Becoming Burlesque: 10-Week Act Creation Workshop

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Make 2024 your year to learn the seductive art of burlesque! Join award-winning burlesque performers, Valerie Veils and Dulce as they guide you through the process of act creation over this 10 week course. Learn essentials such as developing a persona, burlesque history, costuming, dramatic story-telling, and how to move your body on stage. 

This course includes: 

Eight group sessions (2 hours each) (Held at Pole at Play in Olympia)

Two private lessons (30 min each) (Held in Olympia or Tacoma WA, up to you)

Final public showcase (Held at Cryptatropa Bar in Olympia)

Whether you're here to boost your confidence, express your creativity, or simply treat yourself to a new experience - we've got you covered. 

Please note: All bodies are burlesque bodies! This course is suitable and welcoming to all ability levels, genders, and sizes.

Class Dates and TImes:

Jan 7th, 14th, and 21st 1-3pm

Feb 4th, 11th, 18th 1-3pm

Week of Feb 25th (Private Lessons)

March 3rd and 17th 1-3pm

Week of March 10th (Private Lessons)

SATURDAY MARCH 23rd SHOWCASE

Week 1 - Burlesque History (Then through Now). Character/Persona Development

Week 2 - Movement. Act Ideas/Concepts

Week 3 - Costuming

Week 4 - Cont. Movement

Week 6 - Audience Connection/Stage Presences/Musicality Workshops

Week 6 - Act Run-Thru and Q/A

Week 7 - Private Lessons

Week 8 - Hair/Makeup

Week 9 - Private Lessons

Week 10 - Show Run-Thru

Class Cost $400 total 

$450 for sign-ups after December 15th

Please sign-up by making $100 non-refundable deposit to 

(Please pay as friend & family, we won't cover your payment 

After Please email Valerieveils@gmail.com with your name and PayPal