All the latest Australian Burlesque Festival news!
What a night it was! Such a fantastic atmosphere and fabulous entertainment, a great night was had by all… It was such a treat to have so many gorgeous local performers donate their time and talents to help us raise some much needed funds! Here is the beautiful Miss Jane, to see more photos check...
It is with great pleasure that we announce our 2012 national tour headliners! Go on, Take a peek!
The Seven Deadly Sins — Revealed! Before you dive into the gluttony of Christmas and the holiday time, why don’t you fill up on some highlights from the show back in November? …As featured in Beat Magazine… Described as ‘classic-boudoir-tease meets lowbrow-art-party’, burlesque troupe Sirens of Sin presents The Seven Deadly Sins Revealed !...
Our good friends of Sugar Blue Burlesque are very pleased and excited to announce the first annual Perth International Burlesque Festival! Preceding the Australian Burlesque Festival the Perth International Burlesque Festival will run from the 24th to the 27th of May, 2012, and will feature 4 days of shows, late-night parties,markets, workshops, and other exciting events to be announced soon. We encourage all of...
In 2012 The Festival is revving up and expanding further a field to bring even more tease to Australian audiences! The following are the dates of the tour, opportunities for workshops, stallholders and sponsors in each location are available, please get in touch if you would like more information. Melbourne 7th June — Baby...
Australian Burlesque Festival proudly opens submissions from performers for the 2012 festival. This year promises to be bigger (more cities) and better than ever! Submission is AU$10 and we’ll need you to provide some info about your acts, as well as provide hi res photos. You can apply to perform at Australian Burlesque Festival...
It is with great pleasure that we announce our newest team member, Poppy Cherry, who in 2012 will be our stage manager and assistant to the producers! Congratulations Poppy, and welcome to the tease team! Melbourne’s mischievous minx! Poppy Cherry is a full-time Melbourne burlesque producer and performer, currently employed as the Events and Entertainment...
Wondering what all the buzz is about? Check out a sneak peek! …As featured in Beat Magazine… Described as ‘classic-boudoir-tease meets lowbrow-art-party’, burlesque troupe Sirens of Sin presents The Seven Deadly Sins Revealed ! The show provides an evening filled with installation acts and longer performance pieces in a style that creates ‘mystery, atmosphere and visual...
The Seven Deadly Sins Revealed!! Producers of The Australian Burlesque Festival Dolores Daiquiri and Rosy Rabbit bring you a sizzling and potent concoction like no other! An all night romp through the vices in a palpable paradise of exotic tease and sensory delights!In the dark heat of the infamous art deco nightclub, Red Bennies, you...
Congratulations!! The Divine Parody aka Miss Lulu Bisou and Lallah L’amore, both graduates of Sapphira’s Showgirls Burlesque Academy won first prize at the Australian Burlesque Festival 2011Baby Bombshells competition… It was a proud moment that brought a tear to the eye! Girls, to think we started in the stinky boxing room at local Gym! You, too, can...
We are still sparkling from the success of 2011 as it draws to a close! The shows sold out in all major cities. We drew a community of incredibly talented artists together with like-minded businesses and brands all keen to get behind us and support the cause. Our focus on creating an uplifting and inspirational event...
Want to win tickets to all shows at the Australian Burlesque Festival in 2012? Do you love Sapphira’s music and are you keen to support upcoming Australian music and talent? Sign up for Sapphira’s newsletter online and be in the running to win VIP festival pass for 2012, plenty of time to plan your outfits!...
Known as ‘The Royal Captivator’ this self-contained unit of entertainment knows exactly how to make the crowd beg for more! Described as “…a true ‘natural creative’ whose flawless appearance and performance is not to be missed…” Sina has appeared in a variety of events from venues filled with thousands to private affairs for the...
A glimpse of the fabulous showcase on the 27th of May Filmed and edited by SM Photography.
What people are saying after our sold our events… “Sensual, divine, wicked, sassy, witty, sultry, absolutely AMAZING performances by the Queens of Burlesque at the Australian Burlesque Festival Sydney night! Dolores Daiquiri, Sapphira, Lulu, Sarina Del Fuego, Briana Bluebell, Holly J’aDoll, Kitty Van Horne, Lillian Starr, Khandie Khisses, Rachel St James, Tasia, Becky Lou...
Introducing Vivienna Lorikeet… The lucky winner of our Baby Bombshells competition will win a custom made playsuit by this innovative designer… So what do you do with your favourite dress that you’ve worn so often it’s gained a few not-so-designer tears? Maybe you’ve grown out of it or it’s just become a bit boring?...
Longing to be pin up or a showgirl? Siren Doll stock a range of burlesque corsets, hosiery and divine accessories. Catering for women and men of all sizes, the Siren Doll label is made in Melbourne and imports divine lingerie labels and hoisery brands, along with shoes, wigs and accessories. Visit their Melbourne boutique...
SYDNEY, CANBERRA, HOBART & MELBOURNE SOLD OUT. Make sure you keep your ear to the ground and be the first to snap up tickets in 2012!
The 2011 workshops were a resounding success with comments like “Thank you so much! Was loads of fun… and educational too!” Don’t miss out on a unique opportunity to learn with international and local burlesque starlets when we return in 2012. This year’s workshops included Nipple Tassle Twirling, Fan & Tease, Belly Dance &...
Want to master comedy in a burlesque routine? – developing a character you have for an act – learn with our international star, UK’s burlesque darling, Khandie Khisses – portray your narrative or persona to the audience – enhance a performance with comedy When: Saturday 28th of May, 3.45pm — 5pm Where: Blush Dance School, 8C/32...
Want to improve your burlesque routines? - Feedback and guidance from international star, Sarina del Fuego – Direction in how to express character on stage or interact better with your audience – Putting the finishing touches on a routine concentrating on footwork, hand movements, facial expressions – Bring along one routine to be workshopped on...
Are you a budding burlesque artist and want to learn feminine traditional classic tease? - Fan technique & movement – framing, concealing, revealing - Subtle Art of Tease — strutting, posing, bump n’ grind, glove peel, removing a garment and more - Stage presence — audience interaction, facial expression, body posture & movement, ‘working it’! - Costumes...
Want to learn the art of nipple tassle twirling in a fun & safe environment? - Oo la la! Peel a bra with maximum personality & va va voom – Shhhh! Back stage secrets — how nipple tassles are designed and are affixed to the breast – Kapow! Learn to discard inhibitions and enjoy fear less self-expression –...
Want to learn the Art of Burlesque? Workshops are running in Sydney and Melbourne, from nipple tassle twirling, fans & tease, belly dance burlesque and much more click here to find out more
