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NAKED CITY! or MERKINS 101

lydia — Wed, 09 May 2012 20:32:13 +0000

NAKED CITY! or MERKINS 101 Learn how to make a G-String from scratch! Taught by The Shanghai Pearl!!! Learn valuable tips on how to make and wear a merkin! Students are encouraged to bring current project for guidance. Material list is emailed after registration- materials can be supplied for a small fee. Saturday May 19. …

Good vs Evil: An Alumni Spectacular

lydia — Wed, 09 May 2012 20:23:49 +0000

SATURDAY, May 19th, 9pm Good vs. Evil: An Alumni Spectacular Get your Tickets HERE!!! Can we live in a world without evil? Yes, but it would be boring. Since opposites attract, let’s celebrate both at “Good vs. Evil: An Alumni Spectacular!” Sirens, nuns, greed & more!Featuring the talents of: Olatsa Assin Ginger Julep Octavia Sexton Camilla …

Pinup Hair for Burly Girls with Miss Kitty Baby!

woodpolly — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 16:24:06 +0000

Learn to set, style, and decorate your hair in various pin-up styles for the burlesque stage. Miss Kitty Baby, practicing Pin-up and Burly Girl, will teach you basic pin-up hair styles for dramatic effect and a vintage look. No supplies needed, but feel free to bring a camera for your own digital references. WHEN: Saturday, …

FanTastic: A Fan Dancing Primer!

lydia — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 22:45:41 +0000

FANTASTIC: A FAN DANCING PRIMERIn this 4 week course, you will work with Indigo Blue and guest instructors Sydni Deveraux and The Shanghai Pearl to learn the ins and outs. From small fans to extra large Sally Rand feather fans, learn methods and choreography specific to each type, as well as basic fan construction, and …

Burlesque 202 Spring Recital!!!

lydia — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 08:50:12 +0000

May 26th Doors at 6:30 Shows at 7 and 9:30 Come cheer the newest graduates to take their education to a higher level at Miss Indigo Blue’s Academy of Burlesque. This graduating class features the talents of: Miss Violet DeVille, Tootsie Spangles, Hattie HellKat, Eva Fairwood, Alexa Perplexa, and Miss Melancholy! And hosted by Elsa …

Art of the Tease

Headmistress — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 21:38:54 +0000

Women in the Golden Age of Burlesque refined teasing to an art– the art of strip-tease! This workshop includes historical examples of Burlesque legends and exercises to practice the skills they developed. In this introductory class, students are empowered to explore and discover their own inner tease-artiste in a safe and friendly environment. Gloves, boas, …

Spring BellyDance Conditioning

lydia — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 08:23:14 +0000

Let Fuchsia Foxxx guide you through a gentle yet intensive full body work out. Each week the class will begin with a yoga based warm-up focusing on building a strong core. Practice both endurance and balance while deepening your awareness and mind body connection. You will enjoy a challenging yet non-judgmental and fun atmosphere to move and …

Bump & Grind 6-7:30pm Thursdays

Headmistress — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 21:33:14 +0000

Seattle’s Academy of Burlesque instructor Ruby Mimosa teaches this fun and foxy workout to learn the basics of the bump & grind, shimmy & shake! This class is designed for all levels and includes a warm-up, steps that are put together in a small combination, and lots of practice! With fun vintage burlesque music and …