Our Story

Ladies and gentlemen, gather 'round and prepare to be blown away by the incredible initiative of DiabeTEASE! We're not just here to raise awareness and funds to combat this debilitating disease. No, we're here to shake things up, fight for change, and have a damn good time while doing it!

Picture this: a sizzling blend of brews and burlesque, where the energy is electric and the cause is hotter than ever. DiabeTEASE is on a mission to kick diabetes to the curb, and we won't stop until we've made a lasting impact.

You see, the rising cost of insulin has become a life or death situation for countless individuals with diabetes. Forced to make unimaginable choices between vital medication and basic necessities, they're left exposed to serious health risks and even death. It's an absolute travesty!

But here's the thing: no one should ever perish because they can't afford their insulin. This life-saving medicine can be produced for just a few measly dollars, yet heartless manufacturers like Eli Lilly, Sanofi, and Novo Nordisk inflate the price by up to a mind-boggling 5,000 percent! And guess what? Seven million Americans with diabetes have no choice but to foot the bill.

Now, let me tell you a personal story that hits close to home. I, myself, have battled on the brink of death in a hospital, all because I had to ration my insulin due to skyrocketing costs. Aging out of my parent's healthcare was a cruel awakening, and I refuse to let anyone else suffer like I did. As performers, many of us lack health insurance unless we have "regular" jobs or a partner with coverage. It shouldn't be this way!

But fear not, my friends, for there is hope. DiabeTEASE is stepping up to the plate to make a difference. We're rallying our incredible community to raise funds for T1International, an organization that fights for local communities' rights to insulin and diabetes supplies. They equip people with the tools they need to stand up and demand access, without bowing down to big pharma. That's right, not a single dime goes to those greedy corporations who perpetuate the never-ending cycle of price hikes while pretending to care about affordability.

So join us, as we unleash a spectacle of passion, empowerment, and unstoppable determination. Together, we will break the chains of injustice and make affordable healthcare, insulin, and supplies are a universal human right. DiabeTEASE is here to make a statement, and trust me, it's going to be the most sensational revolution you've ever witnessed!