[singlepic id=26 w=320 h=240 float=left]This past Saturday, March 20th, the Speakeasy team had the pleasure of strolling down a bustling Westminster Street! We started our evening at Queen of Hearts who were celebrating their grand opening in their new location. A DJ set the mood while shoppers sipped wine and nibbled on cheese and crackers. Queen of Hearts have expanded their selection of quirky, locally made goods and have lots to offer for those who appreciate unique, vintage inspired items.

Next stop was Heir + Calico, a collaborative boutique specializing in antique oddities and modern vintage clothing. We were surrounded by snazzy decor and even snazzier people, while the DJ spun early 90s rap that brought us right back to our younger years. We won’t date ourselves by telling you when those were. Regardless, it was a festive time in a fabulously unique setting. If you need a sharp looking hat, a vintage anatomical diagram, or the perfect dress to wear on your picnic, you can find all of it at Heir + Calico.

[singlepic id=25 w=320 h=240 float=right]Continuing down Westminster led us to AS220 on Empire Street for the Providence installment of the Jerkus Circus. Those of you who braved the monsoon to attend BAWDY BROADS surely remember the saucy blond Niki Luparelli – well she and her partner in crime Laney host the show, which is a neo-vaudeville comedy adventure. We were sickly serenaded by “Titler” (who looks exactly how the name suggests), shocked by the naked comedian, floored by the Human Floor – who also served as Human Dartboard, and reveled in the sexual inappropriateness of “86 years young” comedian Mary Dolan. Walter Sickert and the Army of Broken Toys roused the rabble to end a show that was so wrong it’s right.

The night concluded with a classic late night outing for deep dish pizza at Cecilia’s on Federal Hill. It was an evening that reminded us why we love Providence, and in particular why we are so excited to be part of the artistic resurgence on Westminster Street.

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