Shien Lee is the creator of one of the newest and most fascinating clubs in the city of Brooklyn, NY. She states that her concept for the “Dances of Vice” originated from her own personal preference of the music of the 20’s and 30’s, as well as the clothing and costuming, the jewelry, the furniture , the art and the history of the period. She just wanted to create a night wherein others who shared her taste could enjoy themselves, get dressed up and be decadent. She had been collecting the fancy articles of clothing for some time, and wanted to dress up, and be in a club that wasn’t filled with the modern trends and the pounding music, but a cabaret night club with classical style and a sense of the history and excitement. She named the event after a German film, “Tanze Des Lasters”, and is dedicated to providing a venue for artists to celebrate and recreate the music, the rebellion and the music of that time era. And while all the parties are set in the 20’s and 30’s there are different themes, from movies, to Vintage Chinese Styles toGangster nights.

Word of this event began to spread around the world. Lee began to receive emails from those across the United States, as well as from London, Canada, and Australia . She decided to create an event, a large festival once a year, in order to make it worth if for those interested in attending who were willing to travel great distances. Soon, the February Festival of the Dances of Vice had begun. In 2007, international flappers and gangsters made their way to the city of Brooklyn and filled the NY hotels. These events were transitory for a short time, and she stated that it was a lot to consider regarding the spaces, the venue fees and permits. But they now have a permanent home at the Montauk Club, and along with the once a year festivals of music and cabaret shows, weekly events take place throughout the year on a regular basis. The next big event happens in May, a three day festival celebrating the Rococo style of art, the Victorian Age, and the Jazz Age.

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