Have you ever dreamed of taking your passion to new heights and exploring the world in the process? I, Sharmon Jarmon, also known as SharmonXO, did just that when I traveled to Cape Town, South Africa, to participate in the 6th Annual Baby Grand Burlesque Festival. In this audio tale, Sharmon shares the highs and lows of her incredible journey, offering a glimpse into the life of a burlesque performer and the vibrant culture of Cape Town.

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#XOFiles is a audio and video series that shares the tales of Sharmon's experiences while traveling as a burlesque performing artist

Episode Chapters

(00:00) Who is Sharmon Jarmon 

(03:00) Fundraising to compete in the festival

(4:54) My flight and hotel search

(7:20) The airport experience

(9:08) Uber experience

(9:45) Cape Heritage Hotel is a multidimensional shop mixed with hotel and lifestyle

(12:47) Being roommates with Shimmy Laroux 

(13:44) Cast Meet & Greet at The Armchair Theater

(16:12) Sunrise Boat Tour with Champagne

(18:51) A couple asked me out on a date!

(20:41) I found a thrift store in Cape Town

(23:17) Seeing Beyonce Renaissance movie in Cape Town

(23:40) Tech Rehearsal

(25:08) A won in a different way

(26:12) I booked a photo shoot in Cape Town through Airbnb experiences with Aisha

(26:40) The historic neighborhood of Bo’Kaap

(27:21) How this connects to Palenstine 

(27:42) The Pencil Hair Test

(28:29) Going to the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa