November 2009

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BVB: So You Want to be A Headline Performer…?

I recently received the following question from a performer based in the Midlands, UK: "How do you make the jump from middle of the bill to top ...

More From November 2009

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Berlin Burlesque at Black Flamingo!

Germany loves burlesque, but excitement is at fever pitch right now, thanks to two marvellous shows! Black Flamingo at the Wintergarten Variete ...

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Fashion, Beauty And Shopping

Party in Style: Holiday Fashion

Party in Style…

Lingerie and Winter fashion to come, but first ...
Dita von Teese collaborates with Wheels & Dollbaby

Dita and Wheels & Dollbaby Collaborate on Cute Cardigan.

Dita Von Teese and Wheels & Dollbaby have ...
'Tis the Season to look Fabulous!

‘Tis the Season to look Fabulous!

The 21CB editorial team have finally managed to ...

Columns

BVB: Stepping Out of the Full-Time Performance Pressure Cooker

BVB: Stepping Out of the Full-Time Performance Pressure Cooker

When I first sat down to write this piece, I planned to write an article about the challenges ...
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Khandie’s Kholumn: Confidence Knocks

Gosh who hasn't had it?! Someone makes a comment and before you know it you are staring in ...

Khandie’s Kholumn: Networking

It’s a tricky business this burlesque malarkey. Whilst your talents may get you so far, any professional performer ...

Special Features

Miss Astrid: State of the Union Address

Kate Valentine: State of the Union Address

A Note from the Editor This is a compilation of two speeches given at BurlyCon 2011 by Kate ...
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Disaburlyties: Diva Hollywood

We noticed a lot of discussion on various forums about disabilities and health problems that various performers and ...
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Disaburlyties: Adelina Le Shay

We noticed a lot of discussion on various forums about disabilities and health problems that various performers and ...