Happy New Year!
As the curtain rises on the new year, we want to wish everyone out there a happy, healthy 2012! The start of the new year is a time for reflection and anticipation, looking back at the past year and forward to the ones yet to come. Here at the Burlesque
BHOF Weekend 2012 Legends Challenge
Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend is not only the world’s biggest and most prestigious burlesque gathering, it is also the longest running. Continuous since 1957, the weekend has its roots in Hall of Fame founder Jennie Lee‘s annual gathering of stars from the art’s heyday. Since Jennie’s passing in 1990,
BHOF Weekend 2012: Apply NOW!
PLEASE NOTE: AS OF JANUARY 23, WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR BHOF WEEKEND 2012. APPLICATIONS FOR 2013 WILL BE AVAILABLE IN THE FALL. THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT. The application period for the 2012 Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend is now open! Like last year, the online application is designed so that
December 2011 Newsletter: Season’s Greetings!
Happy holidays from The Burlesque Hall of Fame! 2011 may be drawing to an end, but the Burlesque Hall of Fame is pleased to report some exciting new beginnings. We’ve got lots of exciting news to share with you this month: Museum Update: Dustin M. Wax, our Curatorial Director, has
New Year, New Beginnings
Dear Friends of the Burlesque Hall of Fame, As of December 1, 2011, I am stepping down as Acting Executive Director of the Burlesque Hall of Fame. On that date, our Curatorial Director, Dustin M. Wax, will take over as Interim Executive Director, charged with leading the organization through the
Tournament of Tease 2011: RESULTS
Reigning Queen of Burlesque 2011 Miss Indigo Blue First Runner-Up: Anna Fur Laxis Second Runner-Up: Lily Verlaine Best Boylesque: Captain Kidd Best Debut: LouLou D’Vil Best Group: The Stage Door Johnnies Most Dazzling: Captain Kidd Most Classic: Miss Indigo Blue Most Comical: The Dolls of Doom Most
Meet the Contenders: Best Debut
The hour is almost at hand – but first, a word from the gorgeous performers competing for Best Debut… Imogen Kelly Can you encapsulate yourself and your signature style in three words? Outrageous Divine Gorgeous. Can you describe or give us a taste of the act you have chosen
Meet The Contenders: Reigning Queen
As the big night approaches, the performers contending for the ultimate title in burlesque discuss their thoughts and preparations… Coco Lectric Can you encapsulate yourself and your signature style in three words? Sensual, Playful, Engaging Can you describe or give us a taste of the act you have chosen