Burlesque Workshops with Maple Rose!
Known as the “Queen of Classic Burlesque”, Maple Rose is a household name in the Australian burlesque scene after 16 years in the industry. She’s here to prove that “classic burlesque” doesn’t have to be boring. Either with feather fans or tapping toes, Maple will take you on a deep dive into burlesque history.
Maple is known the world over for teaching and mentoring in the art of burlesque. She’s even tutored the Moulin Rouge Fan Dancers online! Join Maple in her array of classes to fine tune your grinds, lubricate those wrists and finesse your fan dancing! With a focus on burlesque history, mindful movement, and fan dance technique, Maple’s classes are for anyone keen to find their inner sensuality encouraging play and performance skills.
Maple Rose has been voted as one of the most influential Burlesque Artists in the world in the 21st Century Burlesque Magazine’s Top 50 Lists in for 5 years running (2021-2025). She competed for “Best Debut” at the Burlesque Hall of Fame in 2025, won the 1st Runner-Up Crown at the Mx Burlesque Australia Grand Final 2018 as well as the title of Mx Burlesque Melbourne 2018. Maple was honoured to headline the world’s largest burlesque festival in October 2020 & April 2022 - The Australian Burlesque Festival.
~ SUNDAY 26th July 2026~
11:00am – 12:30pm: Feather Fan Flow Tricks, Twirls & Zippers with Maple Rose
1:00pm – 2:30pm: Floorwork Like A Lady with Maple Rose
ONE DAY ONLY – STRICTLY LIMITED PLACES AVAILABLE
FAN FLOW FLOW TRICKS, TWIRLS & ZIPPERS WITH MAPLE ROSE
Step into the dizzying world of fan-flow with this technique focused workshop led by fan dance dynamo Maple Rose! Known worldwide for her online fan classes, Maple breaks down the fundamentals of fluid fan flow while teaching the mechanics behind twirls, zippers, weaves and windmills.
In this fast-paced workshop, you’ll explore how to make your fans feel like an extension of your body, rolling effortlessly from one movement to the next. Maple will break down the technique of alignment, grip management and posture while also explaining the difference between each move, so you can perfect each twirl and build combinations that feel clean and intentional.
TEACHER: Maple Rose
TIMETABLE: 11am – 12:30pm, Sunday 26th July 2026
SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate - This workshop is perfect for experienced fan dancers who are ready to take their fan manipulation skills to new heights.
VENUE: The Bombshell Burlesque Academy, 4/219 Given Terrace, Paddington
BRING: Your own pair of burlesque feather fans, wear comfy, form-fitting clothing that does not restrict your movement. Heeled dance shoes are optional.
FLOORWORK LIKE A LADY
Did you ever see Tempest Storm plonk her bum on the floor? Absolutely not! In this 1.5h dance intensive workshop, we’re going to learn how to get down and dirty the lady-like way. Explore the floor work stylings of the queens from the glory days!
Focusing on getting up and down off the floor, we will play with slides, rolls, kicks and bends to get that desired drop without the need to be uber flexible or overtly erotic.
TEACHER: Maple Rose
TIMETABLE: 1pm – 2:30pm, Sunday 26th July 2026
SKILL LEVEL: Open – Suitable to ANYONE keen to learn floor tricks from the past. Options for any level experience will be given.
VENUE: The Bombshell Burlesque Academy, 4/219 Given Terrace, Paddington
BRING: A pair of low dance heels (socks are also fine), wear long leggings for slippage, and a pair of small knee pads will help keep your knees bruise free.
COST
11:00am – 12:30pm: Feather Fan Flow Tricks, Twirls & Zippers with Maple Rose (1.5hrs) - $60
1:00pm – 2:30pm: Floorwork Like A Lady with Maple Rose (1.5hrs) - $60
Book in to both workshops with Maple Rose in one transaction and enjoy 10% off the price of both!
TO ENROL
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By enrolling in these workshops, you acknowledge and agree to all Terms & Conditions of enrollment.
Burlesque Workshops with Kitty Obsidian!
Fierce, fat and FAboriginal! Kitty Obsidian is a proud Wiradjuri/Gamilaroi trans performer specialising in slow seduction, ferocious fetish and sickening sideshows. They once broke a man's nose with their boobs (true story!), and their body is so banging the ABC televised them completely nude.
Father of Haus of Obsidian, an all-BIPOC queer burlesque and drag house, Kitty holds more titles than a royal: Mx First Nation Australia 2025, MEADES Burlesque Performer of the Year 2025, Trans Person of the Year 2024, and #33 on the 21st Century Top 50 Most Influential Burlesque Artists. The Don of the Melbourne Queer Mafia: it's Kitty Obsidian.
Their fearless approach has earned them admiration around the globe, and now they are sharing their skills at Bombshell Academy for one day only on August 9th!
~ SUNDAY 9th August 2026~
1pm – 2:30pm SLOW, BABY, SLOW! with Kitty Obsidian
3pm – 4:30pm KINK IN PERFORMANCE with Kitty Obsidian
ONE DAY ONLY – STRICTLY LIMITED PLACES AVAILABLE
SLOW, BABY, SLOW! with Kitty Obsidian
Kitty Obsidian guides performers in mastering the art of anticipation and teasing the audience to its fullest potential. Slow it down, baby, take your time! From posture and muscle control to breath, pause and presence, this workshop covers how to create and control tension, slow down your movements, and take up space and time in your act. You'll learn to capture perfect photo moments through attention-grabbing poses and shapes, leaving a lasting impression both on stage and in the spotlight.
With a focus on body awareness, you'll explore dynamic shapes and textures through movement, playing with pace and presence to turn stillness into a powerful tool for seduction. Drawing on their experience in burlesque and fetish performance, Kitty will show you how to hold your audience's attention with grace and magnetism, leaving them wanting more with every slow, deliberate move. Perfect for slow seduction at any level.
This class is suitable for students of all levels of fitness, all levels of experience, and all gender expressions.
TEACHER: Kitty Obsidian
TIMETABLE: 1pm – 2:30pm Sunday 9th August 2026
VENUE: The Bombshell Burlesque Academy, 4/219 Given Terrace, Paddington
BRING: Shoes you can move/dance in, notebook/pen or notes taking app, water bottle, comfy clothes that you can move in.
KINK IN PERFORMANCE with Kitty Obsidian
Let's break down kink in performance! This workshop covers the ethics, legality, safety risks and history of kink as it intersects with stage and performance spaces. Whether you're curious about incorporating kink elements into your act or already working with them, this is the workshop for you.
Kitty will walk you through the resources available to performers navigating this space, how to find and vet instructors, and why vetting matters. Drawing on 14 years of industry experience across burlesque, fetish performance and education, they'll give you the knowledge and confidence to engage with kink in performance responsibly, safely and with full awareness of the landscape around you.
No prior kink experience necessary. Come curious, leave informed.
This class is suitable for students of all levels of fitness, all levels of experience, and all gender expressions.
TEACHER: Kitty Obsidian
TIMETABLE: 3pm – 4:30pm Sunday 9th August 2026
VENUE: The Bombshell Burlesque Academy, 4/219 Given Terrace, Paddington
BRING: Shoes you can move/dance in, notebook/pen or notes taking app, water bottle, comfy clothes that you can move in.
COST
1pm – 2:30pm SLOW, BABY, SLOW! with Kitty Obsidian (1.5hrs) - $60
3pm – 4:30pm KINK IN PERFORMANCE with Kitty Obsidian (1.5hrs) - $60
Book in to both workshops with Kitty Obsidian in one transaction and enjoy 10% off the price of both!
TO ENROL
Choose the Burlesque Workshops with Kitty Obsidian item in our online store to book.
By enrolling in these workshops, you acknowledge and agree to all Terms & Conditions of enrollment.