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Burlesque II
Course Description
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!
Burlesque II is a chorus/ensemble series that focuses on cabaret dance and burlesque movement within group dance routines and techniques. Students will learn the depth of burlesque storytelling from a place of authenticity.
Students will also have the opportunity to help create their costumes, laying the foundation for the DIY nature of the burlesque industry. Students will learn 2 different choreographed routines, focusing on storytelling and characterization in an ensemble setting.
Session 1: A feather fan dance class with a twist! It is recommended that students have taken fan dancing classes with Lola LeSoleil or have had the equivalent previous experience handling fans, executing combos, and creating formations with fellow dancers. We will focus on the students' relationship to the fans and each other.
Session 2: It's time to talk about that chair! This is a classic chair course with sass for that supported @$$! Learn to use the chair for formations and as a prop, how to adjust for space, and how to transition seamlessly from chair to floor to standing, all while figuring out how to strip out of a basic costume!
Learning Outcomes
Two (2) choreographed routines.
Evaluating movement skills in terms of space, time, and force and reproduce accurately through the movement of your body.
Analyze a dance performance in terms of choreography, performance, and props.
What to Bring
Session 1: Ballet shoes or jazz shoes in your skin tone.
Session 2: Black shorts, a black firm-cup bra, and fishnets. Shoes will be determined based on class needs.
Water
Included Workshops
Burlesque History & Ethics
Backstage Etiquette & Professionalism
The Burlesque Storyteller
Pics, Reels, and Peel: Digital Media for Burlesque
It's Called Show Business
This semester, we are providing a complimentary photoshoot to Burlesque Academy students to help pump up your promo! Photoshoot Date: TBD.