Brisbane's Longest Running Burlesque & Variety School

2024 School of Performance dates:

TERM 2 - SHINE BRIGHT LIKE A DIAMOND

Monday 25th March – Thursday 16th May

CaBBaret - Saturday 18th May

TERM 3 - ROCK'N'ROLL

Monday 3rd June – Thursday 25th July

CaBBaret - Saturday 27th July

TERM 4 - SEVEN DEADLY SINS

Monday 12th August – Thursday 3rd October

CaBBaret - Saturday 5th October

TERM 5 - SUMMER LOVIN'

Monday 21st October – Thursday 12th December

CaBBaret - Saturday 14th 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 2, 2024 Class Timetable

Shine Bright Like a Diamond! Or another precious gemstone of your choice. All of our Term 2 classes are themed around some of our favourite gemstone colours which will be featured in our CaBBaret costuming. Pop it in your diaries now - CaBBaret - Saturday 18th May.

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 30th March, 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 2 DISCOUNTS:

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

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Pay your term fees in full by Saturday 16th March 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

*** NEW CLASS ANNOUNCED ***

Monday 25th March - 13th May

7:00-9:00pm

Stage Ready Rehearsals - No Assigned Teacher

Utilise our extra large studio space for your Self-run rehearsal time. We are in the midst of competition season and with so many shows on the horizon; we want to offer this 2 Hour timeslot to performers to utilise for their own rehearsals.

Casual Class: $30 per person

Need some guidance with a new routine? Book a BBSOP Teacher to workshop your next Signature Act

SAC Casual: $40

 

 

Studio1 - 190 Station Road, Yeerongpilly

TUESDAY

**Dancing Divas Double Feature**

Tuesday 26th March - 14th May

6:30-7:30pm

Turquoise Wonderland – Teacher: BB le Buff

Disco Divas! It’s time to get your fine selves to class and shake that groove thing! Taking our inspiration from the vivid turquoise colours of Paraíba Tourmaline gemstones which are among the world's most prized stones. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 18th May.

7-week Term: $140

*Please Note: No class on Tuesday 2nd April; for this venue only

Casual Class: $25 

Suitable for: All Levels of Experience

Song: Earth, Wind & Fire - Boogie Wonderland

 

Tuesday  26th March - 14th May

7:45-8:45pm

*** Fully Booked ***

Amethyst Commercial Jazz Dance – Teacher: Ja’mie Displays

Grab those sneakers; this routine is perfectly purple, with a focus on commercial jazz technique - just like you see in music videos! Ja’mie Displays is an internationally booked and blessed, choreographer, performer and drag queen. This is the class not to miss! 

7-week Term: $140

*Please Note: No class on Tuesday 2nd April; for this venue only

Suitable for: All Levels of Experience

 

Studio1 - 190 Station Road, Yeerongpilly

WEDNESDAY

Wednesday 27th March - 15th May

6:30-7:30pm

Black Onyx Fetish Chair Dance - Teacher: BB le Buff

Darkest black to bring out the darkest desires. This routine will incorporate chair dance tease, tricks and a Neo-Burlesque routine. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 18th May.

7-week Term: $140

*Please Note: No class on Wednesday 3rd April; for this venue only

Casual Class: $25

Suitable for: All Levels of Experience

Required: IKEA Brown/Black Stefan Chair with felt attached to the legs 

Song: Prototype (Rework) by Viktoria Modesta

 

Wednesday 27th March - 15th May

7:30-9:00pm

*** 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 18th May.

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.

7-week Term: $195

*Please Note: No class on Wednesday 3rd April; for this venue only

4-week workshop: $115

2-week workshop: $65

Casual Class: $35

 

 

Perry Lane Studios – 10 Perry Lane, Spring Hill

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

THURSDAY

*SPARKLING DIAMONDS DUO*

Thursday 28th March - 16th May

6:15–7:15pm

Diamonds Hoop Dance – Teacher: Shan Pagne

Dripping in glamour, this class is perfect for non-Hula Hoopers and experienced Hoopers alike. Using the hoop to create beautiful patterns, like a Busby Berkeley Showgirl and learn some hula hoop tricks along the way as well - no spinning on the waist though. This routine will be performed in high heels and the same showgirl costume as BB’s class; these routines will be performed together as one extravaganza so sign up for both classes with the discount. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 18th May.

8-week Term: $160

Sparkling Diamonds Duo - Both Classes: $200
Casual Class: $25 

Suitable for: All Levels of Experience

Song: Sam Smith - Diamonds

 

Thursday 28th March - 16th May

7:15–8:15pm

*** 4 Places Remain ***

Sparkling Diamonds Showgirls – Teacher: BB le Buff

Glam-more darlings! Get ready to strut and sparkle in this modern showgirl routine. Clean lines, high kicks, Burlesque tease and you’ll be frosted with jewels. This routine will be performed in the same showgirl costume as Shan Pagne’s class; these routines will be performed together as one extravaganza so sign up for both classes with the discount. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 18th May.

8-week Term: $160

Sparkling Diamonds Duo - Both Classes: $200
Casual Class: $25 

Suitable for: Dancers with previous Burlesque experience

Song: Sparkling Diamonds - Moulin Rouge Soundtrack

 

Thursday 28th March - 16th May

8:15-9:15pm

Rose Quartz Neo-Burlesque – Teacher: Roslyn Rouge

Rose quartz is the crystal associated with love manifestation, a Neo-Burlesque routine inspired by commercial heels choreography, this group routine is about manifesting love into the universe in the modern age: to get what you Really Want. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 18th May.

8-week Term: $160
Casual Class: $25 

Suitable for: Intermediate Burlesque 

Song: Lil Nas X - THATS WHAT I WANT

 

 

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! 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/

Ja'mie Displays Ja’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- Choreographer/Assistant Show Director at Universal Studios Beijing (Park Grand Opening) Performing “West Side Story Tribute” inside Buckingham Palace for Queen Elizabeth II and The Royal Family. Chosen to be the Opening Cast for 6 Production Shows with Princess Cruises. New York City Press Launch of Stephen Schwartz’s “Born To Dance”  Jamie is excited to share his expertise with other dancers and encourage them to unleash their true potential.

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. Insta: https://www.instagram.com/msroslynrouge/

Zelphia Mann Zelphia 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/

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! Insta: https://www.instagram.com/jennarennarara/

Mara Maraschino  The Co-Producer of Altimate Showdown, Mara Maraschino is bitter and sweet, kitsch and glamorous just like her namesake: the Maraschino cherry, which is the crowning glory of many of her favorite cocktails. Disreputable and expensive, behind a stole for its glamour not modesty, this time-travellin’ dame is a cherry for the picking! Mara has been bewitched by the glamour of the golden age ever since she was a little girl watching the Technicolor classics, in all their satin, silk, tulle, fishnet, feathered, powdered, lipsticked glory! A lifetime of worshiping at the altar of glamour has left its mark – you could say she’s tainted. Mara doesn’t mind being glamorously dirty. ‘Yesteryear’ is a deliciously dirty word for her and ‘nostalgia’ gets her all worked up. Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mara.maraschino.burlesque/

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.  Insta: https://www.instagram.com/gogobumhole/

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. Insta: https://www.instagram.com/atlas.grey/

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. Insta:  https://www.instagram.com/susie.liqueur/

La Nicolasa Nicolasa: https://www.instagram.com/dancexnicolasa/  Flamenco & Me: https://www.instagram.com/flamencoandme/

Shan Pagne Shan Pagne started hooping over a decade ago just to try something new, have fun and meet new people and very quickly became obsessed. Since starting hooping, Shan has studied and performed with the incomparable BB le Buff, not only at regular CaBBeret's, but also a number of charity and paid performances. She has taken masterclasses with visiting artists to hone her craft and has also choreographed and performed several solo routines. She loves a good performance and a better costume and cannot wait to pass this hooping and performance passion on! Insta: https://www.instagram.com/shan_pagne_hoops/

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! Insta: https://www.instagram.com/shieldvicky/