School of Performance
Brisbane's Longest Running Burlesque & Variety School
2019 School of Performance dates:
TERM 1 - Monday 14th January - Thursday 7th March
CaBBaret Saturday 9th March - 50th CaBBaret show - Magical Disney
TERM 2 - Monday 25th March - Thursday 16th May
CaBBaret Saturday 18th May
TERM 3 - Monday 3rd June - Thursday 25th July
CaBBaret Saturday 27th July
TERM 4 - Monday 19th August - Thursday 10th October
CaBBaret Saturday 12th October
TERM 5 - Monday 21st October - Thursday 12th December
CaBBaret Saturday 14th December
Term 1 Class Timetable
In Term 1 we will be working towards our 50th CaBBaret show; and the best way to celebrate is with a term of Disney themed classes! Are you ready for your fairy-tale fantasy?
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. Work towards an optional graduation performance at BB's show CaBBaret on Saturday 9th March, 2019.
Check out the schedule of classes below and enrol 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 19th January, 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 1 DISCOUNTS:
**you must quote the discount code when enrolling to be eligible**
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: Pay your term fees in full by Saturday 12th January 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**
PRINCESS: Book into a full term 8-week course and receive a 50% discount from the total fee. This includes Frozen Burlesque, Alice in Wonderland - Flamingo Parasols, Alice in Wonderland - QOH Cards Dance. Not eligible for Signature Act Creation. One 50% discount per student. **Only 2 Half Price Offers Available per class**
FAIRYTALE: Book into a full term 8-week course and receive a 50% discount from the total fee. This includes Pegasus Fan Dance and Mary Poppins – Carousel Horses and Mary Poppins – Penguin Tappers. Not eligible for Signature Act Creation. One 50% discount per student. ** Only 2 Half Price Offers Available per class**
MOUSE: Book into a full term 8-week course and receive a 50% discount from the total fee. This includes Hula Hoop Tricks, Broadway Burlesque and Interstellar GoGo. 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 14th January – 4th March
6:00-7:30pm
Specialty Tricks for Hula Hoop – Teacher: BB le Buff
Each week we’ll be playing with exciting ALL NEW tricks to add to your repertoire, catered for all levels of experience. Optional performance opportunity at our 50th CaBBaret on Saturday 9th March with a fun Mickey Mouse themed routine.
Week 1 – 1-Hoop Wonder
Week 2 – Twins – the perfect pair
Week 3 – What a tosser! Throws, Passes and Catches
Week 4 – Circus Skills – on-body spinning, rolling, partner work & more
Week 5 – A mean Feet – Foot hooping and fun floor transitions
Week 6 – 1,2,3,4,More! – Multiple hoop tricks
Week 7 – Trick Recap & CaBBaret Routine
Week 8 – CaBBaret Dress Rehearsal
8-week Term: $180
Casual Class: $25
Suitable for: All Levels of Experience
Monday 14th January – 4th March
7:30-8:30pm
Frozen Burlesque – Teacher: BB le Buff
Blondes really do have more fun! Inspired by Princess Elsa, this class will be a wig-a-palooza starting with a lyrical styled dance to Madonna’s Frozen and finishing with a surprising hair flicking, fun, floor-work routine – are you ready to whip your hair back and forth? Optional performance opportunity at our 50th CaBBaret on Saturday 9th March.
8-week Term: $150
Casual Class: $20
Suitable for: All Levels of Experience
Brisbane Latvian Hall – 10 Bank Lane, Woolloongabba
TUESDAY
Tuesday 15th January – 5th March
6:00-7:00pm
Flamingo Parasol Burlesque – Teacher: BB le Buff
Alice is in Wonderland playing croquet with the queen….but they don’t have mallets they’re using flamingos! This is the inspiration for our burlesque class, using super cute flamingo handle umbrellas for our classic parasol burlesque routine. Optional performance opportunity at our 50th CaBBaret on Saturday 9th March.
8-week Term: $150
Casual Class: $20
Suitable for: All Levels of Experience
Tuesday 15th January – 5th March
7:00-8:00pm
Pegasus Fan Dance – Teacher: BB le Buff
Spread your wings and take flight! Pegasus is the flying horse that was gifted to Hercules by his father Zeus; made out of clouds and magic, you will fly across the stage in a flash of feathers. Learn classic fan dance technique. Optional performance opportunity at our 50th CaBBaret on Saturday 9th March. Please bring your own feather fans to class.
8-week Term: $150
Casual Class: $20
Suitable for: All Levels of Experience
Tuesday 15th January – 5th March
8:00-9:00pm
Broadway Jazz – Teacher: BB le Buff
We’ve found Nemo! This chorus line of sparkling dancers moves together as one, just like a school of fish! Classic Broadway Jazz dance technique, high kicks, sparkling gold costumes… and the most adorable Nemo costume additions that we can’t wait to show you! Optional performance opportunity at our 50th CaBBaret on Saturday 9th March.
8-week Term: $150
Casual Class: $20
Suitable for: Performers with previous dance or burlesque experience
WEDNESDAY
Wednesday 16th January – 6th March
6:00 - 7:00pm
Alice in Wonderland - Card Dance – Teacher: Susie Liqueur
The loyal servants of the Queen of Hearts, this deck of cards is stacked with skills and they love to dance and march in time. Incorporating jazz dance, cabaret and costuming skills. Optional performance opportunity at our 50th CaBBaret on Saturday 9th March.
8-week Term: $150
Casual Class: $20
Suitable for: All Levels
Wednesday 16th January – 6th March
7:00 - 8:00pm
Mary Poppins – Penguin Tap Dance – Teacher: Susie Liqueur
These penguins have on their best suits and are ready to show off their tap dance skills. This is a great excuse to go and watch the original Mary Poppins movie and this classic scene starring Dick van Dyke. Optional performance opportunity at our 50th CaBBaret on Saturday 9th March.
8-week Term: $150
Casual Class: $20
Suitable for: All Levels
Wednesday 16th January – 6th March
8:00-9:30pm
Signature Act Creation – Teacher: BB le Buff
This class is aimed at aspiring performers as well as experienced performers, 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 our 50th CaBBaret on Saturday 9th March.
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
Mount Gravatt Showgrounds - Memorial Hall - 1644 Logan Road
Thursday 17th January – 7th March
6:00-7:00pm
Interstellar GoGo – Teacher: BB le Buff
Whether you’re a Star Wars fan, GoGo dancer or love Cosplay and costumes, everyone will have fun in this class! Inspired by the Twi’lek slave girl dance from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, you will re-create the costume from the movie, learn make-up skills for our on-stage performance look as well as dance and GoGo skills. This class will be action-packed and out of this world! Optional performance opportunity at our 50th CaBBaret on Saturday 9th March.
8-week Term: $150
Casual Class: $20
Suitable for: All Levels
Thursday 17th January – 7th March
7:00-8:00pm
Mary Poppins – Carousel Horse Burlesque – Teacher: BB le Buff
Tally-Ho! Grab your top hat, tails and riding crop, you’ll need a trusty steed (hobby horse) to carry you through this routine. Inspired by the hilarious trend of competitive hobby horse riding and the stately glamour of dressage. Our routine will combine this with a saucy, horsey burlesque routine using modern floor work and bump’n’grind skills. Optional performance opportunity at our 50th CaBBaret on Saturday 9th March.
8-week Term: $150
Casual Class: $20
Suitable for: All Levels
Thursday 17th January – 7th March
8:00-9:30pm
The Oh BeeHives - Troupe Rehearsals:
Bumblebees – Swinging 60s GoGo – Tap Dance – The Art of Seduction – Hoop Honeys – Gatsby Flappers - Prop and Costume Creation for our roving performance characters. Troupe members will be contacted directly with the rehearsal schedule. Do you want to be a part of the troupe? Email the school to register your interest – bblebuffsop@gmail.com
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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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.
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