This week I did something I guess you could call somewhat naughty. It was not intended to be underhanded but I can see how it can be viewed as such. …
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Choreography
The backbone to any routine be that burlesque or not, isn’t actually sequins or costuming. It is your back bone. Well more specifically the movements you make with that skeleton …
Social Media – Who Is You?!
The world is nuts for social media. Even this site is optimized for social media. The buttons at the end of the article is for you to share on your …
Contracts – You Know What You Want When
How many of us book those last minute gigs and the idea of sending a contract before hand just seems too much hassle? Or how many of us actually chase …
Saying No in Burlesque…and life for that matter
I manage on the social media forums one group that is for PAID Burlesque Jobs. The key is PAID. Yet time and time again my cursor has to hit the …
How Do I Manage It All?
So often people seem taken aback as to how much I manage to fit into my days. To be honest I dont even tell you the most of it. The …
I Stood Alone
Tonight I stood on a stage and heard my name bellowed out from the dark. The audience already on their feet and clapping. Tonight I cried on stage. It may …
I made a costume in 5 hours
I decided to make a costume. I made one. In 5 hours. I used only what I found in the house already. Enjoy this video if nothing else for my …
Business of Burlesque
At request here is the new date for the Business of Burlesque. This workshop is presentation based so sit down and drink tea with me. The idea behind this is …
Bad Burlesque Etiquette
We all hate bad manners so I figured I would ask the wider community what bad burlesque etiquette we dont like. Here is just some of what was suggested: arriving late without …