and a mainstay within the burlesque community.
Dolores Daiquiri began her career at the forefront of the Burlesque ‘explosion’ over nineteen years ago and is considered a pioneer
of the revival of burlesque in Australia.
Starting her journey as a founding member of Australia’s longest serving burlesque troupe and then as a soloist in 2009, Dolores continues to
perform and star in a vast array of showcases in Australia and internationally which encompasses local & corporate events, private shows
and media launches. Dolores regularly performs at popular burlesque and cabaret venues.
As a producer she has launched and produced many exciting and hugely successful events including ‘The Australian Burlesque Festival’ which
tours nationally every year to sold out audiences. Her current project ‘Bubble Glamour Productions’ launched in early 2017.
Combining her performance, production and event management experience to deliver a ‘Boutique Entertainment’ service. Headliner &
Featured Artist in many shows and festivals including the Australian Burlesque Festival, Perth Burlesque Festival, Paris Burlesque Festival,
New Zealand Burlesque Festival, Noumea Burlesque Festival &New York Burlesque Festival.
• Director of The Burlesque Cruise (Australia & USA)
• The Australian Burlesque Festival Director
• Burlesque Teacher
• Event Manager
• Graduate Diploma in Event Management
• 21st Century Magazine: Top 10 Australian Burlesque Performer 2014 & 2015
• ‘Guinness World Record Holder 2014 – Burleskathon’
• ‘The Australian Burlesque Museum’ ICONS Exhibition 2015, 2018
This year sees her taking this involvement to the next level
and she is excited to dive in as co-director of the festival.
Cherry is a proud Australian born Chinese who brings her
family’s work ethic and sense of community to this role.
Her decades of experience in team management and event
coordination, both in and away from the theatre, gives her
the drive to not only push her works forward but ensure the
safe and smooth running behind the scenes.
Onstage, backstage and all around Cherry brings the highest
quality of work to all that she does and has seen her strutting
the stages and running the show right across Australia.
Her work with some of Australia’s top producers has seen her
thrive and grow not only as a performer but as a tour manager,
front of house manager and stage manager.
Cherry is a highly regarded member of the Australian burlesque
community bringing her passion and experience to the festival,
creating space for all performers to shine.
Wiradjuri/Kamilaroi enby & is internationally renowned.
Hailed as aggressively queer, kitty is known for luxiousrly
lapping at toxic masculinity's tears - once breaking a
mans nose with their boobs (true story!).
A wild cat at heart, their fierce self-expression of fetish
provides a darker side to a golden smile, showing just
a hint of fang, and celebrating the ow in Me-ow!
A former Brisbane Leather Pride committee member
and dubbed the jewel in Melbourne's kinky crown;
Kitty likes it a little rough and will lead you willingly
to the dark side. Founder and producer of
Curves & Claws: Variety & Burlesque show - Kitty
channels a passion for LGBTI & BIPOC rights &
representation and body acceptance/diversity that
wows crowds time after time! Vic NAIDOC pride
person of the year 2022/2023 Kitty brings their
Aboriginal pride to everything they do.
Performing in one form or another for a decade,
Kitty loves nothing more than exploring new forms
of art. Beguiling and badass, bringing their special
brand of madness to audiences world wide this is
one pussy you might not want to pet. Watch out,
this kitty has Claws!
and self-proclaimed burlesque menace,
Moxie Delite weaves story and campery
to change minds and break rules.
Not content with just performing to the
extremes of horror and humour,
Moxie also produces cabaret freakshow,
Cirque de Moxie, and spine-chilling
theatrical cult experience, Serendipity.
In every performance, Moxie strips
back- sometimes clothes, sometimes skin,
sometimes your every expectation for
drag and burlesque. She has teased her
way into the title of Burlesque Muse Melbourne 2021,
winner of DT's Talent Hunt 2019 and
highlighted as a featured performer
for the Australian Burlesque Festival's
Shock-O-Rama in 2022.
There's no getting rid of them,
hold tight - for Moxie Delite!
She has managed shows such as Le Grand Burlesque and Starlite Frolics (Australian Burlesque Festival),
Mx Burlesque NSW, Royal Heart Revue, Heartstoppers, Red Light Confidential,
The Bower, Late Night Buffet and many more!
providing photography, videography, marketing and multimedia services - showcasing performances over the month-long festival.
Angel has also placed in the world’s Top 10 most influential non- performing artists (Photography/Producing) in the prestigious
21st Century Burlesque Awards in 2016, 2017 & 2019.
Angel has worked in the Melbourne professional & independent arts scene for over twenty years as an actor, writer, director, producer,
photographer and videographer. He founded 3 Fates Media in 2011 and has since produced numerous theatre works including
the sold-out season of ‘Triage! A Nursing Cabaret’ as part of the 2013 Melbourne Cabaret Festival, the silent comedy ‘Last Mime Standing’
for the 2014 Melbourne International Comedy Festival, the Box Office smash - 2013 Green Room Nominated Cabaret – ‘The Yummy
Burlesque Hour’, the 2018 Cabaret Smash hit Subtle starring Sally Bourne and Susan Ann Walker and the 2019 cabaret ‘Not Quite Right’
starring Susan Ann Walker.
In 2014, Angel wrote, directed, produced and filmed 2 advertising campaigns for AFL Victoria and in 2015 his production company
– 3 Fates Media provided multimedia services for the acclaimed, sell out season of ‘The Living Museum of Erotic Women – Written
and Directed by Willow J Conway and produced by Bernzerk Productions. In 2020 he directed the sold-out season of ‘Bin Goddess’ starring
Danielle Matthews and Susan-ann Walker as well as producing/directing the 2020 Burlesque Muse Grand Finale.
In 2021, Angel joined the board of ‘The Antipodes Theatre Company’ a cooperative of like-minded artists and creators providing a collaborative
and inclusive environment for producing independent theatre in Melbourne.
Nellie Noble excels in creating and executing comprehensive social media strategies tailored
to meet specific business goals.
Her strategies encompass content planning, audience targeting, and growth hacking techniques
to boost online presence.
Building meaningful connections with followers is her forte. She fosters vibrant online communities
by actively engaging with audiences.
Staying ahead of social media trends is essential and Nellie is always on the lookout for emerging features,
ensuring her clients remain at the forefront of the ever-evolving social media landscape.
Nellie is proud and excited to be working alongside the Australian Burlesque Festival
and is looking forward showcasing the festival to an even wider audience.
and particularly loves the style of midcentury advertising design and artwork. Areas of specialty include Pinup and Burlesque,
Vintage, Western Vintage.
Previous clients include Schylling toys, Atomic Swag tee shirts, Original Penguin, Viva Las Vegas and The Rockabilly Rave festivals,
editorial illustrations for Australian and international publications including Men's Health magazine, AFR magazine and St Louis magazine.
Artist representation by The Illustration Room (www.illustrationroom.com.au)
With over 10 years of professional experience, Dan has worked alongside corporations, small businesses and musicians to help develop
their online and offline presence.
His business, Go Modern Creative offers a range of website and design solutions from online stores, reservation systems, email
newsletter marketing and online portfolios. Go Modern takes a consultative approach, first developing an understanding of your business
and customising solutions to suit your needs.
Feel free to get in touch to discuss your next project.