A day of GORGEOUS one-hour workshops delivered by cabaret experts - Saturday 24th October from 10.30am

Come and learn from the best Burlesque and Cabaret stars as featured in The Gorgeous Show

10.30 - Belle De Beauvoir Showgirl Style; A Burlesque Masterclass -Focused on the art of a classic showgirl performance. The class will be divided between showgirl technique and classic stocking peels, giving you everything you need to be sashaying around the space like a classic queen of burlesque. This class is most suitable for beginner level. Please bring one pair of stockings. Heels are optional but recommended.

11.35 - Loose Willis - Finding your Drag Persona - Take a deep dive into drag in this beginners workshop with the louche legend himself: Loose Willis, a seasoned drag king. You'll get a chance to build your own drag persona from the ground up, exploring the way they move, talk, and what makes them tick. Whether you're into kings, things, creatures or queens, this is a workshop for anyone who wants to dip their toe into gender performance, and learn how to develop their very own drag character from scratch. Open to all: performers and non-performers, any level of experience welcome. The workshop will include gentle physical movement, verbal and written activities to take away.

12.40 Enrico Touché- Clowning - Introductory workshop for performers interested in how clown techniques can be used in their practice or for adults curious about letting more playfulness into life. No experience necessary, we will do some simple games and exercises teaching the basics of the art form and look at how it can be used on stage for your routine or in life to welcome in some joy. No need to bring anything, wear clothes you are comfortable to move around in. Feel free to contact @enricotouche on IG if you have any questions! Simon is a Gaulier-trained clown who is currently touring his new show Hot Knees and regularly performing at cabarets across the country. www.instagram.com/enricotouche (http://www.instagram.com/enricotouche)

14.15 Miss Cherry Buns - Choreography - Fresh from their win at Highways to Hulls troupe tournament, Cream tease's leader Miss Cherry Buns leads you in this theatrical burlesque choreography workshop. Learn performance-ready choreography, exploring musicality, character and storytelling through dynamics, use of space, direction, and recurring movement motifs.

Mixed ability, All welcome and encouraged!

15.20 - Betty Rogers - Tassels - Join burlesque performer Betty Rogers for a fun, fabulous introduction to nipple tassel twirling! Perfect for all skill levels - whether you're a complete beginner, a seasoned performer, or just curious to try something new, Betty will help you discover what works for your body. You'll master movement, build momentum, and learn key techniques like double twirls, shimmies, and performance-ready transitions.Tassels will be provided or bring your own. Wear something you can move in - shorts or leggings, you will get warm. Heels optional but can be beneficial

Please arrive at the session 10 mins before the session starts - Latecomers will not be admitted.

Please check carefully for anything that you may need to bring with you to the session

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