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Drag King 101

Vaudezilla Studios @ 3330 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL

This hour long class is focused on providing the tools to tap into your inner Drag King persona. During this session we will explore the many components that create a noteworthy Drag King performance from costuming, character development, movement and physicality and beyond.  This class will include a warm up but will be mostly focused on learning group choreography. Folks from all experiences are welcome. All levels and genders welcome. ...

(14) All levels 18 and older
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Fit for a Queen: Panty Construction

Vaudezilla Studios @ 3330 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL

Empower your inner fashion designer while learning the basics of underwear construction! Imagine your underwear drawer full of your favorite colors, textures, and patterns - all custom made by you! Basic materials and machine will be provided.  However, artists are welcome to bring any of the following: sewing machine 1/2-yard of 4-way stretch material (not too stretchy) 1/4-yard cotton lining 2 yards of 5/8" foldover elastic matching...

(14) All levels 18 and older
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Improvised Burlesque (All Levels)

Vaudezilla Studios @ 3330 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL

Planning and preparing a complete burlesque act can be very rewarding, but sometimes it's fun to play with the unpredictability of live performance. Chicago is the improv capital of the world, so why not put some of those skills to use in your burlesque?  In this class, Red Hot Annie will show you some skills that will let you take any act into any environment with the ability to roll with whatever comes your way. All genders welcome and skill...

(14) All levels 18 and older
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Clowning Around with Dotti Moscati

Vaudezilla Studios

Berlin's Sexiest Clown is coming back to Chicago and offering a very special workshop to all. Dotti will be teaching clowning techniques that can be used to enhance any style of burlesque performance.  In this workshop we will work through individual performers comedy burlesque aspirations and goals. The workshop will cover topics such as: How to become more confident in one’s comedic timing. How to add comic twists to a classic act....

(14) All levels 18 and older
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Show Me What You Got: A Showgirl Dance Class

Vaudezilla Studios @ 3330 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL

A Broadway burlesque class open to all levels who want to learn how to dance like your favorite Broadway characters. This class in inspired by classics like Chicago, A Chorus Line, 42nd Street, etc. Character shoes are encouraged but not required. Come ready to move to your favorite showtunes! All levels and genders welcome. Every body welcome. This class offers the opportunity for a short group performance at the end of the session! (Not required.)...

(14) Beginner 18 and older
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The Stroll: An Intro to Burlesque

Vaudezilla Studios

Empower yourself and build confidence. The sultry stroll moves are perfect to dip in your toe and bask in the beauty of burlesque. You'll have fun dancing a new routine, satisfy an intrigue and become closer to yourself. Creative minds and bodies moving together in space and lifting each other in spirit conjures your greater tenacity and you're ready to take on the world! All levels and genders welcome. Every body welcome.

(14) Beginner 18 and older
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Improvi-Tease! - Improvising Burlesque

Vaudezilla Studios

Planning and preparing a complete burlesque act can be very rewarding, but sometimes it's fun to steer off the track to play with the unpredictability of live performance. Chicago is the improv capital of the world, so why not put some of those skills to use in your burlesque? In this class, you will learn to use all of your assets (especially the naughty ones) to make your audience scream for more. Vaudezilla C.E.Oh! Red Hot Annie will teach you...

(14) All levels 18 and older
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Hustler's Flo

Vaudezilla Studios

JLO showed us how to work it on the big screen, now learn how to work a floor, stage or chair just like the HUSTLERS do.  Miss Nyxon will teach you all the tantalizing tricks up her sleeve to seduce and own all those eyes that happen to look your way. Get dirty with the Wicked Nyx of the West and All of Burlesque with this HUSTLERS inspired workshop! All levels and genders welcome.

(14) All levels 18 and older
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Body Positivity - Healthy for All Genders

Vaudezilla Studios

Feeling confident in today's world can be a difficult thing to achieve. With all kinds of stresses around us, our bodies should be the one thing that we are comfortable with. So why can that be so difficult? In this class, we will talk a bit about what body positivity is, and provide some tips as to how best to achieve that for yourself. We will also be on our feet, exploring movement in a few different ways, including some basic burlesque, all...

(14) All levels 18 and older
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Twerkout

Vaudezilla Studios @ 3330 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL

"Twerkout" is a high-intensity cardio dance workout with a focus on booty shaking and sass. Wear comfy gym shoes and whatever clothing you feel most confident working out in. Class does include some optional floorwork, so knee pads can be helpful, though not necessary! All levels and genders welcome.

(14) All levels 18 and older
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Roaring 2020s

Vaudezilla Studios

It's the 21st century and we're in the '20s; celebrate freedom! America is a melting pot & it's our patriotic duty to keep Charleston kickin'. We salute diversity and honor our African-American roots in joyous movement. Exploring the age of jazz is the bees knees! Wear footwear appropriate for soft shoe or inside only sneakers. If you're comfy in heals, character shoes. All levels and genders welcome.

(14) All levels 18 and older
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Juniper's Floorwork

Vaudezilla Studios

Discover body language in a whole different way, where we teach you the art of sex appeal in your movement through floorwork. Get ready to express the freedom and broadness of burlesque with Juniper!  This class would include a brief stretch for warm up, sexy floorwork choreography, and a freestyle choreography routine from each member implementing what you’ve learned from the class (not mandatory, but fun). Students with previous knee...

(14) All levels 18 and older
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Floorwork: Transition, Traveling, & Storytelling

Vaudezilla Studios

Dirty, Sexy, Smooth Floorwork Intensive: Transitions, Traveling, and Storytelling Dive a little deeper into your burlesque with Ramona Romance! During this 60-minute floorwork intensive, Ramona invites you to explore not only the physicality of floorwork, but to also discover ways in which you can convey emotions and storytelling elements by using your body. Beginning with a warm up and stretches, Ramona will lead you through different ways to...

(14) All levels 18 and older
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Beautiful Hands and Arms

Vaudezilla Studios

Hands and arms play a vital role in conveying expression within your dance. Increase your fluidity, flare and finesse with guest artist Jaida of NYC, who has performed for the Saudi Royal Family, Mary J. Blige, the New York Arabic Orchestra, Beyoncé and Lady Gaga, to name just a few. In this workshop, we will learn exercises that will and concepts that will be combined with context through execution in drills and combinations. All levels and genders...

(14) All levels 18 and older
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Double Veil

Vaudezilla Studios

In this workshop, we will learn technique for using not one, but TWO veils in an original choreography with instructor Jaida Chandler of NYC, who has performed for the Saudi Royal Family, Mary J. Blige, the New York Arabic Orchestra, Beyoncé and Lady Gaga, to name just a few. Don't miss this rare opportunity to add another dazzling skill set to your repertoire. Required Materials: Bring two equally-sized silk veils with you to class, or let us...

(14) All levels 18 and older
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Dancing with Feather Fans

Vaudezilla Studios @ 3317 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL

In this 90 minute workshop, learn the basics of feather fan dancing, including hand holds, twirls, and the elegant sweeps that define classic fan dancing. Harken back to the dawn of American burlesque while soaking in the high feminine energy vibes.

(14) All levels 18 and older
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Chair Dancing

Vaudezilla Studios @ 3317 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL

In this 90 minute workshop, learn the basics of good chair technique through challenging and inspiring choreography. Practice balance and flexibility from the seat of your throne, with easy to follow, sensual choreography, and sexy, sultry music. Wear something that makes you feel like a goddess!

(14) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules

Floorwork

Vaudezilla Studios @ 3317 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL

In this 90 minute workshop, learn the basics of good chair technique through challenging and inspiring choreography. Practice balance and flexibility from the seat of your throne, with easy to follow, sensual choreography, and sexy, sultry music. Wear something that makes you feel like a goddess!

(14) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules

Makeup & Hair for Stage

Vaudezilla Studios @ 3317 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL

In this 90 minute workshop, learn the basics of theatre aesthetics and practice amping up your look with a supportive community of artists, led by a hair, makeup, and costume artist and designer with twenty years of publication in the industry. Bring your makeup kit.

(14) All levels 18 and older
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Choreography for Burlesque

Vaudezilla Studios @ 3317 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL

In this 90 minute workshop, learn the fundamental movements of burlesque, while also learning how to augment them to fit into acts you're already building, so they are one-of-a-kind and feel authentic. Get inspired and make it your own.

(14) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
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