Looking to start your Valentine’s festivities early? Join me on Feb 10th, 1-2:30pm at Fit and Bendy Studios, for Take Two: Couples Striptease! I’ll be teaching this exciting new workshop for the first time in Los Angeles! Bring a friend, partner or lover and learn how to tease and tantalize each other using the art of burlesque. You will learn a full choreography involving boas, robes, bras, button down shirts and ties.
Please bring your own items of clothing. There will be some boas available to borrow if you do not have one. All clothing will be worn on top of your workout clothing. All are welcome! No experience necessary. Fun and playful attitudes required!
Registration includes a glass of champagne and chocolate!
Today marks the one year anniversary of my Big Reveal:
It has been a life changing year. I have moved to Los Angeles, a place where image is everything and truth is the exception, not the rule. It has been incredibly freeing, but also scary, to live as my true self and not hide of apologize for who I am or what I look like. None of this has been easy and I still struggle with this at times when my self doubt and insecurities run high.
I was open about this as a child and in highschool, but this has been the first year that I have been open about this as a burlesque figure. Burlesque is so rooted in image and glamour. Yes, it’s empowering but it can be hard to see and feel that sometimes when you’re backstage or perusing Instagram. Just like you, I can get lost in the portrayed perfection of another and I can get down on myself. I start to feel insecure and wonder if what I’m doing will be accepted. In the midst of those feelings, I still step out on stage, because in the end, I will always believe that beauty is truth. I have taught that to my students for over a decade, but I think it’s always harder for the teacher to teach themselves. Well, trust that I have been in class every day, showing up to learn new lessons and even learn the same lessons over and over. Repetition is key!
On the health note, I’ve had some hair growth and I’ve also had some loss. I feel like I’m only allowed a certain number of hairs on my head at one time. If one spot grows in, then I will lose hair some where else. It’s like whac-a-mole. While it is still frustrating and I still get down about it, I have more good days than bad, emotionally speaking. What’s strange is that my hair style is so on trend. I’ve NEVER been on trend or even cared about that. I see some ladies with the same cut as me and a lot of dudes! It’s kinda funny. Who knew alopecia would be so hot right now?!
Thank you for an incredible year of support and love! Can’t wait to see what this year brings!
For the past 2 years, I’ve thrown a fabulous Eve of the Eve party in a secret location. This year is no different. Join me on Dec 30th for the night you’ve always dreamed of…XS:NDK. Beats. Sex. Fashion.
There are very limited tickets available to this event and the location will not be made public. Only ticket holders will know where this event takes place. All you need to know right now is that it is in River North in Chicago. The event will feature fabulous naughty entertainment, video, and killer dance music. Come dressed to impress, or undressed to impress. We take all kinds!
Halloween month is in full swing! Here’s where you can find me next:
Oct 28 – Thriller Burlesque Workshop at Fit & Bendy in LA – 12:15-1:30 – Register
Learn the classic Thriller dance made famous by Michael Jackson and infuse it with classic burlesque moves. Please bring a shirt that you can take off and/or tear. #sexybeast
Oct 29 – Naked Ghouls Reading – 4201 N Ravenswood in Chicago – 8pm – Tickets
Frankenstein, Dracula, Demon trysts. Yes, that’s right. This event always gets me in the mood for Halloween. The only question is, what should I wear…? Oh right! Nothing!
Oct 31 – Ghouls, Ghouls, Ghouls at Untitled in Chicago – 9pm – Tickets
Imagine a club where those that scare go to PARTY! Think strip clubs on Sunset Strip. Think Fangtasia in True Blood. Think about not thinking too much and just come and have fun! We’ll have a fantastic show on stage and we’re featuring Nosferotika and the ChamPAIN room! This is THE place to be on Halloween! Costumes encouraged
For the past 2 years, I’ve thrown a fabulous Eve of the Eve party in a secret location. This year is no different. Join me on Dec 30th for the night you’ve always dreamed of…XS:NDK. Beats. Sex. Fashion.
