Looking to improve your home practice space, or get started learning via a virtual classroom? Check out some of our tips and suggestions for setting up a home learning space that’s fun, functional and encourages learning. 1. Know your Online Resources If you are learning a particular curriculum from home, for example our studio’s Virtual […]
We sat down with Jessica, the creative force behind Tempest Eve. You may remember some of the beautiful Tempest Eve pieces that we posed with at our popular Disneybounding pinup workshop, or perhaps you’ve seen them onstage around Perth! To celebrate Jessica returning to the studio on April 5 2020 for our GODDESS pinup workshop, […]
We are loving this quick, fun and easy brow blocking tutorial from our own cabaret diva, Cece Desist! Take the mystery out of this common drag and cosplay technique, with Cece’s entertaining quick guide. WHAT YOU NEED: – A washable glue stick Cece recommends Elmer’s Washable Glue Sticks, available from Spotlight – A translucent powder […]
We sat down with one of our newest Lady Velvet Cabaret starlets to find out find out about her journey to Paris, and her life dancing at the most famous cabaret in the world. In July 2016 the Moulin Rouge were doing an audition tour around Australia. When I heard they were coming to Perth […]
Are you wanting to get more out of your dance classes? The teacher is always there to help you but here are five strategies you can focus on yourself in class, to improve in a positive way. 1. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes Ever feel like you failed an exercise in class because you […]
Neo-burlesque, while technically referring to any contemporary burlesque created as part of the revival, has come to mean different things to current performers. Today we explore what makes “Neo” unique, and get your creative juices flowing, just in time for Sugar du Joure’s upcoming course: THIS IS NEO BURLESQUE. 1. Exploring contemporary themes Burlesque is […]
It is so exciting to be a fresh performer just getting established on the stage, or a more experienced artist ready to take the plunge and apply for festivals, events, or troupes… Want to level up your Burlesque prowess? Experienced producers or directors have a keen eye for the fine details, so sometimes a small […]
So, you’ve fallen in love with burlesque and think you’re ready to become a striptease sensation yourself? WAIT! Before you quit your day job and spend 3 days maxing out your credit card at Spotlight, there are a number of things you need to consider. Having been in the industry for the past 10 years, […]
To celebrate the announcement of our Picnic Pinups workshop, resident LVC picnic connoisseur Bambi la Belle has shared her top 5 items to include on your Pinup Picnic packing list! If you’re heading out on a summer picnic, be sure to include… Beautiful Blankets! Of course a super cute picnic blanket will never go astray on […]
Lucinda Panties shares some thoughts on what Lady Velvet Cabaret means to her as we prepare to celebrate our 10th birthday at Badlands Bar (formerly Deville’s Pad) on November 10, 2019. When I first discovered the Perth burlesque community, it was 2009 – I didn’t realise that at the same time, a brave young woman […]