Read MoreYou (or to be specific your burlesque act) is never going to be perfect. Stop waiting for it - Grace Cherry
Let’s change that to - I’m not good at that, yet”. Or to “I just haven’t learnt how to do that….yet”
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As I write this post, our feather fan dancing course has become super popular and has booked out a good 5 weeks in advance. If you would like an extra course, answer the poll and let’s see where we go!
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“….I don’t know if I shattered some illusions with my students by letting them know that this is only piece of the many facets of artist administration they are likely to encounter - even as an amateur or emerging artist”
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Don’t know where to start in figuring out how to charge for a burlesque performance? Not sure about how to explain your current fee structure? I use the Live Performance Award to help explain to producers and potential gigs my fees.
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It’s always good – especially at the start of a new year or new course – to have some ideas to keep you motivated and engaged - especially as you get more confident as a burlesque student@
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You wouldn’t wake up and run a 5km race. So don’t expect yourself to be able to dance every step right out of the gate.
I am part way through teaching a new series of burlesque courses, ranging from the traditional classic style through to some pinup and neo burlesque styles.
Every time I get underway and see a new and amazing group of students coming in the door, I am always reminded at how hard people can be on themselves.
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“I love all the different styles of burlesque and the opportunity and excuse it gives you to be anyone you want” - Ms Chevious
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“She is flirty and fun with a touch of class.
She will be flicking her hair and toasting a glass.
She is Bubbly and bespoke, lust she will evoke.
She is expensive champagne you will want over again.” - Lily Le Blanc
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I definitely get asked about posing the body, and how you can make a dazzling impression.
Firstly, it’s all about the attitude. It doesn’t matter what pose or stance you take - you have to ‘attack’ it with the same level of delusional confidence of a certain presidential candidate.
And of course your burlesque alter ego and style is going to dictate a lot about the way you want to present yourself.
However, I always have some ‘go to’ positions that I share that make me feel pretty confident and comfortable on stage.
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Today, I want to share with you some tips on a great stretch for tight hips. I feel like every burlesque student that comes through the doors struggles with tightness in the hips!
And we all know that feeling of tightness and discomfort in our hips - and especially after a long day of sitting! Or if you are starting your burlesque journey and using some different muscles you can feel a bit tight.
Seated pigeon pose is one of my favourite poses to bring some relief to those tight muscles.
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Organising a great burlesque hens party can be an exciting and memorable experience for the bride-to-be and friends. There are definitely some tips and tricks on running a smooth night out, and making it as fun and memorable as it can be.
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Asteria Nyx was born. Inspired by Greek Goddesses, rock chicks and 80’s big hair - she’s one fearless woman!
Enjoy another post in my ongoing series of exceptionally sporadic posts - catching up with performers who are embarking on the Act Development Course.
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Feather boas are a timeless accessory that can add a touch of glamour to any routine and are pretty iconic burlesque accessories. Choosing and using a boa is a veritable minefield! There are different types of feather boas available - from vegan to ostrich, there are plenty of options to choose from. And plenty of tutorials for making your own!
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Whether you're a beginner or an experienced performer, it's natural to go through ups and downs when it comes to motivation. But fear not! In this blog post, I'll share some playful and informative tips to help you stay motivated and make the most out of your burlesque journey.
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Often when you are starting out in burlesque, it’s really common to want to rush to create a new act. It can be really helpful to focus on having one or two really polished acts - rather than a heap of undercooked performances. To do that you need to be able to give yourself the ‘feedback’ sandwich - building up your ability to give yourself helpful feedback!
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“…remember your students are the bedrock of your business. Your biggest cheerleaders and supporters. If you can build that relationship in those longer periods of time, I think that it builds your business awareness overall.”
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I was happy with my facial expressions and feedback from the audience and from my video was that the "Sass" came out which was one of the areas I was most worried about. - Ash the Queen of SASS
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The things I wish I knew when I started performing. I wish I knew a lot of what I know now.
The $5 shows. The shows that 3 people turned up to. The outdoor performances where the wind below me away. They did all teach me some invaluable lessons. I wish I had some of this expertise – but I wouldn’t take back some of those opportunities.
If you don’t want to experience the outback burlesque experiences, please benefit from some of my learnings:
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As I write this draft, Southern Tasmania has entered it’s first snap, ‘circuit breaker’ lockdown since the first stage of the COVID pandemic hit our shores in 2020.
But it got me out of my normal safety net, of my regular yoga schedule, and my gym routine. And reminded me of some of the great tools I have been able to access since the pandemic.
Here are my favourite channels!
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