Burlesque Classes and Schools

Maybe you are wanting to try your hand at the art of the striptease. Or maybe you are wanting to add to your arsenal as an already established performer! Check out these options to get started!

The Usual Suspects

These are good places to check back regularly for burlesque workshops or skill building classes! You’ll also find some of these in the calendar below!

Burlesque Education

  • As an educator, Bella Sin's area of focus is Burlesque History, with a particular emphasis on the legends of color in the burlesque industry. They have conducted extensive research on the history of burlesque in their city and beyond, including the world of burlesque outside of the United States. Bella's presentations on this topic have been well-received by colleagues and researchers internationally. 

    Sin offers a diverse range of educational talks, including "Latin Burlesque Pioneers," "Decolonizing Burlesque," and "The History of Burlesque in Cleveland, Ohio." Their primary focus is to provide education and resources to the community, encouraging them to become their own historical researchers and keep the legends of burlesque alive through stories of their performances. Sin is fluent in both English and Spanish and offers educational content on their YouTube channel.

    Presentations available on demand and virtually in real time. Real time virtual presentations will also be listed in the class list below.

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Burlesque Specific:

  • Katya Peepin’s School of Badass burlesque offers seasonal workshop series (in person and online options)

    Find out more here!

    Online Burlesque Classes on Patreon

  • Thursdays (8:30pm) at Circus Collective

    Burlesque with Stella is a beginner-intermediate level class that incorporates dance technique from varying time periods and cultures while applying it to The Tease and The Reveal! All levels are welcome!

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Movement and Skills

  • Thursdays: Foundations of Flexibility (5:45pm) and Intermediate Back Flexibility (7:10pm) at the Circus Collective

    Saturdays: Intro to Contortion (10:05 am) at Rockstar Pole Fitness

  • Colorado Springs
    Every Tuesday evening 6:45pm-7:45pm at Praxis Yoga

    Step into a world of empowerment, fun, and scientifically-backed benefits with our one-of-a-kind Burlesque Werkout! Combining the art of burlesque with a high-energy workout, this class promises to get you moving, grooving, and sweating.

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Upcoming Classes

Apr
9

Archives Unveiled: A Journey Through the Real History of Burlesque (Virtual Event)

Join the Theatre Research Institute for our 2024-2025 Lawrence and Lee Invited Lecture with Burlesque performer Bella Sin. A symposium on the history and cultural significance of Burlesque will accompany the lecture. This program is sponsored by the Theatre Research Institute, the Department of Dance and the Department of Theatre, Film, and Media Arts.

This event will feature a keynote lecture from the renowned performer and historian of Queer and Latinx burlesque, Bella Sin, who will challenge the ways that burlesque has traditionally been thought about through a colonial lens. Attendees will enjoy a panel discussion with PhD candidates, Alyssa Stover and Ashley Dunn and burlesque performer Grand Mafun and learn about the significant burlesque collections in Thompson Library Special Collections at The Ohio State University.

Don’t miss this opportunity to explore a vibrant tapestry of perspectives on burlesque.

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Mar
31

Free Transfemme & Transmasc Makeup Class

On Transgender Day of Visibility, Freya Misdemeanor is offering 2 completely free makeup classes for Transgender humans! One centering Transfemme (12pm) and one for Transmasc (1pm)
This event will be held in partnership Their House Inc.

All makeup products and tools will be provided, to the fist 5 humans who register for each class; and will be live-streamed on @theirhouseinc on instagram

Makeup is a form of expression, and an artform. This class shows some easy tips, techniques and tricks for anyone with any level of makeup experience- to feel more comfortable in their skin. While this class is open to all skill levels; it is encouraged for humans newer to the makeup world.

Message Freya, or call 303-371-8463 to RSVP.

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Mar
29

Burlesque on the Road

Join international burlesque sensation Frenchy Mymy for a workshop where we learn how to work with the clothing we've got! We'll start off with a video and discussion, learn how to strip basic clothing in a sexy way, and end with a short choreography. Zoom option also available

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Mar
23

Moves & Brews

You've seen them perform at our Brunch with the Babes events. Now, you can learn some burlesque basics with the founder of Broken Babes Burlesque Allie Soreass! Wear comfortable clothes, and bring a jacket and scarf.

$25 ticket includes class with Allie & your first drink!

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Mar
16

Slow Slink Bellydance with Liz Azi

Join us for a one of a kind Bellydance workshop with internationally known and award winning artist, Liz Azi.

In this Slow Slink workshop, we will learn how to slow down to the max and captivate our audience with simplicity and slink. From slow belly work to dramatic posture to simple looks, we will explore how to command the stage with the power of slow.
Sometimes, less is more!

Investment
1 pass $40
2 passes for $70

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Need to submit a class?

Any class that could help with the continuing education and honing of the burlesque craft is welcome! This can include workshops, classes, or series on any of the following and beyond: burlesque, heels dance, chair acro, rhinestoning and other costuming, circus skills, kittening or producing, etc. Basically, anything that could increase our skills sections on our performer resumes!