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From original pioneers like Lydia Thompson through household names like Josephine Baker, Gypsy Rose Lee and Dita Von Teese to emerging stars like Sukki Singapora, discover the showgirl movers and shakers who inspire us.

Our Favourite Gypsy Rose Lee Burlesque Moments

Serena Doherty

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The legendary burlesque performer, Gypsy Rose Lee, is known for putting the ‘tease’ in striptease and her original humour. We look back at our favourite moments from her career. (more…)

Tempest Storm the Girl with the Fabulous Front!

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We celebrate our love of Tempest Storm burlesque queen. We find out why the crème de la crème of burlesque dancing sees her as an icon of the industry. (more…)

Burlesque Legend Satan’s Angel

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Icon, legend, pioneer and full force of womanhood, burlesque dancer Satan’s Angel is royalty. We were honoured that she found time to share her stories and wisdom with us while she was still alive. (more…)

Meet Goodtime Mama Jojo Burlesque Guru

Serena Doherty

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Goodtime Mama Jojo is trailblazer of the industry known to everyone who is familiar with burlesque and Striptease. Get to know her in our burlesque legend. (more…)

How Do You Describe Phyllis Dixey?

Serena Doherty

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English Heritage have proposed placing a plaque outside 1940s burlesque dancer and impresario Phyllis Dixey’s former abode. Unfortunately current residents of the art deco mansion and relatives of Phyllis Dixey have opposed the wording. (more…)