Burlesque: the history and a revival
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Guests: Dustin Wax, Timaree Schmit
The word “burlesque” likely conjure images of seduction and striptease, but the art form began as satire with very little nudity. DUSTIN WAX, director of the Burlesque Hall of Fame in Las Vegas, will walk us through burlesque’s history, from its appearance in ancient Greek theater to its eventual transformation to 80’s pole dancing — and its more classical revival in the 90s. We’ll also be joined by burlesque performer and sex educator TIMAREE SCHMIT, who will tell us why she thinks burlesque is important, relevant, and empowering.
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