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Burlesque Intensives with Jacqueline Furey!

Jacqueline Furey is a purveyor of the beautiful and bizarre, seamlessly blending sideshow, burlesque, and circus arts. From trained dancer to world-renowned stripteaser, she has built an extraordinary repertoire of thrilling skills, including fan dancing, fire eating, sword swallowing, knife target work, hair hanging, and more.

Furey has graced stages from gilded theatres to grand circus tents worldwide, headlining Reuben Kaye’s infamous cabaret The Kaye Hole and featuring in internationally acclaimed shows like Bernie Dieter’s Little Death Club and Chelsea McGuffin’s AZUL and Le Coup. In 2019, she captivated audiences on Australia's Got Talent with her “beauty and balls of steel.”

Notable appearances include Reuben Kaye’s The Kaye Hole (AUS, UK), Bernie Dieter’s Little Death Club and Klub Kabarett (AUS), Sheila Wolfe’s Vaudeville Variety Revue (EU), Chelsea McGuffin’s Le Coup and AZUL (AUS), The Box (UK), Torture Garden (UK), Australia’s Got Talent (AUS), The Wonderland Spiegeltent’s Popcorn Underground (AUS), Brunswick Picture House (AUS), Pink Flamingo’s Forbidden and Zirque Lala (AUS), and Zach Zucker’s Stamptown (UK).

~ SATURDAY 17TH & SUNDAY 18TH MAY 2025~

Saturday 17th May 3:00pm – 5:30pm

Act Development Intensive with Jacqueline Furey

Sunday 18th May 1:00pm – 2:30pm

Fan Dance Intensive 1 with Jacqueline Furey

Sunday 18th May 3:00pm – 4:30pm

Fan Dance Intensive 2 with Jacqueline Furey

ONE DAY ONLY – STRICTLY LIMITED PLACES AVAILABLE

Please note: these workshops have a capped number of places available so that each student will get the opportunity for one on one advice on any technique issues they may encounter.

Act Development Intensive with Jacqueline Furey

Whether your burlesque or variety act is in the conceptual or polishing stage, Jacqueline is here to help you take it to the next level. This workshop will cover:

Principles of engaging act creation.
Commanding a stage and connecting with your audience.
Best practices for booking gigs and theatre etiquette.
One-on-one guidance and personalized feedback.
Space to rehearse, finesse, or experiment with new ideas.

There will also be group and one on one time for Jacqueline to answer any additional questions you might have about your solo performance journey.

Please note: Jacqueline will provide guidance on the staging, presentation, and theatrical development of circus and sideshow acts, but is not able to offer instruction or coaching on the skills themselves. Additionally, the studio space may not be able to accommodate potentially dangerous props or apparatuses used in circus or sideshow performance. Please reach out to discuss your requirements before booking if your act involves such elements.

This workshop capacity is strictly limited to ensure thorough and individualized attention.

TEACHER: Jacqueline Furey

TIMETABLE: 3:00 – 5:30pm, Saturday 17th May 2025

VENUE: The Bombshell Burlesque Academy, 4/219 Given Terrace, Paddington

BRING: Comfortable clothes, a water bottle, and any relevant materials for your act development such as costume pieces, props, notebooks, laptop, inspiration images, or music.

Fan Dance Intensive 1 with Jacqueline Furey

Suitable for absolute beginners to professionals, this workshop covers all the basics of the glamourous art of feather fan dancing, including:

Appropriate stretching for fan dancing.
Fundamental techniques, movements, and lines for captivating performances.
Building a strong foundation for advanced fan dance techniques.

Whether you’re trying something new or refining your skills, this class is for you!

This class is suitable for all levels of fitness and experience.

TEACHER: Jacqueline Furey

TIMETABLE: 1:00 – 2:30pm, Sunday 18th May 2025

VENUE: The Bombshell Burlesque Academy, 4/219 Given Terrace, Paddington

BRING: Bring your own pair of burlesque feather fans, clothes suitable for dancing and stretching in, and heels suitable for dancing in. Please also bring a water bottle and yoga mat if you prefer to use one when stretching. Please check out our blog for tips on purchasing your first set of feather fans here: https://www.bombshellacademy.com.au/single-post/how-to-select-your-first-feather-fans

Fan Dance Intensive 2 with Jacqueline Furey

This intensive is suitable for intermediate fan dancers or those who have previously attended Jacqueline Furey’s fan workshops, including Fan Dance Intensive 1 on the same day.

We'll focus on:

Creating your own unique style of fan dancing.
Mastering advanced movements, transitions, and musicality.
Flowing basic movements into seamless choreography.
Stage presence, prop handling, and travel tips.
Warm-down stretching and rehabilitation for muscle groups used in fan dance.

This class is great for those looking to improve their skills for solo performances and master musicality and choreography for fan dance!

TEACHER: Jacqueline Furey

TIMETABLE: 3:00 – 4:30pm, Sunday 18th May 2025

VENUE: The Bombshell Burlesque Academy, 4/219 Given Terrace, Paddington

COST

Saturday 17th May 3:00pm – 5:30pm: Act Development Intensive with Jacqueline Furey (2.5hrs) - $239

Sunday 18th May 1:00pm – 2:30pm: Fan Dance Intensive 1 with Jacqueline Furey (1.5hrs) - $79

Sunday 18th May 3:00pm – 4:30pm: Fan Dance Intensive 2 with Jacqueline Furey (1.5hrs) - $79

Use code FUREY on checkout to receive a 10% discount when you purchase two or more intensives with Jacqueline Furey.

TO ENROL

Choose the Burlesque Intensives with Jacqueline Furey item in our online store to book.

By enrolling in these workshops, you acknowledge and agree to all Terms & Conditions of enrollment.

Burlesque Workshops with Winter Greene!

Two parts emo boy and one part Disney princess, it’s the androgynous burlesque drag kid of your fever dreams, Winter Greene!

An award winning versatile artist, Winter is the winner of the MEDEA Burlesque Rising Star Award (2024), and titleholder of Mx Burlesque Melbourne (2023). They have entertained crowds across the nation; including touring Australia with Bonez Alternative Queer Party, and performing at events such as the Perth International Burlesque Festival, Melbourne Fringe, WorldPride 2023, and many, many, (many) more.

~ SUNDAY 15TH JUNE 2025~
12:30pm – 2:00pm Vampire Floorwork with Winter Greene

2:30pm – 4pm Draglesque with Winter Greene

ONE DAY ONLY – STRICTLY LIMITED PLACES AVAILABLE

Vampire Floorwork with Winter Greene

Channel your inner gothic creature of the night with the dark prince of camp, Winter Greene!

In this workshop we will explore:

• Character work finding your inner vampire (are they hot? Camp? Weird? All three? The possibilities are endless!)

• A choreographed piece with room to improvise and play

• Beginner floorwork tricks

This workshop is open to all experience levels, however please note we will be dancing on the floor! Expect to be bending, standing, and kneeling. This class isn't recommended to those with knee injuries.

All gender expressions welcome.

TEACHER: Winter Greene

TIMETABLE: 12:30pm – 2:00pm Sunday 15th June 2025

VENUE: The Bombshell Burlesque Academy, 4/219 Given Terrace, Paddington

BRING: Please bring knee pads, a water bottle, and whatever shoes make you feel like a vampire!

Draglesque with Winter Greene

Burlesque? Drag? Why not both!

Join esteemed draglesque weirdo Winter Greene as they show you ways to play with blending drag camp-ery and burlesque tease.

In this workshop we will explore:

• Exploring draglesque choreography through different ways of movement

• Finding character and intention on stage

• Lip synching techniques

We will be doing physical movement, drama exercises, and a short piece of choreography!

This workshop is open to all experience levels, all fitness levels, and all gender expressions.

TEACHER: Winter Greene

TIMETABLE: 2:30pm – 4:00pm Sunday 15th June 2025

VENUE: The Bombshell Burlesque Academy, 4/219 Given Terrace, Paddington

BRING: Bring a water bottle and clothes you can move in

COST

12:30pm – 2:00pm Vampire Floorwork with Winter Greene (1.5hrs) - $55

2:30pm – 4pm Draglesque with Winter Greene (1.5hrs) - $55

Use code WINTER on checkout to receive a 10% discount when you purchase both workshops in the same transaction with Winter Greene.

TO ENROL

Choose the Burlesque Workshops with Winter Greene item in our online store to book.

By enrolling in these workshops, you acknowledge and agree to all Terms & Conditions of enrollment.

Act Elevation Sessions with Citrine Velvetine!

Ready to slay smarter, not harder? Citrine Velvetine is bringing her sparkle, stage savvy, and bag of tricks to present two fabulous Act Elevation Sessions:

So You Think You Need a Prop — Dreaming of glitter cannons and giant fans? Let’s make sure your props serve your act (not steal your spotlight). Brainstorm how to design lightweight, travel-friendly props that wow and work backstage.

Red Carpet Realness: Walking, Posing & Branding Yourself — It’s not just a pretty outfit; it’s your first reveal! Learn to walk with power, pose with confidence, and brand yourself before the act even starts.

With 8+ years as a performer, costume and prop designer, stylist, and stage manager, Citrine knows how to create unforgettable acts — without causing backstage chaos. The “Crystal Queer” is here to help you strut, shine, and sparkle smarter than ever.

~ SUNDAY 8TH JUNE 2025~
12:30pm – 2:30pm So You Think You Need A Prop?

3:00pm – 5:00pm Red Carpet Realness: Walking, Posing with Power & Branding Yourself

ONE DAY ONLY

Please note that both Act Elevation Sessions have strictly limited numbers to ensure one on one attention.

So You Think You Need A Prop

Are you drowning in props — or just dreaming of building a giant glitter cannon? Before you haul a circus onto the stage, Citrine Velvetine is here to help! In this act elevation session, we’ll dive into the glamorous (and sometimes chaotic) world of props.

Bring your big ideas and let’s workshop whether they’re elevating your act — or stealing your spotlight. You’ll pick up tips and tricks for creating lightweight, travel-friendly props that’ll have you serving drama without suffering backstage. This is your chance to design smarter, not harder — and make every prop a powerful part of your performance.

TEACHER: Citrine Velvetine

TIMETABLE: 12:30pm – 2:30pm Sunday 8th June 2025

VENUE: The Bombshell Burlesque Academy, 4/219 Given Terrace, Paddington

BRING:

Your ideas and inspiration boards,
photos/videos of large props (please don’t lug your giant volcano into the studio)
small-medium props welcome in person
notepad/ipad to take notes

Red Carpet Realness: Walking, Posing with Power & Branding Yourself

There’s more to the red carpet than just a pretty outfit — it’s about selling who you are before your first reveal. In this workshop, Citrine Velvetine will show you how to make the most of the red carpet (or stage!) moment, blending pageant polish with burlesque boldness. You’re in safe hands with this beauty queen - she’s snagged three Burlesque titles, six Pinup crowns, and knows exactly how to make any garment look like a million bucks!

Learn how to design your outfit to reflect your performer brand, walk with purpose, pose with confidence, and command attention — even when you’re wrangling dramatic costume pieces or skirts the size of small countries.

Discover the secrets to choreographing your walk to leave a lasting impression. Whether you’re prepping for a pageant, a competition, or just want to slay every grand entrance, Citrine will help you strut like the star you are.

She’s ready to help you not just wear a look — but sell it with style, sparkle, and power.

TEACHER: Citrine Velvetine

TIMETABLE: 3:00pm – 5:00pm Sunday 8th June 2025

VENUE: The Bombshell Burlesque Academy, 4/219 Given Terrace, Paddington

BRING:

Comfortable clothing to move in,
Heels or performance shoe of choice,
Photos or videos of outfits to workshop
Optional: Large or challenging costume piece, red carpet outfit or a long garment to practice with
Optional: Short 60word performer bio

COST

12:30pm – 2:30pm So You Think You Need A Prop? (2hrs) - $99

3:00pm – 5:00pm Red Carpet Realness: Walking, Posing with Power & Branding Yourself (2hrs) - $99

Use code VELVETINE on checkout to attend both Act Elevation Sessions with Citrine Velvetine for a total cost of $169.

TO ENROL

Choose the Act Elevation Sessions with Citrine Velvetine item in our online store to book.

By enrolling in these workshops, you acknowledge and agree to all Terms & Conditions of enrollment.