7:30–8:30pmPerry Lane Studios
Lemonade
with Ja’mie DisplaysTart in flavour, a sight to savour. Peak camp from the master himself, Ja'mie Displays. Skip it and you'll be bitter.
Optional performance at CaBBaret Party Buffet · Sat 12 December
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BB le Buff's School of PerformanceBurlesque Classes Brisbane
Brisbane's longest-running burlesque & variety school, teaching tease, hoops, showgirls, circus and sideshow since 2009. All classes 18+ and LGBTQIA2S+ welcoming.
This termTerm 5 · Party Buffet
Classes run19 Oct – 10 Dec
Grand finaleCaBBaret · 12 Dec
Term 5 · Party Buffet
Savoury or sweet?The class menu
Savoury or sweet? This term's menu is devilishly delicious. Enrol by email and we'll send payment details. Full-term fees are due by Saturday 24 October; casual classes are paid on the night.
Monday
8:30–9:30pmPerry Lane Studios
Milkshake Hoopdance
with BB le BuffNo hoop experience needed. You'll use the hoop as a body-framing prop, pick up some spinning tricks along the way and finish with a troupe number that brings all the hotties to the yard.
Optional performance at CaBBaret Party Buffet · Sat 12 December
Tuesday
6:30–7:30pmStudio1
Hot Sauce Showgirls
with Atlas GreyBack by popular demand, the 2020 crowd favourite. Big showgirl lines, sizzling formations and 70s disco swagger, all smothered in hot sauce. Bring strapped heels, a water bottle and attitude.
Optional performance at CaBBaret Party Buffet · Sat 12 December
7:30–9:00pmStudio1
Signature Act Creation
with Lord SevFor debut soloists and seasoned artists alike and great for competition prep. Your teacher helps you sharpen your own ideas into an act that's yours alone and every student is offered the chance to premiere it as a paid performer at CaBBaret. Limited to five soloists or groups.
Group discounts for troupe acts.
Wednesday
7:45–8:45pmStudio1
Kinklesque: Feast for the Senses
with Lord SevA slow, fiercely sensual chair dance of sensation play, silk-tie bondage, blindfolds and something ripe and juicy to wrap your lips around. Kink-themed burlesque with a side of BDSM education from QLD Kinkster 2024, Lord Sev.
BYO IKEA Pinntorp (formerly Stefan) chair with felt pads on the feet.
Optional performance at CaBBaret Party Buffet · Sat 12 December
Thursday
7:00–8:00pmStudio1
Candy Shop Māori Poi
with Polly NeeshaWelcome to the Candy Shop! Traditional Māori poi set to 50 Cent, with candy-coloured costumes and bright, playful choreography that's as sweet as it sounds.
Optional performance at CaBBaret Party Buffet · Sat 12 December
8:00–9:00pmStudio1
Chicken Conga
with Susie LiqueurGet gloriously silly. Dressed as chickens, we'll conga across the stage, clucking up and scratching down with feathery, ridiculous moves. Party starters only.
Optional performance at CaBBaret Party Buffet · Sat 12 December
6:15–7:15pmPerry Lane Studios
The Big Cheese
with BB le BuffYou own 51% of this company. Sexy heels, big shoulders and boss energy, but never trust a rat in a suit. Commercial heels meets burlesque floor work.
Optional performance at CaBBaret Party Buffet · Sat 12 December
7:15–8:15pmPerry Lane Studios
The Menu
with BB le BuffYes, Chef! Inspired by the film The Menu: a precise, delectable striptease run like a Michelin-starred kitchen, where the weak get cut.
Optional performance at CaBBaret Party Buffet · Sat 12 December
8:15–9:15pmPerry Lane Studios
Sugar Showgirls
with BB le Buff¡Azúcar! A tribute to Celia Cruz. Salsa footwork and classic Latin cabaret styling for showgirls who are bright, sparkling and impossible to resist.
Optional performance at CaBBaret Party Buffet · Sat 12 December
Burlesque & fire classes are 18+ and open to every gender expression.
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Sweet treatsTerm deals
Admit one
Early Bird
Pay your full term by Saturday 17 October and take a further 5% off. Not available on classes already 50% off.
Admit one
Multiple Classes
Book full-term classes on different nights and take 15% off your total, when no other discount applies.
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One Night Stand
Book classes on the same night: pay one full term and get 50% off each extra class.
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Double Date
Sign up with a favourite friend and you each pay $110 for a one-hour class. Only 5 available.
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Triple Treat
Bring two besties: one full term fee and each friend joins for $32.50. That's $75 each. Only 3 available.
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Take Half Off
50% off one full 8-week course. One per student, not on Signature Act Creation. Only 3 available.
Two studios, one family
Find usWhere the magic happens
A hand up onto the stage
Everyone belongs hereBBSOP scholarships
BBSOP is an all-inclusive community. Apply for yourself or nominate a friend. Applicants must be 18+.
Diversity Mentorship
For First Nations people, people from diverse cultural backgrounds, people with disability and anyone who wants to express their LGBTIQ gender identity. The whole teaching staff picks the winner, who gets a free course of their choice and a feature on BBSOP's socials and website.
Apply now
Financial Aid Mentorship
We know classes are a luxury for most people. If money's been tight but you'd love to dance, apply for a free course or a reduced fee and payment plan.
Apply nowStudents cover their own travel, props and costumes.
One-on-one
Private classes
Polish a solo, prep for a pin-up pageant or finally master that prop. Every BBSOP teacher takes private sessions focused on your own strengths.
- $100 per hour
- Times by request; we arrange the venue and teacher
- What to bring is agreed with your teacher
Learn burlesque in Brisbane
BB le Buff's School of Performance has been teaching burlesque in Brisbane since 2009. Classes run in terms at Perry Lane Studios in Spring Hill and Studio1 in Yeerongpilly, taught by working performers from Brisbane's burlesque, drag and circus scenes. Meet them on the cast page.
Many classes suit complete beginners, while others build on burlesque or heels experience. Each term finishes with the chance to take your routine to the stage at CaBBaret, so you can go from first shimmy to spotlight if you fancy it.
Asked backstage
Burlesque classes: good questions
Do I need dance experience to join a burlesque class?
Many classes suit all levels of experience. Some ask for previous burlesque or heels experience, which is noted on each class in the timetable.
How much are burlesque classes in Brisbane?
Most 8-week terms are $160 and most casual classes are $25. Signature Act Creation is priced separately and private classes are $100 an hour.
Where are classes held?
Classes run at Perry Lane Studios, 10 Perry Lane, Spring Hill and at Studio1, 190 Station Road, Yeerongpilly. Perry Lane has some accessibility limits, so please email us if you have questions.
How do I enrol?
Email the school with the class you want and we'll send you the payment details.
Who can join?
Burlesque and fire classes are 18+ and open to all gender expressions. LGBTQIA2S+ students are welcome.
Do I have to perform?
No. Most classes offer an optional performance at CaBBaret and it's completely up to you.
Before you shimmy in
HousekeepingThe fine print
- Enrol by emailing bblebuffsop@gmail.com. We'll reply with payment details.
- Full-term fees are due by Saturday 24 October. If you can't pay by then, sign up as a casual.
- Casual classes are paid on the night by bank transfer, cash or card.
- PayPal payments carry a $5 fee to cover PayPal's charges.
- We can't offer refunds. For medical reasons, BB is happy to arrange make-up classes or class credit, depending on when you let her know.
- BBSOP students get special rates on hens parties.