Burlesque Terminology and Slang

A stripper is a performer who removes their clothing during a burlesque show, typically to music.

Political Burlesque is a type of burlesque performance that involves comedy and satire, often targeting politicians or current events.

Aerial Burlesque, Fire Burlesque, and Contortion Burlesque are all types of burlesque performance that involve acrobatics and physical feats.

Narrative Burlesque is a type of burlesque performance that involves storytelling and narrative, often with a focus on character development and plot.

Musical Burlesque is a type of burlesque performance that involves music and singing, often with a focus on elaborate costumes and choreography.

Interactive Burlesque, Participatory Burlesque, and Immersive Burlesque are all types of burlesque performance that involve audience participation.

Drag Burlesque, Gender-Bending Burlesque, and Queer Burlesque are all types of burlesque performance that involve drag.

Traditional Burlesque, Classical Burlesque, and Historical Burlesque are all types of burlesque performance that involve burlesque history and tradition.

Neo-Burlesque, Modern Burlesque, and Contemporary Burlesque are all types of burlesque performance that involve modern and contemporary influences.

Political Burlesque, Social Burlesque, and Activist Burlesque are all types of burlesque performance that involve social and political commentary.

Body Positive Burlesque, Self-Love Burlesque, and Empowerment Burlesque are all types of burlesque performance that involve body positivity and self-acceptance.

Intersectional Burlesque, Social Justice Burlesque, and Activist Burlesque are all types of burlesque performance that involve intersectionality and social justice.

Queer Burlesque, LGBTQ+ Burlesque, and Gender-Bending Burlesque are all types of burlesque performance that involve queer and LGBTQ+ themes.

Traditional Burlesque, Classical Burlesque, and Historical Burlesque are all types of burlesque performance that involve burlesque history and tradition.

Neo-Burlesque, Modern Burlesque, and Contemporary Burlesque are all types of burlesque performance that involve modern and contemporary influences.