Dirty Circus is the show that made House of Yes's reputation before the club nights did — a rotating variety bill of aerialists, burlesque performers, drag artists and circus acts working a stage that is rigged for people to fall from. It runs early enough to be an actual evening out rather than a 2am commitment, which makes it the rare Bushwick booking you can do and still get home. If you want to understand why people describe this venue as a circus rather than a club, start with the circus.
What to expect
A seated and standing cabaret setup around the main stage, with table reservations available and a standing area behind. Acts run in short sets with an emcee between them. The room turns over into the late dance programming once the show ends.
Good to know
- L to Jefferson Street; the venue is on Wyckoff Avenue
- 21 and over with ID
- Table reservations sell out well before standing admission
- Dress code applies even for the early show — House of Yes takes it seriously
- Photography on the floor is restricted; staff enforce consent rules
- It ends early enough to make a late train, unlike the club nights that follow
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Common questions
What kind of acts perform?
Aerial and circus performers, burlesque, drag and variety acts, hosted by an emcee between sets.
Is there a dress code?
Yes. House of Yes enforces a dress code even for the earlier variety shows.
Does the ticket include the club night afterward?
Not necessarily. The late dance programming is usually a separate ticket — check the listing.
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