A time-honored performance tradition since the early 20th century, American burlesque captivates hearts and inspires confidence with its lighthearted instruction of this enticing, classic form of dance. Nestled in multicultural Baker, Vivienne VaVoom’s School of Burlesque has welcomed both budding amateurs and burlesque enthusiasts to channel their inner showstoppers since opening its doors in 2006. Enter this premier burlesque academy and enjoy the company of other emboldened ladies as your audacious moves make a rousing statement.
An acclaimed veteran of this reemerging dance style, Vivienne VaVoom has garnered a reputation as the pioneer of Denver’s neo-burlesque scene, sharing her passion through both her acclaimed book and raved-about troupe—one of the first in the nation. Join Vivienne, who has taught burlesque around the country, in becoming a “versatile vixen” with a variety of enticing classes that will pique your curiosity and free your self-expression. Whether you seductively maneuver ostrich feather fans or entrance a room with flirtatious hand-eye movements, the uninhibited atmosphere will intoxicate you with the glamour of American burlesque.
- Fan Dancing | learn to dance with radiant ostrich feather fans
- Hula Hands and Flirting Eyes | enhance everyday gracefulness with enticing eye and hand movements
- Glamour Girl Makeup | highlight your stage look with glittery maquillage
- Work that Boa! | incorporate boas into your repertoire and maneuver them with panache
- Vivienne’s Burlesque Workout | coming soon: bump, grind, and burn fat with the basic moves of burlesque
- Burlesque Confidence | coming soon: learn techniques employed by burlesque performers to project sexy poise—even in everyday life
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