burlesque time - the dancers

So is burlesque a form of art or just prurient titilation for the unwashed masses? I would beg to suggest the former.

The burlesque performers to whom I've spoken view their acts as empowering not exploitative - erotic not pornographic. Jemimah and Harley Quinn, the two who danced last week at 'The Wallflower Express' open-mic night, owned the stage and both gave bravado performances.

I applaud them for their courage and for their art.

 

 

 

 

 

 

burlesque time - pre-drinks

What a fantastic gig!

The photographer booked for this evening's open-mic night at Cherry Red's has had to cancel at short notice so I get the call-up. I arrive in lots of time and take some pre-drinks photos as I await the arrival of performers and artists.