Spread the Burlesque Love this February!
February 6th- 12th, 2025
Hello Burlesque Fans!
We made it through January! Finally! Holy Tassels that was a long one. No we are officially off to survive the rest of the year!
Upcoming Support Opportunities!
Black History month!
February is Black History Month! Which means there are going to be several productions centering Black performers that need your support! They need your support all year round, but lets give them a little boost before February hits, anyway, yes?
Non-exhaustive list of all Black shows that could use your support:
Black Croc’s Black Joy Bash (Feb 8th, Denver)
RIP Your Heart Out! (Feb 20th, Denver)
TOKYN/ToeKING's BHM Late Nite FreakFest (Feb 28th, Denver)
Know of more shows for me to throw on this list? Let me know!!! Support by way of your money/resources/etc. is useful for productions featuring under-represented demographics all year round! Keep supporting after February is over too!
Community Event A-hoy!
Denver's Burlesque History w/ Vivienne VaVoom
February 8th, 2025
11:00am
2639 S Patton Ct, Denver, CO
Would you like to learn about Denver's Burlesque history? Enjoy tea and history with Denver's Burlesque historian, performer, producer, and teacher - Vivienne Vavoom!
Come for a free afternoon of history and tea (the sippable kind).
Come and see pieces of Denver's history of burlesque, and enjoy a Q&A after the talk.
-Tips for Vivienne accepted
-Feel free to bring a light bite to share
-All are welcome!
Class Opportunities!
THESE CLASSES ARE HAPPENING ALL OVER THE FRONT RANGE. PLEASE NOTE WHAT CITY THEY ARE IN SO YOU DON’T GET TOO DISAPPOINTED!
Burlesque 101 with Sunny De'Lust
January 16th- February 6th, 2025
Thursdays, 6:00pm
Colorado Dance Collective, 532 12th St, Greeley, CO
Burlesque 101 with Sunny De'Lust will be happening right here in Greeley at the CDC studio on Thursday nights from 6-7PM starting January 16th through February 6th! Over the four weeks, you'll cover everything from the history of burlesque and movement basics to pasties and tassel twirls and character development. All levels and all bodies welcome!
For more information, email sunnydelust@gmail.com
Putting the Pro in Producing
February 3rd, 10th, 17th, & 24th, 2025
6:00pm
Virtual on Zoom
Combining his experience in the industry with his 13 years as a Learning and Development professional, this course will take you through Mr. Valdez's process from inception to production of your very own show. Be ready for a fun and educational experience. Bring all of the questions you may have! Bring whatever it is you need to take notes and your growth mindset.
Masc Burlesque with Morningstar
February 16, 2025
1:00pm
Creepatorium, 1974 S Acoma St, Denver, CO
Join Morningstar for this beginner/ intermediate level burlesque class, and you will learn staple strip tease moves for boy-lesquers, drag kings, and anyone in between.
Featured Shows:
Voltaire Collective Presents: Pan's Bloody Valentine
February 7th, 2025
6:00pm
Roxy on Broadway, 554 S Broadway, Denver, CO
Black Croc's Black Joy Bash
February 8th, 2025
7:00pm
HQ Underground, 60 S Broadway, Denver, CO
Here is your roundup of Burlesque Shows in the Denver Area (and a little beyond!) in the next week!
This week in Denver-Metro!
Voltaire Collective Presents: Pan's Bloody Valentine
February 7th, 2025
6:00pm
Roxy on Broadway, 554 S Broadway, Denver, CO
Join Pan and Morningstar yet again to celebrate Lupercalia with all your favorite woodland creatures! This draglesque show will feature top tier professionals. $20 suggested ticket. Full Dinner Menu & Bar Available. Reservations Recommended!
Erotica
February 7th, 2025
6:00pm
Memento Mori Gallery, 6451 W Colfax Ave, Lakewood, CO
It's that time of year when the pink comes out and there are hearts A group art show featuring adult themed nude and erotic art. With burlesque dancing to kick it off!
Tops Off to Broadway
February 7th, 2025
9:30pm
The Clocktower Cabaret, 1601 Arapahoe St, Denver, CO
“Come on along and listen to the lullaby of Broadway!” Tops Off To Broadway transforms your favorite show tunes into a dazzling burlesque spectacle. With a little tease and a lot of sparkle, we’ll take you from “defying gravity” to “feelin’ groovy” in a series of bold and seductive performances! This tribute reimagines iconic musical numbers with glamorous costumes and playful twists. Each act is full of surprises and sure to leave you humming, “There’s no business like show business!” Join us for a sultry celebration of musical theatre’s greatest hits!
Black Croc's Black Joy Bash
February 8th, 2025
7:00pm
HQ Underground, 60 S Broadway, Denver, CO
Come together for an evening of drag and burlesque that showcases diversity, empowerment, and self-love while spreading silliness and black joy.
Get your tickets now and let's laugh together at Black Croc's Black Joy Bash. Featuring an all-black cast, raffles,and games; you don't want to miss this Black History Month Celebration! 21+
Wild West Follies: Booties, Bustles, and Burlesque
February 8th, 2025
7:30pm
Liquor Pie Speakeasy at Odde's Music Grill, 9975 Wadsworth Pkwy #2, Westminster, CO
Ride 'em in and strap 'em on — it’s time to cowgirl your way back to the wild days of brothels, vaudeville, and burlesque — oh my! But don’t hang up your hat just yet, because there’s more than good ol' days to celebrate. We’re throwing in some special rootin’-tootin’ birthday surprises, too!
So polish your spurs, tighten those stirrups, and mosey on down to the Liquor Pie Saloon—oops, make that speakeasy! Get ready for a night of glitz, grit, and a dash of backdoor mischief you won’t want to miss.
Blassphemy: A Metal Go-Go Burlesque Show Horny Metal Edition
February 8th, 2025
9:30pm
Lion's Lair, 2022 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO
Alabastard Productions proudly presents Blassphemy, where sin, heavy music, and unholy debauchery collide! This isn’t your typical burlesque show—it's a metal-fueled, butt-shaking, boundary-breaking celebration that pushes our performers to unleash their inner sinner (or just inner headbanger). With extended stage time averaging 12-15 minutes per performance, each artist has the time to dig deep and really bring some nonsense to the stage, and into the crowd. This month we dedicate our booty shaking to makers of Horny Metal! So get ready for Deftones, Bad Omens, Sleeptoken, and more incredibly thirsty artists.
Plan ahead by checking out our full calendar!
The Latest Featured Denver Burlesque Performer: Anita Salsita (Part 1)!
Spicing up your night, one dance at a time. Welcome to the stage… Anita Salsita!
Anita Salsita has been setting stages ablaze since April 2023, performing across Denver, Fort Collins, Colorado Springs, and beyond. Growing up on the Texas-Mexico border, she brings a fiery kick of Hispanic and Latin flair to her performances as an homage to her rich cultural heritage. Her routines sizzle with vibrant energy and a passion for storytelling through movement.
In July 2024, Anita launched Vivalesque, her own burlesque production company, which produced six successful shows in its first year. With plans to keep the spice alive into 2025, Anita is dedicated to celebrating individuality, culture, and the art of burlesque, leaving audiences craving more.
Keep up with Anita and Vivalesque on Instagram!
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