ms. YET: Fire Bellydancer

You can expect an on time, professional performance with over 10 years of experience in entertainment and fire safety.

Performer will arrive in a costume which fits the theme of your event.
We can accommodate any theme/costume requests.
5-15 min featured sets and/or ambient and roaming performances are available.
Rate includes a fire safety technician and fire safety equipment.
Rates are negotiable to fit your entertainment needs.
Performer carries liability insurance via Specialty Insurance Agency.
Additional performers are available upon request.

Y. E. Torres (ms. YET) is a performance artist and specialty entertainer, specializing in flow arts, bellydance and fire manipulation. She holds dual BFAs in Drawing & Painting and Fashion Design from the University of North Texas and multiple dance and yoga-based certifications. Torres is an arts educator, movement instructor, and Public Programs and CAMHLAB Manager at Contemporary Art Museum Houston. She has been named one of Houston's Top 100 Creatives by the Houston Press (2011), inaugurated into the Houston Music and Arts Hall of Fame (2016), and awarded 2nd place for Best of Sideshow Arts at the ABurlQ! Burlesque & Sideshow Spectacular (2019). Torres is also a Flame Effects Operator, licensed by the state of Texas, and an appointed Principal on the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Special Effects (SPE-AAA) Committee.

We require the following to have a safe and effective performance:
• A clear, level and barriered performance area. The performance area must be clear of all obstructions. Size of the performance area (stage) should be discussed with the performer to confirm area is large enough for your requested performance.
• A secure fueling area attached to the performance area and shielded from the crowd. If the fueling area and the performance area are not contiguous there must be a cleared walkway between the two.
• Set up time of one hour (minimum)
• If the crowd is expected to be large, boisterous, or include children, the client must provide crowd control personnel.
• Sound system. If requested, we can provide sound for small events. For large gatherings, we request sound system be provided by the client.