Roll for seduction and prepare for a CRITICAL THRUST.

Critical Thrust is a one-night-only Blerdlesque experience where BLACK fandom, fantasy, and flirtation collide. Hosted at the Hive Collaborative in Saint Paul,MN this immersive Nerdlesque showcase celebrates Blerd joy through striptease, storytelling, and unapologetic sex appeal.

Expect dice-rolling drama, cosplay-inspired performances, and bold bodies taking center stage as our performers reimagine beloved tropes from gaming, sci-fi, comics, and anime—served with heat, humor, and heart.

Whether you’re a tabletop tactician, cosplay cutie, or just here for the vibes, this is your chance to witness charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent land a critical thrust straight to the senses.

Feel free Dress to impress (or to role-play).

No repeats, No rerolls, Just one night to hit that CRIT!
 18+ | Nerds encouraged | All bodies celebrated

Produced by Tré Da Marc, Artistic Director of Infringement Productions. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

Poster art by Musette -- the Quirky Host of the midwest annual @tasselsOff Burlesque Summer Camp 2026!

CAST ANNOUNCEMENTS COMING SOON.

Door: 6pm
Show: 7pm

Tickets: $15 presale; $20 door.

TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE: Critical Thrust: One Night of Blerdlesque