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Burlesque Academy

Learn the Art of The Tease™!

The Burlesque Academy is a program designed to integrate up and coming performers and producers into the broader Burlesque industry. With a Spring and a Fall semester, students will have the opportunity to progress through our education program with final graduation occurring with either a fully realized solo performance or by producing a fully realized production. Semesters are typically 12-16 weeks. All students who hope to gradate from the Atlanta School of Burlesque’s Burlesque Academy must complete Burlesque I, II, & III and all requisite workshops before progressing to Burlesque IV.

 

Burlesque IV is designed to work with a student for an entire semester to either create their graduation performance or produce their graduation show. Typically it takes (2-3) semesters to successfully complete requirements to move to Burlesque IV. In Burlesque IV, the student is paired with a performance or production mentor.

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BURLESQUE ALL-LEVELS (ACADEMY)
Classic Fans

Instructor: Lola LeSoleil
FALL DATES: MONDAYS, 7:30 PM - 8:45 PM
Session 1: 10/2 - 11/6
Session 2: 11/13 - 12/18
Twelve (12) weeks + showcase
Dress Rehearsal: 12/17
Showcase: 1/12 & 1/13 (students may perform in a single showcase or both)
Promo Photoshoot with Cavessi

Don't miss this two-part burlesque intensive with the Lady of Legittude, Lola LeSoleil!

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Elegance, grace, and a touch of cheek are the hallmarks of a classic feather fan dance. Popularized by Sally Rand, Jean Idelle, and other dancers of a bygone era, the captivating combination of poise and dexterity makes this one of the most popular burlesque and cabaret dance styles! This 12-week series, taught by Lola LeSoleil, is divided into two 6-week sessions.

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The first 6-weeks will include:

  • Introducing different styles of feather or vegan fans, sources, and how to decide which is the best investment to suit you

  • Foundational fan holds, poses, and fan manipulation techniques

  • Developing strength and flexibility in arms, hands, shoulders, and back, and any adaptive modifications

  • Using facial expressions to enhance performance

  • Learning the art of tease reveals with feather fans

 

Silk fans are provided for the first six weeks for technique and strength-building while you consider your fan options. Class drills and combos will be adapted into a group choreography.

 

In the second six weeks, we'll put it all together with a new group choreography to showcase your full-size performance fans! Mid-sized feather fans are available for student use as needed.

 

Feather fan care and maintenance tips will also be discussed.

 

NOTE: This series is designed for full-size fans. Choreography for the full-size fans will comprise the second six-week session. Have your fans by 11/13 (class #7).

 

There is no striptease in this course.​
 

Each class will be taught on the same day every week (with the exception of the days listed above) for a total of twelve (12) weeks broken into two (2) six-week sessions.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Learn one (1)  choreographed routine.

  • Evaluate movement skills in terms of space, time, and force and reproduce accurately through the movement of your own body.

  • Analyze a dance performance in terms of choreography, performance, and theatrical elements.

  • Demonstrate clarity of intent while applying kinesthetic principles for all dance elements.

  • Incorporate performance fan props while maintaining dance form and formation.

 
WHAT TO BRING

  • Dance/character shoes or strapped toe shoes with a 2–3-inch heel. Acceptable footwear: jazz flats, salsa shoes, or bare feet.

  • Other costume pieces TBA.

  • Water

 
INCLUDED BURLESQUE WORKSHOPS

BURLESQUE I (ACADEMY)

Instructor: Roula Roulette
FALL DATES: WEDNESDAYS, 8:15 PM - 9:15 PM
Session 1: 10/4 - 10/25
Session 2: 11/8 - 11/29
Session 3: 12/13 - 1/-/3
Twelve (12) weeks + showcase
Dress Rehearsal: 12/17
Showcase: 1/12 & 1/13 (students may perform in a single showcase or both)
Promo Photoshoot with Cavessi

This beginner burlesque class familiarizes you with burlesque language and movement, and basic jazz dance moves such as three-step turns, pivots, box steps, and stage walks.

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As an introduction to the movement skills used in jazz dance, it includes the use of dynamics in rhythm, sustained and percussive tension, and dramatic focus unique to jazz and burlesque. You will learn a fully choreographed routine. This is a chorus/ensemble dance series that focuses on basic burlesque movement within group dance routines.

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It is ideal that you have taken Burlesque Basics to become familiar with burlesque as an art form.

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Your attendance in all classes is essential for the group dance choreography. You will learn 3 different choreographed routines: one classic and two conceptual/modern.

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Each class will be taught on the same day every week (with the exception of the days listed above) for a total of twelve (12) weeks broken into three (3) four-week sessions.

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Students are expected to provide basic "dance blacks" - black character shoes, black fishnets, black bra, and black shorts.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Three (3) choreographed routines.

  • Movement skills in terms of space, time, and force and reproduce accurately through the movement of your body.

  • Receive a skill evaluation. Those who meet performance criteria may be eligible to perform in smaller studio shows.

  • Analyze a dance performance in terms of choreography, performance, and theatrical elements.

  • Demonstrate clarity of intent while applying kinesthetic principles for all dance elements.

  • Incorporate characterization while maintaining dance form and formation.

 
WHAT TO BRING

  • Dance/character shoes or strapped toe shoes with a 2–3-inch heel. Other acceptable footwear includes jazz flats, salsa shoes, or barefoot.

  • Water

 
INCLUDED BURLESQUE WORKSHOPS

  • Burlesque History & Ethics

  • Backstage Etiquette & Professionalism

  • Basic Costume Construction

  • Basic Stage Makeup

  • Basic Wig Techniques

BURLESQUE II (ACADEMY)

Instructor: Talloolah Love
FALL DATES: TUESDAYS, 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Session 1: 10/3 - 11/7
Session 2: 11/21 - 12/26
Twelve (12) weeks + showcase
Dress Rehearsal: 12/17
Showcase: 1/12 & 1/13 (students may perform in a single showcase or both)
Promo Photoshoot with Cavessi

Talloolah Love teaches burlesque with an edge, exploring the deeper facets of dance expression in a group dynamic. Still sexy, still fun, but sometimes thought-provoking, statement-making, or just plain silly! Come prepared to move! Come prepared to think, but most of all, come prepared to dance!

 

This intermediate burlesque class is a chorus/ensemble series that focuses on cabaret dance and burlesque movement within-group dance routines. This dance class introduces musical theatre dance styles from the 1940s to the present. You will learn that burlesque is more than skin deep. Students will learn the depth of burlesque storytelling from a place of authenticity.

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It is ideal that you have taken Burlesque Academy I because it lays the foundation in burlesque vernacular.

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Your attendance in all classes is essential for the group dance choreography. You will learn 2 different choreographed routines being taught focusing on storytelling and characterization in an ensemble setting.

 

Each class will be taught on the same day every week (with the exception of the days listed above) for a total of twelve (12) weeks broken into two (2) six-week sessions.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Two (2) choreographed routines.

  • Evaluate movement skills in terms of space, time, and force and reproduce accurately through the movement of your body.

  • Receive a skill evaluation. Those who meet performance criteria may be eligible to perform in smaller studio shows.

  • Analyze a dance performance in terms of choreography, performance, and theatrical elements.

  • Demonstrate clarity of intent while applying kinesthetic principles for all dance elements.

 
WHAT TO BRING

  • Dance/character shoes or strapped toe shoes with a 2-3-inch heel. Other acceptable footwear includes jazz flats, salsa shoes, or barefoot.

  • Water

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INCLUDED BURLESQUE WORKSHOPS

  • Burlesque History & Ethics

  • Backstage Etiquette & Professionalism

  • Burlesque Storyteller

  • Pics, Reels, and Peel: Digital Media for Burlesque

  • Advanced Costume Construction

BURLESQUE III (ACADEMY)

Instructor: Zara Estelle
FALL DATES: SUNDAYS, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Session 1: 10/1 - 11/5
Session 2: 11/19 - 1/7
NO CLASS: 11/12, 12/24 & 12/31
Twelve (12) weeks + showcase
Dress Rehearsal: 12/17
Showcase: 1/12 & 1/13 (students may perform in a single showcase or both)
Promo Photoshoot with Cavessi

Zara Estelle is all about expanding our knowledge of choreography! This class is for dancers ready to learn advanced choreography and how to teach choreography to a class. You will not only spice up your dance vocabulary and prepare to create movement for yourself and others.

 

This class is ideal for students from Burlesque I and II who show dance proficiency.

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Your attendance in all classes is essential for the group dance choreography. You will learn 2 different choreographies: one classic and one conceptual/modern.

 

Each class will be taught on the same day every week (with the exception of the days listed above) for a total of twelve (12) weeks broken into two (2) six-week sessions.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Learn two (2) choreographed routines.

  • Learn to evaluate movement skills in terms of space, time, and force, and reproduce accurately through your own body.

  • Analyze a dance performance in terms of choreography, performance, and theatrical elements.

  • Demonstrate clarity of intent while applying kinesthetic principles for all dance elements.

  • Receive a skill assessment. Those who meet performance criteria may be eligible to perform in a Candybox Revue burlesque stage show or future student showcase with an instructor.

 
WHAT TO BRING

  • Dance/character shoes or strapped toe shoes with a 2–3-inch heel.

  • Other acceptable footwear includes jazz flats, salsa shoes, or barefoot.

  • Kneepads

  • Water

 

INCLUDED BURLESQUE WORKSHOPS

  • Deconstructing A Number

  • Production 101: Get Your $hit Together

  • Pics, Reels, and Peels. Digital Media for Burlesque

  • Advance Costume Construction

  • Beginner Pastie Making

SPECIALTY ACADEMY OFFERINGS

BLOOMTASTIC BURLESQUE (ACADEMY)

Instructor: Bleu Pearl
FALL DATES: MONDAYS, 8:45-10:15pm
Session 1: 10/2-11/6
Session2: 11/13-1/8
Twelve (12) weeks + showcase
Dress Rehearsal: 12/17
Showcase: 1/12 & 1/13 (students may perform in a single showcase or both)
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A beginner-friendly acro-chair series that focuses on flexibility, strength, balance, eye contact, and sensuality. Students will learn the proper body and leg positions.

 

This series enables students to maintain and improve their range of motion to execute acro-chair moves safely, with minimal to no risk of injury. This series will include 40 minutes in acro, 20 minutes in dance, and the remaining time focusing on eye contact, connecting with ourselves so our movements flow effortlessly.

 

Please be mindful of your attendance at all classes. Your attendance is essential for the group dance choreography.

 

Each class will be taught on the same day every week (with the exception of the days listed above) for a total of twelve (12) weeks broken into two (2) six-week sessions.

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This class has the opportunity to perform at the Student Showcase. 

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Learn two (2) choreographed routines.

  • The importance of eye contact

  • Acro-chair tricks

  • Basic transitions

 
WHAT TO BRING

  • Knee pads

  • Long socks

  • Heels

  • Water

 

INCLUDED BURLESQUE WORKSHOPS

  • Burlesque History & Ethics

  • Backstage Etiquette & Professionalism

  • It's called Show BUSINESS

  • Pics, Reels, and Peels. Digital Media for Burlesque

  • The Burlesque Storyteller

STRIPTEASE! (ACADEMY)

Instructor: Roula Roulette
FALL DATES: SUNDAYS, 7:15 - 8:15pm
10/1- 1/7
NO CLASS: 10/8, 12/24, 12/31
Twelve (12) weeks + showcase
Dress Rehearsal: 12/17
Showcase: 1/12 & 1/13 (students may perform in a single showcase or both)
Promo Photoshoot with Cavessi

This burlesque class focuses on the art of the strip tease! Join Roula Roulette as she guides you through sensual, sexy peels!

 

This class is suitable for veteran and new strippers! Striptease familiarizes you with the fundamentals of creating a cohesive striptease performance, including:
 

  • Costuming Sourcing / Creation

  • Creating choreography that lends itself to a seamless reveal

  • Incorporate striptease & character development in a performance while maintaining dance form and formation.
     

This class will guide students through the costume creation and sourcing process with emphasis on providing support in the construction process as well as culminating in a fully realized routine to be performed at the Student Showcase.

Please be mindful of your attendance at all classes. Your attendance is essential for the group dance choreography.

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Each class will be taught on the same day every week (with the exception of the days listed above) for a total of twelve (12) weeks.

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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Learn one (1) choreographed routine.

  • Conceptualization of costuming to include sourcing and construction.

  • Learn to evaluate movement skills in terms of space, time, and force, and reproduce accurately through your own body.

  • Analyze a dance performance in terms of choreography, performance, and theatrical elements.

  • Demonstrate clarity of intent while applying kinesthetic principles for all dance elements. Receive a skill assessment.

  • Those who meet performance criteria may be eligible to perform in a Candybox Revue burlesque stage show or future student showcase with an instructor.

 
WHAT TO BRING

  • Notebook & Writing Utensils

  • Dance Heels

  • Water

 

INCLUDED BURLESQUE WORKSHOPS

  • Beginner Pastie Making

  • Basic Costume Construction - Bra Covering

  • Advanced Costume Construction Gauntlets

  • Titty Twirling

  • Using Props Onstage

SEX MAGICK FOR THE STAGE (ACADEMY)

Instructor: Ursula Undress
FALL DATES: THURSDAYS, 8:45 - 10pm
Session 1: 10/5-11/9
Session 2: 11/30-1/4
Twelve (12) weeks + showcase
Dress Rehearsal: 12/17
Showcase: 1/12 & 1/13 (students may perform in a single showcase or both)
Promo Photoshoot with Cavessi

Unveil the mystical art of captivating your audience with the potent allure of your sensuality. In this transformative class, you will learn to ignite your inner fire and channel it into your performance, leaving an indelible mark on your audience and bringing them along for the ride.

 

Ursula will guide you through the journey of tapping into your inner desires and fusing them with your performance persona. You'll discover how to balance vulnerability, strength, authenticity, intrigue, and raw energy with an irresistible mystique.

Please be mindful of your attendance at all classes. Your attendance is essential for the group dance choreography.

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Each class will be taught on the same day every week (with the exception of the days listed above) for a total of twelve (12) weeks broken into two (2) six-week sessions.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Learn two (2) choreographed routines.

  • Conceptualization of costuming to include sourcing and construction.

  • Learn to evaluate movement skills in terms of space, time, and force, and reproduce accurately through your own body.

  • Analyze a dance performance in terms of choreography, performance, and theatrical elements.

  • Demonstrate clarity of intent while applying kinesthetic principles for all dance elements. Receive a skill assessment.

  • Those who meet performance criteria may be eligible to perform in a Candybox Revue burlesque stage show or future student showcase with an instructor.

 
WHAT TO BRING

  • Session 1: Please bring a twin or full-sized top sheet and leave your inhibitions at the door!

  • Session 2: TBD

 

INCLUDED BURLESQUE WORKSHOPS

  • Burlesque History & Ethics

  • Basic Stage Makeup

  • Backstage Etiquette & Professionalism

  • Basic Costume Construction

  • Pics, Reels, and Peels. Digital Media for Burlesque

  • It's Called Show BUSINESS

SULTRY SONGBIRDS (ACADEMY)

Instructor: Obsidian
FALL DATES: THURSDAYS, 7 - 8:30pm
Session 1: 10/5-11/9
Session 2: 11/30-1/4
NO CLASS: 11/23 & 11/30
Twelve (12) weeks + showcase
Dress Rehearsal: 12/17
Showcase: 1/12 & 1/13 (students may perform in a single showcase or both)
Promo Photoshoot with Cavessi

Sing, peel, and make ‘em feel!

 

This beginner sing-and-strip class is for every aspiring singing stripper. Whether you are a complete singing beginner or you’re a naturally gifted vocalist, this class familiarizes you with a mix of essential singing and burlesque movement such as:

  • Learning the correct stance and placement of the voice

  • The best key for you to sing in

  • How to sustain your breath while moving/disrobing and singing.

In the first six weeks of class, you will learn a fully choreographed sing and strip group routine. The first half of this class is a chorus/ensemble dance series that focuses on singing while executing basic burlesque movements to undress, within a group dance routine.

 

The second six weeks of the class will equip you with the tools to prepare and perform your own sing and strip act or add to one you’ve already created. During this time, we will work to find the best song, easy costuming, and choreography for your very own sexy sing-and-strip performance.

 

Breakdown of the 12 weeks

  • Voice/Pitch

  • Song Movement

  • Easy Costuming

  • Volume/Projection

  • Putting it all together

  • Presence

  • Song and background

  • Movement

  • Projection

  • Putting it all together

  • Peer performance

  • Dress Rehearsal

 

This 12-week course will culminate in a group act (to be performed at the student recital in January) and the development of a personal act.

 

Please be mindful of your attendance at all classes. Your attendance is essential for the group dance choreography and to develop your personal act.

 

 Students are expected to provide basic dance blacks - black character shoes, black fishnets, black bra, and black bottoms: skirt, shorts, etc.

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Each class will be taught on the same day every week (with the exception of the days listed above) for a total of twelve (12) weeks broken into two (2) six-week sessions, with the exceptions of the dates listed above.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Learn two (2) choreographed routines, one group and one solo

  • Demonstrate clarity of intent while applying kinesthetic principles for all dance elements.

  • Those who meet performance criteria may be eligible to perform in a Candybox Revue burlesque stage show or future student showcase with an instructor.

 
WHAT TO BRING

  • Dance/character shoes or strapped-toe shoes with a 2-3-inch heel. Other acceptable footwear include jazz flats, salsa shoes or barefoot.

  • Water

 

INCLUDED BURLESQUE WORKSHOPS

  • Backstage Etiquette & Professionalism

  • It's called Show BUSINESS

  • Pics, Reels, and Peels. Digital Media for Burlesque

  • Burlesque History & Ethics

  • Music Mixing

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