School of Performance
Brisbane's Longest Running Burlesque School
2018 School of Performance dates:
TERM 3 - Monday 4th June - Thursday 26th July ~ CaBBaret Saturday 28th July
TERM 4 - Monday 13th August - Thursday 4th October ~ CaBBaret Saturday 6th October
TERM 5 - Monday 22nd October - Thursday 13th December ~ CaBBaret Saturday 15th December
Term 3 Class Timetable
In Term 3, BBSOP is bringing your Screen favourites to the Stage. Classes are inspired by a selection of our favourite Movies, TV Shows and Music Videos.
BB and her staff of fabulous teachers bring to you the seductive art of burlesque, hula hoop 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. Work towards an optional graduation performance at BB's show CaBBaret on Saturday 28th July.
Check out the schedule of classes below and book in by emailing the school –bblebuffsop@gmail.com
Once you enrol by email you will be sent payment information. Payment for full term classes must be received no later than Saturday 9th June, if you cannot finalise payment by this date it is recommended that you sign up for casual attendance. All casual classes must be paid for in cash in class.
All Burlesque & Fire classes are 18+ and open to women and men alike.
TERM 3 DISCOUNTS:
**you must quote the discount code when enrolling to be eligible**
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: Pay your term fees in full by Saturday 2nd June to receive an automatic 5% discount. Not eligible for classes with a 50% discount already applied.
MULTIPLE CLASS DISCOUNT: Book into more than one full term class & receive 15% discount from your total Term Fees, only available when no other discounts apply.
ONE-NIGHT STAND: Book into all 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**
MOVIES: Book into a full term 8-week course and receive a 50% discount from the total fee. This includes Chicago, Austin Powers, LED Hula Hoop, From Dusk Till Dawn. Not eligible for Signature Act Creation. One 50% discount per student. **Only 2 Half Price Offers Available per class**
MUSIC: Book into a full term 8-week course and receive a 50% discount from the total fee. This includes Chemical Brothers and Pussycat Dolls. Not eligible for Signature Act Creation. One 50% discount per student. ** Only 2 Half Price Offers Available per class**
TV SHOWS: Book into a full term 8-week course and receive a 50% discount from the total fee. This includes Toxic Burlesque and You Better Werrrk. Not eligible for Signature Act Creation. One 50% discount per student. ** Only 2 Half Price Offers Available per class**
**3 CLASS VENUES – PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF WHERE YOUR CLASSES ARE BEING HELD**
Metro Community Hub – 22 Qualtrough Street, Woolloongabba
Monday 4th June – 23rd July
6:00-7:30pm **FULLY BOOKED**
Chicago – Teachers: Ash McPash & BB le Buff
This is a Chicago Double-Act just like Velma and Roxie!
6:00-6:45pm – Cell Block Tango – Sultry, seductive and sassy! Ash McPash brings you a sharp and sensual rendition of the cell block tango. Apply dance fundamentals and technique with characterisation and we have the makings of a routine and class not to be missed! We will work on flexibility and tight formations. So make like Roxie and sign up today! Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret on Saturday 28th July.
6:45-7:30pm – All That Jazz – Ash and BB are teaming up to bring you a Tap Dance extravaganza to ‘All That Jazz’. Fusing Bob Fosse’s infamous dance styling and classic tap dance technique. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret on Saturday 28th July.
8-week Term for ONE class only: $90
8-week Term for BOTH classes: $180
Casual Class: $15 for ONE Class or $25 for BOTH
Suitable for: Students with some dance experience
Monday 4th June – 23rd July
7:30-8:30pm
Austin Powers – Teacher: BB le Buff **FULLY BOOKED**
Yeah Baby! This is an Austin Powers Double Feature
Weeks 1-3 and 7-8 – Swinging 60s GoGo Dancers
We’re going to be re-creating the street dance scene from the Austin Powers movie. So slip into your swinging Mod threads; these Flower children will be spreading the word on Love, Peace and the Swinging 60s! Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret on Saturday 28th July.
Weeks 4-8 – Fembots Burlesque-A-GoGo
You can’t resist them! These Fembots will be captivate, hypnotise and bring anyone to their knees through their powers of seduction. Fusing 60s GoGo and Burlesque these Fembots will slink, swivel and shimmy to make your loins, lust and long for them. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret on Saturday 28th July.
5-week Term for ONE class only: $80
8-week Term for BOTH classes: $150
Casual Class: $20
Suitable for: All Levels
Monday 4th June – 23rd July
8:30-9:30pm
LED Hula Hoop – Teacher: BB le Buff
Busby Berkeley devised elaborate musical production numbers that often involved complex geometric patterns. Berkeley's works used large numbers of showgirls and props as fantasy elements in kaleidoscopic on-screen performances. Including Neon Hoops in 1943 for the Technicolor Musical, "The Gang's All Here". Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret on Saturday 28th July.
8-week Term: $150
Casual Class: $20
Suitable for: All Levels
Brisbane Latvian Hall – 10 Bank Lane, Woolloongabba
TUESDAY
Tuesday 5th June – 24th July
6:00-7:00pm
Toxic Burlesque – Teacher: BB le Buff
Are you a fan of Breaking Bad? Who knows what’s hiding underneath your Hazmat suit… We’ll be turning your protective gear into a sexy burlesque routine, to the catchy Britney Spears song "Toxic". Optional class performance at CaBBaret on Saturday 28th July.
8-week Term: $150
Casual Class: $20
Suitable for: Previous Burlesque performance experience a requirement
Tuesday 5th June – 24th July
7:00-8:00pm
You Better Werrrk – Teacher: BB le Buff
Do you have Charisma, Uniqueness, Nerve and Talent? Are you obsessed with Drag Queens and their fabulous culture? This will be a high energy and character filled routine with influences from many dance styles including Vogueing, Jazz, Broadway and Burlesque and a strong emphasis on costuming and make-up styling. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret on Saturday 28th July.
8-week Term: $150
Casual Class: $20
Suitable for: All Levels
Tuesday 5th June – 24th July
8:00-9:30pm
Signature Act Creation – Teacher: BB le Buff
This class is aimed at aspiring performers and 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 28th July.
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.
8-week Term: $270
4-week workshop: $135
2-week workshop: $65
Casual Class: $35
WEDNESDAY
Wednesday 6th June – 25th July
6:00 - 7:00pm
The Chemical Brothers: Go – Teacher: BB le Buff
Known for their incredible music video productions, The Chemical Brothers are an iconic multi-media, electronic music powerhouse. In this fun dance class, we’ll be creating our costumes, and working with the prop from the music video to create a synchronised, visual feast. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret on Saturday 28th July.
8-week Term: $150
Casual Class: $20
Suitable for: All Levels
Wednesday 6th June – 25th July
7:00 - 8:00pm
The Pussycat Dolls: Buttons – Teacher: De La Vinx
Let’s get down and dirty like the Pussycat Dolls and loosen up our buttons, inspired by high energy, commercial film clip choreography. Let’s strut our stuff and show them what we got with a hair flicking, sassy, sexy floor routine. You will need to bring along heels and knee pads to every class. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret on Saturday 28th July.
8-week Term: $150
Casual Class: $20
Suitable for: Previous Dance and Burlesque performance experience a requirement
Wednesday 6th June – 25th July
8:00-9:00pm
From Dusk till Dawn – Teacher: BB le Buff
This seductive snake dance is sure to set some hearts on fire! Slither into this sexy routine, we will be using snake props, making stylised Showgirl headdresses and incorporating slinky belly dance inspired moves, hair flicks and some floor work. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret on Saturday 28th July.
8-week Term: $150
Casual Class: $20
Suitable for: All Levels
Mount Gravatt Showgrounds – Memorial Hall - 1644 Logan Road, Mount Gravatt
THURSDAY - BBSOP TROUPE CLASSES
Thursday 7th June – Auditions Week
Come along and show your interest in our Brand New BBSOP Troupe Classes. We will be working on speciality group routines for the CaBBaret stage, other shows, festivals and something extra-special to be announced at the auditions.
6:00-6:30pm – BBSOP Bumblebees – Any level of performer considered, must have an attitude and be comfortable with Burlesque choreography. Focus on character, costuming, street style and twerking our abdomens.
6:30-7:00pm – Swinging 60s – All levels considered, previous GoGo dance experience is a plus!
7:00-7:30pm – Hoop Honeys - Intermediate performance level a requirement – Please bring your own hoops to play with
7:30-8:00pm – Tap Dance – Intermediate performance level a requirement – Please bring your tap shoes
8:00-8:30pm – Burlesque – Both Classic and Neo styles will be auditioned, if you have speciality props please bring those along with you.
Remaining troupe classes will run Thursday 14th June-19th July
PRIVATE CLASSES
Book your Private Class for Signature Act Creation with the 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 1 class? Book in with your teacher at these discounted rates: 1 HOUR $50, 2 HOURS $95 - any additional hours at $25 p/h. Book 4+ hours (can be over multiple booking dates) pay only $45/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: B E Bannerman
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. Join BB le Buff's School of Performance on Facebook: click here Follow BB on Facebook: click here
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Ash McPashBorn in the wrong era, Ash McPash has danced for 17 years and is back at it with as much passion as she had trying on her first pair of ballet shoes. This twinkle-toed performer has developed her technique over the years by tackling dance styles such as Jazz, Tap, 1960's GoGo, 1920's Charleston, Contemporary and her all-time favourite - Musical Theatre! She has competed in Brisbane Eisteddfods and continues to develop her personal style by taking on different dance classes and workshops where possible. |
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De La VinxDeLa started her dance training at an early age in jazz, tap, hip hop and contemporary styles. She excelled as a student and went on to teach for her dance school. After making it through to the solo audition round of So You Think You Can Dance she turned her keen dance eye to Burlesque, Circus aerials and Pole Dance. She has a passion for combining commercial hip hop and jazz styles with Burlesque tease.
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