Want to feel confident for your group performance? These easy rehearsal techniques will help your routine stick between classes. Your weekly class is where you learn the choreography, but confidence on stage comes from having the routine firm in your mind and settled into your muscle memory. Our tutors often make a class video available, which is a fantastic tool, but spending a little time revisiting the routine during the week can make a huge difference when it comes time t

Packing for your first burlesque show can feel a little overwhelming. Some people are ultra minimal. Some people pack the kitchen sink. The sweet spot is somewhere in between. Prefer to listen to Lila ramble about this rather than reading? Hit play on the audio below: Download your show day packing cheat sheet here: What you pack your things in is entirely up to you. You do not need a special “show bag” to be a real performer. A well-loved tote, suitcase, or carry-on that’s

Choosing a stage name is one of the most exciting parts of stepping into burlesque. It feels like a milestone, like you’re finally becoming a performer. And because of that, it’s very easy to want to choose something immediately and move on. But here’s the thing: a stage name sticks. It follows you through classes, shows, posters, introductions, Instagram handles, and awkward MC pronunciations for years. Sometimes decades. So while it feels like a small decision, it’s actu

Cello Bordello shares her go-to tips and tricks for tights, stockings, and everything in between.

As any burlesque aficionado knows, feathers play a huge part in our history. The minute Sally Rand stepped out at the 1933 Chicago...

It’s coming up to tax time! It pays to learn what work-related expenses you can claim from your income in burlesque. As it's likely that...

Hi everyone, I’m Ruby Corvette! I’m a burlesque dancer of Chinese descent, based in Brisbane (traditionally known as Meanjin). My great...

Ready to take your act to the next level? Liane Barker of Brush and Pen Studio shares her tips for creating the perfect prop! Props are a...

When it comes to being up on that stage you want to look like a superstar - there’s no wallflowers here! So your facial features need to...

To celebrate the incredible, talented and diverse students of The Bombshell Burlesque Academy, we are featuring students who run their...