Company XIV Announces Inaugural "Royal Rush Line," Offers $14 Same-Day Tickets to "Queen of Hearts"
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Company XIV Debuts $14 Royal Rush Line
Fridays in October at Queen of Hearts
Brooklyn's acclaimed baroque burlesque troupe creates most
affordable ticket ever before hit show must close Halloween
HIGHLIGHTS
➤ $14 Rush Tickets
➤ Prizes for “Best Dressed” and “Best Mug”
➤ Fridays in October including Halloween (3, 10, 17, 24, 31)
➤ Queen of Hearts must close November 1, 2025
BROOKLYN, NY (September 29, 2025) — Company XIV announces the launch of its inaugural "Royal Rush Line," offering $14 same-day tickets to Queen of Hearts during the show's final month. The program runs every Friday in October (3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, and 31st) at Théâtre XIV in Bushwick, culminating with a Halloween finale. The critically acclaimed production must close November 1st.
The Royal Rush Line forms each Friday in front of Théâtre XIV, allowing participants to purchase $14 same-day tickets (regularly $79+) on a first-come, first-served basis. Patrons are encouraged to arrive early and must secure their position in line by 7PM. Rush tickets will be sold at 7PM in order of arrival while supplies last.
Rush Line participants additionally have the chance to win nightly prizes. The best-dressed member of the Rush Line wins a Champagne Couch for Two, while the Line’s "Best Mug" (best makeup look) receives two complimentary tickets. Guest judges for the costume contest include Olivia Lux (RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 13, All Stars Season 10), Christopher Paul (Project Runway Season 10), LEXXE (pop starlet, songwriter, original Alice), Coleen Darnell (The Vintage Egyptologist), and Austin McCormick (Artistic Director, Company XIV).
"Young creative people are an integral part of the Company XIV experience," said McCormick, "we're piloting the Royal Rush Line to help ensure they don't miss out on a show just because they can't afford it. Everyone should be able to see Queen of Hearts before it closes on Halloween."
The program specifically invites Brooklyn's diverse creative community, from drag queens and club kids to cosplay enthusiasts and black-tie fashionistas. McCormick noted the natural synergy: "Patrons are always turning looks at our shows. It's nice to have an excuse to shower them with praise."
Company XIV’s ravishing ode to Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll has garnered critical acclaim and a devoted following since its 2019 premiere at Théâtre XIV. Queen of Hearts is “AN ASSAULT ON THE SENSES IN THE MOST DELICIOUS, SEXY WAY,” raves Forbes, and “FEELS LIKE MOULIN ROUGE! FOR ACTUAL BOHEMIANS,” declares Time Out. Fall down a rabbit hole of sensual wonders and surreal delights in a decadent dreamworld laced with a mesmerizing blend of stunning circus, shining chanteuses, brilliant burlesque, classical dance, and lavish design. Follow blossoming Alice through the “CAPTIVATING WORLD OF EROTIC IMAGINATION” (BroadwayWorld) on a baroque burlesque journey so enrapturing she nearly loses her head. The production must take a final bow Halloween weekend to make way for the return of Nutcracker Rouge.
Rush tickets are available first-come, first-served to registered participants who must be physically present in line by 7PM. Each person may purchase up to two $14 tickets, subject to availability. Learn more at companyxiv.com/rush.
$14 ROYAL RUSH LINE DETAILS
When: Fridays in October including Halloween (3, 10, 17, 24, 31)
Where: Théâtre XIV, 383 Troutman St, Brooklyn
Registration: companyxiv.com/rush
Line opens: 6PM / Closes: 7PM sharp
Age requirement: 21+
ABOUT QUEEN OF HEARTS
Company XIV Presents
Queen of Hearts
The Baroque Burlesque Adventure in Wonderland
Weekly performances Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm, Sundays at 6pm. Tickets range from $39 for standing room to $599 for a plush Champagne Couch for Two People. RSVP at companyxiv.com. Closing night: November 1, 2025.
The cast includes Halle Moné (Alice), Lindsay Rose (Queen of Hearts), Pepper Solana (White Rabbit), Syrena (Caterpillar), Adam Tabellija (Tweedledee) and Nate Morgan (Tweedledum), Mauro Bruni (Mad Hatter), ChrissyAnn Carpenter (Cheshire Cat), Kylie Rose (Eat Me / Drink Me), Francis Stallings (Flamingo), Erin Dillon (Ensemble / Cover), Clairisa S. Patton, (Ensemble / Cover), Nicholas Katen (Swing Cover), and Marley Armstrong (Cover).
The creative team includes Austin McCormick (Director and Choreographer), Zane Pihlström (Costume and Scenic Designer), LEXXE (Songwriter), Sarah Cimino (Makeup Designer), Brian Tovar (Lighting Designer), Julian Evans (Sound Designer), Charlie August Kellogg (Wig Designer), Nicolas Katen (Associate Choreographer), Jana Violante and Matthew Torbett (Costume Shop Managers), and Alex Fetchko (Assistant Lighting Designer).
MORE INFO
Queen of Hearts is presented at Théâtre XIV in the heart of Graffiti Alley in trendy Bushwick, Brooklyn. This gilded, 164-seat jewel box from Company XIV is an immersive sanctum where burlesque stars greet guests at the door and pour bespoke cocktails at the venue’s speakeasy bar. Take the L Train to Jefferson Street.
Théâtre XIV
383 Troutman St
Brooklyn, NY 11237
Founded in 2006 by classically-trained, nightlife impresario Austin McCormick, Company XIV produces the most spectacular burlesque performances in NYC. High and lowbrow entertainment intermix with lavish design to deliver sensual, decadent extravaganzas inspired by the court of Louis XIV. With Cocktail Magique Theatre, Company XIV’s intimate sister venue around the corner from Théâtre XIV, there has never been more glitter on offer in Bushwick. For more information visit companyxiv.com.
Photo: Alexander Sargent
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