Month: October 2011

A loving farewell to Joan Arline, Burlesque Legend.

A loving farewell to Joan Arline, Burlesque Legend.

Sad news made its way around the burlesque community yesterday – Joan Arline, The Sexquire Girl, passed away on Sunday, October 16th from leukemia. Her last official performance was in June at…

The Burlesque Ball: Magical Moments and New Beginnings…

The Burlesque Ball, 2011 is almost upon us – an annual Australian tour of grand spectacle and all-star international headliners. Founder and producer, Jac Bowie discusses the Ball’s beginnings, highlights and future…

Red Herring’s Toronto Burlesque Festival Diary: Saturday

Red Herring’s Toronto Burlesque Festival Diary: Saturday

Back to class! Saturday morning saw me up and out early for two classes at Coco Framboise‘s Burlesque University! I am an avid taker of classes, and last year’s university classes were…

Red Herring’s Toronto Burlesque Festival Diary: Friday

Red Herring’s Toronto Burlesque Festival Diary: Friday

Why are your eyelashes wonky whenever you’re in a hurry? That’s what I want to know… A gorgeous sunny day, accompanied by a hellish heatwave, had turned grey and dreary as I…

A Burlesque Masterclass with Cabaret New Burlesque

Burlesque Masterclass with Cabaret New Burlesque

Full details below… Covering everything from music selection, onstage persona and presence, to dancing in heels and some good old bump ‘n’ grind, this is a rare opportunity not to be missed!…