The Jigglewatts Burlesque Revue at the Texas Burlesque Festival 2014 (L-R: Ruby Lamb, Layna d’Luna, Ruby Joule, Something Blue, Goldie Candela, Coco Lectric) Photo by Steve DeMentĭespite the wide range of styles, from classic to neo-burlesque to sometimes the downright absurd, a strong sense of community exists between performers in Austin, who have come together in recent years to form the Austin Burlesque Alliance meant to foster a sense of inclusivity and collaboration between performers. And with internationally-recognised stars like Coco Lectric, Ruby Joule and more, it’s pretty much guaranteed you’ll see something special at one of the many shows around town each week. With at least ten established troupes-and more popping up every day-Austin has a little something for everyone. ©Ed Steele (A Teasetastic Tour of Texas Burlesque)ĭFW may be the biggest burlesque hub in Texas, but Austin is the most diverse, doing its part to live up to the city’s unofficial slogan, ‘Keep Austin Weird’. And with schools like The Dallas School of Burlesque, The Academy of Queerlesque, and The Burlesque Experience producing new graduates all the time, there is always a steady stream of new talent and ideas to keep things fresh. If you prefer more intimate venues showcasing newer performers, check out Whiskey Tongue Burlesque in Denton and Devil Dolls Burlesque in Ft. ©Chris Harman/Harman House Photography for 21st Century Burlesque Magazine. Missy Lisa and Ginger Valentine at the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend Tournament of Tease in The Orleans Showroom, Las Vegas. Burlesque Hall of Fame favourites The Ruby Revue, Missy Lisa and Ginger Valentine frequently perform at House of Blues Dallas and Houston. If you’re looking for big shows in classic theatre venues, Viva Dallas Burlesque is a sure thing, offering Cirque du Burlesque and monthly themed shows. Worth, and Denton (or the DFW metroplex) boasts a performance community to match, loaded with diversity and Texas pride. The largest burlesque hub in Texas, Dallas, Ft. With a growing reputation for innovation and an enthusiastic fan base, Texas is quickly becoming a premier stop for travelling burlesque performers from around the world Texas is one of the largest states in the US and its burlesque scene is growing to match it every day.
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