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Company XIV is a Brooklyn-based performing arts troupe founded by the director and choreographer Austin McCormick. The ensemble is recognized for its elaborate, neo-baroque productions that fuse a variety of performance disciplines, including classical ballet, contemporary dance, opera, circus arts, and burlesque. Their theatrical shows cater to adult audiences and are regularly staged at their dedicated venue in New York City.
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What actually happens during a Company XIV performance?
Company XIV combines burlesque with ballet, circus, opera, cabaret, and elaborate Baroque-inspired costumes. Productions such as Nutcracker Rouge turn familiar stories into adult theatrical spectacles rather than conventional strip shows.
Where does Company XIV perform in Brooklyn?
Its main home is Théâtre XIV at 383 Troutman Street in Bushwick. The gilded, 164-seat venue includes a speakeasy-style bar and is designed as part of the immersive experience.
Who created Company XIV and its neo-baroque style?
Juilliard-trained choreographer Austin McCormick founded Company XIV in 2006. His productions draw on the court of Louis XIV while mixing classical dance with modern burlesque and nightlife.
Is Company XIV suitable for guests under 21?
Théâtre XIV is a 21-and-over establishment, and guests must show identification to enter. That restriction reflects both the explicit burlesque content and the venue's cocktail service.
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