The triumphant and comic burlesque performer, Indigo Blue, is one of the most lovable and hard-working women in the genre. We could all learn a thing or two from this hilarious burlesque dancer…

Miss Indigo Blue Burlesque

Burlesque dancer, Miss Indigo Blue won Miss Exotic World 2011 at the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend in Las Vegas. She’s known for her nouveau burlesque skills as a soloist. She performs as part of the Emerald City All-Stars and the Atomic Bombshells.

She’s also headmistress of the Academy of Burlesque in Seattle and the creator of BurlyCon. There’s no end to the list of this burlesque performers dedication and achievements.

BurlyCon gives burlesque dancers from across the world the opportunity to attend classes and receive peer reviews for their burly-q works in progress. The yearly event is all about the burlesque performers.

There’s no audience and no final show. Instead the focus is on honing skills and networking with other feathery firecrackers. Its popularity and size is only growing. This alone is a testament to Miss Indigo Blue’s importance in the resurgence of burlesque.

As the World Queen of Burlesque, Indigo Blue, was always faithful to her subjects, tirelessly giving back to the burlesque community with whit, whimsy and grace. She created The Queen’s Edicts and shared them on her YouTube channel. Watch her final speech:

Miss Indigo Blue also gave an amazing stepping down performance at the annual Tournament of Tease in 2012. Enjoy her final tassel turn as Queen:

She certainly leaves a legacy as one of the most astounding and spectacular Queens. A tough act to follow indeed.

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(Image from Diane Naegel)