Hurrah for World Burlesque Day 2022

World Burlesque Day has now become an institution, thanks to the stewardship, glamour and hard work of its creator Sapphira. And World Burlesque Day celebrates its third anniverary on 26th April 2022, the date of Gypsy Rose Lee’s death…

The Burlexe Show

Howard

Shows

“The Burlexe show has now existed in many guises since I first conceived it back in – ouch! – 2010! But at the heart of it are stories, stories of fascinating people who perform in some capacity, which we present…

Burlesque History – Inspired by Gypsy Rose Lee

Serena Doherty

Films

The Burlexe burlesque films inspired by Gypsy Rose Lee is the monologue that opens our London burlesque shows. We give an insight into burlesque history through her enduring persona. (more…)

Burlesque Quotes to Inspire

Serena Doherty

History

We share our favourite burlesque quotes from the inspirational women who pioneered the art form and continue it today. Which is your favourite? (more…)

Four 40s Burlesque Burly-Q Queens

Serena Doherty

History

The most influential 40s burlesque dancers, who were successful in their decade and the genre. Effeuilleuse legends in the height of their fame, up and coming burly-Q beauties and the threat of censorship. It can only be 40s burlesque. (more…)

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…)