams using the Armitage Centre at Manchester thank you very much David. Far more entertaining and better eye candy:P Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium jamie92208 Posted October 12, 2010 RMweb Premium Share Posted October 12, 2010 Apart from the expenses I'm not really sure where I could put them at Wakefield. The only spaces slightly larger than the normal aisles are in front of the second hand stall and having seen the single mided determination of punters to get there I'm not sure how welcome they would be. The only other spot this year is by the end of the The Gresley Beat and I think that that area might be a bit crowded. Jamie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
black and decker boy Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 The lovely ladies certianly don't look P4 Finescale but know some members of the great unwashed that would worship their hobnail boots Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edwin_m Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 They'll probably complain if you leave the door open as well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edge Posted October 12, 2010 Share Posted October 12, 2010 A quick Google produced this illuminating explanation of the term Steampunk "Steampunk Couture is the result of a beautiful marriage of Neo-Victorian wear and our post-apocalyptic future" Got that? Yup, thats a good description allright. It's not all bad though; I'm actually building a small diorama/ shunting layout for the steampunk society at my university, and its really fun to try and figure out how the victorians would have built diesel and electric locomotives. I'm at a loss as to what belly dancing has to do with steampunk however... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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