- December 10, 2024
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Beelesque Dance Co. is presenting a burlesque show about local rumrunning legend Bill McCoy next weekend at the Anderson-Price Memorial Building in Ormond Beach.
According to a press release, the show, titled "Bootlegger's Burlesque," dives into the adventures of Capt. McCoy during the Prohibition era. The production chronicles his evolution from boat builder on the banks of the Halifax River to American folk hero. The show is a hybrid of storytelling and burlesque. Tickets are still available for Friday, Dec. 13, at 9 p.m.
"Many people in this area have never even heard of Bill McCoy," said Greg Adkins, founder of Beelesque Dance Co. "After having read about his incredible exploits about a year ago, I knew I wanted to get his story out to a wider audience."
Adkins, of Ormond Beach, wrote and produced the show, which he said will be an immersive experience. Each audience member will receive three Prohibition-era cocktails throughout the show as part of their entrance ticket. Attendees must be 21 and up.
"The show tells McCoy's tale through storytelling, historic photos, music and burlesque," Adkins said. "If you're a fan of burlesque, of cocktails and of history, especially local history, you have every reason to join us."
The Anderson-Price Memorial Building is located at 42 N. Beach St. in Ormond Beach. Tickets are available at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bootleggers-burlesque-tickets-1004103178637.
