School of Performance

Brisbane's Longest Running Burlesque & Variety School

2022 School of Performance dates:

TERM 4 - Monday 15th August – Thursday 6th October

Secret Garden CaBBaret - Saturday 8th October

TERM 5 - Monday 24th October – Thursday 15th December

Circus CaBBaret - Saturday 17th December

 

BBSOP SCHOLARSHIPS:

Apply yourself or Nominate a Friend. BBSOP is committed to being an all-inclusive community of like-minded people. If you identify as First Nations, have a Diverse Cultural Background, Disability, or want to voice your LGBTIQ Gender Identity and Expression; then we want to give you a hand up to invest in your dance, circus, arts training, and give you the opportunity to express yourself as a performer. Must be 18+ to be considered. Students must personally cover costs for any travel to and from classes, props and costumes for classes or solos. The successful applicant will be selected by the entire teaching staff of BBSOP and will be awarded a Free Course of their choice and be featured on our BBSOP socials and website.

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Apply yourself or Nominate a Friend. BBSOP is committed to being an all-inclusive community of like-minded people. We understand that our classes are a luxury item for most and especially in this current world climate of Pandemics, Floods and World Disasters those extra dollars can be hard to find. If you have experienced financial struggles but would love to take a class we would love to have you. You can apply for a one-off Free Course or if you'd like to pay a reduced course fee that can also be discuss. Must be 18+ to be considered. Students must personally cover costs for any travel to and from classes, props and costumes for classes or solos. The successful applicant will be selected by the entire teaching staff of BBSOP and will be awarded involvement in a course of their choice and be featured on our BBSOP socials and website.

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Term 4, 2022 Class Timetable

We are heading into the Secret Garden in Term 4. Come breathe in the fresh air & feel the grass under your feet while you dance freely out in nature...without having to deal with sunscreen, bugs or weather! Our student showcase CaBBaret will host a variety of performers and classes, we’ll see you there on Saturday 8th October, 2022.

BB and her staff of fabulous teachers bring to you the seductive art of burlesque, hula hoops and a variety of circus, dance and fire workshops. Classes are so much fun you won't even realise you're getting fit! Increase your confidence through performance with fun routines taught in every class.

Check out the schedule of classes below and enrol in by emailing the school – bblebuffsop@gmail.com
 

When you enrol by email you will be sent payment information. Payment for full term classes must be received no later than Saturday 20th August, if you cannot finalise payment by this date it is recommended that you sign up for casual attendance. 

All Burlesque & Fire classes are 18+ and open to women, men and the gender fluid & non-conforming alike. Burlesque is for every body.

BB le Buff’s School of Performance is a CovidSafe business and all guests must adhere to the current Queensland Health regulations including but not limited to masking, social distancing, check-ins and vaccination status when applicable.

 

TERM 4 DISCOUNTS:

**you must quote the discount code when enrolling to be eligible**

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Pay your term fees in full by Saturday 6th August to receive a further 5% discount from your term fees. Not eligible for classes with a 50% discount already applied.

MULTIPLE CLASSES: Book into more than one full term class on different nights & receive 15% discount from your total Term Fees, only available when no other discounts apply.

ONE NIGHT STAND: Book into classes on the same night, pay for 1 full term class and receive a 50% discount from each additional full term class booked.

TRIPLE TREAT: Grab 2 of your besties and get to classes, you’ll pay one full term fee and each friend joins for only $30! **Only 3 Offers Available**

TAKE HALF OFF: Book into a full term 8-week course and receive a 50% discount from the total fee. Not eligible for Signature Act Creation. One 50% discount per student. **Only 3 Offers Available**

 

Perry Lane Studios – 10 Perry Lane, Spring Hill

MONDAY – DOWNSTAIRS – STUDIO 1

Monday 15th August - 3rd October

7:00-8:00pm

Disrobe in the Garden – Teacher: Atlas Grey

Slip out the door and into the garden in your favourite floral robe. Atlas will lead you through a slinky Neo-Burlesque class that is bound to get cheeky! Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret on Saturday 8th October.

8-week Term: $150 

Casual Class: $20

Suitable for: All levels of Burlesque experience

Song: Garden by Dua Lipa - https://youtu.be/ShdcBipqVD0 

 

Monday 15th August - 3rd October

8:00-9:00pm

Sultry Silk Veil Fans – Teacher: Roslyn Rouge

Daydreams in the garden with a sultry burlesque routine incorporating the stunning art of silk veil fans. BYO Silk Veil Fans or when you enrol select the option of having them purchased for you and they’ll be brought to you in Week 1. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret on Saturday 8th October.

8-week Term: $150 

Full Term + Silk Veil Fan: $175

Casual Class: $20

Suitable for: All levels of Burlesque experience

Song: Daydream in Blue by imonster https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BhB6Lb7_kN8 

 

 

TUESDAY

Studio1 – 190 Station Road, Yeerongpilly

Tuesday 16th August - 4th October

6:45-7:45pm

*** FULLY BOOKED ***

Garden Gnome Charleston – Teacher: Atlas Grey

Love ‘em or hate ‘em as a lawn ornament; you gotta admit they’re really cute! You gnome you want to dance with joy; learning classic Charleston dance moves with your statuesque garden pals. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret on Saturday 8th October.

Song: Post modern jukebox 1920s version of Levitating by Dua Lipa https://youtu.be/Qn_pDASw0-I

8-week Term: $150 
Casual Class: $20 

Suitable for: Absolute Beginners - All Levels of Experience

 

Tuesday 16th August - 4th October

7:45-8:45pm

*** FULLY BOOKED ***

Poison Ivy Chair Dance – Teacher: Atlas Grey

Poison Ivy is the alter ego taken by Dr. Pamela Lillian Isley, an eco-terrorist and prominent enemy of Batman. Motivated by an obsession with plants and a desire to save the world from the evils of man. Beware her will-bending pheromones, she is toxic! Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret on Saturday 8th October. Neo-Burlesque & chair skills taught in this course.

8-week Term: $150
Casual Class: $20 

Song: Baby One More Time cover by The Marias https://youtu.be/YPHn4xSvjNM

Suitable for: Dancers with Previous Chair Dance Experience; Beginners OK

BYO Ikea Stefan chair to each class, with felt attached to the base of the chair legs - https://www.ikea.com/au/en/p/stefan-chair-brown-black-80363426/ 

 

WEDNESDAY

Studio1 – 190 Station Road, Yeerongpilly

Wednesday 17th August - 5th October

6:15-7:15pm

*** FULLY BOOKED ***

Signature Act Creation – Teacher: BB le Buff
A great opportunity for competition preparation as well as debut soloists. This class is aimed at aspiring performers as well as experienced artists, class is limited to 5 people or groups. Your BBSOP teacher will assist you to create a signature act of your own, streamlining your own ideas and inspirations. All students are offered the chance to première this act as a Paid Performer at CaBBaret on Saturday 8th October.
Suitable for: Performers looking to create their own solo or group routine. Previous experience with the skill you want to create a routine in is required. Have an act prepared that you’d like to workshop and get feedback on, sign up for a 2-week or 4-week workshop course. Pop in casually to perfect your routines for competition and stage. Group discounts available for troupe acts.
8-week Term: $180
4-week workshop: $100
2-week workshop: $55
Casual Class: $30
 

Wednesday 17th August - 5th October

7:15-8:15pm

Possums Burlesque - Teacher: Bobbie Rotten

They’re the bump in the night, the sounds of terror, alien creatures screaming from the darkness! But then you turn on the verandah light...and it’s the cutest, fluffiest, brushtail possum! Get sexy and trashy with these sassy, iconic Australian critters. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret on Saturday 8th October.

Song – Psycho - Muse: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqLRqzTp6Rk 

8-week Term: $150
Casual Class: $20 

Suitable for: All Levels of Experience

 

Wednesday 17th August - 5th October

8:15-9:15pm

Curves Ahead - Tall Poppies - Teacher: Bobbie Rotten

Confidence is the key. Take control of your Body confidence in this class focusing on; harnessing strength on stage and commanding the audience. Burlesque is for all bodies, abilities and gender expressions; short poppies, tall poppies, they poppies, slay poppies! Gorgeous poppy fascinators and voluminous bump skirts. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret on Saturday 8th October.

Song: : Trouble – Valerie Broussard - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f6D-1xOEns0 

Term: $150 
Casual Class: $20 

Suitable for: All Levels of Experience

 

 

THURSDAY

Perry Lane Studios – 10 Perry Lane, Spring Hill

THURSDAY – UPSTAIRS – STUDIO 2

*Enter through the alley next to the Church at 430 Ann Street (follow the signs)*

Thursday 18th August - 6th October

6:15–7:45pm

Witches Coven – Teacher: BB le Buff

“Double, double toil and trouble; Fire burn and caldron bubble.” Dark and mysterious, these witches are irresistible. Magical herbs grow in your garden, wander down the garden path and into the forest to meet your coven and dance under the moonlight. Neo-Burlesque Noir; you’ll dance with witches hats & brooms and focus on burlesque dance strength & bump'n'grind technique. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret on Saturday 8th October.

8-week Term: $180 + $20 towards costume & prop costs
Casual Class: $25 

Suitable for: All Levels of Experience

 

Thursday 12th August - 30th September

7:45–9:15pm

Cult Ecstatic Dance – Teacher: BB le Buff

Ecstatic dance has been used as a ritual throughout time to experience a meditative and mystical state of mind through movement. From ancient Egypt & Greece to modern-day raves; you will lose yourself in this class to dance. Lots of spins, a focus on contemporary floorwork and lyrical burlesque; performance will be barefoot. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret on Saturday 8th October.

8-week Term: $180 
Casual Class: $25 

Suitable for: Previous Dance or Burlesque Experience

 

 

PRIVATE CLASSES

Book your Private Class with the BBSOP teacher of your choice.
All of the BBSOP teachers are available for one-on-one sessions which are perfect for perfecting your new solo or group acts, polishing up for a Pin-Up Pageant or to master new skills (movement, prop or confidence). The one-on-one environment allows your teacher to focus on your personal strengths and weaknesses and help to make you a stronger performer. You can choose a suitable time and we will arrange the venue and teacher. Please contact the school directly to request a private booking – bblebuffsop@gmail.com
COST: 1 HOUR $80, 2 HOURS $150 - any additional hours at $50 p/h.

Book 4+ hours (can be over multiple booking dates) pay only $60/hour.

****Enrolled in a Term 2 class? Book in with your teacher at these discounted rates: 1 HOUR $60, 2 HOURS $95. Book 4+ hours (can be over multiple booking dates) pay only $50/hour.
AVAILABILITY: By Request
BRING: To be discussed with your teacher.

VENUE: To be discussed upon booking


HENS PARTIES
BB le Buff’s School of Performance offers custom Burlesque, Hula Hoop, 1960s Go-Go, 1970s Disco, Amped for the 80s and 90s, Mad Men and Great Gatsby themed hens events. Our popular hens parties are now available across South-East Queensland so make your enquiry now! Enjoy a fun night to remember with your best gal pals and we’ll bring everything to you! Add some memorable moments to your hens night; it’s an excellent way to loosen up before your big night out and for your party to get to know each other. LOCATION: Your place or ours!
COST: $300 for 10 people for a standard 2 hour party. Each additional guest costs $15.
For more information, please visit BB’s website:
http://www.missbblebuff.com/infopage/book-miss-bb-to-perform-or-model
**If you’re a BBSOP student you will receive a special price on hens parties. Please email the school to confirm these rates.

PAYMENT OPTIONS FOR TERM ENROLMENTS:
Bank Deposit:
Suncorp
Account Name: BBSOP
Account Number: 600604402
BSB: 484799
Reference: YourName ClassName

**Please confirm your enrolment by email: bblebuffsop@gmail.com

OR PAYPAL to missbblebuff@gmail.com
**All PayPal payments will attract an additional $5 charge to account for the PayPal fees incurred. Please include the name of the class or workshop as well as your name, email address and phone number in the details of your PayPal payment.

**Unfortunately, BB le Buff cannot offer refunds. If you have a medical reason BB is happy to negotiate make-up classes or class credit, based on the date you notify her. 

 

Teacher Profiles

BB le Buff - Director - School of Performance BB started out her dance training in traditional dance styles such as, jazz ballet, contemporary, funk and tap; and her love of classic musical movies took her at the tender age of 7 to pursue training in competitive Ballroom Dance as well. She studied Burlesque with Lola the Vamp in 2007 and after one Term of classes was invited to perform on her national tour. She has never looked back and has been performing burlesque ever since! BB started her School of Performance in 2009.  BB started her circus training with Vulcana Women's Circus and then also took classes at Circa and attended intensive workshops at the Tasmanian Circus Festival; as well as many other short courses. She went on to work for Circa and is still a casual trainer for Vulcana. You have seen BB perform on tours and the festival circuit across Australia and internationally. Including Woodford Folk Festival, Australian Burlesque Festival, Gorelesque, Adelaide Fringe Festival, Perth International Burlesque Festival, Splendour in the Grass and more! Join BB le Buff's School of Performance on Facebook: click here Follow BB on Facebook: click here

Atlas Grey Miss Atlas Grey loves a good sparkle, feather and dramatic lighting. A classically trained ballerina who has ditched the tutu (mostly) to get down and flirty with her newfound love for burlesque.  She has studied multiple styles of burlesque under the guidance of The Bombshell Burlesque Academy and BB Le Buff’s School of Performance since 2016. Slowly build up her stage time, Atlas has performed with the Bombshell's student troupe for Curves & Claws and Rats Tatts & Pinups. Along with developing and performing duo acts for Curves & Claws Nerdlesque, Doomsday Disko and CaBBaret. Until debuting as a soloist at the 33rd Bombshell Ball in 2018. Since then gone on to perform at various Brisbane based shows including Vanguard Burlesque and interstate for Red Light Confidential Melbourne. Competing in The Australian Burlesque Festival; New Follies 2019 and taking out runner up in Burlesque Idol Brisbane heats 2020.  Atlas enjoys the freedom of expression this art form supports, to get lost in a rabbit hole and bring the audience with her. Always up for shimmy, bump, grind or jeté. Miss Atlas Grey is keen to keep showing audiences she’s a name not to forget.

GoGo Bumhole Siobhan Gibbs is a theatre maker and performer in Meanjin. She uses pronouns she/her. She studied Drama and Human Services at QUT and has trained with Zen Zen Zo Physical Theatre since 2017, becoming a company member in 2018 and completing their Creative Entrepreneur internship program in 2019. She composed for and performed Sebastien in their 2019 production of The Tempest, and as Salvador Dali in their production of The Unspeakable Dreams of Salvador Dali (2019). Siobhan is a member of the theatre company Chance Collective. She most recently devised and performed in their Anywhere Award-winning production The Nest (2019, Anywhere Theatre Festival). Chance Collective have also produced original works for The Starlight Foundation (2019), Ruckus Fest (2019), and Spill City (2020). In 2020 Siobhan performed in a sell-out season of Backbone’s original musical, Absolute Objectivity. In the same year she debuted her performance persona Gogo Bumhole at Candy Social Club. Since then, Gogo has performed a durational work at the queer club night Shandy and will be continuing her practice in the queer nightlife circuit into 2021. Siobhan presented her original one-person theatre show Sewer Rat Girl in mid-2021 after two years of development both with Zen Zen Zo and independently.

Lipstick Bombshell Vicky Shield is the Lipstick Bombshell. An award winning pinup and specialist in vintage and glamour hairstyles. Vicky owns Snippets of Time Vintage Styles and you can find her travelling to events to hairstyle in her Tiki Wahini Wagon!

Petra Pan Petra grew up in a dance studio with her ballet teacher mother. She is a sweet Georgia Peach who has, after years of travelling the globe, settled here in Brisbane. She has a love for all classical dance styles, but discovered her true passion at the age of nine in her first experience of modern circus. Living in the rural United States, she spent hours in the dance studio teaching herself hula hoop basics but found she couldn’t go much further without a teacher. Fast forward years later to the age of the internet! Petra began filling in the gaps with online tutorials and then began training at Canopy Studio, a circus school in Athens, Georgia. Petra has also trained and performed with Vulcana Women’s Circus in Brisbane and BB le Buff's School of Performance. Today she is largely influenced by her contemporary dance background and creates emotive hula hoop pieces with a neo-circus flair. Petra also creates her own range of performance and active wear, follow her creations here: Petra Pan Performance Apparel - https://www.instagram.com/petrapanapparel/

Jenna Renna Ra Ra Jenna has been dancing since she was four, but the 1960’s dance craze holds a special place in her heart. She has a passion for over-the-top exuberant GoGo dances and a love of 60s fashion and music. She has performed her solo work at CaBBaret over the years and cannot wait to come on board as a teacher to share her groovy moves!

Susie Liqueur   Susie Liqueur has a passion for performance. She has danced since she was 8yrs old, and is CSTD trained in jazz, tap and ballet. After touring the US with her dance troupe as a young adult; Susie discovered the wonderful, weird and wild world of cabaret. She has a passion for vintage dance styles, especially GoGo, Disco; Charleston; and continues to practice her love of tap dance in all of its classic and modern style interpretations.

Bobbie Rotten Rambunctious, risqué, and rotten to the core, Bobbie Rotten is a rising star in the Brisbane Burlesque scene. Miss Rotten brings her signature mix of satire, sin and seduction to the stage, that will have you always wanting more. Long legs, incredible curves, and an unbeatable ass (unless you ask).

Roslyn Rouge Roslyn Rouge has been making a name for herself in Brisbane. Sparkling across stages in her neo-burlesque stylings and studying all aspects of dance and burlesque, training flexibility techniques and discovering a special love for the art of silk veil fans.