Burlesque artist Khandie Khisses breaks down Taylor Swift’s Life of a Showgirl, what “showgirl” really means, and why all bodies belong on stage.
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Burlesque Is More Than Rhinestones
So the BBC decided to dip its toe into the world of burlesque again (collective yawn), asking the age-old question: Is burlesque empowering or degrading to women?Spoiler alert: the article …
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Burlesque and the Money Trap: Chasing Gigs at Any Cost
The UK burlesque scene is full of passion, talent, and artistry—but let’s be honest, it’s also full of tough choices. Performers want to work, to be seen, and to build …
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Why Big Props Won’t Make You Big Bucks in Burlesque
Burlesque, with its glitz, glamour, and performances, has captivated audiences for decades. It’s an art form that thrives on creativity, charisma, and a dash of daring. Even if our pay …
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30th October Prohibition Rooms – Halloween Edition
We are back! Back with our beloved Prohibition Rooms and just in time for Halloween. Whilst fancy dress is encouraged, please don’t feel you have to. Just come along and …
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Likes Likey On Instagram
Instagram Updates Again! Hold the front page, it would seem that the trash papers (aka the tabloids) are ranting about influencers having to get ‘real jobs’ because Instagram has shaken …
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Copy Cat or Simply Inspired By?
I think it is safe to say that ever since humans created stuff in this world, there has always and will always be an aspect of repetition, copying and influenced …
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The Prohibition Rooms #2
We are back! After the first sell out show, the tickets next edition of The Prohibition Rooms is now on sale. Still held at the Phipps Brewery here in the …
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The Prohibition Rooms
My lovely friends at Phipps NBC asked me last year to consider putting on a show but sadly the diary was manic. Thankfully this year when they asked again, the …
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Some Times You Just Gotta Quit
It is inevitable that you will quit something especially when you are self employed. Especially when you work in a creative industry. The forums are awash with burlesque darlings asking …
