About me: The Kansas City Society Of Burlesque is a supportive, creative collective association of burlesque performers and enthusiasts in the Kansas City area.
Burlesque refers to theatrical entertainment of broad and parodic humor, which usually consists of comic skits (and sometimes a striptease.) While some authors assert that burlesque is a direct descendant of the Commedia dell'arte, the term 'burlesque' for a parody or comedy of manners appears about the same time as the first appearance of commedia dell'arte.
With its origins in nineteenth century music hall entertainments and vaudeville, in the early twentieth century burlesque emerged as a populist blend of satire, performance art, and adult entertainment, that featured strip tease and broad comedy acts that derived their name from the low comedy aspects of the literary genre known as burlesque.
In burlesque, performers, usually female, often create elaborate sets with lush, colorful costumes, mood-appropriate music, and dramatic lighting, and may even include novelty acts, such as fire-breathing or demonstrations of unusual flexibility, to enhance the impact of their performance.
Put simply, burlesque means "in an upside down style." Like its cousin, commedia dell'arte, burlesque turns social norms head over heels. Burlesque is a style of live entertainment that encompasses pastiche, parody, and wit. The genre traditionally encompasses a variety of acts such as dancing girls, chanson singers, comedians, mime artists, and strip tease artistes, all satirical and with a saucy edge. The strip tease element of burlesque became subject to extensive local legislation, leading to a theatrical form that titillated without falling foul of censors.
Join us for an evening of Carnival Cuties, Burlesque Beauties, and Sultry Sideshow!! Step Right Up, Don't Be Shy!! The Memphis Belles Carnivale of Burlesque has arrived!!
There will be Contests, Prizes, DJ, and Surprises!! One lucky lady will leave with the grand prize of a seat in Pretty Things Pin-Up Class!! You will spend the day with some of the best in Pin-up & Burlesque - go-go Amy & Bettina May!! They will teach you the ways of Pin-up hair, make-up, and posing. At the end of the day, you'll be leaving with images from your own Pin-up photoshoot!
Thanks for all your support! The show went really well at the Laugh Factory, and the turnout was great!
If you couldn't make it, I have uploaded to my profile seven ten-minute segments from this outstanding variety show featuring Old Time Music, magic, dance, comedy and fun!
THE JIM ROSE CIRCUS VS. JAKE THE SNAKE ROBERTS TOUR we are looking for wrestlers,variety,burlesque,comics,freak show and circus acts..PLEASE message us here..if you are a BAND please get us contact info for your local promoter that is INTERESTED in booking this show.. message us here too..if we get the booking because of your contact info you can open for us..please dont have managers contacting us unless they have a gig with guarantees..we dont do door deals..sorry for sounding harsh on that one...FANS FANS FANS this show is going to be amazing..keep checking this site for tour dates and updates we start on the west coast july 3rd thanks jim
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