That's Burlesque (with Curly and Friends)

That’s Burlesque … with Cerise ReiShe Said What She SaidPublished on 1st June 2021T/W: Cancel culture, conspiracy theories (including Holocaust and Covid denial), racismThis month Curly is joined by the dancer and performing extraordinaire Cerise Rei, to discuss studying psychology, staying positive in Lockdown, race in burlesque, which country has the best Prime Minster (spoiler alert: it’s not the UK), and evolving into new Pokemon.  Credits: Hosts: Curly ChaosGuest: Cerise ReiProducers: Thomas H. Brand & Aine PullenGraphics: Emily BrandProduction and Editing: Thomas H. BrandOriginal music by John Bartmann (johnbartmann.com) licensed under www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  Contact us at thatsburlesquepodcast@gmail.comFind us at: Our Instagram Our FacebookOur TwitterCurly’s InstagramTom’s Instagram Cerise’s Instagram Where to find everything and everyone we mentioned in this episode…Bar WoteverThe Bitten Peach Chaos CabaretThe Cocoa Butter ClubLily SnatchdragonRaheemRoxy StardustShakona Fire

That’s Burlesque … with Mark AnthonyIt’s Hard To Have Strong Feelings In A CardiganPublished on 1st April 2021(T/W: Body Dysmorphia, Suicide)This month Curly is joined by the outstanding drag king, and reigning Mr Boylesque, Mark Anthony, to discuss being the subject of a documentary, missing live performances, dealing with body dysphoria, the use of props in acts, and the problems of owning a cat who steals food out of your mouth.  Credits: Hosts: Curly ChaosGuest: Mark AnthonyProducers: Thomas H. Brand & Aine PullenGraphics: Emily BrandProduction and Editing: Thomas H. BrandOriginal music by John Bartmann (johnbartmann.com) licensed under www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  Contact us at thatsburlesquepodcast@gmail.comFind us at: Our Instagram Our FacebookOur TwitterCurly’s InstagramTom’s InstagramMark’s Instagram Where to find everything and everyone we mentioned in this episode…Evelyn CarnateFoufou KaboomHannah Comden Holly-Anne DevlinLily SnatchdragonMiss MirandaMisti VineVelma von BonbonSupport small businesses by visiting these amazing creators we mentioned in this episode...Marked and SnatchedThe Skeleton ClosetAlec Bizbey

That’s Burlesque … with Holly-Anne and Miss MirandaDeeply Terrified By TicTokPublished on 1st March 2021This month the podcast has gone international! We are joined by not one, but two amazing human beings from the good-old US of A! In this episode Curly is joined by the wonderful Holly-Anne and the divine Miss Miranda to discuss creating shows in lockdown, the importance of paying performers, cross-promoting local businesses, getting burlesque onto big stages, and making things legal after you’ve already done them.  Credits: Hosts: Curly ChaosGuests: Holly-Anne Devlin and Miss MirandaProducers: Thomas H. Brand & Aine PullenGraphics: Emily BrandProduction and Editing: Thomas H. BrandOriginal music by John Bartmann (johnbartmann.com) licensed under www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  Contact us at thatsburlesquepodcast@gmail.comFind us at: Our InstagramOur FacebookOur TwitterCurly’s InstagramTom’s InstagramHolly-Anne's  InstagramHolly-Anne’s WebsiteMiss Miranda's InstagramSpeakeasy On DemandHappy Hour EntertainmentMirabilisMirabilis Crystal Where to find everything and everyone we mentioned in this episode…AbsintheAndrew Lloyd Webber"Be An Arts Hero”The Cheek of ItEvelyn CarnateThe Gatsby ExperienceHazel HoneysuckleLauren IrvingMadam JoJosPi the MimeTorture Garden

That’s Burlesque … with CleopanthaPublished on 1st February 2021This month Curly has been joined by the wonderful human that is Cleopantha to discuss honouring female rappers from the ‘80s, moving from the North to London, her process for creating acts, troubles with superglue, and the exorbitant cost of mops,  Credits: Hosts: Curly ChaosGuest: CleopanthaProducers: Thomas H. Brand & Aine PullenGraphics: Emily BrandProduction and Editing: Thomas H. BrandOriginal music by John Bartmann (johnbartmann.com) licensed under www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  Contact us at thatsburlesquepodcast@gmail.comFind us at: Our InstagramOur FacebookOur TwitterCurly’s InstagramTom’s InstagramCleopantha’s  Instagram Where to find everything and everyone we mentioned in this episode…Aurora GaloreCocoa Butter ClubFatman ScoopThe Frou Frou ClubGlitterbug BurlesqueSadie SinnerThe Underbelly Festival 

That’s Burlesque … with King Tito BonePublished on 1st January 2021This month Curly has been joined by King Tito Bone, to discuss accessibility in performance, throwing yourself into the drag scene, the need for a deadline to get anything done, the importance of environmentally friendly glitter, and the standardised queer hairstyles.  Credits: Hosts: Curly ChaosGuests: King Tito BoneProducers: Thomas H. Brand & Aine PullenGraphics: Emily BrandProduction and Editing: Thomas H. BrandOriginal music by John Bartmann (johnbartmann.com) licensed under www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  Contact us at thatsburlesquepodcast@gmail.comFind us at: Our InstagramOur FacebookOur TwitterCurly’s InstagramTom’s InstagramTito’s  Instagram Where to find everything and everyone we mentioned in this episode…QuiplashEcoGlitterFun LADS Marked and Snatched Adam All Al Lander-Cavallo Chiyo Fou Fou Kaboom Jada Love Lily Snatchdragon Lysander DoveLolo BrowRomeo de la Cruz Scarlett O’Hora Sigi Moonlight AND INTRODUCING: Noodle the Cat 

That’s Burlesque: What Is Burlesque? Published on 1st June 2020Welcome to That's Burlesque, the podcast where Ryan and Curly lead our celebration of the wonderful world of burlesque and the communities and cultures that it connects with. This month we have been joined by the amazing human that is Demi Noire, to discuss what exactly is “burlesque”. In this episode we discuss: What exactly is burlesque? Why some people think there is a “right way” to do burlesque, and how to move past those ideasSexuality in burlesque, and why this doesn’t necessarily mean nudityHaving the freedom and autonomy to create the acts you want to see performedAuthenticity, self expression, and the importance of having something to say (whilst still entertaining)The differences between performing to make money and performing to say something importantRepresentation and relatability in burlesque, and their importance for showing people that they belongThe different “tribes” of burlesque, and how to ensure variety in showsThe commercial vs the underground, and working out which venues and productions are right for you as a performer and audience member Credits: Hosts: Ryan M. Schulz & Aine PullanProducer: Thomas H. BrandCo-Producer: Aine PullanGraphics: Emily BrandOriginal music by John Bartmann (johnbartmann.com) licensed under www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Contact us at thatsburlesquepodcast@gmail.comFind us at: Our Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thatsburlesquepodcast/ Our Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thatsburlesquepodcast/Our Twitter - https://twitter.com/thatsburlesquepodcast/ Curly’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/curly_chaos_burlesque/ Ryan’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ryan_mathew_schulz/ The Producer’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thomashbrand/ Demi Noire’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/demi_noire/ Find the performers we discussed in this episode at…Betsy Rose - https://www.instagram.com/missbetsyrose/Evelyn Carnate - https://www.instagram.com/evelynlovesjacob/Foufou Kaboom - https://www.instagram.com/foufou.kaboom/Lolo Brow - https://www.instagram.com/foufou.kaboom/Scarlett Daggers - https://www.instagram.com/ScarlettDaggers/

Published on 1st May 2020Welcome to That's Burlesque, the podcast where Ryan and Curly lead our celebration of the wonderful world of burlesque, and the communities and cultures that it connects with.This month we have been joined by The Burly Photographer, host of The Burly Podcast, to discuss the burlesque scene.In this episode we discuss:The public’s attitude to burlesque, and the need for “burlesque” lives to be kept separate from “professional” lives;The difference between “niche” and “mainstream” burlesque, and the importance of both;Burlesque’s role in giving a platform for unrepresented demographics;The importance of Burlesque remaining on the cutting edge;The contrast of city and provincial opportunities, and the significance of a sustainable infrastructure;How the burlesque scene is coping with lockdown, including moving online; Choosing your balance between creativity and self care in isolation;The future, and how the burlesque scene might change coming out of lockdown;We also meet our guest Richard McKenzie, The Burly Photographer, discussing what he does and how he got into the burlesque scene. Credits: Hosts: Ryan M. Schulz & Aine PullenProducer: Thomas H. BrandCo-Producer: Aine PullenGraphics: Emily BrandOriginal music by John Bartmann (johnbartmann.com) licensed under www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Contact us at thatsburlesquepodcast@gmail.comFind us at: Our InstagramOur FacebookOur TwitterCurly’s InstagramRyan’s InstagramThe Producer’s InstagramRichard’s InstagramrThe Burly Podcast Find the performers we discussed in this episode at…CleopanthaCoco Nobel Dolly Trolly House of Burlesque Jinx McQuinn Kitty Velor Little Lady Luscious Lolo Brow Odelia Opium Paulus The Folly Mixtures  The shows and Troupes…Bella WhispersBurlesque Idol UKInvisible CabaretMiss Burlesque UKThe Bitten PeachThe Shady

Published on 1st Apr 2020Welcome to the first episode of That's Burlesque, a monthly vodcast where Ryan and Curly lead our celebration of the wonderful world of burlesque, and the communities and cultures that it connects with. In this episode we introduce you to our hosts, Curly and Ryan, and set out what you can expect over the coming months. Contact us at thatsburlesquepodcast@gmail.com or www.instagram.com/thatsburlesquepodcastCredits: Hosts: Ryan M. Schultz & Aine PullenProducer: Thomas H. BrandCo-Producer: Aine PullenGraphics: Emily BrandOriginal music by John Bartmann (johnbartmann.com) licensed under www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  Recorded at Outset Studios (https://outsetstudio.com)Find the performers we discussed in this episode at...Bambi Bangbang (www.instagram.com/bambibangbanguk)Beatrix Valhalla (www.instagram.com/beatrixvalhalla)Bonnie Fleur (www.instagram.com/missbonniefleur)Eva von Schnippisch (www.instagram.com/evavonschnippisch)Fou Fou Kaboom (https://www.instagram.com/foufou.kaboom)Luna Lustre (https://www.instagram.com/miss_luna_lustre)Pi the Mime (https://www.instagram.com/alexanderluttley)Roman Ackley (https://www.instagram.com/itsromanackley)And the shows...Cabaret Roulette (https://www.instagram.com/cabaretroulette)Care with Curly (https://www.instagram.com/curly_chaos_burlesque)House of Q (https://www.instagram.com/hoqcabaret)Invisible Cabaret (https://www.instagram.com/invisiblecabaret)Vicious von Vixen's Vaudeville (https://www.instagram.com/vicious_von_vixens_vaudeville)Wicked Wonderland (https://www.instagram.com/wickedwonderlanduk)And the wonderful venues...Cafe 1001 (https://www.instagram.com/cafe_1001)Central Station (https://www.instagram.com/centralstation.london)The Vaults (https://www.instagram.com/thevaultsuk)

That’s Burlesque … with Evelyn Carnate and Ruby WednesdayPublished on 1st December 2020Welcome to That's Burlesque, the podcast where our host, Curly Chaos, leads you in our celebration of the wonderful world that is burlesque, and the communities and cultures that it connects with. This month we have been joined by Evelyn Carnate and Mx Ruby Wednesday, discussing their work together and apart, including being creative during lockdown, online tarot readings, and the twisted connections formed by those people who grew up sleeping in the top bunk. (Skip to the interview at 15m 55s)***** Credits: Hosts: Curly ChaosGuests: Evelyn Carnate & Mx Ruby WednesdayProducers: Thomas H. Brand & Aine PullenGraphics: Emily BrandProduction and Editing: Thomas H. BrandOriginal music by John Bartmann (johnbartmann.com) licensed under www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  Contact us at thatsburlesquepodcast@gmail.com*****Find us at: Our Instagram Our Facebook Our Twitter Curly’s Instagram Tom’s Instagram Evelyn’s  Instagram Ruby’s Instagram  Where to find the performers we mentioned in this episode…Bitten Peach East London Burlesque Studio ShayShay Lilly Snatchdragon Dolly Trolly Beatrix Valhalla Sibyl Vane Ryan M. Schulz Bambi Bang Bang *****For a links to all the December shows we mentioned on this month's episode, please check out our Facebook Page 

Published 9th April 2020Welcome to That's Burlesque, the podcast where Ryan and Curly lead our celebration of the wonderful world of burlesque, and the communities and cultures that it connects with. In this mini-episode Curly takes you through the importance of looking after your mental health during this time of massive disruption, and also all the options for connecting with the burlesque scene online in this time of social isolation. #burlesqueonlineContact us at thatsburlesquepodcast@gmail.com or www.instagram.com/thatsburlesquepodcastCredits: Hosts: Aine PullenProducer: Thomas H. BrandCo-Producer: Aine PullenGraphics: Emily BrandOriginal music by John Bartmann (https://www.johnbartmann.com) licensed under https://www.creativecommons.org/licen...  Find the performers we discussed in this episode at...Cleopantha (https://www.instagram.com/cleopantha/)Dolly Trolly (https://www.instagram.com/dollytrolleydrag/)Eileen Bothways (https://www.instagram.com/eileenbothways/)House of Burlesque (https://www.instagram.com/hobtempestrose/)Jinx McQuinn (https://www.instagram.com/jinx_mcquinn/)Kitty Velor (https://www.instagram.com/kitty_velour/)Lolo Brow (https://www.instagram.com/lolobrow/)Lychee Bye (https://www.instagram/lychee.bye/)Odelia Opium (https://www.instagram.com/odeliaopium/)Tete Bang (https://www.instagram.com/tete_bang/)The shows...Bella Whispers - A Taste of Tease Online (https://www.instagram.com/p/B-iJ90GHBI1/)The Opium Den - Corona Cabaret (https://www.instagram.com/p/B-fJcH4Hwra/)The Shady Mushroom - Online Spectacular (https://www.instagram.com/shadymushroom/)The classes and services...Anatomy Studio - Shibari (https://www.instagram.com/anatomiestudiolondon/)Doe Eye Doodles - Illustrations (https://www.instagram.com/doeeyedoodles/)International Burlesque Academy - Dance Classes (https://www.instagram.com/internationalburlesqueacademy)Jinx McQuinn - Flexibility (https://www.instagram.com/jinx_mcquinn)Kitty Velor - Exotic Dance Classe (https://www.instagram.com/kitty_velour)Our Podcast in arms...The Burly Podcast (https://anchor.fm/theburlypodcast/)And the resources we raised...Mind (https://www.mind.org.uk/)Refuge (https://www.refuge.org.uk/)