Burlesque combines dance, music, and parody as a way to both celebrate and ridicule sexuality—and studies suggest dancers can reap social and emotional benefits.

KINGSTON TWP. — Women gathered for a burlesque workshop at The Silver Broomstick on Saturday did much more than learn how to move, they learned how to appreciate their body and feel good about ...

For the performers of Birthday Suit Burlesque, body positivity comes from getting onstage and doing seductive, funny, or shocking numbers at their monthly themed shows. The troupe’s upcoming Under the ...

Mercury Stardust doesn’t know what exactly drew her to Madison’s punk-oriented burlesque dancing scene, she wouldn’t be who she is now without it. Surprisingly, “getting naked in front of strangers” ...

Alumnae Lounge hasn't seen this much action all semester. "Carnivale," Tufts Burlesque Troupe's second-ever show, will feature an array of corsets, sequins, stilettos and stockings of all kinds: neon, ...

On the first night of the Oregon Burlesque Festival, performer Eva D'Luscious takes the stage for a high heel shoe-themed solo act on Sept. 20, 2024. On a warm Friday night in September, a crowd ...

Amid flashing red lights reflecting off the walls of the Louis Room this weekend, audiences were greeted with lacy lingerie, burlesque and pole dancing performances from dancers like “Miss Demeanor” ...

Life is a stage ... So we spoke to four confident women about how to shine, even when you're feeling a little insecure. Lola Torch, Molly Teasely, Lacy O'Ceans and Kitty Catatonic are burlesque ...

DECATUR - "All tease, no sleaze." Her influence is omnipresent. She designs all the costuming, choreographs all the dance numbers and trains new members, all while still performing on stage. She also ...

Fancy Feast is a plus-size burlesque performer who wants to inspire others to be self-confident. She’s an advocate for body positivity and owning her story and her body—and her confidence is ...