Cherish is a professional fusion belly dancer, certified Datura Style teacher, producer & co-creator of Half Moon Tribal Belly Dance Troupe. She is the founder of Cherish Belly Dance which produces The Bijou - Adult Variety Show (a bi-monthly show), Bijou BINGO held monthly, belly dance shows (Hipnotic), workshops & haflas. Cherish also has a B.S. in Music Education.
Description
The Bijou - Adult Variety Show: 8th Anniversary Show!
Celebrate an exhilarating evening at The Van Dyck in Schenectady, New York, as we mark the 8th anniversary of The Bijou - Adult Variety Show! This milestone event promises an unforgettable night of captivating burlesque & belly dance performances and electrifying variety acts that will ignite your senses.
The Bijou is renowned for its vibrant and variety performances, showcasing a diverse range of talents from various artists. Our 8th Anniversary Show is set to feature an extraordinary lineup that will leave you awestruck and craving for more.
Join us for an evening that shimmies, sparkles, and pops — a dazzling mix of sultry performances, captivating rhythm, and pure variety magic! Whether you're a long-time fan or a first-time attendee, this anniversary celebration promises to be an extraordinary event that you won't want to miss.
Fri. Dec. 5, 2025 - Doors Open at 7:30pm, Show starts promptly at 8:30pm
Pre-Purchased Online Ticket Price $20 (+fees) per person (or $25 per person at the Door)
**21 & Over**
Bring cash to purchase raffle tickets & tips are greatly appreciated!
Featuring:
Cherish & Meg - Where strength meets stillness, and every movement tells a story!
Emilia - A blossoming belly dance talent, ready to enchant and excite!
Ghula Mortisse & Chrissy Bunz - The dynamic, decadent, and delicious duo that makes up Diamond Throat Productions. Til death do them part!
Jasmira (Kitten) - Playful and fun she’ll fill your cup before she knocks it over!
Jordan - Sinuous, fierce, and utterly captivating!
Lady L - The Femme Fatale Femcee!
Merina Le'Pearl - She has come to shore and can’t wait to show you what’s in store! She shimmy’s she shakes and she will make you laugh for sure!
Sweetie & Zemi - Prepare to be spellbound as they ignite the stage with movement, energy, and artistry.
The Hot Flashes - Turning Up the Heat with Style, Sass, and a Whole Lot of Class!
The Lady Slipper - Pollinating minds with power, pleasure, and purpose!
Show Sponsors: New Scotland Spirits
New Scotland Spirits is a woman- and veteran-owned business that distills vodka and “Helderberg Whiskies” from grains grown on family farms throughout the Capital District. We’re “nostalgia in a bottle, a good time in a glass.”
https://www.newscotlandspirits.com/
BUG EYE Photography
BUG EYE Photography is owned and operated in Schenectady County by Eileen Harrigan-Quick. Eileen started her career snapping shots of Ms. Tina’s Tribal Belly dance Troupe. She spent years perfecting her belly dance photography and eventually set her sights on concert photography. She has photographed such bands as Beats Antique, Obituary, and The Shins. She also has collaborated with the eco friendly fashion company Citrus Leigh Designs.
BUG EYE Photography (bugeyephotos.com)
Parking: There is street parking all around the venue
2 Free Public Lots on both corners of Union St.
(The Van Dyck is located on the 2nd Floor Stella Bistro is not wheelchair accessible)
**Tickets are non-refundable unless show is cancelled by Cherish & non-transferable**
Our refund policy covers the product/service cost only and does not include any fees charged by PayPal or other payment processors. Any fees incurred during the original transaction, such as processing fees, will not be refunded. Customers are responsible for any fees associated with the refund process.
Date & Time
Fri, Dec 5, 2025 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Venue Details
The Van Dyck
237 Union StreetSchenectady, New York 12305
