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4 Things to Know Before Your First Belly Dance Class
Looking to dip your toe into your first belly dance class? You may think the usual notes to remember are “bring a water bottle”, “arrive to class early”, “wear comfortable clothing” etc etc etc. It’s the same for every dance class! But what are you actually walking into with your first time in belly dancing?
Join Joanna on four essential items to think about when joining your first class in belly dancing that are sure to surprise you!
So, Why DO We $trip?
So how did it become the “Art of Tease” we now know it to be?
Join the Queen of Classic, Maple Rose, as she takes you on a brief journey through burlesque history, where we will make a few pit stops to see why we are now able to take our clothes off onstage for audiences who love it.
Let Loose the Feathers and Sparkles!
There is no right or wrong way to create a costume for a burlesque act! But, have you thought about what the goal is of your costume? Maybe you don’t know where to begin? How about the removal portion, or even how to work with stretch fabric?
Our resident costume extraordinaire, Crystal Pegasus Costumes, details her best tips & advice for things to consider when designing your unique burlesque costume.
Top 7 Burlesque Icons (That Don’t Do Burlesque!)
Burlesque comes in many forms, with many different styles and influences that create the big, sweaty, sexy mess of performance that gets thrown around on stages all over the world. Join award winning comedian and burlesque performer, Lauren Bok, as she unveils her burly inspirations…who aren’t even burlesque artists!
On Becoming Mae: An Unexpected Journey
An honest encounter of how emerging Burlesque Artist and Maison Burlesque student, Mae B. Wilde, became the provocative and ever-so-daring force of nature she is today. Discover how Mae began her journey into the Art of Tease, and what inspiring advice she has for today’s budding performers.
Less is More
Or… ”How I learned to stop worrying and love taking my bra off”. This piece by Mx Burlesque Victoria finalist and seasoned Maison Burlesque pupil, Sallie Cinnamon, reflects on how burlesque shaped her into the professional entertainer and person she is today, in the hopes to inspire the next generation of performers to also chase their dreams.
Top 10 Tips For Your First Time On Stage as a Burlesque Performer
Stepping onto the stage as a first time burlesque performer can be daunting. Check out legendary burlesque star Domino de Jour’s hot tips for burlesque performers stepping on stage for the first time!
Getting to Know…Lauren Bok!
Between the two worlds of burlesque and comedy, a fine “Jester of Burlesque” rises to the occasion of giving you both butterflies in your stomach, and the ability to snort-laugh at the same time.
Being a multifaceted performer, there are many sides of Lauren.
Getting to Know…Joanna!
For over 25 years, Joanna’s experience in the performing arts has led her to achieve proficiency in numerous dance forms outside of belly dance - including ballet, jazz, and musical theatre.
Joanna’s love of MENAHT (Middle Eastern, North African, Hellenic & Turkish) dance has thrusted her into the international realm, where she has performed on festival stages across France, Spain and Greece.
Getting to Know…Azcadelia
Prepare your fantasies and your nightmares for AZCADELIA - the face that launched a thousand sexual awakenings.
We sat down with the Draglesque instructor and asked some “hard hitting” questions…
Getting to Know… Valerie “Va Va” Valentine
Valerie VaVa Valentine is the epitome of Classic Burlesque. She looks like she has literally stepped out of a Marilyn Monroe film, and with a cheeky smile and a silly bump wins hearts across our dear city.
We sat down with Valerie and asked her the hard hitting burly questions. Read on to get to know a little bit more about this bubbling personality!
Getting to know…Evana De Lune!
She’s been part of the furniture for a while now, and who would have thunk it that we never properly “got to know her”?
Well, we finally sat down with the self-described Lizard Queen, the legendary Trundle Bed winner turned teacher, Evana De Lune.
Getting to know…SHAM!
Because we all need more strengthening & conditioning in our lives, we are so honoured to bring you the multi-faceted performance artist, Sham, to our teaching team with her specialised Burlesque Barre class!
We sat down with Sham and asked her some questions to get to know her better!
Getting to Know…Gina Stirling
LOOK WHO WE HAVE SNAGGED AT MAISON BURLESQUE!
Yup, the ICONIC Gina Stirling is putting the 'G' in 'G Spot' as a brand new instructor at Maison Burlesque, and revealing herself as a radical, queer, self-loving act.
Getting to Know…The Strawberry Siren!
The Strawberry Siren is one of the fabulous new additions to our teaching staff, and we couldn’t be more honoured to have such a powerhouse as a part of the Maison Team! With 20 years in the performance industry, Strawberry’s long list of accolades and projects has cemented her as an icon in the burlesque, circus, pole and comedy scenes in Australia. Plus she’s even a qualified fitness trainer and beauty therapist! What hasn’t she done?
Let's Talk...about Stage Names!
Want to join the club of anonymous performers and create a stage name? Read on to find out the "dos and don'ts" about choosing your very own stage persona!
Getting to know...Iva Grande!
We sat down with resident Strip Hop instructor, Iva Grande. She's got the gift of the gab with this juicy interview. Settle down, pour yourself a glass of wine and enjoy this fascinating read.
Getting to know… Egson Ham!
Our Boylesque instructor is really a character. Born into a world of dance, Egson Ham's whole career revolves around moving and shaking, with his name bedazzled in neon lights. Read up on our dirty, jazzy instructor and be sure to catch him at his next show! He truly becomes everyone's favourite person after the first bite.