The Black Burlesque School
FAQs

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When?

Every Sunday from 6th Oct - 1st Nov (no class 3rd Nov)

Where?

Danceworks (Closest station: Bond Street)

What time? 1pm-3pm (except: 6th Oct and 1st Dec, which are 10am-12pm)

Price: £450

8 masterclass sessions, 3 rehearsals with feedback on solo acts,

Graduation showcase with professional images and video of your debut

thats across....

16 hours of Classes and 10 hours of mentoring for solo act preparation

Lower-income options

2 sponsored places and 3 concessions places are available to those who need,

this process is a lottery and you can apply HERE

Applications close 30th Aug

Who is welcome?

Black people of all genders

The Black Burlesque School offers an 8-session course, taught by working professional Black Burlesque artists of international acclaim.

Oct 2024 - Class Schedule

6th Oct | Clowning

13th Oct | Choreography

20th Oct | Costume & Poise

27th Oct | Technique

3rd Nov - break- no class

10th Nov | The USA Way

17th Nov | Musicality

24th Nov | Sing & Fling / Commercial

1st Dec | Floorwork

A Black Burlesque School?

Yes!

You can attend our course, or take a pop-up class.

Classes include:

Floorwork, Technique, Musicality, Costume & Poise, Choreography, Sing & Fling / Commercial, The USA Way, Clowning

Do you need dance experience to attend?

No!

All you need is a passion for being playful and performance, we'll teach you the rest!

Ready for a new profession?

Our course lays the foundations to join The Cocoa Butter Club's new Black Burlesque company for

professional performance bookings.

I don't want to be a professional!

No pressure! You can still attend the course.

There will be an optional performance opportunity at the end of the course, where you can show off your new skills... if you like!

All body types | All genders | All levels welcome! | Because Black is always beautiful, baby!