WORKSHOPS - Vancouver International Burlesque Festival 2008

Pin-Up Workshop

Instructor(s): Bettina May and Go-Go Amy
Date: Saturday, April 26th
Start Time: 11am
End Time: 5pm
Price: $175
Venue: The Chicken Coop
Venue Address: #204 – 2280 E. Hastings St.
Website: http://myspace.com/bettinasuicide

Info Phone: 250-589-8040
registration Info: email Bettina May at bettinasuicide@hotmail.com to reserve your spot.

Sunday, April 27th

Burlesque in Vancouver Forum
A discussion of the future of Vancouver Burlesque Community

Panel: Moderator Joanie Gyoza with Melody Mangler, Norm Elmore, Burgundy Brixx, Crystal Precious, Shaboobie Boobarella and The Wetspots

Join producers and performers from Screaming Chicken, Sweet Soul and the VIBFA to discuss the past, present and future of the Vancouver Burlesque Community.

Date: Sunday, April 27th
Start Time: 4pm
End Time: 5pm
Price: Free
Venue: The Chicken Coop
Venue Address: #204 – 2280 E. Hastings St.
Website: http://screamingchicken.net
Info Phone: (604) 779-7782
Registration Info: Drop In
Festival Comps/Discounts: Free

Wiggles and Giggles Sampler
Why use soup cans when you can use pretty fans?

Instructor(s): Melody Mangler
A fitness class inspired by Burlesque dance. Learn some sexy moves as you get in shape in a friendly, fun environment.

Date: Sunday, April 27th
Start Time: 7pm
End Time: 8pm
Price: Free
Venue: The Chicken Coop
Venue Address: #204 – 2280 E. Hastings St.
Website: http://screamingchicken.net
Info Phone: (604) 779-7782
Registration Info: Drop in, arrive 15 minutes early to be assured a spot.
Festival Comps/Discounts: Free

Producing a Burlesque / Variety Show:
Tips & Tricks for Optimum Sass
True, I may be easy, but I learned the hard way ;)

Instructor(s): Crystal Precious
Crystal Precious is hoping that her 5 years of experience may be helpful with your next production!

For 10 years, Crystal Precious has been co-producing stage shows, corporate events & parties, the past 5 of which have been spent with an intense focus on burlesque. Tips & tricks about venues, stages, sound, lights, budgets, payouts, licenses, etc… and it’ll be chock full of delightfully avoidable horror stories, battle scars (literally) and victory photos! Producing shows can sometimes be challenging & stressful… she hopes her experiences can be helpful to anyone wanting to give the burlesque community a platform.

Date: Monday, April 28th
Start Time: 7:00pm
End Time: 8:30pm
Price: $10
Venue: DollHouse Studios
Venue Address: 1 –42 West 8th Ave
Website: www.dollhousestudios.com / www.sweetsoul.ca
Info Phone: 778-785-0176
Registration Info (max 25 words): E-mail crystalprecious@gmail.com to reserve your spot at the workshop.
Festival Comps/Discounts: E-mail me for details.

The History of Burlesque and Stripping in Vancouver
Don't miss this lecture!

Instructor: Becki Ross

A lecture by renowned UBC Professor Becki Ross on Vancouver's post-war erotic entertainment – female burlesque and striptease, from 1945 to 1980
Did you know Sally Rand performed here in Vancouver? So did Gypsy Rose Lee! Come to a fabulous FREE lecture by UBC's Becki Ross!For the past eight years, Becki Ross has been researching a book on post-war erotic entertainment – female burlesque and striptease, from 1945 to 1980. Extensive archival and interview-based research forms the core of her investigation. Her illustrated talk explores themes of Vancouver’s racialized east/west divide, dancers’ working conditions and efforts to unionize, the roles of jazz musicians as accompanists, and “the tease” in an era that predates lap dancing, champagne rooms, and stage fees.Becki Ross teaches Women’s & Gender studies and Sociology in the Department of Anthropology and Sociology at the University of British Columbia. She has a long history of activism and advocacy for sex workers’ rights as well as being active in anti-racist struggles, and reproductive choice.

Date: Wednesday, April 30
Start Time: 6:00pm
End Time: 8:00 pm
Price: Free
Venue: The Chicken Coop
Venue Address: I'm sure you have it ;)
Website: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=12437966127
Info Phone: 604-687-1738First come, first served - bring your own chair or pillow!
Festival Comps/Discounts: Free

Dance Class: Bump & Grind Dance Moves

Instructor: Miss Indigo Blue

Shimmy. Shake. Bump. Grind. It's not just wiggling. This class teaches the fundamentals of classic Burlesque dance technique. Expand your repertoire of sexy moves for your boudoir, strip-tease routine, or next office party… and get a great workout.
Wear dance clothes and bring high heels

Venue: The Chicken Coop
Venue Address: #204 – 2280 E. Hastings St.
2:00-3:30
Price:$15
www.myspace.com/missindigoblue
www.missindigoblue.com

Regional and Stylistic variations in American Burlesque
A demonstration and Lecture

This class explores burlesque dance techniques such as the bump & grind, shimmy & shake, and their stylistic variations as executed by performers from different milleux and regions of the country, such as New York, New Orleans, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Seattle.
Bring questions and ideas

Venue: The Chicken Coop
Venue Address: #204 – 2280 E. Hastings St.
4:00-5:00
Price:$10
www.myspace.com/missindigoblue
www.missindigoblue.com

Miss Ruby has traveled throughout Canada and The US, choreographing performers from Ballet dancers to Burlesque, to Drag and Cabaret artists. She has been teaching "The Art of Seduction" to professionals and beginners in her Burlesque Retreats and home parties for the past 15 years, and believes that connecting with what lies beneath,(both our clothes and our manners) is the route to finding our true selves!

This three hour intensive is Jam packed with all you will need to know to become a true "Damsel in Dis-Dress". The first hour, we'll explore the power uncovering your burlesque identity, ( true goddess self). The second hour, we will explore how the use of proper hair, make up and costuming/props can put you into the "skin" of your creation and lastly, we will create a movement/choreography piece which will bring your fabulous creation to life!

** All costuming and props will be provided by "Miss Slippers". Please bring your own heels, make up and hair accessories and if you have one, a small mirror. Make up and hair demonstration will be presented on a volunteer participant, using Miss Ruby's products.

Date: Saturday May 3rd
*as this workshop runs over the lunch hour, please bring a small bagged lunch. Some small goodies and provisions will be provided by the instructor as well! BRING WATER!
Start Time: 11am
End Time: 2pm
Price: $30 per or $45 for two participants registering together.
***$5 discount for participants with membership in the Vancouver International Burlesque Alliance
Venue: The Chicken Coop
Venue Address: #204 – 2280 E. Hastings St.

Burlesque Yoga: Classic Set
A workshop for women

Instructor: Little Woo

Burlesque meets yoga! Join us for a unique workshop with performance artist Little Woo, who is also a spiritual counselor. You will learn 2 simple choreographies while exploring different facets of femininity and sensuality. Add a few layers of costume, the spice of burlesque, a dash of cheeky humor and simmer for a few hours… delicious fun for all!

Date: Sunday May 4th
Start Time: 11am
End Time: 5pm
Price: $80
Venue: The Chicken Coop
Venue Address: #204 – 2280 E. Hastings St.
Website: http://www.burlesqueyoga.com
Testimonials: http://www.burlesqueyoga.com/testimonials.htm

Registration Info:Suggested costume list will be emailed prior to class time. Pre-registration is required. Please email burlesqueyoga@gmail.com to register.




			Saturday, April 26th Pin-Up Workshop Instructor(s): Bettina May and Go-Go Amy Date: Saturday, April 26th Start Time: 11am End Time: 5pm Price: $175 Venue: The Chicken Coop Venue Address: #204 – 2280 E. Hastings St. Website: http://myspace.com/bettinasuicide Info Phone: 250-589-8040 registration Info: email Bettina May at bettinasuicide@hotmail.com to reserve your spot. Festival Comps/Discounts: E-mail me for details. Sunday, April 27th Burlesque in Vancouver Forum A discussion of the future of Vancouver Burlesque Community Panel: Moderator Joanie Gyoza with Melody Mangler, Norm Elmore, Burgundy Brixx, Crystal Precious, Shaboobie Boobarella and The Wetspots Join producers and performers from Screaming Chicken, Sweet Soul and the VIBFA to discuss the past, present and future of the Vancouver Burlesque Community. Date: Sunday, April 27th Start Time: 4pm End Time: 5pm Price: Free Venue: The Chicken Coop Venue Address: #204 – 2280 E. Hastings St. Website: http://screamingchicken.net Info Phone: (604) 779-7782 Registration Info: Drop In Festival Comps/Discounts: Free Wiggles and Giggles Sampler Why use soup cans when you can use pretty fans? Instructor(s): Melody Mangler A fitness class inspired by Burlesque dance. Learn some sexy moves as you get in shape in a friendly, fun environment. Date: Sunday, April 27th Start Time: 7pm End Time: 8pm Price: Free Venue: The Chicken Coop Venue Address: #204 – 2280 E. Hastings St. Website: http://screamingchicken.net Info Phone: (604) 779-7782 Registration Info: Drop in, arrive 15 minutes early to be assured a spot. Festival Comps/Discounts: Free Monday, April 28th Producing a Burlesque / Variety Show: Tips & Tricks for Optimum Sass True, I may be easy, but I learned the hard way ;) Instructor(s): Crystal Precious Crystal Precious is hoping that her 5 years of experience may be helpful with your next production! For 10 years, Crystal Precious has been co-producing stage shows, corporate events & parties, the past 5 of which have been spent with an intense focus on burlesque. Tips & tricks about venues, stages, sound, lights, budgets, payouts, licenses, etc… and it’ll be chock full of delightfully avoidable horror stories, battle scars (literally) and victory photos! Producing shows can sometimes be challenging & stressful… she hopes her experiences can be helpful to anyone wanting to give the burlesque community a platform. Date: Monday, April 28th Start Time: 7:00pm End Time: 8:30pm Price: $10 Venue: DollHouse Studios Venue Address: 1 –42 West 8th Ave Website: www.dollhousestudios.com / www.sweetsoul.ca Info Phone: 778-785-0176 Registration Info (max 25 words): E-mail crystalprecious@gmail.com to reserve your spot at the workshop. Festival Comps/Discounts: E-mail me for details. Wednesday, April 30th The History of Burlesque and Stripping in Vancouver Don't miss this lecture! Instructor: Becki Ross A lecture by renowned UBC Professor Becki Ross on Vancouver's post-war erotic entertainment – female burlesque and striptease, from 1945 to 1980 Did you know Sally Rand performed here in Vancouver? So did Gypsy Rose Lee! Come to a fabulous FREE lecture by UBC's Becki Ross!For the past eight years, Becki Ross has been researching a book on post-war erotic entertainment – female burlesque and striptease, from 1945 to 1980. Extensive archival and interview-based research forms the core of her investigation. Her illustrated talk explores themes of Vancouver’s racialized east/west divide, dancers’ working conditions and efforts to unionize, the roles of jazz musicians as accompanists, and “the tease” in an era that predates lap dancing, champagne rooms, and stage fees.Becki Ross teaches Women’s & Gender studies and Sociology in the Department of Anthropology and Sociology at the University of British Columbia. She has a long history of activism and advocacy for sex workers’ rights as well as being active in anti-racist struggles, and reproductive choice. Date: Wednesday, April 30 Start Time: 6:00pm End Time: 8:00 pm Price: Free Venue: The Chicken Coop Venue Address: I'm sure you have it ;) Website: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=12437966127 Info Phone: 604-687-1738First come, first served - bring your own chair or pillow! Festival Comps/Discounts: Free Saturday, May 3rd Dance Class: Bump & Grind Dance Moves Instructor: Miss Indigo Blue Shimmy. Shake. Bump. Grind. It's not just wiggling. This class teaches the fundamentals of classic Burlesque dance technique. Expand your repertoire of sexy moves for your boudoir, strip-tease routine, or next office party… and get a great workout. Wear dance clothes and bring high heels Venue: The Chicken Coop Venue Address: #204 – 2280 E. Hastings St. 2:00-3:30 Price:$15 www.myspace.com/missindigoblue www.missindigoblue.com Regional and Stylistic variations in American Burlesque A demonstration and Lecture Instructor: Miss Indigo Blue This class explores burlesque dance techniques such as the bump & grind, shimmy & shake, and their stylistic variations as executed by performers from different milleux and regions of the country, such as New York, New Orleans, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Seattle. Bring questions and ideas Venue: The Chicken Coop Venue Address: #204 – 2280 E. Hastings St. 4:00-5:00 Price:$10 www.myspace.com/missindigoblue www.missindigoblue.com Learn to be a Damsel in Dis-Dress Instructor(s): Miss Ruby Slippers Miss Ruby has traveled throughout Canada and The US, choreographing performers from Ballet dancers to Burlesque, to Drag and Cabaret artists. She has been teaching "The Art of Seduction" to professionals and beginners in her Burlesque Retreats and home parties for the past 15 years, and believes that connecting with what lies beneath,(both our clothes and our manners) is the route to finding our true selves! This three hour intensive is Jam packed with all you will need to know to become a true *"Damsel in Dis-Dress".* The first hour, we'll explore the power uncovering your burlesque identity, ( true goddess self). The second hour, we will explore how the use of proper hair, make up and costuming/props can put you into the "skin" of your creation and lastly, we will create a movement/choreography piece which will bring your fabulous creation to life! All costuming and props will be provided by "Miss Slippers". Please bring your own heels, make up and hair accessories and if you have one, a small mirror. Make up and hair demonstration will be presented on a volunteer participant, using Miss Ruby's products. Date:** Saturday May 3rd as this workshop runs over the lunch hour, please bring a small bagged lunch. Some small goodies and provisions will be provided by the instructor as well! BRING WATER! Start Time:* 11am End Time: 2pm Price: $30 per or $45 for two participants registering together. *$5 discount for participants with membership in the Vancouver International Burlesque Alliance Venue: The Chicken Coop Venue Address: #204 – 2280 E. Hastings St. Sunday, May 4th Burlesque Yoga: Classic Set A workshop for women Instructor: Little Woo Burlesque meets yoga! Join us for a unique workshop with performance artist Little Woo, who is also a spiritual counselor. You will learn 2 simple choreographies while exploring different facets of femininity and sensuality. Add a few layers of costume, the spice of burlesque, a dash of cheeky humor and simmer for a few hours… delicious fun for all! Date: Sunday May 4th Start Time: 11am End Time: 5pm Price: $80 Venue: The Chicken Coop Venue Address: #204 – 2280 E. Hastings St. Website: http://www.burlesqueyoga.com Testimonials: http://www.burlesqueyoga.com/testimonials.htm Registration Info:**Suggested costume list will be emailed prior to class time. Pre-registration is required. Please email burlesqueyoga@gmail.com to register.