Players Friday Night - End of an Era, or a Beginning of a Revival?

Went to Players this past Friday Night (April 26). I am not sure, but I think I saw the glimmer of a revival of some of the old Players Club / Wagon Wheel action that we all remember. Either that, or I was nostalgic because it was in other ways the end of an era.

Basics First: Barely within the City of Baltimore limits, off in a quiet industrial area is The Baltimore Players Club. Club is BYOB, and all nude. High cover charge ($25 for members) keeps out the riff-raff. A $15 annual membership fee adds to the cost, out of state customers can ask for just the $25 entry. Overall, it's cheaper because you can bring your own booze from home and not have to worry about paying overpriced dancer drinks as is the custom elsewhere in Baltimore. Roll up with a cooler, they don't care. Just grab a red solo cup for pouring your drink into. The club has ice and limited selection of mixers, best not to leave it to chance and bring your own. They'll keep your drinks cold for you if you ask. Very limited food, basically just some bags of snacks and vending-machine quality items. But you're not here for the food.

For folks concerned about privacy, they do not scan your drivers' license, which I view as a plus. Also, the club is pretty dark and lit only with red lights and blacklights, and there are some dark corners to hide in if you don't really want to be seen, also a plus. There are two bouncers who keep a lax eye on things and move around the club once or twice an evening to pick up empties or go get a girl who's late to be on stage.