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VIRTUAL CON CLASS DROP!!!

We are excited to announce, Your Friendly Neighborhood Drag Queen, Rhedd Rhumm!

They will be teaching, "Painted!: Intro to Drag Makeup"

This class will being going in depth into drag make up applications, techniques and products. While this is will be drag queen style makeup, there will be guidance on how to utilize each part individually in order to apply to what you already do.

Register for Virtual BurlyCon Today!!

Friday is coming early this week, Friday's BurlyCon schedule that is!!

Take a peak and start making that dream schedule! Please keep in mind some classes have limited space and some have additional fees.

Meet one of our Graphic Designers, helping bring BurlyCon to life on your screen, Vanessa the Witch!

Bringing 15+ years of passion and expertise to the PNW arts community, Vanessa is an interdisciplinary Teaching Artist who strives to provide an environment of creative expression, growth, consent and collaboration magic!

Happy Full Moon in Pisces!

Take some time to go inward, avoid escapism and be gentle with your shadow side. This work will prepare you for an amazing moon cycle as we get closer to BurlyCon 2024!

Pro Tip: take time to journal your thoughts around why you love Burlesque and

Check out our merch store on Threadless! If you purchase any type of BurlyCon pass for our in-person convention between September 15th and October 15th, you'll receive a discount code for our merch store! Come to BurlyCon in November wearing your favorite design as a t-shirt, hoodie, or other fun accessory!

Oregon's First Lady of Burlesque, The Infamous Nina Nightshade is bringing THREE classes to our in-person con! Read up on them below & let us know what one your most excited about!

1. The Interactive Performer
Often burlesque performance is about interacting with the audience that came to see you and some shows don’t include a formal stage to perform on. Walking out amongst the audience can be a great way to connect and entertain. In this interactive course the Infamous Nina Nightshade will share ways to engage with the audience when out among them including audience participation, adapting to the “floor-show” environment, and how to ensure mutual consent while you do so. Come dressed to move. Bring water & note taking supplies.

2. Make Them Shiver with Antici...
Dynamic performances aren’t only about dynamic movement, they are also about dynamic stillness. In this interactive workshop, The Infamous Nina Nightshade will show you how moments of stillness and slow movements can add drama and depth to any act, no matter how upbeat the energy is. During this course we will explore the concepts of level changes, audience perception, drawing focus, and how to best utilize slow movements and moments of stillness in your performances. This 90-minute course will be a mixture of lecture and movement. Come dressed to move. Bring water, note taking supplies, and your favorite performance/practice shoes.

3. Hip Me With Your Best Shot
Classic burlesque isn’t complete without some good old fashioned bump ‘n grind, but hip movements aren’t just for the classic performer. In this course, The Infamous Nina Nightshade will teach basic hip movements & isolations including how to incorporate them into full body motion. Utilizing over 30 years of experience in various dance forms, Nina will show you how to bring the wow factor with powerful and sensual hips in this interactive movement course. Come dressed to move. Bring water & note taking supplies.

See you in November for these amazing classes!

Don't leave an opportunity to get your biz in front of the Burly Community!

We have in-person and virtual sponsorship options! You can sponsor a specific event/space at our convention or to BurlyCon as a whole, either way, it's helping create brand awareness for YOU!

DM us or email Irish Lashes at [email protected] today!

BURLYCON
Ao redor do mundo: Edição em português

Participe de nosso primeiro encontro 100% para falantes de português e saiba todos os detalhes sobre a próxima edição da maior convenção burlesca do mundo!

Sábado, 14 de setembro, 16h, horário de São Paulo

Registre-se no correio eletrônico [email protected]

She's the slow-burning fuse with a big bang! Stand back, for Sherry Bomb, & she's bringing TWO ALL LEVEL classes to the in-person con!

Beautiful Bra Basics
Bras are a staple of burlesque costuming, so make yours special! Learn to transform your everyday bra into a unique design that looks professional and expensive. This class will offer tips and techniques for every skill level to up your bra game without breaking the bank. Students will learn how to sew a bra with a clean finish, create new straps, and embellish, along with exploring various closure options. Various samples will be provided from Sherry Bomb’s personal collection to demonstrate the vast options available to you when creating your next show bra!
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Flow Toys for Burlesque
This class will be an introduction to flow toys and how those movements can be translated into burlesque performance. Using practice poi, students will learn the essential movements needed to gracefully move with fans, veils, scarves, skirts; anything you can swing on stage! From weaves to waterfalls, Sherry will share her extensive poi and fire-spinning experience to give your next act a big bang!

Get yourself registered TODAY and be there with us in November!

Eva D'Lushious is bringing two BEGINNER classes to BOTH the in-person con & virtual! Take a peak;

Get Bare with a Chair
Sassy, classy or seductive, chair tease is a delicious way to feel your sensuality and share it with an audience. This class will provide basic principles of creating lines and moving around and with the chair, plus a menu of moves and transitions to build into routines. Since Chair Dance is also a saucy core workout, we’ll warmup and do some conditioning to help you build strength and flexibility.
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FANtabulous Fan Dancing
Feather Fans are glorious and just as much fun for the dancer as for the audience. Learn the basics of manipulating real or faux feather fans for delicious reveals and tantalizing moments. We’ll also explore warmups, conditioning and stretches to support your body for graceful and powerful movement that feels as good as it looks.

Meet our Chair of Development, Mary Bobbins! They've been working hard to secure some amazing grants for us & we are so happy to have Mary on our team! Help us show some love!

Mary Bobbins is a cup of class, a pinch of sass and a whole lotta... well you get the idea. She's been twirling her tassels and shaking her assets as a burlesque performer all over Canada, and internationally since graduating from the Toronto School of Burlesque in 2016. In her non-burlesque life she is a multi-hyphenated, internationally award-winning, theatre and film creator. She is an activist in both of these industries with a particular focus on ensuring the voices of 2SLGBTQ+ creators are heard and celebrated. She is thrilled to be bringing her experience and skill set to the BurlyCon team as current Development Chair.

The one & only Cleopantha, "I do burlesque. FEROCIOUSLY." is our Virtual Teacher Feature for 2024!! Stay tuned to find out about the classes she is bringing to you!

Three times UK No 1 Burlesque Figure, Cleopantha is renown for fusing her commercial and contemporary dance training with the art of tease. She has been in the burlesque top 10 figures worldwide three times and her credits include Cardi B, Fat Man Scoop as well as performing at The Burlesque Hall of Fame 2024. She is the founder of The House of Pantha which nurtures the UKs fiercest new cabaret talent.

Who is excited for some movement classes?!! Here are just two of the many offered at this years in-person convention!

Calliope Quaint loves teaching movement classes to share her insights and empower others. She’s no saint, she’s Calliope Quaint!

1. Belly Up to the Barre
Come, join us for happy hour at the barre!! The dance barre that is! Up your movement skills by focusing on leg, ankle, and foot strength and full-body alignment. This class will include a gentle warm up and then focus on floor barre and standing barre exercises. Wake up your body, stretch and strengthen your muscles, and connect your body from toe tip to the top of your head. While prior dance experience will make this class easier, the class is suitable for all experience levels and many of the exercises can be modified to be completed sitting or lying on the floor.

This will be a 55 minute class. We will spend 5-10 minutes doing gentle relaxation and warm ups for the full body. We will then do another 15 minutes on various floor barre movements, with a focus on body alignment and strengthening muscles in the legs, abs, and back. Then we will come to standing and the rest of the class will focus on standing barre movements, including foot exercises, leg lifts, kicks, pleas and releves, and stretches. We will reserve 5 minutes at the end the class for some cool-down movements and stretching.

The class objective is to learn floor and standing barre exercises to strengthen and stretch various muscle groups.

The student should wear comfortable clothes suitable for movement. No shoes are necessary.

2. Fitness Over 40
You don’t have to be over 40 to take this class! This class is geared toward developing and retaining fitness in an aging body. Developing and maintaining your muscle strength and resiliency not only makes control on the dance floor easier, but it also minimizes the likelihood of injuries and helps us navigate life tasks such as carrying your burlesque luggage (or groceries), getting up from your floorwork (or a fall), or strutting across the stage (or walking down the street).

The class is mostly movement based, with a focus on various exercises to power up various muscle groups and keep yourself going strong. Ideal for beginners to intermediates, we will take time to answer questions and provide discussions to understand the why and how of what you are doing in a simple and understandable way. For many exercises, we will provide variations on difficulty so you can focus on what your body needs and also understand next steps in your fitness journey if you want to continue these exercises.

Wear comfortable clothes for moving. Bare feet recommended. Bring a note pad and pen for notes if desired.

BURLYCON
Ao redor do mundo: Edição em português

Participe de nosso primeiro encontro 100% para falantes de português e saiba todos os detalhes sobre a próxima edição da maior convenção burlesca do mundo!

Sábado, 14 de setembro, 16h, horário de São Paulo

Registre-se no correio eletrônico [email protected]


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Cleaning tips for costumes & pastie making anyone?!

The Q***r Coquette and The Q***r Coded Villain in Their own Fairytale, Mx. Tease is bringing two amazing classes on this topic!

1. Out, Damn Spot!
It's inevitable. Your hemline is dirty, there’s a weird stain of you don’t know what, and Febreeze just isn’t cutting it anymore. Never fear, you’ll learn to take care of it here!

2. More Than Circles
Workshop teaching pattern drafting for uniquely shaped pasties. Find the shape that shows off your assets!

Both classes offered in-person only, so get yourself registered today!!

Legal advise but make it sexy.....

Lawyer, entrepreneur, producer, and performer - Bianca Coal does a little bit of everything. A 10-year burlesque veteran based in Columbus, Ohio, Bianca loves sharing her legal knowledge with the burlesque community.

1. Protect Your Ass: Contract Basics
What’s the best way to make sure you know what’s required of you as a performer or producer and what you’re getting in return? A contract! Join attorney Bianca Coal as she explains the basics of contracts and what you can include in a contract to protect yourself. Whether you produce or perform at small shows or large festivals, a contract can help your event run smoothly and professionally.

2. Protect Your Art: Intellectual Property Basics
In the world of burlesque, your creative expression is your currency. But how do you protect your artistic vision, your routines, and your brand from misuse? Never fear! Attorney Bianca Coal is here to give you information on the basics of intellectual property and how you can protect your art.

Ariel Helvetica, The Showgirl With Legs to Write Home About....

is bringing FOUR classes for you to BurlyCon 2024! Buckle up for a juicy read!

1. Work Your Showpony Heels - ALL LEVELS
Professional high-kicker (and high heel lover) Ariel Helvetica will teach you how to work your showpony heels like a pro. Learn how to pick the right type of heel for your own unique self, and the difference between pumps, platforms + pointed toes. Gain confidence, grace and poise while embracing the heels you choose. Ariel will help you with balance and posture in a series of across the floor work along with stretches and exercises to take your heel game to the next level. Please bring your favorite heels and be ready to fall in love with them all over again!

2. Hey There Producer: Approaching Producers Near & Far - VIRTUAL ONLY -
In this class, you will learn the art of the approach; whether you’re pitching to producers locally, nationally, or internationally. Ariel will also guide you through what to look for in a production, what your expectations should be of your producers (and theirs of you!), and when to say yes and when to say no. There will also be discussion of how best to get involved in your local burlesque scene.

3. Fosse + All That Jazz - BEGINNER LEVEL
Bob Fosse used his imperfections to create his own signature style. Sultry hip rolls, smooth finger snaps + turned in knees were just a few of the specific, detailed movements that became known by dancers and choreographers around the globe. Ariel Helvetica will teach you her own choreographed Fosse routine using the isolations, small movements, repetitions and stillness that create a story in the Fosse technique. Come and learn some of the moves you have seen famous movies like Chicago, Cabaret and All That Jazz!

4. Chest in Show: Everything You Need to Know about Burlesque Festivals and Competitions - INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
This section teaches you all about the ins-and-outs of festivals and competitions. How to find them; how to apply to them; the pros and cons of performing in them; and how to budget for them when you’re accepted.

Two Beginner & one All level, this trio is brought to you by Vanessa the Witch, Putting the romance back in necromancy.

1. Behind the Curtain: Mastering Stage Management in Burlesque - ALL LEVEL
Step into the captivating world of burlesque stage management! Designed for aspiring stage managers and seasoned professionals alike, this comprehensive class offers an in-depth exploration of the fundamental principles and practices of managing the stage for burlesque performances. It covers the fundamental aspects of stage management specific to the burlesque context, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience for all involved, with the primary focus on equipping participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively manage the stage for burlesque performances.

From arranging stage elements such as props, lighting, and sound to coordinating with performers and crew members, this workshop covers every aspect of stage management specific to the unique needs and culture of the burlesque community.

Through engaging discussions, hands-on activities, and practical demonstrations, attendees will gain invaluable insights and practical skills to ensure efficient show ex*****on, problem-solving, and crisis management. Whether you're looking to enhance your stage management toolkit or embark on a new career path in the world of burlesque, this class is your ticket to mastering the art of stage management and shining behind the scenes of every burlesque performance.

2. Improv Burlesque: Practicing the Art of Staying Present in the Moment
Practice the art of staying present in the moment! This workshop provides a supportive environment for individuals from various performance backgrounds to explore and enhance their improvisational skills, creativity, and self-expression, while fostering a sense of community and collaboration among participants. This experience will work towards getting you out of your head and into the movement. We will utilize movement-based / theater inspired improvisation exercises, team building techniques and more to help you explore your body, character, choreography and have more fun on stage and off. We will go through the basics of "YES AND", and explore exercises that will lay the foundation to create without self-judgment, be supportive, and improve your active listening skills and onstage reactions. At the end of each class, we will explore improvisational movement as a team. Lesson Focus: In this workshop, we will focus on unleashing your creativity, building your confidence, enhancing your community-building skills, and embracing your inner artistry both on stage and off!

Goals:
-Empowerment through Improv: Use improvisational techniques to empower yourself mentally, physically, and emotionally, both on and off the stage.
-Accessible to All: Provide an accessible approach to Improv that can be applied to all aspects of life, regardless of prior performance experience.
-Community and Teamwork: Foster a sense of community and teamwork while engaging with your fellow participants.

3. Burlesque Group Choreography: Dynamics and Practice
Explore the art of dance collaboration with Vanessa the Witch! This workshop is designed for individuals interested in exploring the art of group choreography within the context of burlesque performance. Participants will learn how to create and execute captivating choreography that showcases the sensuality, humor, and storytelling elements that are so special to burlesque, as well as learn choreography for a large group number that focuses on character and teamwork.

The primary focus of this workshop is to teach participants the fundamentals of group choreography in burlesque, emphasizing teamwork, creativity, and performance skills.

Goals of the class:
-Understanding Group Dynamics: Explore the dynamics of working within a group and the importance of communication, trust, and collaboration.
-Choreography Fundamentals: Learn the basics of choreographing a burlesque routine, including transitions, formations, and storytelling through movement.
-Self Expression: Develop the ability to convey confidence, and body positivity through choreography and movement.
-Theatrical Storytelling: Understand how to use choreography to tell a story and convey emotions to engage and captivate the audience.
=Stage Presence: Practice stage presence, confidence, and audience interaction skills to enhance overall performance quality.
-To create a safe and inclusive environment where participants can feel comfortable expressing themselves, and learning the art of group choreography in burlesque.

Become a Virtual BurlyCon Sponsor!

Which level is best for you?

Who doesn't love a perk?! We love our volunteers and as we sort through the applications that have already come through, we still need more!!

Here's the deal:

YOU have options!

You can choose to either donate 8 hrs or 16 hrs of your time over the course of the 60 hour in-person convention...yeah, you read that right. Sixty Hours!

For giving 8 hours of your time you receive a weekend pass to the con for only $150. 00, that's HALF of the full price!

For giving 16 hours of your time you receive a FULL weekend pass on us!

We appreciate and recognize the importance of volunteers, and we know we couldn't do what we do without you. If you haven't already, fill out that Volunteer App in our link tree and we will reach out to you as soon as we can!

Founder of The House of Shimmy Shake, The Cooch!!!

She will be presenting two classes at this years Con for ALL Levels!

1. Small Town Burlesque - creating, empowering and fostering community
The House of Shimmy Shake is the beloved burlesque troupe in Telluride CO, a small town of 2500 people. Burlesque is a huge part of our community and how we celebrate together. This class will teach small town/city burlesque teachers, producers, or anyone wanting to start doing burlesque in a small town how to create an atmosphere of inclusivity, celebration, community and support.

2. Pilates Mat Class
A mat pilates class to wake up your body and get your breath going.

Both classes will be in-person only, so register today and we will see you in November!

In our efforts of becoming fully accessible, these steps have been added to our in-person Convention, check them out!

Want to book that gig? How about create a show of your own? These next two classes are just the ticket!

Presented by Champagne Sparkles, The gal that brings the glitter, glamour, and GIGGLES! She’s gonna *POP* your cork!!!!

1. Get That Gig! (And Be Asked Back) {VIRTUAL ONLY}
So you've got some great acts? What’s next? How to get yourself booked regularly! We'll cover how to approach a producer or venue, money talk (negotiating), contracts, promotional materials, technical requirements, etiquette, follow up and more!

2. Puttin’ On The Glitz! Show Production
You’ve got a vision for a show that you’d like to bring to life! How do you make it happen? Learn about finding the right venue, scheduling, negotiating, contracts, booking talent, technical support, marketing, ticketing and more!

Producing is a juggling act - you are trying to balance putting your vision on stage, with getting the right audience, venue and performers - all within a budget.

Take these classes and more by registering for BurlyCon 2024!