The Essential Burlesque Dance Series
with headmistress of the NYSB,
Jo "Boobs" Weldon
Other Instructors may include:
Gal Friday,
Darlinda Just Darlinda,
And Jezebel Express!
Register Now • About • Dress Code • Details • Students on Stage!May 5, 12, 19, 26, 1-3 pm
The May series is already underway, but you can register NOW for the series that runs in June!
$95
Location: 440 Lafayette Street NYC
Studio 4C
Register now!
Sundays 1-3 pm in May
The series in May is SOLD OUT. email schoolofburlesque@gmail.com to be put on the waitlist, or register for the June series below.
Register for Sundays June 9, 16, 23 & 30:
PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED--NO DROPINS
If you are planning to attend with a friend, please register for both of you at the same time. This series always sells out and has a waiting list.
Think you might miss a class? Please read our payment policies before registering to find out more about our policies on refunds, cancellations and transferring a class from one date to another.
About This Class
You do not need to be a performer or planning to perform to take these classes, though performance theory will be discussed in class. This series is suitable for beginners, as well as for experienced dancers or other types of performers curious about the language of burlesque.
You'll learn the AUTHENTIC burlesque moves that make burlesque so much fun: the tantalizing glove peel, the sexy shimmy, the devastating bump n grind, the dazzling tassel-twirl and more! You'll be shimmying, peeling, and rocking it, performing an entire burlesque striptease routine in the very first class. You'll get the basics of the history of burlesque and striptease as an artform, plus you'll hear plenty of stories of how Jo learned each move from each amazing performer. There will be information on costuming, getting gigs, the history of the Burlesque Hall of Fame and burlesque in Coney Island, where to see burlesque shows in NYC, and more!
New York School of Burlesque Headmistress Jo Weldon has learned directly from the fierce and fabulous ladies who performed during the magical golden age of twentieth century striptease, and has taught these movements, principles and styles to NYSB instructors. Although it has been honed over time, this is the same series that has helped produce some of burlesque's most popular new performers over the past five years!
This class series is for women only.Dress Code
Class Details
The classes below are part of this series and are not available for individual registration on these dates.
Order of classes is subject to change when necessary, so please consult with your instructor if you need more information.
Week One• Chair Dance
• Stalking the Stocking
• Wear shorts or leggings: You will need bare legs to learn the stocking peels
• Bring a pair of smooth, stretch, non-fishnet stockings, any brand is fine. Expensive stockings are not recommended as they may get damaged in the class.
Click here for Jo's article about stockings and how to buy them, and bring a pair to class. Be sure to read this a few days before the class.
Week Two
• Classic Moves of Burlesque with Tassel-Twirling
• Learn an entire burlesque routine in this class! Think you can't do it? You'll be amazed!
• Bring a standard back-hooking bra, preferably not anything lacey, padded, or racerback. Firm cups are the best but not required
Week Three
• Showgirl Strutting and Striptease Expertise
• You'll want to wear heels for this one!
• Bring a hoodie (ideally), or a cardigan or button down shirt.
Week Four
• Isolations
• Fan Dance Basics
• High Heels are optional. Be sure to wear close-fitting sleeves or short sleeves so you can see arm movements.
We highly recommend you purchase The Burlesque Handbook to accompany this class. This is the first-ever book on how to create a burlesque routine written by NYSB Headmistress and Founder Jo Weldon. Includes pastie-making instructions, information about how to choose music, how to put together a costume, and more! Purchase now on Amazon.com!
Registration
May 5, 12, 19, 16, 1-3 pm
The April series is already underway, but you can register NOW for the series that runs in May!
$95
Location: 440 Lafayette Street NYC
Studio 4C
Register now!
Sundays 1-3 pm in May
PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED--NO DROPINS
If you are planning to attend with a friend, please register for both of you at the same time. This series always sells out and has a waiting list.
Think you might miss a class? Please read our payment policies before registering to find out more about our policies on refunds, cancellations and transferring a class from one date to another.
Registration is strictly limited to ensure the quality of the class. If you are registering with a friend, please register together to ensure that you both get in. Email us at schoolofburlesque@gmail.com if you receive a notice that the class is sold out; we may be able to fit you in if there is a cancellation.
We recommend registering immediately if you are interested. Once you sign up for the class, please bookmarking this page for reference.
When you get to the building, please go directly to the studio. YOU WILL NOT CHECK IN AT THE OFFICE OR WITH A RECEPTIONIST.
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Students on Stage!
The New York School of Burlesque offers every student the opportunity to perform in front of a live and supportive New York audience on a regular basis. Presenting New York's newest burlesque performers for over half a decade, we've been helping students to find joy onstage since our first Student Showcase in 2004. Some students decide to have one night of fun with it, and others have gone on to develop careers in burlesque.
Click here and come see these fabulous daring women take it off on our stage for the very first time!
See us in action on CBS Sunday Morning:
The calendar below is constantly being updated.
