Having been to Burning Man and various parties/raves/festivals of all sorts, AND several of the aforementioned 'Clambakes' in the article, these are different than usual. Some overlap, not necessarily better or worse, but definitely a distinct niche. It seems like more of an event for all the weird kids from HS drama/art/AV clubs, big emphasis on theatrics and assuming roles. A sort of fuck-you humor, not for gentle souls. Good times.