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New Follies

20th September

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New Follies!

The New Follies Competition at the Australian Burlesque Festival showcases some of our newest burlesque talent from across the country! The Competition brings together burlesque artists to showcase their talent but also serves as a platform for innovation and creativity.

“The biggest burlesque bash this side of the equator” – Time Out Melbourne

The excitement is palpable as these performers get ready to hit the stage, each bringing their own unique style, charisma, and flair to captivate the audience and impress our experienced judges. The competition aspect adds an extra layer of energy and suspense, making it a truly exhilarating experience for both participants and audience members alike.

Winning New Follies or participating can open doors for performers, offering further recognition within the burlesque community and beyond. It’s a testament to their dedication, talent, and ability to entertain and enchant audiences.

“A glam-glorious night starring Australia’s best performers” – The Dusk Zone Blogger

Have you attended the New Follies Competition at the Australian Burlesque Festival before, or are you planning to attend for the first time? It is going to be a fabulous night!

We acknowledge this event will take place on Wurundjeri land.

*Celebrating 15 years in 2024*

Venue Details
Gasworks

Website
https://gasworks.org.au

Address
21 Graham Street
Albert Park VIC 3206

Parking
Driving:
If you are driving to Gasworks Arts Park, our address is 21 Graham Street, Albert Park (corner of Graham and Pickles Streets, Melway ref: 57, D4). There is plenty of free, unrestricted street parking surrounding the park.
Public transport access.

Accessibility
https://gasworks.org.au/visit-us

Seating
Theatre style

Tickets
Concession: $80
General Admission: $85

Dress Code
Evening or smart casual

Age Restrictions
18+ event. Adult content.

About the Venue
Gasworks Arts Park is a vibrant arts precinct producing a range of high-quality arts programs, workshops, and activities for all ages. Situated in Albert Park, Melbourne, on the site of the former South Melbourne Gas Plant, Gasworks is just three kilometers from the CBD, and the precinct houses four hectares of park, two theatres, three gallery spaces, a café, as well as function and workshop spaces.

Show Policy
*All times subject to change*
*Artist line-up and show content subject to change*
*No photography or recording permitted*

ABF prides itself on providing a safe and inclusive space for our performers and patrons. We do not tolerate harassment, bullying, racism, homophobia, sexism or any kind of disrespect towards our artists, crew, venue staff or other patrons. Any patron found to be engaging in the above behaviour’s will be asked to vacate the premises immediately.

Refund Policy

Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable for any reason including but not limited to:
change of mind
missing part or all of an Australian Burlesque Festival event due to late arrival
unable to attend due to medical/personal reasons*

*Refunds will only be considered due to extenuating circumstances.

The Big Tease Gala

21st September

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Headliners
Aria Delanoche USA

Host
Tash York VIC

Featured Artists
Imogen Kelly NSW

Special Guest Performer
Dolores Daiquiri VIC

Artists
Booger Boobs USA
Valerie ‘Va Va’ Valentine VIC
Curvella SA
Bottoms Up Chair Tricksters VIC
Mya Dia Monte QLD
Millie Devine NT
Connie Curveball SA
Sugar Derramar VIC
Isadora Mabille NC
Antoinette Noir PHILIPPINES
Lauren Bok VIC
Margot Manifesto USA
Moxie Delite VIC

The Australian Burlesque Festival 

The Big Tease Gala

The Australian Burlesque Festival’s Big Tease Gala will for the first time be celebrating at The Malthouse an incredible 15 years of glamour and allure in 2024. Featuring some of the best local and international burlesque performers. See them strut their glamorous stuff across our stages, bump n grind across the dance floor and tease their way into your hearts.

“The biggest burlesque bash this side of the equator” – Time Out Melbourne

The Big Tease Gala celebrates the golden era vintage tease, sizzling cabaret and variety entertainment.

Don’t miss a glamorous night of elegant classic tease and alluring modern burlesque that will dazzle, delight and stimulate the senses!

“A glam-glorious night starring Australia’s best performers” – The Dusk Zone Blogger

We acknowledge this event will take place on Wurundjeri land.

*Celebrating 15 years in 2024*

Venue Details
The Malthouse

Website
https://www.malthousetheatre.com.au

Address
113 Sturt Street Southbank, VIC 3006

Parking
Limited on-street parking is available on Grant Street, Sturt Street and Dodds Streets. Two disabled parking spaces are just outside The Malthouse entrance on Sturt Street.

The closest secure carparks are:

Arts Centre Melbourne Car Park (enter from Sturt Street)
The Australian Ballet Centre Car Park (2 Kavanagh Street)

Accessibility
https://www.malthousetheatre.com.au/your-visit/access/

Seating
Theatre style

Dress Code
Evening or smart casual

Age Restrictions
18+ event. Adult content.

About the Venue
Malthouse is one of Australia’s leading theatres located in Melbourne. For more than 45-years Malthouse has been a home for adventurous artists, audiences, and ideas. Engaging with both local and global communities, our programming premieres the latest in theatrical thought and ideas, collaborating with artists from Australia and around the world.

Show Policy
*All times subject to change*
*Artist line-up and show content subject to change*
*No photography or recording permitted*

ABF prides itself on providing a safe and inclusive space for our performers and patrons. We do not tolerate harassment, bullying, racism, homophobia, sexism or any kind of disrespect towards our artists, crew, venue staff or other patrons. Any patron found to be engaging in the above behaviour’s will be asked to vacate the premises immediately.

Refund Policy

Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable for any reason including but not limited to:
change of mind
missing part or all of an Australian Burlesque Festival event due to late arrival
unable to attend due to medical/personal reasons*

*Refunds will only be considered due to extenuating circumstances.