A piece I did for magazine writing.

Ever wonder how many calories you could burn folding down your fishnets? Or the right way to elegantly shake your ass? Well, you’re in luck. Trixie Little, the award winning acrobatic burlesque entertainer as know with partner Evil Hate Monkey, is officially in Baltimore and offering classes to the public.

“Burlesque Bootcamp,” aims to teach individuals how to “Bump, grind, shake, shimmy, tease, twirl, peel, and then reveal.” The “Intro Series” starting February 24th through March 10th is a three-week course that meets Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:00. The classes are for all levels, novices through “budding starlets.”

It is guaranteed to rid you of your winter funk while learning a taboo art form that combines dance, theatricality and glamour. Did I mention while also cleverly discarding your clothes?

Trixie will teach you the "Four C's" of burlesque - choreography, character, costuming, and charisma. You might even find yourself donning a new personality when given a feather plume for the night.

Participants are asked to dress for movement, wear warm layers, and bring heels that you can dance well in. 3inches or higher is considered ideal! Which means you will have killer legs as well as a new way to entertain. You must arrive 10-15 minutes early if possible.
Trixie and Evil Hate Monkey have dedicated their lives to traveling around the world opening the minds of many to burlesque. Join them at 120 W. North Avenue Baltimore, MD 21201. You must buy tickets in advance at www.trixielittle.com. Price $75.