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The Great Boston Burlesque Exposition and Vintage Fashion Fair happens Friday night, March 21 through Sunday night, March 23.All events, classes, shows, parties, and exhibits take place at The Hyatt Regency, 575 Memorial Drive, Cambridge MA 02139.  Here's how to get there.

There's a lot to see and do over the weekend.  Here's a brief overview. 

Friday, March 21 

Saturday, March 22 

Sunday, March 23 

 8 p.m.
The Rhinestone Showcase!

 

The best performers in classic and modern burlesque hosted by burlesque legend Satan's Angel.  Legends Dusty Summers, Gyna Rose Jewel, and April March  Modern performers include The Boston Babydolls (Boston, MA), Miss Orchid Mei (Denver, CO), Scarlett Letter (CA), Lili Von Schtupp (CA), Mena Von Fleisch (Halifax, NS), Sugar Dish (Boston, MA).

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Immediately Following the show
Pool Party!

Come twist the night away (and celebrate spring!) to the groovy tunes of Electroluxcombo! Sponsored by Dewar's White Label

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Save! Buy a Friday night combo ticket to the show and the party and save $25 plus get admission to The Vintage Fashion Fair all weekend!

 

10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 
The Conference

Classes on everything from costumes to business to stage technique to, of course, dance!  A full day of classes is only $45; The whole conference is only $75!

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noon to 8 p.m.
The Vintage Fashion Fair

Dozens of great vendors offering clothing, accessories, and much more.  And if that wasn't enough, your ticket to the Vintage Fashion Fair gets you admission to...

  • The Costume Exhibit A collection of unique burlesque costumes both modern and historic!
  • The Artshow Photography, paintings, all inspired by beautiful burlesque!
  • Drop-In Clases Looking to learn a little burlesque, but not ready to take the plunge into the conference? We offer three different drop-in classes for beginners . 
  • Birds of a Feather Sessions At 4:30 p.m., join burlesquers and burlesque fans who share something more than their love of burlesque.  Want to run a BOF of your own?

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 8 p.m.
The Main Event

More than 40 burlesque performers from The United Staes and Canada compete for applause, acclaim and great prizes!  Stick around afterwards for a swinging honky-tonk party with Nate Gibson & The Gas House Gang !

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10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 
The Conference

Classes on everything from costumes to business to stage technique to, of course, dance!  A full day of classes is only $45; The whole conference is only $75!

[ More info ]

[ Buy Tickets ]

noon to 8 p.m.
The Vintage Fashion Fair

Dozens of great vendors offering clothing, accessories, and much more.  And if that wasn't enough, your ticket to the Vintage Fashion Fair gets you admission to...

  • The Costume Exhibit A collection of unique burlesque costumes both modern and historic!
  • The Artshow Photography, paintings, all inspired by beautiful burlesque!
  • Drop-In Clases Looking to learn a little burlesque, but not ready to take the plunge into the conference? We offer three different drop-in classes for beginners . 
  • Birds of a Feather Sessions At 4:30 p.m., join burlesquers and burlesque fans who share something more than their love of burlesque.  Want to run a BOF of your own?

[ More info ]

[ Buy Tickets ]

8 p.m.
Two shows in one night! 
The Newcomers' Showcase

The rising stars of burlesque show of their talents just for you!

and then... 

<>The Sideshow Ball!
Jugglers, mentalists, hula hoopers, belly dancers, and so much more! All of the weird and wonderful acts that accompany burlesque! 

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 Please Read:
  • Charges for your tickets will show up on your credit card statement as "Professional Burlesque Society"
  • Advance Tickets once purchased cannot be refunded or cancelled
  • All tickets include admission to The Vintage Fashion Fair on Saturday and Sunday
 
A Letter from Satan's Angel
One of our guests of honor, Satan's Angel, recently posted this letter to an on-line forum.  It's reprinted here with her permission.
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April March, Music, and more!

Applications are pouring in from all over the country and beyond! If you're coming to our little party, make your hotel reservation now.   The hotel is starting to fill up!
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