It is a roleplaying term meaning "Out of Character." It essentially means, in this context, that while the Society is proud to perform on stage and online, sometimes people want straight answers as to whose running things and how they work. We as actors and writers are happy to oblige.

White Elephant is both a LARP (live-action roleplaying game) where the cast have distinct characterizations and a stage show. Depending on where you see us, you may catch us before and after shows in various stages of character. It's sorta like a Renaissance Faire.

Anything not marked as "OOC" can be assumed to be mainly in-character (as in, we are extending our performance online to explain ourselves as we would on stage). It will tend to be more vivid and colorful.

Anything marked OOC is written by the writers in the real world... however grayscale that may be.

It is a roleplaying term meaning "Out of Character." It essentially means, in this context, that while the Society is proud to perform on stage and online, sometimes people want straight answers as to whose running things and how they work. We as actors and writers are happy to oblige.

White Elephant is both a LARP (live-action roleplaying game) where the cast have distinct characterizations and a stage show. Depending on where you see us, you may catch us before and after shows in various stages of character. It's sorta like a Renaissance Faire.

Anything not marked as "OOC" can be assumed to be mainly in-character (as in, we are extending our performance online to explain ourselves as we would on stage). It will tend to be more vivid and colorful.

Anything marked OOC is written by the writers in the real world... however grayscale that may be.

I will allow Wikipedia.org to explain "White Elephant" for us:

"A white elephant is a supposedly valuable possession whose upkeep exceeds its usefulness, and it is therefore a liability [...] Because the animals were considered sacred, laws protected them from labor, therefore receiving a 'gift' of a white elephant from a monarch was both a blessing and a curse; a blessing because of the animal’s sacred nature and a curse because the animal could be put to no practical use."

Essentially it boils down to the idea that white elephants are precious, sacred creatures that are therefore not appropriate beasts of burden. To maintain the upkeep on an animal that cannot make up for it's expense is a fine analogy for us as the project is a time consuming, somewhat expensive labor of love. You can read a bit more about how that applies to us in our History page.

We came across the name while researching appropriate names. It was no more exciting that a fortuitous Google and Dictionary.com search after another that led us to the final product.

As for the "Burlesque" part... we strip. But we do it with panache and spirit. Simply removing clothes to music is not an art. But when you add social commentary, expression, emotional, meaning, humor, and a rhythmically undulating pelvis...wonderful and subversive things can happen.

The "Society" part comes in because we can't do it alone. We are a whole collective of artistic freaks and glad to be so.

It is a roleplaying term meaning "Out of Character." It essentially means, in this context, that while the Society is proud to perform on stage and online, sometimes people want straight answers as to whose running things and how they work. We as actors and writers are happy to oblige.

White Elephant is both a LARP (live-action roleplaying game) where the cast have distinct characterizations and a stage show. Depending on where you see us, you may catch us before and after shows in various stages of character. It's sorta like a Renaissance Faire.

Anything not marked as "OOC" can be assumed to be mainly in-character (as in, we are extending our performance online to explain ourselves as we would on stage). It will tend to be more vivid and colorful.

Anything marked OOC is written by the writers in the real world... however grayscale that may be.

I will allow Wikipedia.org to explain "White Elephant" for us:

"A white elephant is a supposedly valuable possession whose upkeep exceeds its usefulness, and it is therefore a liability [...] Because the animals were considered sacred, laws protected them from labor, therefore receiving a 'gift' of a white elephant from a monarch was both a blessing and a curse; a blessing because of the animal’s sacred nature and a curse because the animal could be put to no practical use."

Essentially it boils down to the idea that white elephants are precious, sacred creatures that are therefore not appropriate beasts of burden. To maintain the upkeep on an animal that cannot make up for it's expense is a fine analogy for us as the project is a time consuming, somewhat expensive labor of love. You can read a bit more about how that applies to us in our History page.

We came across the name while researching appropriate names. It was no more exciting that a fortuitous Google and Dictionary.com search after another that led us to the final product.

As for the "Burlesque" part... we strip. But we do it with panache and spirit. Simply removing clothes to music is not an art. But when you add social commentary, expression, emotional, meaning, humor, and a rhythmically undulating pelvis...wonderful and subversive things can happen.

The "Society" part comes in because we can't do it alone. We are a whole collective of artistic freaks and glad to be so.

We are only too happy to perform! It's what we do! Terms are negotiable. We're very flexible (we have pictures to prove it) and love to work with people to create a customized performances. We require at least 2 months notice to adequately prepare for exclusively designed shows. If you'd like us to reprise any particular show or numbers we've done in times past, we ask that you give us as much lead time as possible, or at least 1 month.

But as in all things, we are flexible and seek all opportunities to spread the artistic love. We'll do all we can, within reason, to work with you. To inquire directly about reserving the Society for your next event, go to our Prospects page and fill out the pertinent information.

It is a roleplaying term meaning "Out of Character." It essentially means, in this context, that while the Society is proud to perform on stage and online, sometimes people want straight answers as to whose running things and how they work. We as actors and writers are happy to oblige.

White Elephant is both a LARP (live-action roleplaying game) where the cast have distinct characterizations and a stage show. Depending on where you see us, you may catch us before and after shows in various stages of character. It's sorta like a Renaissance Faire.

Anything not marked as "OOC" can be assumed to be mainly in-character (as in, we are extending our performance online to explain ourselves as we would on stage). It will tend to be more vivid and colorful.

Anything marked OOC is written by the writers in the real world... however grayscale that may be.

I will allow Wikipedia.org to explain "White Elephant" for us:

"A white elephant is a supposedly valuable possession whose upkeep exceeds its usefulness, and it is therefore a liability [...] Because the animals were considered sacred, laws protected them from labor, therefore receiving a 'gift' of a white elephant from a monarch was both a blessing and a curse; a blessing because of the animal’s sacred nature and a curse because the animal could be put to no practical use."

Essentially it boils down to the idea that white elephants are precious, sacred creatures that are therefore not appropriate beasts of burden. To maintain the upkeep on an animal that cannot make up for it's expense is a fine analogy for us as the project is a time consuming, somewhat expensive labor of love. You can read a bit more about how that applies to us in our History page.

We came across the name while researching appropriate names. It was no more exciting that a fortuitous Google and Dictionary.com search after another that led us to the final product.

As for the "Burlesque" part... we strip. But we do it with panache and spirit. Simply removing clothes to music is not an art. But when you add social commentary, expression, emotional, meaning, humor, and a rhythmically undulating pelvis...wonderful and subversive things can happen.

The "Society" part comes in because we can't do it alone. We are a whole collective of artistic freaks and glad to be so.

We are only too happy to perform! It's what we do! Terms are negotiable. We're very flexible (we have pictures to prove it) and love to work with people to create a customized performances. We require at least 2 months notice to adequately prepare for exclusively designed shows. If you'd like us to reprise any particular show or numbers we've done in times past, we ask that you give us as much lead time as possible, or at least 1 month.

But as in all things, we are flexible and seek all opportunities to spread the artistic love. We'll do all we can, within reason, to work with you. To inquire directly about reserving the Society for your next event, go to our Prospects page and fill out the pertinent information.

Of course! We would be thrilled if you asked for any one of us or our acts by name. Even if you don't know the name, a vague description that passes for knowledge of what we've performed in the past will most certainly tickle us to no end.

However, please keep in mind that we are dealing with a large bunch of free-spirited performers and as such, they tend to have many commitments... and be prone to wandering to foreign countries in between shows.

Bottom line: ask away. We'll do our best to track down everyone you'd like to work with, but we can't guarantee it. If a certain performer/act/character is not available, we will put forth great effort to present to you an alternative, yet similar, fit.

It is a roleplaying term meaning "Out of Character." It essentially means, in this context, that while the Society is proud to perform on stage and online, sometimes people want straight answers as to whose running things and how they work. We as actors and writers are happy to oblige.

White Elephant is both a LARP (live-action roleplaying game) where the cast have distinct characterizations and a stage show. Depending on where you see us, you may catch us before and after shows in various stages of character. It's sorta like a Renaissance Faire.

Anything not marked as "OOC" can be assumed to be mainly in-character (as in, we are extending our performance online to explain ourselves as we would on stage). It will tend to be more vivid and colorful.

Anything marked OOC is written by the writers in the real world... however grayscale that may be.

I will allow Wikipedia.org to explain "White Elephant" for us:

"A white elephant is a supposedly valuable possession whose upkeep exceeds its usefulness, and it is therefore a liability [...] Because the animals were considered sacred, laws protected them from labor, therefore receiving a 'gift' of a white elephant from a monarch was both a blessing and a curse; a blessing because of the animal’s sacred nature and a curse because the animal could be put to no practical use."

Essentially it boils down to the idea that white elephants are precious, sacred creatures that are therefore not appropriate beasts of burden. To maintain the upkeep on an animal that cannot make up for it's expense is a fine analogy for us as the project is a time consuming, somewhat expensive labor of love. You can read a bit more about how that applies to us in our History page.

We came across the name while researching appropriate names. It was no more exciting that a fortuitous Google and Dictionary.com search after another that led us to the final product.

As for the "Burlesque" part... we strip. But we do it with panache and spirit. Simply removing clothes to music is not an art. But when you add social commentary, expression, emotional, meaning, humor, and a rhythmically undulating pelvis...wonderful and subversive things can happen.

The "Society" part comes in because we can't do it alone. We are a whole collective of artistic freaks and glad to be so.

We are only too happy to perform! It's what we do! Terms are negotiable. We're very flexible (we have pictures to prove it) and love to work with people to create a customized performances. We require at least 2 months notice to adequately prepare for exclusively designed shows. If you'd like us to reprise any particular show or numbers we've done in times past, we ask that you give us as much lead time as possible, or at least 1 month.

But as in all things, we are flexible and seek all opportunities to spread the artistic love. We'll do all we can, within reason, to work with you. To inquire directly about reserving the Society for your next event, go to our Prospects page and fill out the pertinent information.

Of course! We would be thrilled if you asked for any one of us or our acts by name. Even if you don't know the name, a vague description that passes for knowledge of what we've performed in the past will most certainly tickle us to no end.

However, please keep in mind that we are dealing with a large bunch of free-spirited performers and as such, they tend to have many commitments... and be prone to wandering to foreign countries in between shows.

Bottom line: ask away. We'll do our best to track down everyone you'd like to work with, but we can't guarantee it. If a certain performer/act/character is not available, we will put forth great effort to present to you an alternative, yet similar, fit.

I am so glad you asked! Check out our Gatherings page to see our schedule of performances.

It is a roleplaying term meaning "Out of Character." It essentially means, in this context, that while the Society is proud to perform on stage and online, sometimes people want straight answers as to whose running things and how they work. We as actors and writers are happy to oblige.

White Elephant is both a LARP (live-action roleplaying game) where the cast have distinct characterizations and a stage show. Depending on where you see us, you may catch us before and after shows in various stages of character. It's sorta like a Renaissance Faire.

Anything not marked as "OOC" can be assumed to be mainly in-character (as in, we are extending our performance online to explain ourselves as we would on stage). It will tend to be more vivid and colorful.

Anything marked OOC is written by the writers in the real world... however grayscale that may be.

I will allow Wikipedia.org to explain "White Elephant" for us:

"A white elephant is a supposedly valuable possession whose upkeep exceeds its usefulness, and it is therefore a liability [...] Because the animals were considered sacred, laws protected them from labor, therefore receiving a 'gift' of a white elephant from a monarch was both a blessing and a curse; a blessing because of the animal’s sacred nature and a curse because the animal could be put to no practical use."

Essentially it boils down to the idea that white elephants are precious, sacred creatures that are therefore not appropriate beasts of burden. To maintain the upkeep on an animal that cannot make up for it's expense is a fine analogy for us as the project is a time consuming, somewhat expensive labor of love. You can read a bit more about how that applies to us in our History page.

We came across the name while researching appropriate names. It was no more exciting that a fortuitous Google and Dictionary.com search after another that led us to the final product.

As for the "Burlesque" part... we strip. But we do it with panache and spirit. Simply removing clothes to music is not an art. But when you add social commentary, expression, emotional, meaning, humor, and a rhythmically undulating pelvis...wonderful and subversive things can happen.

The "Society" part comes in because we can't do it alone. We are a whole collective of artistic freaks and glad to be so.

We are only too happy to perform! It's what we do! Terms are negotiable. We're very flexible (we have pictures to prove it) and love to work with people to create a customized performances. We require at least 2 months notice to adequately prepare for exclusively designed shows. If you'd like us to reprise any particular show or numbers we've done in times past, we ask that you give us as much lead time as possible, or at least 1 month.

But as in all things, we are flexible and seek all opportunities to spread the artistic love. We'll do all we can, within reason, to work with you. To inquire directly about reserving the Society for your next event, go to our Prospects page and fill out the pertinent information.

Of course! We would be thrilled if you asked for any one of us or our acts by name. Even if you don't know the name, a vague description that passes for knowledge of what we've performed in the past will most certainly tickle us to no end.

However, please keep in mind that we are dealing with a large bunch of free-spirited performers and as such, they tend to have many commitments... and be prone to wandering to foreign countries in between shows.

Bottom line: ask away. We'll do our best to track down everyone you'd like to work with, but we can't guarantee it. If a certain performer/act/character is not available, we will put forth great effort to present to you an alternative, yet similar, fit.

I am so glad you asked! Check out our Gatherings page to see our schedule of performances.

Yes! We are currently working on our application form, so for the time being, you can address us on our Contact page. We'll need a name, past experience, where you are located, and what you're interested in.

WEBS is not a profitable organization; if you are looking to make money off your moneymaker, I'm afraid you should look somewhere else.

It is a roleplaying term meaning "Out of Character." It essentially means, in this context, that while the Society is proud to perform on stage and online, sometimes people want straight answers as to whose running things and how they work. We as actors and writers are happy to oblige.

White Elephant is both a LARP (live-action roleplaying game) where the cast have distinct characterizations and a stage show. Depending on where you see us, you may catch us before and after shows in various stages of character. It's sorta like a Renaissance Faire.

Anything not marked as "OOC" can be assumed to be mainly in-character (as in, we are extending our performance online to explain ourselves as we would on stage). It will tend to be more vivid and colorful.

Anything marked OOC is written by the writers in the real world... however grayscale that may be.

I will allow Wikipedia.org to explain "White Elephant" for us:

"A white elephant is a supposedly valuable possession whose upkeep exceeds its usefulness, and it is therefore a liability [...] Because the animals were considered sacred, laws protected them from labor, therefore receiving a 'gift' of a white elephant from a monarch was both a blessing and a curse; a blessing because of the animal’s sacred nature and a curse because the animal could be put to no practical use."

Essentially it boils down to the idea that white elephants are precious, sacred creatures that are therefore not appropriate beasts of burden. To maintain the upkeep on an animal that cannot make up for it's expense is a fine analogy for us as the project is a time consuming, somewhat expensive labor of love. You can read a bit more about how that applies to us in our History page.

We came across the name while researching appropriate names. It was no more exciting that a fortuitous Google and Dictionary.com search after another that led us to the final product.

As for the "Burlesque" part... we strip. But we do it with panache and spirit. Simply removing clothes to music is not an art. But when you add social commentary, expression, emotional, meaning, humor, and a rhythmically undulating pelvis...wonderful and subversive things can happen.

The "Society" part comes in because we can't do it alone. We are a whole collective of artistic freaks and glad to be so.

We are only too happy to perform! It's what we do! Terms are negotiable. We're very flexible (we have pictures to prove it) and love to work with people to create a customized performances. We require at least 2 months notice to adequately prepare for exclusively designed shows. If you'd like us to reprise any particular show or numbers we've done in times past, we ask that you give us as much lead time as possible, or at least 1 month.

But as in all things, we are flexible and seek all opportunities to spread the artistic love. We'll do all we can, within reason, to work with you. To inquire directly about reserving the Society for your next event, go to our Prospects page and fill out the pertinent information.

Of course! We would be thrilled if you asked for any one of us or our acts by name. Even if you don't know the name, a vague description that passes for knowledge of what we've performed in the past will most certainly tickle us to no end.

However, please keep in mind that we are dealing with a large bunch of free-spirited performers and as such, they tend to have many commitments... and be prone to wandering to foreign countries in between shows.

Bottom line: ask away. We'll do our best to track down everyone you'd like to work with, but we can't guarantee it. If a certain performer/act/character is not available, we will put forth great effort to present to you an alternative, yet similar, fit.

I am so glad you asked! Check out our Gatherings page to see our schedule of performances.

Yes! We are currently working on our application form, so for the time being, you can address us on our Contact page. We'll need a name, past experience, where you are located, and what you're interested in.

WEBS is not a profitable organization; if you are looking to make money off your moneymaker, I'm afraid you should look somewhere else.

You can find out all the songs that we perform on the Repertoire page. Click by show.

When we've gathered up enough material we may just make a master list, but for now, you should be able to find what you need there. If not, shoot us an e-mail.

It is a roleplaying term meaning "Out of Character." It essentially means, in this context, that while the Society is proud to perform on stage and online, sometimes people want straight answers as to whose running things and how they work. We as actors and writers are happy to oblige.

White Elephant is both a LARP (live-action roleplaying game) where the cast have distinct characterizations and a stage show. Depending on where you see us, you may catch us before and after shows in various stages of character. It's sorta like a Renaissance Faire.

Anything not marked as "OOC" can be assumed to be mainly in-character (as in, we are extending our performance online to explain ourselves as we would on stage). It will tend to be more vivid and colorful.

Anything marked OOC is written by the writers in the real world... however grayscale that may be.

I will allow Wikipedia.org to explain "White Elephant" for us:

"A white elephant is a supposedly valuable possession whose upkeep exceeds its usefulness, and it is therefore a liability [...] Because the animals were considered sacred, laws protected them from labor, therefore receiving a 'gift' of a white elephant from a monarch was both a blessing and a curse; a blessing because of the animal’s sacred nature and a curse because the animal could be put to no practical use."

Essentially it boils down to the idea that white elephants are precious, sacred creatures that are therefore not appropriate beasts of burden. To maintain the upkeep on an animal that cannot make up for it's expense is a fine analogy for us as the project is a time consuming, somewhat expensive labor of love. You can read a bit more about how that applies to us in our History page.

We came across the name while researching appropriate names. It was no more exciting that a fortuitous Google and Dictionary.com search after another that led us to the final product.

As for the "Burlesque" part... we strip. But we do it with panache and spirit. Simply removing clothes to music is not an art. But when you add social commentary, expression, emotional, meaning, humor, and a rhythmically undulating pelvis...wonderful and subversive things can happen.

The "Society" part comes in because we can't do it alone. We are a whole collective of artistic freaks and glad to be so.

We are only too happy to perform! It's what we do! Terms are negotiable. We're very flexible (we have pictures to prove it) and love to work with people to create a customized performances. We require at least 2 months notice to adequately prepare for exclusively designed shows. If you'd like us to reprise any particular show or numbers we've done in times past, we ask that you give us as much lead time as possible, or at least 1 month.

But as in all things, we are flexible and seek all opportunities to spread the artistic love. We'll do all we can, within reason, to work with you. To inquire directly about reserving the Society for your next event, go to our Prospects page and fill out the pertinent information.

Of course! We would be thrilled if you asked for any one of us or our acts by name. Even if you don't know the name, a vague description that passes for knowledge of what we've performed in the past will most certainly tickle us to no end.

However, please keep in mind that we are dealing with a large bunch of free-spirited performers and as such, they tend to have many commitments... and be prone to wandering to foreign countries in between shows.

Bottom line: ask away. We'll do our best to track down everyone you'd like to work with, but we can't guarantee it. If a certain performer/act/character is not available, we will put forth great effort to present to you an alternative, yet similar, fit.

I am so glad you asked! Check out our Gatherings page to see our schedule of performances.

Yes! We are currently working on our application form, so for the time being, you can address us on our Contact page. We'll need a name, past experience, where you are located, and what you're interested in.

WEBS is not a profitable organization; if you are looking to make money off your moneymaker, I'm afraid you should look somewhere else.

You can find out all the songs that we perform on the Repertoire page. Click by show.

When we've gathered up enough material we may just make a master list, but for now, you should be able to find what you need there. If not, shoot us an e-mail.

They're coming. Patience is a virtue, dearheart. What do you want to know? You can ask us directly on the Prospects page. If you ask a question that's been frequently asked by others, you might just see it (and, of course, the answer) listed here soon! Amazing!

As always, we try very hard to respond in a timely manner to any and all questions, but please remember we're only human and have pesky things like jobs outside of our Burlesquing. Give us a day or two to get back to you and you will earn our eternal gratitude.