Workshops and Events
BUMP AND GRIND BURLESQUE MOVEMENT workshop with BIANCA BOOM BOOM (25$)
Date: May 30
Time: 10-11 am
Movement-Based | All Levels
Bump! Grind! Shimmy! Bump and Grind (or BN’G for short!) focuses on fundamental burlesque movements and connects them with simple steps to build captivating performance skills, nurture movement confidence and body connection.
Using classic bump and grind music, Bianca will lead students through a warm up, skill building and basic burlesque choreography in a fun and supportive environment.
All levels are welcome. Heels are optional. Wear clothes that make you feel fabulous!
BOMBASTIC BURLESQUE COSTUME workshop with SCARLET DELIRIUM ($25)
Date: May 30
Time: 11:15-12:15
Lecture Style | All Levels
Learn with professional Costumer and Burlesque Artist Scarlet Delirium the theory of bombastic costumes! Curious how to draw the eye, employ colour theory or use negative space? What the heck is Narrative and how does it apply to costumes? Scarlet has you covered (or uncovered) in this lecture-style workshop!
BUSS’ A WHINE workshop with ANDROSIA WILDE ($25)
Date: May 3
Time: 12:45-1:45
Buss’ A Whine!
Movement-Based | All Levels
Decolonize your waistline! A ‘whine’ is a series of rhythmic hip gyrations with a decidedly Caribbean flair – sometimes fast, sometimes slow, always enticing to watch, no matter who’s doing it.
In this open-level cardio workshop, let Androsia Wilde lead you through what makes a good Caribbean whine when dancing- with isolations, technique variations and tempo-drilling to get you in touch with your core, loosen up your hips and work up a sweat.
Whining is for everyone! This class is open to all gender identities.
What to wear/bring: water and clothing you’re comfortable grinding and whining in. Shoes aren’t required!
FEATHER FAN DANCING workshop with JEZEBEL EXPRESS ($25)
Date: May 30
Time: 2:00-3:00
Movement / Prop based | All Levels | $25
Whether you're new to the world of fan dancing or an experienced showgirl whose fans are gathering dust, this class will instill in you the confidence and knowledge you need to fan dance fantastically onstage.
We'll start the class by revisiting basic fan handling techniques, from finding a comfortable grip to moving your fans around your body with grace and ease. We'll explore different types of fan movement and learn framing poses that help you use fans to showcase your performance.
We'll also address a performer's practical concerns: how to choreograph a fan dance that sparkles instead of snoozes, how to utilize fans in floorwork, and how to get your clothes off while your hands are full!
What to wear/bring: Bring your fans, and your questions! A limited amount of fans will also be available for students to borrow, and share
GLAMOUR AS RESISTANCE FREE community panel (Free)
Date: May 30
Time: 3:30-4:30 pm
Free Community Panel
Moderator: Beef Pattie Panelists: Jezebel Express, Monday Blues, Babia Majora, Tomboy Selleck
Art is political, and burlesque is no exception. As an artform with roots in mocking Euro-centric bourgeoisie ideals and the upper class, burlesque has always used glamour to poke fun and poke holes in our society.
The modern day artform has grown into a space occupied by people of every race, culture, gender expression, ability and body type you can imagine. All to showcase the importance of their existence within our society both on and off the stage. Through this panel, we will discuss the various ways many performers use their definition of glamour, resistance and inclusivity to show up, show out, and take off.
We invite you to come witness, see and be seen. Art is work, art is resistance. Glamour is resistance.
