Saturday April 21stSunday April 22nd
Our daytime convention activities provide opportunities for performers, future performers, enthusiasts, scholars and curious bystanders to learn more about burlesque old and new.
Saturday Daytime Event Location
Holiday Inn
Fisherman’s Wharf
1300 Columbus Avenue, SF
Get your tickets
Online ticket sales have ended but that doesn't mean are classes are sold out... Limited tickets will be sold at the door. Get them while they last!
Tassel Twirling Workshop*
with Miss Indigo Blue
* You must be 18 and over to attend
Saturday April 21st, 10:00AM - 11:00AM
Watch em wiggle! See em jiggle! Can you go clockwise? In opposite directions? Learn the ancient alluring skill of tassel twirling from the best twirler in the biz Miss Indigo Blue! A Revolutionary class for all budding Helicopter Girls this class is open to all bodies with chests. Yes you will be wearing pasties! Bring your own pasties OR purchase TwirlyGirl pasties/ adhesive in the class.
Price:
$12 General .............................................. Limited tickets sold at the door
$10 Tease-O-Rama Performer* ................... Limited tickets sold at the door
* Performer wristband required for pickup
Pick-up:
Tickets available at Daytime Will Call*
* Please bring proof of purchase for fact check-in
Social Media and Marketing for Burlesquers*
Saturday April 21st, 11:00AM - 12:00PM
* You must be 18 and over to attend
Are you utilizing social media to get the biggest impact for your troupe or shows? Whether you’re a seasoned Twitterer or can barely get around Facebook, this class will illustrate the tools you need to successfully market and publicize yourself and your shows. You’ll learn the basics of social media management tools, analytics, and how you can use easy-to-track stats to garner sponsors and advertisers! Plus, you’ll get the inside scoop on how to properly market yourself to the media, draft the perfect press release, and get maximum coverage in newspapers, magazines and blogs.
Sparkly Devil is the Chair of Communications and Social Media for Burlesque Hall of Fame, a former journalist, and has drafted social media marketing strategies for several large tech-based businesses.
Michelle Baldwin, wrote the book on the neo-burlesque scene, Burlesque and the "The New Bump & Grind". An expert on the history of social networking in the burlesque community and trends happening today with performers and events.
Price:
$12 General .............................................. Limited tickets sold at the door
$10 Tease-O-Rama Performer* ................... Limited tickets sold at the door
* Performer wristband required for pickup
Pick-up:
Tickets available at Daytime Will Call*
* Please bring proof of purchase for fact check-in
Panels, Negligees, and Dusters*
with Legend Shannon Doah
* You must be 18 and over to attend
Saturday April 21st, 11:00AM - 12:00PM
Shannon Doah, the epitome of elegance" Las Vegas Sun Robin Leach “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous”
Performing from the 1960's to the mid1990's Shannon Doah got her start right here in San Francisco at top clubs in North Beach! She worked as an exotic dancer at Big Al's, The Condor and El Cid with live bands, singers, and comedians. Known for her Paris and Hollywood inspired shows, “Varga Girl” looks and elaborate costumes she performed in Los Angeles and Hollywood Strip Clubs and she starred in the first US production of the original Crazy Horse Paris Saloon show at “The Losers” an elite Beverly Hills strip club! Represented by American Showgirl Agency and Jess Mack Las Vegas, she toured the US and Internationally as a Feature striptease exotic dancer.
In this 60-minute class you will take a trip with Shannon Doah to a world of sophisticated seduction. She will show you how to wear, wrap, tease, twirl, flash, spin, peel and play with sumptuous panels, negligees, and dusters while moving to enticing music and high-energy songs. Shannon Doah not only has been a performer for over 30 years she has designed and constructed much of her own wardrobe and has a degree in Costume Design. She has created her exclusive line of “Vintage Showgirl” costumes including panel belts, negligees, dusters, net triangle bras, G-Strings and T-Backs “the way we wore them”.
Please wear comfortable stretch type clothing and bring heels. There will be some panels and negligees available to work with. If you have them, bring your panels and dusters.
Price:
$12 General .............................................. Limited tickets sold at the door
$10 Tease-O-Rama Performer* ................... Limited tickets sold at the door
* Performer wristband required for pickup
Pick-up:
Tickets available at Daytime Will Call*
* Please bring proof of purchase for fact check-in
Striptease Expertise*
with Headmistress Jo Boobs
* You must be 18 and over to attend
Saturday April 21st, 11:15AM - 12:15PM
No matter what your level of performance, you'll be a better stripper after you leave this class presented by Headmistress and Founder of the New York School of Burlesque/Author of The Burlesque Handbook from HarperCollins, Jo “Boobs” Weldon! You'll learn how to make everything, from slipping out of a button-down shirt to removing your earrings, into a devastating act of theater. We'll start with what you already know (and you may not even know you know it) and incorporate it into innovative and effective ways to handle any article of clothing. Bring a hoodie, sunglasses, a corset, a belt, shoes, or anything you happen to be wearing, and Jo will help you find an artful way to remove it. Concepts such as "Showing Them What You're Showing Them," "Eye Contact with an Audience You Can't See," "Why Lingerie is Not a Costume," and "How to Alter Street Clothing for the Stage" will be discussed. Striptease is the most unique element of burlesque performance, so hone your striptease till it's razor sharp! Please bring one to three items of clothing (accessories are also great) for this class.
Price:
$12 General .............................................. Limited tickets sold at the door
$10 Tease-O-Rama Performer* ................... Limited tickets sold at the door
* Performer wristband required for pickup
Pick-up:
Tickets available at Daytime Will Call*
* Please bring proof of purchase for fact check-in
Producing 101 - Production and Stage Management
* You must be 18 and over to attend
Saturday April 21st, 12:15PM - 1:45PM
Learn the tips and tricks to producing the best burlesque events on planet earth from the best producers in the biz! How do you come up with a concept for an event? How do you find a venue? How do you pull something like this off and still have a sense of humor? What technology do you use to organize so much information? Oh and much more tips and tricks as well as time for Q&A.
Panel discussion moderated by Lili VonSchtupp and includes Burgundy Brixx, Jim Sweeney and Darlinda Just Darlinda
Price:
$12 General .............................................. Limited tickets sold at the door
$10 Tease-O-Rama Performer* ................... Limited tickets sold at the door
* Performer wristband required for pickup
Pick-up:
Tickets available at Daytime Will Call*
* Please bring proof of purchase for fact check-in
Costume Crush "Secrets to making Opulent & Visual Magic"*
with Amber Ray
* You must be 18 and over to attend
Saturday April 21st, 12:15PM - 1:15PM
Learn the secrets of making opulent visual magic from New York City’s own expert in outrageous costuming and effects – Amber Ray! In this 60 minute class you will pick up tried and true tips and tricks from costume development, dying fabrics, designing and embellishing costumes and how to fix damaged costumes all on a budget!
Price:
$12 General .............................................. Limited tickets sold at the door
$10 Tease-O-Rama Performer* ................... Limited tickets sold at the door
* Performer wristband required for pickup
Pick-up:
Tickets available at Daytime Will Call*
* Please bring proof of purchase for fact check-in
Bloom your Flower! Burlesque Stage tips*
with Japan's Cherry Typhoon!
* You must be 18 and over to attend
Saturday April 21st, 1:30PM - 2:30PM
What is the most important element for performing Burlesque? Song choice? An exquisite costumes? Polished Choreography? Yes these are all important elements...BUT still not enough…the most important thing is… YOURSELF!! Learn to “Bloom your Flower” on the stage with secret technique from Japan’s own Cherry Typhoon! You will be introduced to secret stage tips including the traditional Asian method of breathing and body. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
“Unite your body and soul…. if you can unite yourself, you can unite with the audience with good energy!” – Cherry Typhoon
Price:
$12 General .............................................. Limited tickets sold at the door
$10 Tease-O-Rama Performer* ................... Limited tickets sold at the door
* Performer wristband required for pickup
Pick-up:
Tickets available at Daytime Will Call*
* Please bring proof of purchase for fact check-in
Boa Play*
with Michelle L'amour
* You must be 18 and over to attend
Saturday April 21st, 1:30PM - 2:30l
Chicago Magazine calls Michelle L’amour “The Reigning Queen of Bump and Grind” …. Truly the master of her craft the boa is no exception for Miss L’amour! In this hands-on class learn how to use your boa in the most effective ways to conceal, reveal, and frame your body. Please bring a boa and a pair of heels.
“Devastatingly Erotic” – Chicago Reader
Price:
$12 General .............................................. Limited tickets sold at the door
$10 Tease-O-Rama Performer* ................... Limited tickets sold at the door
* Performer wristband required for pickup
Pick-up:
Tickets available at Daytime Will Call*
* Please bring proof of purchase for fact check-in
Tease & Tone*
with Michelle L'amour
* You must be 18 and over to attend
Saturday April 21st, 2:30PM - 3:30PM
Bump and grind your way to better fitness with Miss Exotic World 2005 winner Michelle L’amour! This is a burlesque infused low impact workout that combines a fun cardio routine with toning and stretching. Expect to sparkle with sweat and knowledge when this class is over! Wear comfortable clothing and wear gym shoes.
“The hottest thing since the Chicago fire” – Burlesque Legend, Dixie Evans
Price:
$12 General .............................................. Limited tickets sold at the door
$10 Tease-O-Rama Performer* ................... Limited tickets sold at the door
* Performer wristband required for pickup
Pick-up:
Tickets available at Daytime Will Call*
* Please bring proof of purchase for fact check-in
Dr Sketchy – Anti-Art School*
* You must be 18 and over to attend
Saturday April 21st, 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Since 2005, Dr. Sketchy's Anti-Art School is art class...without the class. Founded in New York City by artist/burlesque performer Molly Crabapple, Dr. Sketchy's now has branches in over 110 cities around the globe, from Los Angeles to Tokyo to Soa Paolo. Artists draw sassy burlesque girls, models, circus performers, roller derby chicks, and rippling hunks of man. Tease-O-Rama is proud to be sponsoring Dr Sketchy’s Anti-Art School with a class that will feature some of the top Tease-O-Rama performers from the weekend including: Coco Lectric, Tana the Tattooed Lady, Ms. Redd, TwinkleToes McGee, Burgundy Brixx, and GiGi La Femme!!
Bring your eyeballs, your wit and your art supplies!
Price:
Free
Admission:
First come first served... Space is Limited
