It’s been a monumental year for Jessabelle Thunder. Already renowned for her good sense, proactivity and vision – not to mention world class stagecraft – she was crowned Miss Exotic World 2025…
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On April 29 this year, I met Jessabelle Thunder for a customary outing to the V&A museum. She visits London as often as she can, keen to make a second home here…
And just like that, this whirlwind of a weekend is over. Photos courtesy of SHPhotografia, along with some standout highlights from yours truly. Full photo selection below, with further photos of all…
The Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekender 2025 has crowned its Tournament of Tease 2025 winners. Images courtesy of SHPhotografia. Full writeup and performance photos to follow tomorrow. Find out more at bhofweekend.com…
When the scene queries and discusses the activity of the Burlesque Hall of Fame, it’s so easy to refer to it as a collective ‘They’, as if it’s a monolithic, mysterious entity.…
Dancing from a young age, Margo Mayhem is a Broadway darling turned burlesque dancer with an impressive string of accolades to her name. At the Burlesque Hall of Fame Tournament of Tease…
This morning (PST), the board and leadership of the Burlesque Hall of Fame have announced their decision to ‘indefinitely suspend the museum’s operation, effective July 20, 2025’. In an email to members and…
Live Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend results from the 2019 Tournament of Tease, including the title of Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque; Best Debut; Best Boylesque; and Best Groups. Stay…
Last night, in the Orleans Showroom in Las Vegas, INGA was crowned Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque 2018. Jessabelle Thunder took 1st Runner Up, with Elle Dorado in third place. Read…
Live Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend results from the 2018 Tournament of Tease, including the title of Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque; Best Debut; Best Boylesque; and Best Groups. Stay…
Tas Deville reports on the Miss Exotic World category at the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend 2017 Tournament of Tease. Here we are once more, sparkle folx: another year rolls forth, bringing with it another…
The RESULTS are in! The winners have been crowned! Now get a glimpse of the performances awarded Best Debut, Best Boylesque, Best Small Group, Best Large Group, Most Comedic, Most Classic and…
The RESULTS are in! The winners have been crowned! Now get a glimpse of the acts awarded 2nd Runner Up, 1st Runner Up and Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque.…
The 27th Annual Tournament of Tease at the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend 2017 has just concluded in the Orleans Showroom. The highly anticipated results are as follows: Miss Exotic World, Reigning…
Live Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend results from the 2017 Tournament of Tease, including the title of Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque; Best Debut; Best Boylesque; and Best Groups. Stay…
It was so popular in 2015, we’ve brought it back! The 2017 edition of Miss Exotic World Match Game continues, where the ten contenders battling it out for Reigning Queen of…
It was so popular in 2015, we’ve brought it back! The 2017 edition of Miss Exotic World Match Game continues, where the ten contenders battling it out for Reigning Queen of…
It was so popular in 2015, we’ve brought it back! The 2017 edition of Miss Exotic World Match Game continues, where the ten contenders battling it out for Reigning Queen of…
It was so popular in 2015, we’ve brought it back! The 2017 edition of Miss Exotic World Match Game continues, where the ten contenders battling it out for Reigning Queen of…
It was so popular in 2015, we’ve brought it back! The 2017 edition of Miss Exotic World Match Game continues, where the ten contenders battling it out for Reigning Queen of…
It was so popular in 2015, we’ve brought it back! Welcome to the 2017 edition of Miss Exotic World Match Game, where the ten contenders battling it out for Reigning Queen…
It was so popular in 2015, we’re bringing it back! Welcome to the 2017 edition of Miss Exotic World Match Game, where the ten contenders battling it out for Reigning Queen…
In the most breathtakingly candid account 21st Century Burlesque Magazine has ever published from a Queen of Burlesque on the experience of wearing the crown, Poison Ivory, Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque…
Jeez Loueez, The Honeybadger of Burlesque and social media warrior, shares her Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend 2016 rollercoaster with 21st Century Burlesque Magazine readers. Buckle up! Wednesday Another year, another…
Tas DeVille reviews the Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque category at the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend 2016 for 21st Century Burlesque Magazine. It’s that time of year again, glitter…
Little did they know, but the audience at the Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekender in April 2016 were treated to the winning act of the new Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of…
The winners of the most prestigious night in the burlesque calendar have been decided at the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend 2016. Poison Ivory took the coveted Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque…
Live Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend results from the 2016 Tournament of Tease, including the title of Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque; Best Debut; Best Boylesque; and Best Group… Winner…
We’re pleased to announce that application results for The Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekender 2016 will be coming out soon. With hundreds of applications from performers around the world, there will be…
Trixie Little is Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque 2015, and her winning act at the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend sure was a-peel-ing! Want to know what inspired this act?…
Kitty Bang Bang reports candidly on the 2015 battle for the ultimate burlesque title: Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque… 21st Century Burlesque Magazine Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend 2015 Coverage…
The star-studded and heartfelt step-down of 2014’s Queen of Burlesque was a highlight of this year’s Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend. The ever-elegant Midnite Martini shared a few words with Crystal Tassels about…
At The Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend Tournament of Tease, ten incredible women competed for the title of Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque 2015. The coveted crown went to…
At The Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend Tournament of Tease, ten incredible women competed for the title of Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque 2015. The coveted crown went to…
The Burlesque Hall of Fame has crowned a new Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque: Trixie Little! You have enjoyed photos of her crowning and victory celebrations; now you can see…
New York pocket rocket Trixie Little has been crowned Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque 2015 at the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend Tournament of Tease in The Orleans Showroom, Las…
Live Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend results from the 2015 Tournament of Tease, including the title of Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque; Best Debut; Best Boylesque; and Best Group… 21st…
For this year’s pre-BHoF contender profiles, the Miss Exotic World hopefuls were asked to play a burlesque edition of Match Game, with an added challenge – inspired by RuPaul’s Snatch Game version…
For this year’s pre-BHoF contender profiles, the Miss Exotic World hopefuls were asked to play a burlesque edition of Match Game, with an added challenge – inspired by RuPaul’s Snatch Game version…
For this year’s pre-BHoF contender profiles, the Miss Exotic World hopefuls were asked to play a burlesque edition of Match Game, with an added challenge – inspired by RuPaul’s Snatch Game version…
For this year’s pre-BHoF contender profiles, the Miss Exotic World hopefuls were asked to play a burlesque edition of Match Game, with an added challenge – inspired by RuPaul’s Snatch Game version…
For this year’s pre-BHoF contender profiles, the Miss Exotic World hopefuls were asked to play a burlesque edition of Match Game, with an added challenge – inspired by RuPaul’s Snatch Game version…
For this year’s pre-BHoF contender profiles, the Miss Exotic World hopefuls were asked to play a burlesque edition of Match Game, with an added challenge – inspired by RuPaul’s Snatch Game version…
For this year’s pre-BHoF contender profiles, the Miss Exotic World hopefuls were asked to play a burlesque edition of Match Game, with an added challenge – inspired by RuPaul’s Snatch Game version…
For this year’s pre-BHoF contender profiles, the Miss Exotic World hopefuls were asked to play a burlesque edition of Match Game, with an added challenge – inspired by RuPaul’s Snatch Game version…
For this year’s pre-BHoF contender profiles, the Miss Exotic World hopefuls were asked to play a burlesque edition of Match Game, with an added challenge – inspired by RuPaul’s Snatch Game version…
For this year’s pre-BHoF contender profiles, the Miss Exotic World hopefuls were asked to play a burlesque edition of Match Game, with an added challenge – inspired by RuPaul’s Snatch Game…
The Burlesque Hall of Fame is preparing to celebrate an epic, milestone year, marking the 50th Anniversary of the Burlesque Hall of Fame and the 58th Annual Striptease Reunion. The full 2015…
View the winning acts in this collection of Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend 2014 videos – all on one handy page! Watch Reigning Queen Midnite Martini and runner ups Medianoche and Ginger…
12 Tips on Supporting Friends in Burlesque Competitions, by Jo Weldon. In the world of burlesque, ballyhoo is part of the fun. Taglines and titles pique the audience’s curiousity and make for…
Kitty Bang Bang reviews the Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque category at the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend 2014. Click here for her thoughts on the Debut category… When the…
Midnite Martini’s recent victory at the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend has been praised and celebrated as a refreshing, encouraging, delightful surprise, and those of you who read her pre-pageant interview will…
Jo Weldon describes the history and judging process of the Miss Exotic World Pageant at the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend… Jennie Lee, a burlesque star of the 1950s, conceived the Burlesque…
Enjoy these photos of 1st Runner Up Medianoche and 2nd Runner Up Ginger Valentine, who dazzled the judges and the audience at Saturday night’s Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend 2014 Tournament of…
Enjoy these photos of our new Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque, Midnite Martini, who gave a stunning winning performance at last night’s Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend 2014 Tournament of…
Live Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend results from the 2014 Tournament of Tease, including the title of Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque; Best Debut; Best Boylesque; and Best Group… 21st…
It’s that time of year again when the ten wonderful women selected to compete for Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque face my pre-pageant interview. This year, the contenders were sent…
With only a few days to go until the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend 2014, I am pleased to present an interview with Executive Producer Joyce Tang. Joyce plays a vital and…
It’s that time of year again when the ten wonderful women selected to compete for Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque face my pre-pageant interview. This year, the contenders were sent…
It’s that time of year again when the ten wonderful women selected to compete for Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque face my pre-pageant interview. This year, the contenders were sent…
It’s that time of year again when the ten wonderful women selected to compete for Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque face my pre-pageant interview. This year, the contenders were sent…
It’s that time of year again when the ten wonderful women selected to compete for Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque face my pre-pageant interview. This year, the contenders were sent…
It’s that time of year again when the ten wonderful women selected to compete for Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque face my pre-pageant interview. This year, the contenders were sent…
It’s that time of year again when the ten wonderful women selected to compete for Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque face my pre-pageant interview. This year, the contenders were sent…
It’s that time of year again when the ten wonderful women selected to compete for Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque face my pre-pageant interview. This year, the contenders were sent…
It’s that time of year again when the ten wonderful women selected to compete for Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque face my pre-pageant interview. This year, the contenders were sent…
Roxi DLite, Miss Exotic World 2010, shares her Burlesque Hall of Fame 2013 experience… I remember first hearing about this place called Exotic World as far back as nearly a decade. A…
There are ongoing arguments about the use of the term ‘burlesque community’, but friends, fans and supporters of Dixie Evans across the world are truly united in mourning the loss of a…
I visited with Dixie Evans in June of this year. It was the first time I’d gotten to see her since her stroke. She was in a very comfortable recovery center, in…
LouLou D’vil, a fabulous Finn who embodies the golden age of classic striptease, was crowned Miss Exotic World 2013, the Reigning Queen of Burlesque on Saturday, June 1st at the Burlesque Hall…
Last night, at the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend 2013, LouLou D’vil from Finland was crowned Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque 2013 at the end of an incredible night of…
The Burlesque Hall of Fame winners at the 2013 Tournament of Tease have been announced, including the title of Miss Exotic World, Reigning Queen of Burlesque; Best Debut; Best Boylesque; and Best…
Footage of Miss Indigo Blue’s amazing handover at the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend 2012 is now available online, and you can watch it below. Burlesque Beat’s J.D. Oxblood describes the epic…
Presenting our new Reigning Queen of Burlesque, Miss Exotic World, 2012 – Imogen Kelly! I am so pleased that Imogen Kelly has been recognised and rewarded for a fantastic performance; a performance…
In the first of the BHoF 2012 diaries, ‘Best Duo’ co-winner and Chicago Starlet, Frenchie Kiss shares her daily entries… Thursday Dear Diary, I can’t believe it finally arrived, my favourite weekend…
21st Century Burlesque Magazine has teamed up with Orangeroads Photography to bring you exclusive and gorgeous photos from each of the fabulous BHoF showcases this weekend and, of course, the Saturday night…
Reigning Queen of Burlesque 2012 Imogen Kelly First Runner-Up:Ophelia Flame Second Runner-Up:Trixie Little Best Boylesque:Russell Bruner Best Debut:Ruby Joule Best Group: The Peek-A-Boo Revue Best Duo: Frenchie Kiss and Jett Adore…
Friday night show photos coming up, but first, enjoy these daytime snaps! Send me your snaps at bhof@21stcenturyburlesque.com – more to come soon! www.BurlesqueHall.com
21st Century Burlesque Magazine has teamed up with Orangeroads Photography to bring you exclusive and gorgeous photos from each of the fabulous BHoF showcases this weekend and, of course, the Saturday night…
Show photos from Thursday night coming soon! In the meantime, here are some snaps from some of the gorgeous attendees out and about at The Orleans! Send me your snaps at bhof@21stcenturyburlesque.com…
One of the most enjoyable and enduring aspects of the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekends, and indeed many burlesque events, is the array of beautiful photographs that are shared around the world.…
One of the most enjoyable and enduring aspects of the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekends, and indeed many burlesque events, is the array of beautiful photographs that are shared around the world.…
One of the most enjoyable and enduring aspects of the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekends, and indeed many burlesque events, is the array of beautiful photographs that are shared around the world.…
One of the most enjoyable and enduring aspects of the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekends, and indeed many burlesque events, is the array of beautiful photographs that are shared around the world.…
Click here to read Sparkly’s updated Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend Survival Guide for 2013… OMFGBHOF! As I frantically type this, an army of burlesque starlets across the country are frantically packing,…
One of the most enjoyable and enduring aspects of the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekends, and indeed many burlesque events, is the array of beautiful photographs that are shared around the world.…
![BHoF 2012 – The Road to Reigning Queen: Ophelia Flame [11/11]](https://i0.wp.com/21stcenturyburlesque.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/ophelia-thumb.jpg?resize=402%2C250&ssl=1)
As we count down to the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend, let’s find out more about the eleven talented temptresses competing for Reigning Queen! I have asked each of them about their…
![BHoF 2012 - The Road to Reigning Queen: LouLou D'vil [10/11]](https://i0.wp.com/21stcenturyburlesque.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/loulou-thumb.jpg?resize=402%2C250&ssl=1)
As we count down to the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend, let’s find out more about the eleven talented temptresses competing for Reigning Queen! I have asked each of them about their…
![BHoF 2012 - The Road to Reigning Queen: Scarlett James [9/11]](https://i0.wp.com/21stcenturyburlesque.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/scarlett-thumb.jpg?resize=402%2C250&ssl=1)
As we count down to the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend, let’s find out more about the eleven talented temptresses competing for Reigning Queen! I have asked each of them about their…
![BHoF 2012 – The Road to Reigning Queen: Coco Lectric [8/11]](https://i0.wp.com/21stcenturyburlesque.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/cocothumb.jpg?resize=402%2C250&ssl=1)
As we count down to the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend, let’s find out more about the eleven talented temptresses competing for Reigning Queen! I have asked each of them about their…
![BHoF 2012 - The Road to Reigning Queen: Burgundy Brixx [6/11]](https://i0.wp.com/21stcenturyburlesque.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/burgundy-thumb.jpg?resize=402%2C250&ssl=1)
As we count down to the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend, let’s find out more about the eleven talented temptresses competing for Reigning Queen! I have asked each of them about their…
![BHoF 2012 - The Road to Reigning Queen: Perle Noire [5/11]](https://i0.wp.com/21stcenturyburlesque.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/perel-thumb.jpg?resize=402%2C250&ssl=1)
As we count down to the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend, let’s find out more about the eleven talented temptresses competing for Reigning Queen! I have asked each of them about their…
As we count down to the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend, let’s find out more about the eleven talented temptresses competing for Reigning Queen! I have asked each of them about their…
![BHoF 2012 - The Road to Reigning Queen: Harvest Moon [4/11]](https://i0.wp.com/21stcenturyburlesque.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/harvestthumb.jpg?resize=402%2C250&ssl=1)
As we count down to the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend, let’s find out more about the eleven talented temptresses competing for Reigning Queen! I have asked each of them about their…
![BHoF 2012 – The Road to Reigning Queen: Lux LaCroix [3/11]](https://i0.wp.com/21stcenturyburlesque.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/lux-thumb.jpg?resize=402%2C250&ssl=1)
As we count down to the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend, let’s find out more about the eleven talented temptresses competing for Reigning Queen! I have asked each of them about their…
As we count down to the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend, let’s find out more about the eleven talented temptresses competing for Reigning Queen! I have asked each of them about their…
As we count down to the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend, let’s find out more about the eleven talented temptresses competing for Reigning Queen! I have asked each of them about their…
I am pleased to present a long and interesting conversation with Roxi DLite; a lady that seemed to appear from nowhere a few years ago and joined the ranks of burlesque royalty…
When you drive into Vegas from the south at night, you can see the glow from miles and miles out, disorienting considering that you’re blazing through the desert and there’s nothing to…
“Wow. There are so many things you can tell yourself when it comes to competing in a pageant. Everything you come up with will help you relax, perform the best you can…
Full BHoF 2010 Results Reigning Queen of Burlesque Roxi DLite First Runner Up: Kristina Nekyia Second Runner Up: Nasty Canasta Best debut: Ms Tickle Best Boylesque: The Evil Hate Monkey Best Group:…
The list of those competing at BHoF this year (the 20th Anniversary no less) is fascinating and VERY exciting! We don’t think we can call this one yet – it’s wide open.…
Michelle L’amour is someone I find endlessly fascinating. She is warm and charming to speak to, with a delicious laugh and composed demeanour. But when she takes to the stage a sexual…
WHAT a night it was! Every category was hotly contested and a delight to witness, but the chief anticipation built up towards the start of the top category – Reigning Queen of…
After a truly surreal and fun-packed Bowling Tournament, we all sashayed over to The Mardi Gras Ballroom to enjoy the Opening Night Bash. Tigger! was on the verge of unbearable attractiveness as…
I could attempt to recall this illegally sensuous event with some serious journalism, but the fantastic photos just say it all, and more! I had no idea when we arrived (an hour…
As the chorus of voices behind me shouted, as Kalani claimed her trophy – ‘It’s about ****** time!’ It was a long overdue and indisputably deserved victory for Kalani Kokonuts – Reigning…
N.B. All Images and Text ©21st Century Burlesque. Please ask Permission for usage. On Friday 5th of June at the Burlesque Hall of Fame Reunion Showcase, Michelle L’Amour provided the first act…
Here we go, Ladies and Gentlemen – the official line-up for Miss Exotic World 2009! 2009 Reigning Queen of Burlesque – Miss Exotic World Kalani Kokonuts Kristina Nekyia Little Brooklyn Lux LaCroix…