Best Neo Burlesque

The Art of the Teese is a modern burlesque touring production headlined by Dita Von Teese, recognized for its elaborate props and vintage aesthetic.

Jo Weldon is a prominent figure in the neo-burlesque scene. She established and leads the New York School of Burlesque, an influential educational institution for aspiring performers. Weldon’s work as both an author and solo performer has shaped contemporary burlesque aesthetics and techniques. Her...

Dita Von Teese is a celebrated performer specializing in contemporary burlesque. She revitalized the art form with her distinctive style and stage presence, becoming a leading figure in neo-burlesque. Her work appeals to audiences interested in vintage glamour, theatrical performance, and the resurg...

Burlesque: Strip Strip Hooray! is a touring theatrical production created and headlined by contemporary burlesque performer Dita Von Teese. The show, which emerged in the early 2010s, features elaborate costume changes, choreographed striptease performances, and Von Teese's signature acts including...

The Royal Vauxhall Tavern is a Grade II listed LGBTQ+ pub and entertainment venue in Vauxhall, South London, housed in a 19th-century building. It has operated as a gay venue since at least the mid-20th century and is among London's longest-running LGBTQ+ cabaret venues. Its programming has long fea...

The New York School of Burlesque offers comprehensive training in neo-burlesque performance. Founded by Jo Weldon, it provides instruction for aspiring performers seeking to develop stage presence, movement techniques, and costuming skills within this vibrant artistic tradition. The school serves in...

The Art of the Teese is a touring burlesque revue headlined by American performer Dita Von Teese. The show focuses on classic striptease acts and vintage glamour aesthetics, heavily drawing inspiration from mid-20th-century variety entertainment. It features elaborate costuming incorporating rhinest...

James Tigger Ferguson is an acclaimed American boylesque performer and producer, recognized for winning the King of Boylesque title at the Burlesque Hall of Fame.

Miss Dirty Martini is an American neo-burlesque performer based in New York City who became active during the early 2000s. She is recognized within the modern burlesque revival for her performances and for being one of the prominent plus-size figures in the genre. She has appeared at burlesque venue...

Murray Hill is a New York-based performer specializing in neo-burlesque and boylesque comedy. He’s notable for his solo performances blending theatricality with sharp humor. Primarily entertaining an adult audience interested in drag performance art and the aesthetics of burlesque, he's frequently f...

The Academy of Burlesque Seattle is a school dedicated to teaching the art of burlesque performance, founded by performer Miss Indigo Blue. It offers structured classes covering striptease, stage presence, choreography, and the history of burlesque. The school has contributed to the revival of neo-b...

Reuben Kaye is a contemporary burlesque performer based in Australia. He blends musical comedy with neo-burlesque, offering a distinctive and often gender-bending performance style. Known for his sharp wit and elaborate costumes, Kaye’s work appeals to audiences who appreciate theatrical cabaret and...

Indigo Blue is a prominent American burlesque performer and educator based in Seattle, Washington. She is the founder of Miss Indigo Blue's Academy of Burlesque, where she teaches the art and history of striptease to performers of varying skill levels. In 2011, she earned the title of Queen of Burle...

The Rialto Report is an oral history project and podcast that documents the adult film industry in the United States. It was founded in 2013 by Ashley West and focuses on preserving interviews with performers and directors. The project also maintains an archive of historical articles and media relat...

Jo King is a British burlesque performer and instructor who founded the London School of Striptease in 1997. She has been credited as a key figure in the development of the neo-burlesque scene in the United Kingdom. She has mentored performers who have become notable in the cabaret and burlesque cir...

The Academy of Burlesque is a Seattle-based performance school dedicated to teaching the art of neo-burlesque. Founded by performer Indigo Blue, the school offers classes in striptease technique, stage presence, costume design, and the history of burlesque entertainment. The academy serves both hobb...

The New Burlesque is a 2003 photography book by German photographer Katharina Bosse, published by Taschen. Its staged color portraits document performers associated with the international neo-burlesque revival, presenting their costumes, personas, and theatrical self-fashioning rather than treating...

Dita Von Teese's Transformations is a theatrical burlesque show featuring the routines of the renowned American performer Dita Von Teese. The production is distinguished by its lavish, custom-made costumes and intricate props, such as her signature giant martini glass. The show is designed for audie...

Anna Fur Laxis is a contemporary UK-based burlesque performer celebrated for her unique blend of classic glamour and comedic routines. She creates visually striking performances incorporating elaborate props and a distinctive style. Her work appeals to audiences interested in neo-burlesque, theatric...

The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus is a New York City-based variety troupe founded in 1995, notable for blending traditional circus arts with burlesque, sideshow acts, and cabaret.

The Pontani Sisters represent a distinctive tradition within American burlesque. This New York-based troupe performs classic-style routines with intricate, synchronized choreography. Their work is notable for its contribution to the neo-burlesque movement and appeals to audiences interested in vinta...

Mimi Le Meaux is an American neo-burlesque performer notable as a member of Cabaret New Burlesque, which toured internationally in 2011.

The World Famous BOB is an American neo-burlesque performer and instructor recognized for her glamorous blonde persona and for winning the Miss Exotic World title in 2004.

The Whoopee Club is a prominent London-based burlesque club night established in 2003, instrumental in sparking the modern British burlesque revival scene.

The Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekender is an annual Las Vegas fundraiser combining showcases, classes, and the Miss Exotic World competition begun in 1991.

The Vau de Vire Society is a San Francisco-based cabaret and circus collective founded in 2005, recognized for its avant-garde performances and creating the annual Edwardian Ball.

Princess Farhana is an internationally recognized American neo-burlesque performer and belly dancer, celebrated for her extensive global tours since the 1990s.

Burlesque and the Art of the Teese is a 2006 illustrated book by Dita Von Teese, combining her performance history with guidance on glamour and striptease.

Night of the Teese presents a contemporary burlesque experience featuring elaborate performances and choreography. Created by Dita Von Teese, the revue showcases a distinctive aesthetic with luxurious costumes and signature routines. It’s primarily for audiences interested in classic burlesque reima...