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We are honored to present
International Burlesque Star and Instructor
Gigi Holliday!

Special event:
Dance Like A Diva with Gigi Holliday

Saturday October 5, 12-1 pm
Step into the spotlight and unleash your inner burlesque star as you learn the art of commanding the stage and owning it like a true diva. This class is designed to teach you the essential elements that elevate a burlesque performance, combining charisma, confidence, and attitude to leave a lasting impression on your audience. In this class, you’ll be guided through a 2-4 minute routine that covers aspects of a burlesque star performance. From learning choreography that complements your style to mastering the art of costume removal with flair, you’ll acquire the skills and stage presence to captivate any audience. Dress for movement and bring a bottle of water. Use the paypal button below to register.
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Burlesque Improv and Choreography
Weekly drop-in classes
Mondays in October: 7:10 -8:10 pm

In Person in New York City
Class size is strictly limited!
Prepayment to register required, sign up with the Paypal button below the class description. Paypal doesn't send confirmation emails of payment. The instructor will send confirmations at their earliest convenience. If Paypal doesn't work for you, please email GiGi to make other arrangements. Please make sure you note the date, time, and location of the class.


Burlesque Improv and Choreography
$23+ per class or save with a multi-class package

Get Moving with Gigi in 2024!
Gigi will teach you basic burlesque moves and get you into showgirl form in this introductory class! Designed for all levels, it's the perfect way to begin your journey into this sexy and playful performing art.
Dress for movement and comfort.
For questions regarding Monday classes Email Gigi.
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Mondays in November and December: 7:00 -8:00 pm
Location in November and December: Playwrights Horizons
440 Lafayette St in Manhattan, 4th Floor, studio 4G
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Burlesque Choreography & Improv Nov 2024
Burlesque Choreography & Improv Dec 2024


Act Development!
Location: 440 Lafayette St, NYC, 10003, Third Floor, Studio 3A.
This series takes students through all the steps of creating a solo burlesque routine and culminates in a student showcase!
The January/February 2025 series dates are: Sundays, 3-5 pm on January 5, 12, 19, 26, Feb 2, 9.
Student Showcase February 23.





About Your Instructor
Recently transplanted to NYC!
GiGi Holliday built her awesome skills as Washington D.C.’s resurgence of glitz, glamour, and allure. Armed with eyelashes and an arsenal of glitter she has enticed audiences with her clever blend of sass and wit. When she is not melting her milk chocolate beauty all over the audience she uses her business attitude along with hard work she is the Entertainment Director, premier host and dancer for the La Boum Series, owner and Creative Director of Studio Holliday & Gi² Productions and Co-Founder and Co-Producer of the InDCent Arts Festival (Formerly known as Capital City Burlesque and Vaudeville Festival).“D.C. Legitimate Love Child” enjoys the spotlight heating her up and showing you some “Chocolate City Tittie."


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