With restrictions easing, we're excited to announce that most of our teachers are offering 1-on-1 private lessons for act and skill development back in the studio from November 9th!
Many of our amazing teachers are keen to share their knowledge and help you craft that perfect act. Here's our teacher contact list so you can find the perfect mentor for you!
Please be aware of our COVID safe guidelines in the studio. Stay 1.5m apart, frequently wash your hands/or use hand sanitiser provided and wear your mask unless you are out of breath.
To organise a private lesson, contact the mentor of your choice for their rates and available times.
Miss Maple Rose
This beacon of Canadian wonderment has been described as the unwanted lovechild of Tempest Storm and Lucille Ball. She’s Australia’s classiest piece of bacon on stage, entertaining audiences with her silly "go-get em'" attitude.
Miss Maple Rose combines her professional expertise in costume and set design with her foundation in classical dance to guide budding performance artists in the art of tease! Winner of the the 1st Runner Up crown at Miss Burlesque Australia 2018 and voted Best Solo Artist and Most Classic at the Australian Burlesque Industry Awards, The Busties, in 2018 - Maple has shown Australia she's one tornado with her feather fans and glittery costumes!
Anything from fans to costuming, Maple is your go-to-gal if you're creating that classic act with some oomph!
Contact Maple HERE
Dolores Daiquiri
Dolores Daiquiri has over 15 years experience as a burlesque performer, producer, mentor and teacher. She is a valuable resource of information and believes that ALL women should be able to put a little ‘tease’ into their lives.
Dolores is the director of The Australian Burlesque Festival and has produced hundreds of successful burlesque shows and events. She is an award winning burlesque star, a pioneer of the burlesque revival in Australia and has a huge amount of knowledge about the burlesque industry.
Contact Dolores HERE
Velma Vouloir
Velma Vouloir is the golden-age glamazon with a penchent for seduction and all things quintessentially showgirl!
An established dance & aerial arts instructor - Velma has trained & performed extensively in classical, commercial, lyrical & broadway jazz, pole, & aerial hoop. She has nearly ten years of teaching experience under her belt, teaching both in Australia and internationally. She believes everyone has the right to dance & move unapologetically and has a passion for creating nurturing, fun and challenging classes for her students.
But give Velma an 80's soundtrack and she's right in her element!! With legs for days and a love of high cut undies, this gal goes from glam to glam rock in the blink of an eye!
She's the perfect mentor if you're looking to increase flexibility, add that 80's hair flick to your act, or getting down and dirty with some gritty floorwork.
Contact Velma HERE
Whisky Falls
Like a good malt, Whisky will warm the cockles of your heart with her unique blend of fire and finesse. Her blend of dance techniques, dramatics and styling will keep audiences' palates wanting more than just on wee dram.
After training in dance from the tender age of three, Scottish born Whisky found her way to London, England to study Dance and Musical Theatre at one of the UK's leading performing arts institutes. After working with various dance companies, Whisky found herself drawn into the ever curious and evolving world of cabaret.
Whisky taught at the Bird College (UK) for 7 years, where she developed her signature teaching methods that she has transferred into burlesque. With her history in contemporary dance, Whisky's unique simple burlesque stylings are highly sought after by students around the globe.
Contact Whisky HERE
Juniper Fox
Qualified dance, yoga, fitness and pilates instructor Juniper Fox is bringing her unique brand of dynamic tease to Maison Burlesque in 2019! From an early age Juniper was surrounded by the tutus of classical ballet and the glitz of technical jazz – and has been dancing and performing her entire life! It seemed inevitable though that the obsession with perfect lines, technique and taking her clothes off would eventually land her into a pit of feather & glitter – the world of Burlesque!
With her mad dance skills, and supportive, knowledgeable teaching style, Juniper’s students can expect to challenge themselves, get flexy, fit, and most of all – have fun!
Contact Juniper HERE
Egson Ham
Specialising in a mix of dance, comedy and burlesque, Egson is known for his dynamic versatility, creative mind and large chin. Since being crowned Mr. Boylesque Australia 2015, he has toured Australia, performing at Falls Festival, Rainbow Serpent Festival, The 86 Bar, Speakeasy HQ and was resident dancer with the Greyhound’s Boylesque. Egson is also a seasoned musical theatre performer and commercial dancer, who tours Australia regularly with large scale productions.
Whether you are an absolute beginner, or professional wanting to further your training, students in his classes can expect wild fun, sweat, hard work and always treated as professionals.
Contact Egson HERE
Domino de Jour
Domino de Jour brings classic into the 21st Century with her love of punk rock. Yep - it's an odd mix, but that's what makes Domino so special.
Having danced from a young age Domino has over 20 years of training in Ballet, and competitive Ballroom and Latin dance. After a short dancing hiatus she turned to Burlesque and knew she had found her place. Crediting burlesque for teaching her to love and accept herself, her stage presence is bold, fearless cheeky and unapologetic.
Whether it be glamorous classic numbers or comic neo parodies of society and pop culture, as a mentor Domino is thorough and supportive, and leaves a lasting impression on the all who work with her.
Contact Domino HERE
Iva Grande
Iva no stranger to the stage, Iva Grande is a feisty dance-school outcast and she is ready to please. This powerhouse of a performer is a master of all dance styles - contemporary, to classic strip and tease, hip hop and even the Can Can!
Iva also has an extensive teaching background in dance, with 10+ years under her belt. She holds a diploma in Dance Teaching and Performance with her favourite styles being jazz, hip hop, lyrical and music theatre. Seeing dancers grow while bringing choreography to life is her biggest passion (besides performing of course) and if you had to describe her teaching style, she is the birth child of Abby Lee and Mr G...
Contact Iva HERE
If you're having trouble deciding which mentor would suit you best, feel free to send us an email at info@maisonburlesque.com.au and we'll help you find that perfect match!
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