Topic: burlesque

Finally! Kate Middleton’s Burlesque Star Cousin, Katrina Darling, Is Here

Finally! Kate Middleton's Burlesque Star Cousin, Katrina Darling, Is Here

We’ve been warned for a while now that KATE MIDDLETON‘S BURLESQUE STAR COUSIN IS COMING TO AMERICA. That happened last night in New York, folks. Her name is Katrina Darling–possibly not her real name–and she is the second cousin, twice removed (according to the Post) to Kate and Pippa Middleton. Her routine is called God Save the Queen and yes, this slideshow involves pasties (but you can opt out before it gets NSFW). Also, I’ve included interesting facts about the economy of England, so you can stay on your toes or whatever as you read. More »

Video: Dita Von Teese Is Proud Of Being A Stripper

Video: Dita Von Teese Is Proud Of Being A Stripper

Don’t you hate it when people pretend like “burlesque” is some sort of magical high art form completely divorced from the idea of taking one’s clothes off for money? As if some boobie tassels automatically make a lady morally superior to the more modern types of strippers who are out there? Famed burlesque dancer Dita Von Teese does, and she is going to tell it like it is (with her trademark grace, of course). More »