Today we feature The Crack Fox, a downtown venue that showcases some of the hottest talent in town!
What is The Crack Fox?
Crack Fox is an alternative bar catering to the sub-culture in STL. We encourage self expression and are open minded to all walks of life. The name originates with the character Crack Fox from the Mighty Boosh, a comedy show on the BBC. Most well known for the Old Greg skits shown on Adult Swim.
Who is associated with The Crack Fox?
Co-owner/manager Carrie Harris.
Co-owner/model Nicole Coglianese
Staff
Phil Lockett of metal band Tony Danza Tap Dancing Extravaganza
Kristelle & Joe Hedgepath
Devon Baker (sound)
Mainsheet Meric (resident pirate)
Bear
Local celebrities / talent :
Al Swacker
Rockabilly Boy
Joel Lovin (DJ Skeletal)
Gabriel “Skuzzy” Zohlman
Bad Panda
Greta Garter
Mimi Le Yu
Gabe Skuzzy Zohlman
Allura Fette
Brad Fastcode (DJ)
Chrome 242 (DJ)
Forensic (DJ)
Josh Jennewein (DJ)
Teya King
Hulee Heck
and many more!
What kind of venue is it?
Crack Fox is an entertainment venue, bar and art gallery. We focus on local musical acts and up-and-coming touring acts. The music varies from rockabilly, alt country, punk, goth/industrial, shoegaze, queercore, drum ‘n bass and more. Performance art ranges from burlesque, bellydance, fire dancers, comedy, aerial, drag and fetish. We also showcase local artists.
What kind of events do you host?
It is never dull at Crack Fox. SUBVERSION is a monthly themed event with off the wall comedy and performance art.
BOYPOISON is the newest addition featuring RiotGrrrl/QueerCore/Dance Party (Boys allowed)
Grab Bag Burlesque is hosted my Mimi Le Yu and features up and coming burlesque acts in town.
Comedy on Crack hosted by Stephen Heffernan with local comedians
Love Hz, presented by Brad Fastcode is our monthly Drum n Bass event with rotating DJs
Sticky & Sweet :: Sexy Ice Cream Social kicks off in March. Joe Klown will host this event where we show classic porno flix and serve ice cream from local shop I Scream Cakes. A complimentary bowl of ice cream comes with a donation at the door, that will go to a local reproductive health facility.
Rapture is our weekly goth/ebm event on Mondays
Karaoke is every Tuesday with radio host Al Swacker and his right hand man Rockabilly Boy.
Do you allow smoking?
Yes.
How often is something going on?
We are open 6 nights a week. Mondays and Saturdays we open at 8pm and Tuesday thru Friday we open at 4pm for Happy Hour.
What is the space like?
Crack Fox is a shotgun bar, with lofty ceilings and a midsize stage towards the front. We have a large bar with plenty of bar stools for individuals to cozy up to the bar and chat with the bartender or a new friend, plenty of benches and tables for groups.
Video games, ping pong, dart boards and board games are available for patrons to enjoy. We support local arts and rotate collections. We are also lucky enough to have artists donate signature pieces to remain for permanent residency. Currently we are finishing the second floor where we will have an art gallery, dance studio and space for artists and bands to sell merchandise. That area will be non-smoking.
What is Conspiracy?
CONSPIRACY is one of the staple events which was created by owner Carrie Harris before the inception of Crack Fox. Celebrating 3 years in March, it is the premier goth/industrial/fetish night in town. Featuring some of the best djs in the ebm/industrial scene as well as a mixture of rockabilly and metal involved when the BDSM room is open for play.
What makes The Crack Fox sex-positive?
We are sex-positive because, first and foremost, we are very open-minded. The staff is incredibly diverse and we really pride ourselves on making people feel like they found a home. Our events are also friendly to all individuals and their preferences. We accept people for who they are and encourage creative self-expression.
What sort of fetishes might you see at your place?
Flogging, rope bondage, suspension, fire, body flaming, cross dressing,
What is the dress code?
Anything goes, but to be specific: certain events encourage costumes, fetish, gothic, cyberpunk, rockabilly, raver, steampunk, casual, dressy. How ever one feels comfortable.
What is one of the most successful events you’ve ever had?
It is very hard to pin point because there have been so many great events with a huge variety. CONSPIRACY Steampunk Social, Subversion, Sinner Magazine 2 year Anniversary Party, Voltaire with This Way to the Egress, Show Me Burlesque, Seven Shot Screamers with Jason and the Punknecks, just to name a few.
Anything exciting coming up/future plans?
Besides the 2nd floor, we recently became a 3am bar. We have some excellent shows coming up in the spring and summer and are always making improvements to the venue. Currently we are anticipating the return of Super Funtime Happy Burlesque, This Way to the Egress, Human After Taste, Unwoman, “A Night at the Red Room” a David Lynch themed event, the Annual Rock Out for MS, and much much more.
Don’t miss our Ice Cream Porn Social March 29! We’ll be watching The Devil in Miss Jones and serving ice cream compliments of I Scream Cakes!