San Francisco, CA - September 3, 2008 - More than 2,000 leather-clad, sexy fetish fans from around the world will converge at San Francisco’s Regency Center for Magnitude, the Official Saturday Night Dance event of the Folsom Street Fair, on Saturday, September 27, 2008 from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. This ‘only-in-San Francisco’ event will feature dancing to world-class music by DJ Paul Goodyear in the Grand Ballroom and play spaces in the lower level Sutter Room.
“Magnitude is the cornerstone of the weekend’s nightlife. If you miss Magnitude, then you miss out on a big part of what makes SF Leather Week so special. We are thrilled to produce outstanding events such as Magnitude for both locals and visitors alike; and, this year is going to be better than ever,” says Demetri Moshoyannis, Executive Director of Folsom Street Events.
Now in its eleventh year, Magnitude has evolved into the convergence of first-rate music, dancing, live erotic demonstrations, and interactive play. For many, the event is the ultimate event of sensual self-expression.
This year, the dungeon space is sponsored by Mr. S Leather with support from Titan Studios. It will be in the basement of the venue, with different music and different vide than the main floor—darker and sexier. According to Franco Beneduce, the event manager, “You can expect a steamy, safe, playground of pleasure.”
“Music, multi-media projections and live performances on the main floor are a big part of Magnitude’s popularity,” says Beneduce. The music of Magnitude was influenced by Neil Lewis who brought a distinct San Francisco sound to the first four events. Since his death, Magnitude has featured such great DJs and producers as Susan Morabito, Mark Anthony, and Joe Gauthereaux. This year, Paul Goodyear returns for his second spin. “Paul was a close friend of Neil’s and has a similar style. And, since Paul has lived in Sydney, London and Barcelona and has played all over the world, he brings a fresh international vibe to Magnitude that reflects the make-up of the crowd,” adds Beneduce.
In addition to Magnitude and the main attraction of the 25th Folsom Street Fair, SF Leather Week (September 20 – September 28, 2008) will offer an expanded range of social, artistic, historic, and cultural options for the community. “Leather pride flags will greet visitors on Market Street. There’s a formal gala dinner with Joan Rivers. An exhibit of cultural artifacts from 25 years of the Fair is now on display at the GLBT Historical Society. We are hosting a leather and GLBT bus and walking tour of South of Market, the Castro district and the entire City of San Francisco. And, there’s even a City Hall reception open to the public!” says Moshoyannis.
Event sponsors for Magnitude include TitanMen.com, RECON, NakedSword.com, GLOSS Magazine, StraightHell.net, Mr. S Leather, Doc Johnson, Manhunt.net, Aftershock, and Damron. Magnitude tickets are on sale now online at the Folsom Street Events Shop or at retailers like Mr. S Leather in SoMa or Phantom and Chaps in the Castro.
About Folsom Street Events
Folsom Street Events is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization that produces volunteer-driven events for the global adult alternative lifestyle community. Comprised almost entirely of volunteers, the organization donates net proceeds to selected San Francisco Bay Area and national charities. For more information on all of these events, visit folsomstreetevents.org.
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