School of Performance
Brisbane's Longest Running Burlesque & Variety School
2025 School of Performance Dates:
TERM 5 - CaBBaret Follies
Monday 20th October - Thursday 11th December
CaBBaret Saturday 20th December
2026 School of Performance Dates:
TERM 1 - Back to School
Monday 12th January - Thursday 5th March
CaBBaret Saturday 7th March
TERM 2 - Australian Music
Monday 23rd March - Thursday 14th May
CaBBaret Saturday 16th May
TERM 3 - Movies
Monday 1st June - Thursday 23rd July
CaBBaret Saturday 25th July
TERM 4 - The Best of the 80's
Monday 10th August - Thursday 1st October
CaBBaret Saturday 3rd October
TERM 5 - CaBBaret Buffet
Monday 19th October - Thursday 10th December
CaBBaret Saturday 12th 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.
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. 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.
Term 5, 2025 Class Timetable
This term is a Triple Threat! Singing, Dancing and Acting! We're so excited to bring some Musical Theatre into your lives. Pop it in your diaries now - CaBBaret Follies - Saturday 20th December.
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 25th October, if you cannot finalise payment by this date it is recommended that you sign up for casual attendance. All casual classes must be paid by bank transfer, cash or card payment on the night of class.
All Burlesque & Fire classes are 18+ and open to all gender expressions; LGBTQIA2S+ welcoming.
Our Perry Lane Studios venue does have accessibility issues, so please email if you have any questions around this – bblebuffsop@gmail.com
TERM 5 DISCOUNTS:
**you must quote the discount code when enrolling to be eligible**
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Pay your term fees in full by Saturday 11th October 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.
DOUBLE DATE: Sign up to class with one of your favourite friends and you’ll each pay $110 term fee (1 hour class) or $145 (1.5 hour class) **Only 5 Offers Available** Not eligible for Early Bird Discount or Signature Act Creation
TRIPLE TREAT: Grab 2 of your besties and get to classes, you’ll pay one full term fee and each friend joins for only $32.50! That’s $75 each for a full term **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**
**2 CLASS VENUES – PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF WHERE YOUR CLASSES ARE BEING HELD**
Perry Lane Studios – 10 Perry Lane, Spring Hill
MONDAY
Monday 20th October – 8th December
7:00-8:00pm
*** FULLY BOOKED ***
Fosse Burlesque Chair Dance - Teacher: BB le Buff
Bob Fosse was an iconic choreographer who made a lasting impact on the musical theatre and dance communities worldwide; with his signature style of dance and clever incorporation of vaudeville hat tricks. This class is a fusion of some of Fosse’s most iconic numbers, dance styles, Burlesque and Cabaret chair dance. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 20th December.
8-week Term: $160
Casual Class: $25
Suitable for: All Levels of Experience
Song: A medley of Fosse musical classics
BYO: Chair
Monday 20th October – 8th December
8:00-9:00pm
Ziegfeld Follies Advanced Showgirl Solo Prep – Teacher: BB le Buff
Create your own high end classic showgirl costume & preparation for your next debut solo. Limited numbers; the group act will be a classic Ziegfeld Showgirl stage production, introducing each performer onto stage,showcasing your costume creation, you can choose your own entrance music + a short group routine. This class will be structured as follows:
Week 1: Learn Group Routine & discuss concepts for over-the-top Showgirl looks
Weeks 2-6: Costume creation: Learn how to make your concept a reality, construction tips and assistance.
Week 7: Solo choreography for Follies entrance & performer spotlight
Week 8: Full Dress Rehearsal
Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 20th December.
8-week Term: $160
Casual Class: $25
Suitable for: Soloists looking to create a decadent, high-end Showgirl costume, in preparation for their own personal solo performance
Song: TBC with Soloists. Group number will be a Ziegfeld Follies era specific track
*Please Note: This class is not eligible for a Half Price Discount, Students should be prepared to budget for materials to construct a new, high end costume within the 8-week term.
Studio1 - 190 Station Road, Yeerongpilly
TUESDAY
Tuesday 21st October – 9th December
6:30-7:30pm
*** FULLY BOOKED ***
Moulin Noir: Kinklesque – Teachers: Lord Sev & Archie Arsenic
Peek behind the curtain where tease turns to torture! Some wax with your wiggle? Some bondage with your bump and grind? YKINMK (Your kink is not my kink). Everyone's kinks are personal and different - this class is all about celebrating and honouring our unique kinks and standing in the power of our eroticism and fetishism. Each student will have their moment to take the centre and be the focus of their own fantasy, taking us on a journey of our collective kinks with two of Brisbane’s most iconic queer performers; Lord Sev and Archie Arsenic. All Bodies and Abilities Welcomed. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 20th December.
8-week Term: $160
Casual Class: $25
Suitable for: All Levels of Experience
Tuesday 21st October – 9th December
7:30-8:30pm
Midnight Follies – Teacher: Atlas Grey
Step into a world of elegance, mystery and midnight glamour. You’ll learn a two-part vintage-inspired routine blending the glitz of the Ziegfeld Follies with the iconic bubble balloon act of Sally Rand. With navy, silver, and gold tones, sequins, lace gloves, and a sparkling capelet, you’ll master classic burlesque posing, reveals, and the art of tease. Part One focuses on graceful entrances, posing, removing heels, a stocking peel and a garter belt. Part Two introduces stunning bubble balloon choreography, elegant group cannon work, and a finale reveal down to pasties. This course celebrates vintage luxury, playful sophistication, and the thrill of performance. No experience required—just a desire to shine.
8-week Term: $160
Casual Class: $25
Song: “Something in the Heavens” by Lewis Capaldi
Suitable for: All Levels of Experience
WEDNESDAY
Wednesday 22nd October – 10th December
7:50-9:20pm
*** 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 - Saturday 20th December.
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: $220
4-week workshop: $115
2-week workshop: $65
Casual Class: $35
THURSDAY
Thursday 23rd October – 11th December
7:00-8:00pm
Singin in the Rain Tap Medley – Teacher: BB le Buff
Get ready for some heart-warming, smile inducing classic tap dance to one of Hollywood’s most beloved musicals. We’ll dance to a medley of songs and incorporate some classic props (you know we’re using umbrellas).
8-week Term: $160
Casual Class: $25
Suitable for: All Levels of Tap Experience
Song: A medley of favourite songs from the musical
Thursday 23rd October – 11th December
8:00-9:00pm
Diamond Showgirls - Beginner – Teacher: BB le Buff
Calling all the Sparkling Diamonds to the Moulin Rouge. Get ready to strut and sparkle in this modern showgirl routine. Clean lines, high kicks, Burlesque tease and you’ll be frosted with jewels. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 20th December.
8-week Term: $160
Casual Class: $25
Suitable for: All Levels of Experience, Burlesque reveals in this routine
Song: Sparkling Diamonds - Moulin Rouge Soundtrack
Perry Lane Studios – 10 Perry Lane, Spring Hill
THURSDAY – Enter through the alley next to the Church at 430 Ann Street (follow the signs)
Thursday 23rd October – 11th December
6:15–7:15pm
Herding Cats: The Musical – Teacher: Susie Liqueur
A camp, disco nod to Cats: The Musical… Create your own cat costume and character – do you have a delightful feline at home to inspire your look? Have you ever tried to organise a posse of pussies!? Well, it’s like herding cats! Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 20th December.
8-week Term: $160
Casual Class: $25
Suitable for: All Levels of Experience
Songs: A mix of cat themed songs including: “Disco Mix – Memory”
Thursday 23rd October – 11th December
7:15–8:15pm
Little Shop of Horrors: The Bad Guys – Teacher: Susie Liqueur
Why does it feel so Good to be so Bad!? Audrey || is the carnivorous plant, Steve Martin played the insatiable, sadistic dentist; immerse yourself in the costumes and characters from this classic slice of musical campery. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 20th December.
8-week Term: $160
Casual Class: $25
Suitable for: All Levels of Experience
Songs: A Medley including Da-Doo and Dentist
Thursday 23rd October – 11th December
8:15-9:15pm
Private Classes – Bookings Required
Utilise our mirrored studio space and get feedback on your acts. If you have a BBSOP Teacher request, please make note of that in your email. This will depend on their availability.
1-Hour / 1-Person: $100
Share the Hour (up to 3 students): $70 each
Suitable for: Soloists wanting studio rehearsal space & feedback from a BBSOP Teacher
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 $100, 2 HOURS $180 - any additional hours at $70 p/h.
Book 4+ hours (can be over multiple booking dates) pay only $75/hour.
****Enrolled in a Term 2 class? Book in with your teacher at these discounted rates: 1 HOUR $80, 2 HOURS $160. Book 4+ hours (can be over multiple booking dates) pay only $70/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.
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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! BB le Buff's School of Performance on Facebook: click here BBSOP Social Collective: Follow BB on Facebook: click here Insta: https://www.instagram.com/bblebuff/
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Ja'mie DisplaysJa’mie is a Brisbane/Meanjin born Dancer, Singer, Drag Queen and Choreographer. Ja’mie received his Diploma of Dance after training at Queensland Dance School of Excellence and his Certificate IV in Performing Arts after 12 months study at ED5 International in Sydney. Jamie then made the move overseas living in London, LA, Tokyo, Singapore and Beijing working alongside world class Choreographers and Directors. Jamie’s career highlights include-
Jamie is excited to share his expertise with other dancers and encourage them to unleash their true potential.
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Zelphia MannZelphia Mann (Mr Mann if you’re nasty) is a non-binary drag and burlesque performer in Meanjin QLD. They may look like an Eshay but this mulletted, muscled hottie has a sensitive and sensual side often infusing the art of tease and a high dose of camp in their performances. Having performed at Jungle Love Festival (2022), Birkenstock (2023) and Wynnun Fringe (2023); you can spot them sporting a jock strap for any occasion. It will never be boring when Mr Mann is around. Insta: https://www.instagram.com/zelphia_mann/
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Lord SevSev Faust (he/they) is a disabled trans queer multidisciplinary artist, performer, comedian, MC, producer and surrogate father figure of the Brisbane drag scene as Lord Sev. Sev is deeply committed to disability advocacy, visibility and improving accessibility in the arts and LGBTQIA+ community. He’s proud to champion body neutrality, fat liberation, trans excellence and disability representation through his art and advocacy. In drag he’s a solo powerhouse of hosting charisma, comedy and authenticity, as well as a dynamic and dramatic lip sync super villain. They are also a member of drag king super group M4M4M and the Kings of Kaos drag troupe. Sev is the 2024 QLD Kinkster title holder, and he is the current producer of the Brisbane Pride Adult tent, President of QLD Leather Pride, head judge of Altimate Showdown Magandjin 2025, accessibility champion for Brisbane Festival, a 4ZZZ radio host on Tranzmission and a member of the Melt Reference Group. Titles / awards: 2024 QLD Kinkster 2021 Trans Pride Brisbane Drag Royale Mr Congeniality
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Archie ArsenicIs that garlic bread and leather in the air? Or just the scent of danger? Either way, Archie Arsenic has arrived. The Draglesque Demon & Sideshow Shapeshifter with curves that slay and gender that won’t behave, Archie is here to leave you ignited, aroused - and maybe even a little hungry. Archie fuses burlesque’s seduction, drag’s audacity, and sideshow’s danger—performances that detonate like glitter bombs wrapped in barbed wire: subversive, unforgettable, and hot enough to melt steel. They’re not just an in demand fringe performer - they’re a fierce advocate for diversity and inclusion in the arts, flying their non-binary and bisexual flags proudly, and showing that disability is never a limitation to excellence. Whether winning QLD Queens Ball Performer of the Year 2024, being crowned Mr Sporties 2025 and most notably QLD Ms Leather 2025 amongst other accolades - Archie doesn’t just take the stage, they own it. Archie Arsenic is a fire starter, a heartbreaker and burns through boundaries while taking no prisoners.
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Atlas GreyAtlas Grey is known for their unwavering passion for dramatic lighting, feathers and all things that sparkle! With a foundation in classical ballet, they’ve elegantly transitioned away from the tutu (though not entirely) to pursue a path of allure and seduction. Referred to as “Champagne Bubbles of Joy,” this entertainer is well-acquainted with the art of popping corks. Insta: https://www.instagram.com/atlas.grey/
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Susie Liqueur
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Polly NeeshaPolly Neesha serves as our dedicated dance instructor specialising in Pacific Island traditions. Hailing from New Zealand, she is a native Maori with deep ancestral connections to Tahiti and Hawaii. Dance is woven into the fabric of her identity, practiced daily as a vital expression of her heritage. Growing up in a vibrant multicultural community of Polynesians, she embraced the opportunity to exchange and celebrate diverse cultural traditions.
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