All workshops take place on Sunday 17th of November. 2024 in Naplno Dance & Yoga studio in central Prague in Štěpánská 45, Praha 1.
Link to the studio location here
Workshops are 90 min, taught in English with translation help if needed, they are open to all levels.
Cost is 900 CZK or 35€ payable to CZ account 1462924093/0800 in CZK or via Paypal here in Euro to email info@bohemianburlesquefestival.com.
If you book all four festival workshops, you get 500 CZK/20 € discount.
It can be paid in cash also but your spot is not guarantied then and prepaid participants have priority.
Booking ahead is recommended, max number of people is 10.
Sign up via email info@bohemianburlesque.com.
Vampy Vixens: Flirt your way with Bettie Bombshell
10:30-12:00, Naplno Dance & Yoga, Štěpánská 45
A smouldering, seductive brand new workshop that focuses on commanding the stage, flirting with your audience & feeling yourself! During our lesson will explore stage techniques specifically crafted by Bettie for burlesque, how to capture the crowd using your face, and what it means to connect with you body.
We're going to flirt them into a frenzy darling.
This class will be thick and juicy and oh so ghouly!
You will walk away from this workshop with the confidence of Morticia and the power of Vampira.
Open level - No burlesque experience necessary to attend this class! Come as you are and let's dance darling. This is a low impact class meaning it's friendly on the joints.
Prop required: A long sleeve shirt/ robe/ wrap or something of that swishy nature.
Bettie will teach you a piece of burlesque choreography to perform at the end of class in groups. It's sexy, it’s powerful, it's so much fun.
Adorn the Floor: Floorwork with Boa Play
with Frankie Fictitious
12:00-13:30, Naplno Dance & Yoga, Štěpánská 45
Are you ready to heat things up? Join Frankie Fictitious, for a seductive journey of sensual floor work. In this intermediate floor work class, we'll focus on floor work and add a touch of sass with a boa. Learn Frankie's personal tips on how to connect with each audience member and leave them begging for more, while emphasizing the importance of breathing and taking your time.
Please bring knee pads, your dancing shoes and a boa if you have one, we will also have some to lend you.
Frankie Fictitious is a world renowned burlesque dancer who has been captivating audiences with her sultry moves for a decade. She combines a tantalizing blend of classic and modern elements, featuring elaborate costumes and intricate choreography that leaves audiences spellbound. Frankie's dynamic performances have earned her numerous awards and taken her to stages all over the world, including Miss Exotic World and Miss Viva Las Vegas. Frankie challenges societal norms and celebrates diversity and body positivity by inspiring others to embrace their unique beauty and individuality
Become a professional showgirl: Workshop with Ruby Monroe
13:30-15:00, Naplno Dance & Yoga, Štěpánská 45
Do you want to know the secrets that have led me to become an international showgirl and be able to make a living from it so fast?
Let’s talk about your “sign” on stage.
You already have the costume, your choreography, but now what? What makes you more desirable for producers compared to others?
This is a workshop aimed at burlesque performers who have been performing for years and are ready to go to the next level.
We will analyze you individually to put your own personality on stage and make you unique. We will learn a choreography all together but you will see how different it looks depending on the performer using the correct techniques.
Goddess Unleashed: Building Stage Presence with Ms B. La Rose
15:00-16:30, Naplno Dance&Yoga, Štěpánská 45
“I never felt so comfortable being myself until I had seen you dance” is one of the most compelling compliments to receive off stage.
Come unleash your prowess & build self confidence with Burlesque Hall of Fame’s 2024 Queen of Burlesque! Ms B. La Rose.
In this class, you are led through a discussion to set intentions, learn movement that challenges the level of tease you bring to the table & build stage presence.
Learn to walk the floor, stage routines, find your grounding, and support the energy you are emoting. By the end of class, whether you perform on stages big or small, this class will have audiences at your full attention.
You’re invited to come explore regardless of dance experience. This class is intimate. Bring note taking materials, water/hydration. Performance shoes optional.
