From the web site: Mix @ The Max pays homage to Brahms’ humble beginnings as a bordello pianist with an evening featuring artists from the Michigan Burlesque Festival, old-timey jazz stylings by the Detroit Pleasure Society and a beard contest inspired by Johannes Brahms’ righteous whiskers. Tickets: • $15 general admission; • $50 VIP—includes reserved seating at cabaret style table, a free drink and light appetizers); • $50 beard contest entry—Beard contest registration includes admission to the concert, exclusive contestant seating for you and your guests, one free drink and light appetizers. Guests of contestants require a ticket to gain entry.