"Jo Weldon is the gold-standard for New Burlesque. I am proud to call her my friend, and unashamed to admit she's my idol." - Lily Burana, author of Strip City: A Stripper's Farewell Journey Across AmericaFrom one of the stars of the New Burlesque scene, Jo Weldon, comes a definitive, easy-to-use, and indispensable guide to the art form, with a foreword by superstar comedian and burlesque enthusiast Margaret Cho.
Fans of Dita Von Teese-as well as performers of every stripe-will love the helpful advice and feisty attitude of The Burlesque Handbook. Your complete backstage guide to the art of the tease: Classic Moves: Master the iconic bump 'n' grind, the sultry glove peel, and the showgirl poses that have defined striptease for decades. How to Make Pasties: A complete, step-by-step guide to crafting your own pasties, the revolutionary centerpiece of any burlesque costume.
Fan Dance Technique: Learn to conceal and reveal with grace and drama using feathered fans, inspired by the legendary Sally Rand. Breakaway Costumes: Go beyond lingerie with insider secrets for constructing and deconstructing show-stopping outfits designed to come apart on stage. Body Positivity: Discover how the world of neo-burlesque celebrates every body type and empowers performers to find confidence in their own skin.
"Jo Weldon is the gold-standard for New Burlesque. I am proud to call her my friend, and unashamed to admit she's my idol." - Lily Burana, author of Strip City: A Stripper's Farewell Journey Across AmericaFrom one of the stars of the New Burlesque scene, Jo Weldon, comes a definitive, easy-to-use, and indispensable guide to the art form, with a foreword by superstar comedian and burlesque enthusiast Margaret Cho.
Fans of Dita Von Teese-as well as performers of every stripe-will love the helpful advice and feisty attitude of The Burlesque Handbook. Your complete backstage guide to the art of the tease: Classic Moves: Master the iconic bump 'n' grind, the sultry glove peel, and the showgirl poses that have defined striptease for decades. How to Make Pasties: A complete, step-by-step guide to crafting your own pasties, the revolutionary centerpiece of any burlesque costume.
Fan Dance Technique: Learn to conceal and reveal with grace and drama using feathered fans, inspired by the legendary Sally Rand. Breakaway Costumes: Go beyond lingerie with insider secrets for constructing and deconstructing show-stopping outfits designed to come apart on stage. Body Positivity: Discover how the world of neo-burlesque celebrates every body type and empowers performers to find confidence in their own skin.