This week in Denver Burlesque!
January 16th-22nd, 2025
Hello Burlesque Fans!
This year has started off with a bang! It seems that a lot of performers have a new years resolution to hone their craft, because we have a slew of classes available coming up! As well as a lot of great shows and opportunities to support some great producers!! Let’s see what’s coming up. It’s gonna be a very large list! I promise reading the whole thing will be worth it!
Upcoming Support Opportunities!
February (next month! So close!) is Black History month! And there will be all Black productions that would greatly benefit from an extra boost! Thee Black CrocoDahlia (a local Denver performer and producer) put this need VERY eloquently in their own words on a recent post, so I will quote it here:
“Last year I received SO much love and support for my BHM show and I think that show was so important because of the gap I saw in our community. I ended up being able to pay my performers 4 times what I guaranteed them. I am happy to say that this year all four shows I'm in this BHM have all Black casts including my own Black Joy Bash on February 8th in Denver!
I want to share a few ways that non-Black folks supported my first show so there can be more examples for those who don't know where to start. I also need support for this upcoming show, so please reach out and help where you can!
1. A non-Black producer gave up their February show to me and let me put on this event
2. A non-Black kitten volunteered to work for this crew of Black performers without pay.
3. Non-Black audience members donated tickets so that Black folks who could not afford them could still go.
4. Non-Black business owners donated items for raffle and goodie bags.
5. Non-Black performers and audience members are sharing and promoting the event.
6. Non-Black people who could not attend the day of the show sent tips digitally.
7. Non-Black people provided funds for show expenses and gift cards to Black-owned businesses for the raffle.These are just a few examples of how you can positively impact the Black burlesque community and ways to start if you truly desire diversity and equity in burlesque. There's so much work to be done in this area but we all gotta do what we can.”
Non-exhaustive list of all Black shows that could use your support:
Black Love Burlesque (Feb 1st, Colorado Springs): Reach out to Boujie Bitch on Instagram or BiTCHHAÜS Productions on FB
Black Croc’s Black Joy Bash (Feb 8th, Denver): Ticket link will be up soon, but you can DM Croc on Facebook or Instagram, email mediaforall93@gmail.com, or send monetary donations directly on Venmo.
Support by way of your money/resources/etc. is useful for productions featuring under-represented demographics all year round! Keep this list of ways to support in mind, even after February is over!
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!
Coco’s Log: Slow Burn
January 18th, 2025
11:00am
Frisky’s, 103 S Wahsatch Ave, Colorado Springs, CO
Burn comes from the idea that the performance is like a slow-burning fire, building heat and intensity over time. A style that celebrates the beauty of anticipation and the thrill of the tease.
Are you ready to set the stage on fire and have the audience begging for the next reveal?!
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
Masc Burlesque with Morningstar
January 18th, 2025
1:00pm
Creepatorium, 1974 S Acoma St, Denver, CO
An afternoon dance workshop for those looking to explore masculine and gender-fluid style burlesque. 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.
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.
Featured Shows:
Broken Babes Presents: Full Moon Fever
January 16th, 2025
9:00pm
The Crypt, 1618 E 17th Ave, 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!
Broken Babes Presents: Full Moon Fever
January 16th, 2025
9:00pm
The Crypt, 1618 E 17th Ave, Denver, CO
A sinful night featuring burlesque, drag and comedy. Come out on the first full moon of the year and see what happens when the babes hit the stage.
Katya Peepin's Badass Burlesque Show
January 18th, 2025
7:00pm
HQ Underground, 60 S Broadway, Denver, CO
Katya Peepin's Badass Burlesque Show. Saturday, January 18th. HQ Underground Show starts @ 7pm Doors open @ 6:30pm
This week in Boulder!
Boosegumps: A Drag and Burlesque Parody Show
January 18th, 2025
8:00pm
Junkyard Social Club, 2525 Frontier Ave, Boulder, CO
Welcome to Boosegumps, the spooktacular Goosebumps parody at Junkyard Social Club! Get ready for a night of jaw-dropping drag and burlesque that’ll leave you screaming and giggling. From spine-tingling thrills to delightfully campy chills, you won’t know whether to scream in delight or hide from sight!
This week in Colorado Springs!
Stripped: Return of the Sibs
January 18th, 2025
9:00pm
Frisky's, 103 S Wahsatch Ave, Colorado Springs, CO
Join us for our first show of the year!!!
Stripped is back to start your 2025 bigger and better! We have multiple out of town guests joining us this month, along with some of your local favorites!!
Make sure to bring your dollars for some awesome sponsored prizes!!
This week in Fort Collins!
Naughty by Nature - FOCO's Most Feral Burlesque Show!
January 18th, 2025
8:30pm
Avogadro's Number, 605 S Mason St, Fort Collins, CO
Tainted Hearts Presents:
Naughty by Nature - FOCO's Most Feral Burlesque Show!
Featuring Burlesque, Drag, Comedy and More
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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