School of Performance
Brisbane's Longest Running Burlesque & Variety School
2025 School of Performance Dates:
BBSOP 16th Birthday & Our 80th CaBBaret!
TERM 4 - Rock’n’Roll
Monday 11th August - Thursday 2nd October
CaBBaret Saturday 4th October
TERM 5 - CaBBaret Follies
Monday 20th October - Thursday 11th December
CaBBaret Saturday 20th 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 4, 2025 Class Timetable
Are you ready to Rock!? Grab your crew, a battle jacket and your toughest boots – this may get a little wild! We’re going to slay at CaBBaret on Saturday 4th October.
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 16th August, 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 4 DISCOUNTS:
**you must quote the discount code when enrolling to be eligible**
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Pay your term fees in full by Saturday 2nd 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.
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 11th August – 29th September
7:00-8:00pm
Sultry Burlesque - Teacher: Ja’mie Displays
Ja’mie is getting sultry and slinky this term, combining the technique of Heels, Commercial Jazz and Sultry Burlesque. Tease it slow and drop it low! Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 4th October.
8-week Term: $160
Casual Class: $25
Suitable for: All Levels of Experience
Monday 11th August – 29th September
8:00-9:00pm
Wayne’s World – Teacher: Zelphia Mann
Party time excellent! Breaking out of the basement and onto the stage Zelphia Mann will be teaching the ins and out of rocking and rollin' in this camp, high energy, routine. Get those mullets out, your favourite band tee and thick rimmed frames and rock out with your cock out! SCHWING! Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 4th October.
8-week Term: $160
Casual Class: $25
Suitable for: All Levels of Experience
Song: Ballroom blitz - Tia Carrere
Studio1 - 190 Station Road, Yeerongpilly
TUESDAY
Tuesday 12th August – 30th September
6:30-7:30pm
Tap’n’Tease – Teacher: BB le Buff
Paying tribute to the great Black Sabbath who just celebrated with their epic last concert in Birmingham – back where it all started! We’ll be mixing classic tap dance technique with some burlesque reveals and tassel twirls. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 4th October.
8-week Term: $160
Casual Class: $25
Suitable for: All Levels of Experience
Song: Paranoid – Black Sabbath
Tuesday 12th August – 30th September
7:30-8:30pm
Rock’n’Roll Bump’n’Grind – Teacher: BB le Buff
Get down and dirty with this classic, burlesque bump’n’grind routine with a sexy rock’n’roll twist. Hair flicking, fringe flying, power slidin’, bad ass, strip teasin’ babes. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 4th October.
Suitable for: Previous Burlesque or Dance Experience
Song: Sunshine of your love - Cream
8-week Term: $160
Casual Class: $25
Suitable for: Previous Burlesque experience, high energy dance moves
WEDNESDAY
Wednesday 13th August – 1st October
7:50-9:20pm
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 4th 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: $220
4-week workshop: $115
2-week workshop: $65
Casual Class: $35
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 14th August – 2nd October
6:15–7:15pm
Tahitian Hula Dance – Teacher: Polly Neesha
The Tahitian hula dance, infused with the energy of rock music, transforms traditional expression into a vibrant spectacle. Through dynamic hips and expressive hand gestures, dancers convey the essence of the song, creating a captivating fusion of rhythm and movement that resonates with both the spirit of the islands and the pulse of contemporary sound. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 4th October.
8-week Term: $160
Casual Class: $25
Suitable for: All Levels of Experience
Song: The Beautiful People – Marilyn Manson
Thursday 14th August – 2nd October
7:15–8:15pm
Create Your Own Rock Band! – Teacher: Susie Liqueur
This is our School of Rock! You’ll create an epic party rock band in class, choose your own rock persona, BYO “air” instrument to every class, you’ll create your band name, logo and promo. A shortlist of sick tracks to choose from will be provided by Susie in Week 1 and the band will pick the song! Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 4th October.
8-week Term: $160
Casual Class: $25
Suitable for: All Levels of Experience
Thursday 14th August – 2nd October
8:15-9:15pm
Black Hole Feather Fan Dance – Teacher: BB le Buff
Level up your existing feather fan dance skills in this sultry, dark burlesque tease. With a strong focus on creating avant garde costumes and makeup looks. *Class is limited to 7 students* Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 4th October.
Hiring Fans: Need to hire a set of fans? $80 for a full term of hire ($10 for each week of use; including use at the CaBBaret performance).
8-week Term: $160
Casual Class: $25
Suitable for: Intermediate Feather Fan / Off-Body Prop Skills, Intermediate Dance Experience
Song: Black Hole Sun - Soundgarden
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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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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