Burlesque back in fashion

Direct from London’s West End, tantalising yet tasteful, camp and colourful, the fascinating art form of burlesque is coming to Newark.

An Evening Of Burlesque is a new theatre production that recreates the tradition of burlesque, giving it a modern-day twist.

It will be staged at the Palace Theatre on Friday, September 17 at 7.30pm.

Producer Michael Taylor said: “Burlesque is back in fashion.

“A new film called Burlesque starring Christina Aguilera and Cher is set to be a box office smash this year, following on from the success of Baz Lurhmann’s Moulin Rouge starring Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor.

“The show brings variety back to the theatre, combining musical and theatrical parody with the art of striptease, magic, comedy and dance.

“The stars of the show have been playing to full houses regularly in London’s West End. We thought it was time the rest of the UK joined in the fun.

“Elegant showgirls combine Parisian charm with Las Vegas glamour in a spectacle that marries live vocal talent with the art of burlesque.”

The show is compèred by Kiki Kaboom and includes performances from Miss Hotcake Kitty, Amber Topaz, Chrys Columbine, Miss Slinky Sparkles, Ginger Blush and The Kalki Hula Girl.

It features magic, music and song and includes a routine to the cadenza from Beethoven’s 3rd Piano Concerto in C Minor and traditional fan dances.

Michael said: “The history of burlesque dates back to the very origins of British theatre.

“In the 17th Century it was a popular form of musical and theatrical parody.

“The burlesque enjoyed the world over today has its origins in 1890s Paris and the rise of the Moulin Rouge.”