You may know them as Ella & Rita Fontaine, the sparkling onstage characters, but these ladies of the stage are turning their crystal addiction into a family business with the launch of their Web-store: www.crystalqueen.com.au ​​The Fontaines, previously known as The Gamble Sisters, first stepped on to the Burlesque stage nearly ten years ago, and have since toured nationally performing with Sugartime Burlesque, the Ruby Revue, The Burlesque Ball, The Australian Burlesque Fes

My first Bombshells Ball was very nerve-wracking! My friend had convinced me to attend Jacqueline Furey’s Beginner Burlesque class and I went along for a bit of fun, but I was so self-conscious. I felt uncoordinated, and that being overweight made me stand out. I had surprised myself and enjoyed the classes, but here I was standing in the Lumen Room theatre, waiting to go on stage! How did I get to this point?! A few years ago I certainly never thought I could do a burlesque

Whether you’re planning a hens night, a birthday party or a corporate retreat, a burlesque dance workshop could be just the thing to make your event stand out! An opportunity for fancy dress, an easy icebreaker and a guaranteed recipe for giggles all in one, this vintage dance style is always a crowd pleaser. And if you think that burlesque is all about sitting back and watching, then think again. Discover your inner Dita Von Teese and get involved to make your event a night