So you've conquered "Introduction to Burlesque" – now what? If you're ready to take the next step on your journey to diva-hood, these intermediate-level classes are for you! Each class series will focus on a variety of burlesque techniques that take what you learned in Introduction to Burlesque to a whole new level. Students will learn more advanced moves & removes, routines
& choreography, and how to develop their own burlesque style.
Chair dance class captured by Melissa Ostrow for Stuff Magazine.
Upcoming Classes
BABE is taking the summer off. Classes will resume in September!
Burlesque Your Way: Halloween Edition
Sundays, September 6, 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11 7:30-9pm
Instructor: Devastasia and Miss Mina
Location: Tony Williams Dance Center
Studio 2
Cost: $195
You've learned some burlesque moves but you want to take your tease to the next level. Now what? How do you put your personal spin on all those bumps and grinds to create one smooth, sexy number? Love Halloween? Burlesque Your Wayis the course for you!
This class is designed for those students with basic burlesque training who want to develop a striptease routine from start to finish and perform it for an audience. This intensive course covers everything from picking music to costuming to story-line and choreography. Throughout the class, students will polish their burlesque skills, while learning performance tips and getting advice and guidance on all aspects of burlesque performance from Miss Mina and Devastasia.. Burlesque Your Way is recommend for students who have taken our Introduction to Burlesque classes or who have had some other burlesque instruction.
In this course, students will develop their own complete burlesque routine with a Halloween theme! Students who successfully complete the course will be able to perform their creations at a Student Showcase in October.
Enrollment in this intimate and intensive class is limited to ten students to ensure that each student is afforded the personalized coaching needed to perfect their routine.
Chair Dance
Sundays, November 1, 8. 15, 22, 6-7pm
Instructor: Devastasia
Location: Tony Williams Dance Center
Studio 1
Cost: $120
A chair is not just something you sit on. It's a dance partner, a stage, a support. In this class you will learn burlesque moves with and on a chair and how to put them together into a routine. Over four classes we'll unfold the magic of performing burlesque with a simple piece of furniture.
Students should have taken Introduction to Burlesque or the equivalent. Students will need to bring a sturdy metal folding chair. Please let us know if you do not have a chair; we might have a few available to lend.
Please Note: If you cannot attend the course or a session of the course for which you have registered, you may not transfer or cancel your registration.
By registering for classes, students agree to the following:
With any physical activity, there is a risk of injury. Students assume all risk and should consult a physician with any concerns before beginning a dance class.
All material presented in B.A.B.E. courses is for personal, non-commercial use only. All lesson plans, routines, choreography, and combinations taught at B.A.B.E. are the intellectual property of The Boston Academy of Burlesque Education® and may not be used or performed without express permission.
Student images and names may be used for promotional material.