

Burlesque as a full-time job
Scarlett James puts a lot of hard work into every performance. Especially tonight, when she pops out of a birthday cake. Its taken her...
Humour in burlesque
Satire and humour has been integrated in burlesque since its rise to popularity in the 1800’s. The word burlesque originates from the...


Women empowerment in burlesque
Embracing a woman’s form is what the pinup and burlesque culture is about. Burlesque allows the everyday woman to be funny, sexy and...
Red is seduction
The red lipstick is more than just a simple color. It symbolizes the character of the performer. “Red lipstick gives you that ability on...


Redefining the colour of burlesque
“[Author] Toni Morrison said ‘If there is a book you want to read, but it hasn't been written yet, then you must write it,’” says...


Toronto's Burlesque 101 Class
When Foxy Roxy arrived at her first Burlesque 101 class, she was just looking to have fun. She had no interest in becoming a performer;...