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Paloma Negra (Sydney, NSW)

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Paloma negra Is a performing artist and aerialist. She had BA in Performing arts Dance. She has also performed extensively in contemporary and flamenco. in 2008  and 2010 she was runner up in the Splash australian choreographic competition professional devision.

Along with may other performances she has performed and choreographed for many a fetish show. in 2010 she performed in Noir Review Sydney Fringe.  2011 Noir Review adelaide fringe and in 2012 she got rave reviews in Adelaide fringe ‘Anything goes”

Paloma negra is also the polisher for some routines of Imogen Kelly, Susie Q and Tobi, Missy and Rita Fontain.

 

Appearing at

22nd June – “THE BIG TEASE” SYDNEY – MORE INFO – BUY TICKETS

Luna Eclipse (Adelaide, SA)

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Born into a family of dancers, musicians, and general stage flaunters, Luna Eclipse was born to be in the spotlight. She spent her youth prancing about on stage to a smattering of polite applause, only to discover in her womanhood the thunderous applause that awaited her in the world of burlesque.

Combining her studies in bellydancing, swing dancing, vintage jazz, contemporary dance and theatre, Luna Eclipse creates shows of grace, rhythm and movement. She also has her finger in many, erm, pies, teaching swing dancing, bellydancing and burlesque,as well as producing shows and the odd spot of modelling.

 

Nominated “Best Australian Burlesque Industry Trailblazer 2012” as part of the Eros Shine Awards.

Miss Burlesque Adelaide 2010

Miss Tassel Twirl 2010

People’s Choice SA at The Busties 2012

Part of Best Duo at The Busties 2012

 

Appearing at

8th June – “THE BIG TEASE” MELBOURNE – MORE INFO – BUY TICKETS

12th June – LAUNCESTON, TAS – MORE INFO – BUY TICKETS

Briana Bluebell (Sydney, NSW)

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Glamour.  Class.  Elegance. These words are synonymous with Miss Burlesque Australia 2012 Briana Bluebell.  A true showgirl and Burlesque Artiste at heart.  Ultra-feminine, her classic looks hark back to the red carpet Hollywood actresses of old reincarnating the likes of Vivien Leigh, Audrey Hepburn and Ann Miller exuding the same sassy wit and charm.

 

Invited to perform at the Burlesque Hall of Fame in Las Vegas taking place in May 2012, Briana is a well-known performer in the industry both locally and internationally.  Her shows are of epic proportion with all aspects covered down to the tiniest sequined detail! With her porcelain skin, chocolate colored locks and burning blue eyes Briana is simply enchanting onstage.

 

Appearing at:

22nd June – “THE BIG TEASE” SYDNEY – MORE INFO – BUY TICKETS

Memphis Mae (Sydney, NSW)

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Sydney Burlesque performer, MC and Producer Memphis Mae is well known at establishments Gallery Burlesque, Dr Sketchy’s & 34B. Memphis Mae is breaking boundaries and pushing audiences out of their comfort zones to bring a new level of interactive burlesque and MCing.

Memphis is creator and part of Sydney dance troupe The Big Spenders who are Bella Louche, Rosie Rivette, Bridie. Also performing in an acrobatic duo with Tim Kent bringing sass, comedy and romance to the stage. Memphis produces and MC’s her own show, Mr Falcons Presents Burlesque.

Mr Falcons is a small Burlesque and Variety event that has hosted performers by the likes of Betty Grumble, Raven Boylesque, Rita Fontaine and many more.

Memphis is co-producer at Per-Verse Productions, a company that provides a space where performers can bring their art to life whether it be Burlesque, spoken word, music and circus. Per-Verse has produced a one off Valentines day Fetish show, Valentimes: A strange love Cabaret and now producing ‘Crown Street Tease’ – An intimate evening of Burlesque, Dinner and a show.

Memphis is now known in the community for her bold, Ill-mannered and often vulgar MC style being deemed ‘The Queen of Crude.

Winner of the Miss Burlesque Australia Heats 2013 Memphis will now compete in the NSW finals in March.

Inspired by all things glamour Memphis’s performances are anything but traditional, so those looking for that same old Burlesque experience shouldn’t even bother turning up because this is one girl who doesn’t like to disappoint. Think retro rock goddess meets 1950’s Stepford wife and you’ll only just begin to scrape the surface of what Memphis Mae has to offer.

Vivian Marlowe (Perth, WA)

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A vivacious red head from Perth, Western Australia, Vivian Marlowe has been performing for over three years and has written and starred  in successful shows in Perth Fringe World and acts over in the Eastern states. Specialising in  classic tease but with usually a kitschy twist, Vivian Marlowe is proof that the most explosive dynamite comes in the small packages!

 

Appearing at:

21st June – “NOUVELLE ROYALE” SYDNEY, NSW – MORE INFO – BUY TICKETS