The Burlesque Hall of Fame Acquires Vintage Burlesque Films and Shorts

press@burlesquehall.com (888) 661-6465 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   THE BURLESQUE HALL OF FAME ACQUIRES VINTAGE BURLESQUE FILMS AND SHORTS Collection Includes more than 21 miles of rare film, including performances by burlesque legends   January 15, 2019—The Burlesque Hall of Fame has acquired more than 150 rare burlesque films and shorts,

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BHoF Membership takes you even MORE places!

Being a BHoF Member is already a great deal. You get reduced price or free admission to the museum, early access to BHoF Weekender passes, discounts on merchandise and classes, and for members at the Flash Act or higher level, you get free access to over 200 museums nationwide through

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Meet Living Legends of Burlesque at The Burlesque Hall of Fame

press@burlesquehall.com (888) 661-6465 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   MEET LIVING LEGENDS OF BURLESQUE AT THE BURLESQUE HALL OF FAME Museum hosts meet and greet with performers from burlesque’s classic era as well as classes as part of Las Vegas Burlesque Festival Meet and Greet: October 6, 2018, 4-6 pm; Classes all

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Who’s Who in Burly-Q: Sally Rand (1904-1979)

Not many performers come to burlesque after having had a successful career elsewhere, but that’s exactly what Sally Rand did. Rand started in the theater as a teenager in Kansas City and enjoyed some success. Deciding to make her name in Hollywood, she joined the Ringling Bros. Circus and traveled

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BHoF School of Striptease

The Burlesque Hall of Fame’s School of Striptease offers burlesque classes for the hobbyist, the novice, and established performers of all levels. Our classes are guided by the principle that “All bodies are burlesque bodies”, with a commitment to the comfort and empowerment of our students. Furthermore, we welcome all

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4/11/18: The Burlesque Hall of Fame Reopens in Las Vegas

press@burlesquehall.com (888) 661-6465 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   THE BURLESQUE HALL OF FAME REOPENS IN LAS VEGAS New Site Offers Tourists a Peek Into the History and Future of The Art of Striptease Ribbon Cutting Scheduled for April 17, 2018 BHoF Weekender, 28th Miss Exotic World Competition, May 31 – June

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the Burlesque Hall of Fame? The Burlesque Hall of Fame (BHoF) is the world’s premier organization dedicated to preserving the living legacy of burlesque as an artform and cultural phenomenon and fostering the continued growth of the artform. With a collection of several thousand costumes, stage props, photographs,

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3/28/18: Burlesque Hall of Fame Launches with Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman, Burlesque Legend Tempest Storm, and More!

press@burlesquehall.com (888) 661-6465 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BURLESQUE HALL OF FAME LAUNCHES  WITH LAS VEGAS MAYOR CAROLYN GOODMAN, BURLESQUE LEGEND TEMPEST STORM, AND MORE! New Museum Offers Tourists a Peek Into the History and Future of The Art of Striptease Launch Event Held April 17, 2018, Noon to 3pm March 28,

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An Open Letter to AGVA Regarding The Rockettes

The Rockettes have been booked to perform at Donald Trump’s inauguration in January. According to news reports, performers’ concerns over performing at the inauguration of a man whose views on women have been proven deplorable time and again were met with indifference from their union, the American Guild of Variety

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BHoF’s Values

In light of the divisiveness and fear gripping American communities, particularly people of color, women, and LGBTQ people, the values and code of ethics that the  Burlesque Hall of Fame strives to operate under and towards matter now more than ever. The Burlesque Hall of Fame and its trustees, director,

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