Jo Weldon aptly describes burlesque as a "sophisticated and theatrical art with a long history," and it's a history that will go well into the future, in many forms. Anyone planning on a Broadway musical career should learn what Jo has to teach in this DVD, because sooner or later, they'll need to know. One has only to see the late great Bob Fosse's choreography ("Cabaret," etc.) to know what many of his ideas were based on...burlesque!
Jo covers many subjects in this DVD, and teaches 2 routines. The first is "Honey," which is smooth and sensual with a feather boa, the 2nd is "Spice," which is faster and raunchier because it includes the classic "bump and grind" moves. Both are demonstrated and broken down step by step for easy absorption, and are simple to learn. It's the style that takes practice, in this "art of concealing and revealing."
Jo among her many credits is founder of the New York School of Burlesque. The music used is terrific and very authentic, and is drummer and bandleader Ronnie Magri's Shim Sham Revue- Music of New Orleans Burlesque Shows of the 30's, 40's & 50's
There is a Warm-Up section, and the "Extras" are excellent, and are on costuming. Stockings (runs are O.K., but the seams better be straight!), corsets, and those special little tassels. You'll learn how to glue `em and move `em. They are demonstrated on a bra, but of course are supposed to be applied to your skin. These days we are used to seeing actresses on the screen "in the buff" and it is so boring. Jo does much more just taking off a single glove.
This video is simply fantastic! Jo is the perfect teacher- wise, gentle, and patient. These combinations are a blast to do and really make you feel sexy and sassy. I highly recommend this video for anyone interested in the world of burlesque, stripping and sexual confidence.
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Friday, January 1, 2010
Honey and Spice: Sensual and Fierce Burlesque
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Learn the Art of burlesque with Kittens!
NOW here's something you don't tend to see on a list of evening classes; Pink Kitten Dance School are offering the women of Plymouth a rare opportunity to learn burlesque with one of Britain's finest exotic dance schools.
The one-off course, on Saturday, October 25, is run by Bristol-based exotic dance school Pink Kitten, and promises to teach students everything a budding burlesque performer could ever want to know.
The Introduction to Burlesque course will provide participants with everything they need to get themselves up and running as a bedroom or stage starlet.
The session will go over the importance of make-up and clothing when putting together a character and routine, striptease techniques, glove-peeling and even the famous tassel-twirling.
Having performed on TV and in venues around the world, Keda Breeze's teachers will be expert guides in leading pupils through the day and will be on hand to teach everyone how to bring some glamour into their lives.
The burlesque class is priced at £25 for the session, the classes are from 12pm to 2pm or 2pm to 4pm at The Barbican Theatre, Plymouth.
"The classes are a fun way to learn burlesque", said Keda. "With the expertise of the teachers we will have everyone feeling confident, sexy and ready to perform their moves, whether that's in the privacy of their own bedroom or for a show-stopping performance in front of hundreds."
Pupils are advised to wear something in which they can move easily but feel sexy; heels will need to be worn.
There are still a few places available for the workshop. To book a place please contact the school on 0117 944 1666 or visit them online www.pinkkittendanceschool.com.
Shrinking violets need not apply!