IN HERE, LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL …
Dorian Dietrich is a tantalizing force both on stage and behind it, creating deliciously decadent experiences for audiences seeking more than glitz and glam.
Although they are a product of sunny California, their aesthetic is evocative of the smoky cabarets of Weimar-era Berlin: a playground in which anything goes, whether it be silly, smoldering, gender bending, or eccentric and enchanting. They are known for their captivating presence, as well as their sultry brand of singing striptease.
Dorian is a stunning ecdysiast who finds pleasure in savoring the slow burn. Whether they are portraying historical figures such as Jeanne d'Arc or Oscar Wilde, bringing the movies to life as the Maschinenmensch, or sauntering across the stage in an Erte-inspired robe, their larger-than-life performances transport audiences to the the seductive and indulgent Zwanziger Jahre.
As an emcee, this powerhouse talent translates to a homey sensuality, often producing off-the-cuff comments that leave audiences hanging on for more. Dorian’s first love is the voice, rooted in classical technique but raring for something more. Their performances of lieder, show tunes, and cabaret tunes are often haunting and brimming with raw emotion.
In 2019, they debuted Wunderkammer Kabarett, a series of variety shows highlighting the dark, peculiar, and bizarre side of live entertainment. Along with Joanna Animal and Cha Cha, Dorian helps curate Smoke & Mirrors Menagerie, a truly exquisite variety show experience featuring circus, aerials, and burlesque. In 2022, they introduced a new show, Silhouette — the only one of its kind in Redwood City, CA — at The Hub RWC.
A regular feature with San Francisco’s Hubba Hubba Revue and shows across the Bay Area, Dorian has sung and stripped their way across the United States and Europe. Past appearances include festivals and shows in Canada, the Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, and Panama, as well as Cleveland, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, Portland, Seattle, and Tucson.
Watching Dorian perform is a treat, as I never know what they will bring to the stage. A slow burn song and tease? A comically charismatic dance? An act steeped in nerd lore that I can’t get out of my head? They are enthralling to witness.
Singer Dorian Dietrich has a deep, buttery voice that holds strong even when nuanced with vulnerability.
- The Bay Bridged
Dorian is a wonderful community builder and event manager. I’m so glad the Bay Area has them working in our entertainment industry.
Dorian is located in Redwood City, CA, and is available for booking across the San Francisco Bay Area.
Travel inclined across the United States and internationally; travel greater than 100 miles and lodging to be covered by the client, or arranged in tandem as part of a tour.
Dorian is available for the following services:
burlesque entertainment
hosting/emcee
singing (cabaret/rock/jazz)
event production
stage management
burlesque workshops
mentorship
For booking, please reach out to hello (at) doriandietrich (dot) com. Please give 48 hours for a response.