Press Release

SECRETS OF THE BOUDOIR BURLESQUE 

Supernova 

Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque will return with their premium event ‘Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque Supernova’ this Summer. 

 Taking place in Sheffield's oldest live music venue, The Leadmill, on Saturday the 12th July 2014. Founded in 1980, The Leadmill has hosted some of the biggest live acts in the world and 'Supernova' will be no exception as it hosts the best in British burlesque talent on the circuit today. 

 Regarded as Sheffield’s most fun, friendly and affordable burlesque show, Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque remains true to Burlesque’s 19th century roots and showcases a style of performance art which incorporates a blend of satire, striptease and broad comedy into a uniquely entertaining Variety Show. Performers and audience members alike, return time after time to enjoy the nostalgic and glamorous atmosphere created by the event, which is reminiscent of old Music Hall and Speakeasy days gone by. 

 ‘Supernova’ aims to raise the bar even higher by showcasing award-winning burlesque acts from all across the country in Sheffield’s oldest live music venue on a glamorous Saturday evening. There will be burlesque, boylesque, dance, vaudeville, fire, comedy, magic, pole dance, cabaret, circus and striptease acts throughout the event. 

 Our headlining act of the evening is the epitome of vintage glamour, Eliza DeLite. Eliza has sky-rocketed since she first hit the stage in 2008. In 2012 she was crowned ‘Best British Female’ at the World Burlesque Games and has since gone on to perform internationally, including at high profile shows in Las Vegas, Milan, Stockholm, Rome, Switzerland, Istanbul and Berlin. She has established herself as one of the most in-demand performers on the UK circuit, headlining respectable shows across the country and overseas! Her classic Hollywood looks combined with stunning costumes and breathtaking choreography mean that Eliza is a firm favourite with lovers of classic and neo burlesque alike. This July, Eliza will perform the award-winning act which saw her crowned as ‘Best British Female’, as well as one other which has not yet been seen by South Yorkshire audiences. 

 Joining Eliza will be Al Rudge, and he is one of the most original and bizarre acts to invade the magic and variety scene. His fast paced, razor wit and whirlwind approach to comedy magic has made him a hit. Al has played clubs, burlesque balls, parties, the streets and private functions from London to New York and never fails to leave the audience amazed and laughing. Whether it is, stand up, television or corporate, Al never fails to keep the audience laughing and applauding all the way. Al has opened for the likes of: Alan Carr, Lenny Henry, Jo Brand, Slade, Frost, Rolf Harris, Archie Kelly, John Hegley, Garry Delaney and many more familiar names of television and music. 

 Next on the bill is the spell-binding Satine Di Monte and her dance partner, Animus. Satine is a unique Burlesque Performer. Known for her tantalizing and dazzling acts and she has been performing since July 09. 2010 saw Satine in the ‘UK’s Top 7 Best New Burlesque performers’ in both ‘Delicious’, ‘Ministry of Burlesque’ and ‘Madame JoJo’s’ competitons, and she was also in SKY 1′s ‘Got to Dance’ as well as ‘Britain’s Got Talent’. 

 Secrets’ resident Showgirl, Raven Noir, will also join the bill. Raven is a Graduate of the Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque Course and a you could say she is a star pupil, after taking to the stage in 2012 she quickly became a well known and popular performer on the burlesque circuit and has since become an international performer when she undertook a 44 show engagement in Australia earlier this year. She can now boast performances in Italy and Paris, as well as an appearance on National television. See her debut a much anticipated BRAND NEW bed of nails act at Supernova this July... 

 No Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque event would be complete without a performance from its Founder and creator, Deadly Nightshade, an established Performer, Promoter, Pin up Model and Burlesque Tutor. Deadly has appeared on stages up and down the country for the past six years. Star of many Burlesque documentaries and publications, Deadly has featured in ‘Burlesque Bible’ as a recommended Burlesque Tutor, and she has also appeared on the TV with the BBC and Channel 4. 

 Our Boylesque this Summer is provided by none other than Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque regular and Personal Trainer, Sir Midnight Blues. Sir Midnight Blues shows us how boylesque and burlesque should be done. With his mix of strip tease and pole dance and a body to die for, he is a unique King of boylesque and he will be taking his pole dance INTO the audience this July as the stage just simply will not suffice for such an amazing act! 

 To complete the bill we have performances from Penny Feathers, a burlesque and cabaret dancer with over 5 years experience on the burlesque scene. Penny’s acts vary from comedy to cute cheesecake and she brings her bubbly and cheeky personality to Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque this July with her dynamic and energetic performances. 

 Our Compere for the evening will be winner of ‘Burlesque Idol’ 2012, Violet Blaze. A dynamic performer from Brighton, England, Violet brings life to the stage in a flash! With wit and charisma, Violet will surely humour you at Supernova this July where she will make her Compering debut! Having made her USA debut at the Pennsylvania Burlesque Festival and with shows booked in Barcelona and Paris, Violet is officially Blazing WorldWide! 

Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque are certainly raising the bar this Summer, so why not delve into decadence, embrace the chance to dress up strikingly and glamorously, and come and experience a fabulous show? 

 You can also browse some unique stalls selling the very best in vintage attire and dreamy cupcakes whilst you are at it. 

 We can GUARANTEE that you will not be able to find a burlesque show of this calibre anywhere cheaper in Sheffield with tickets at just £13.50 for a table seat and £11.50 for a Theatre seat. Tickets ensure you FREE entry into The Leadmill once the show has finished. 

PERFORMANCE DETAILS 

Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque Supernova The Leadmill, 6 Leadmill Road, Sheffield, S1 4SE. 

Saturday 12th July 2014. 7.00pm – 11.00pm. 

Admission £11.50 Theatre Seating, £13.50 Cabaret Seating. 

How to Book: Book online at www.secretsoftheboudoirburlesque.com. 

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 Notes to Editors 

Critical acclaim for Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque 

"Fun, flirty and fabulous, you'd be crazy not to find it entertaining." - The Modern Girls Guide. 

A Little About Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque 

 Founded in March 2008 Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque has grown from a small show in a 100 capacity pub to the spectacle that it is today. We are proud to be the most affordable burlesque event in Sheffield and we boast some of the most unique and talented performers in the area. Our success has meant that we have been fortunate enough to launch a Burlesque School and provide a Burlesque Course so that we can help to create the burlesque stars of the future. 

Further Information 

www.secretsoftheboudoirburlesque.com 

www.secretsoftheboudoirburlesque.blogspot.com 

www.youtube.com/user/nightshadeburlesque 

www.facebook.com/secretsoftheboudoirburlesque 

www.facebook.com/deadlynightshadebelladonna.sotbb 

We are now sponsored by Vivien of Holloway – www.vivienofholloway.com 

What the Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque’s audience have to say: 

"A fantastic night, great performances by everyone and a brilliant atmosphere." 

"Outstanding! I cannot fault the evening. Of all the burlesque events I attend; this is one of my all time favourites..." 

"A most splendid evening! I look forward to more in the future!" 

"Absolutely fabulous!! I enjoyed every minute! The entertainment was spot on - band and dancers..." 

"I came here for my friends hen do hoping for a daring night of fun - I was not disappointed" 

For a list of all upcoming events, please contact Deadly Nightshade at deadlynightshade@secretsoftheboudoirburlesque.com.

Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque Supernova

Burlesque, Boylesque, Fire, Vaudeville, Magic, Pole Dance, Striptease, Comedy, Cabaret and Dance!

Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque returns to The Leadmill this July with our premium sell-out Burlesque and Variety Show, ‘Supernova’.

We have V.I.P tables, cabaret tables and theatre style seating for that little extra touch of luxury, guaranteeing everyone in the audience a seat. In addition, anyone who purchases a ticket to the show will gain FREE ENTRY into The Leadmill club night after our Supernova event finishes.

 Our premium show takes place on Saturday the 12th July and has a stellar line-up full of the brightest stars in the Burlesque sky.

STARRING: 

ELIZA DELITE

Eliza DeLite has sky-rocketed since she first hit the stage in 2008. In 2012 she was crowned ‘Best British Female’ at the World Burlesque Games and has since gone on to perform internationally, including at high profile shows in Las Vegas, Milan, Stockholm, Rome, Switzerland, Istanbul and Berlin. She has established herself as one of the most in-demand performers on the UK circuit, headlining respectable shows across the country and overseas! Her classic Hollywood looks combined with stunning costumes and breathtaking choreography mean that Eliza is a firm favourite with lovers of classic and neo burlesque alike.

AL RUDGE

Al Rudge is one of the most original and bizarre acts to invade the magic and variety scene. His fast paced, razor wit and whirlwind approach to comedy magic has made him a hit. Al has played clubs, burlesque balls, parties, the streets and private functions from London to New York and never fails to leave the audience amazed and laughing. Whether it is, stand up, television or corporate, Al never fails to keep the audience laughing and applauding all the way. Al has opened for the likes of: Alan Carr, Lenny Henry, Jo Brand, Slade, Frost, Rolf Harris, Archie Kelly, John Hegley, Garry Delaney and many more familiar names of television and music.

SATINE DI MONTE 

(&Special Guest ANIMUS)

Satine Di Monte is a unique Burlesque Performer. Known for her tantalizing and dazzling acts with amazing costumes and choreography, Satine will certainly whisk you away into the wonderful world of Burlesque. Satine Di Monte has been performing since July 09 at various Burlesque revues shows, dance weekenders and private parties. 2010 saw Satine in the ‘UK’s Top 7 Best New Burlesque performers’ in both Delicious, Ministry of Burlesque and Madame JoJo’s competitons, and she was also in SKY 1′s ‘Got to Dance’ as well as ‘Britain’s Got Talent’!

RAVEN NOIR 

Raven Noir is a deliciously dark showgirl with a hint of gothic elegance, once described as the embodiment of old New Orleans. After taking to the stage in 2012 she quickly became a well known and popular performer on the burlesque circuit finally becoming international in 2014 when she undertook a 44 show engagement in Australia before becoming a hit in Paris. Raven prides herself on top class visually stunning costumes working closely with some of the best costumiers in the business. After appearing on National television, as well as winning numerous awards Raven Noir continues to wow audiences both nationally and internationally.

SIR MIDNIGHT BLUES 

A Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque regular, Personal Trainer, Sir Midnight Blues brings something a little bit different to the burlesque and variety scenes. Sir Midnight Blues shows us how boylesque and burlesque should be done. With his mix of strip tease and pole dance and a body to die for, he is a unique King of boylesque.

DEADLY NIGHTSHADE

Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque’s very own Founder and Performer, Deadly Nightshade, took to the stage in 2007. An established Performer, Promoter, Pin up Model and Burlesque Tutor, Deadly has appeared on stages up and down the country for the past six years. Star of many Burlesque documentaries and publications, Deadly has featured in ‘Burlesque Bible’ as a recommended Burlesque Tutor, and she has also appeared on the TV with the BBC and Channel 4.

PENNY FEATHERS

Penny Feathers is burlesque and cabaret dancer with over 5 years experience on the burlesque scene. Penny’s acts vary from comedy to cute cheesecake and she brings her bubbly and cheeky personality onto the stage with her dynamic and energetic performances. Compered by:

VIOLET BLAZE

WINNER OF BURLESQUE IDOL UK 2012
WINNER OF TEA TIME TASSEL OFF – WELSH BURLESQUE FESTIVAL
1st RUNNER UP AT THE BIG REVEAL – PENNSYLVANIA BURLESQUE FESTIVAL
1st RUNNER UP – BEST BRITISH NEWCOMER- WORLD BURLESQUE GAMES

Our Compere for the evening, Violet Blaze, is a dynamic performer from Brighton, England, who brings life to the stage in a flash! With wit and charisma, Violet will surely humour you at Supernova this July! Inspired by artists such as Perle Noire, Violet brings Sass to the Stage! Having made her USA debut at the Pennsylvania Burlesque Festival and with shows booked in Barcelona and Paris, Violet is officially Blazing WorldWide!

 Sheffield’s most fun, friendly and affordable Burlesque Show! 

Supernova: Our Premium Event. Saturday the 12th July 2014 in The Leadmill, Sheffield. 7pm – 11pm. 

 Our venue is for over 18′s only and is wheelchair accessible. 

Admission: 
£120 V.I.P. Table to seat up to 8 people (limited and only available to book via email: info@secretsoftheboudoirburlesque.com)
£13.50 Cabaret style seating
£11.50 Theatre style seating

A V.I.P Table will guarantee a front row view with FREE bubbly for up to 8 people, plus there are NO BOOKING FEES, essentially making a table for 8 cost no more than £15 per person. Cabaret style seating will guarantee you a private table to seat you and all in your party, Theatre style seating will guarantee a seat for all in your party (without table.) First come, first served, so the sooner you purchase your tickets, the nearer to the stage you will be and closer to all of the action! PLEASE NOTE: Tickets will not be posted out to you before the event. Upon purchasing your admission to the show, your name will be added to our Guest List and you will be stamped into our venue upon arrival. Please tell all in your party to state the name that you booked your tickets under upon arrival at the show to avoid any confusion.

Tickets available here:

 Sponsored by Vivien of Holloway www.vivienofholloway.com

Myth & Magic

The Legend is coming…. 

 1.6.2014 

 On the 1st of June, Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque will transport you into a mystical land full of faery folk, mermaids, elves, goblins, witches and Goddesses…

 A Pandoras box full of delights awaits you at West Street Live this June and we cannot wait to share it with you! From Greek mythology to Celtic legends, mysterious forces will take to our stage and enchant you with a bewitching blend of burlesque, dance, vaudeville and striptease, not to mention a dash of comedy, cabaret and magic!

 See reality change before your very eyes, up will be down, black will be white and beautiful creatures will appear in every corner to allure and magnetise your soul…oh yeah…and did we also mention the bit about Puff the Magic Dragon putting in an appearance?

 Our otherworldly performers are an entrancing and spellbinding mix of Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque regulars, students and fresh talent from the depths of the spine-chilling city they call ‘London’…

 STARRING: 

 Raven Noir (As Morgana) 

 Loretta Von Dini (As The Sorceress) 

 Sir Midnight Blues (As The Night Elf) 

 Pansy Cheung (As The Mermaid) 

 Carrie Couture (As The Minataur) 

 Whimsy Blue (As Pandora) 

 Lexxy Lace (As The Faery)

 Little Gem (As Icarus)

 Many more entrancing performers to be announced soon… 

 Compered by ‘The Hag’….ooops, sorry…we mean Mrs Hawkins… 

 With FREE candy, stalls and a raffle! 

 Dress in your mythical best for the chance to win our ‘Best Dressed Guest’ prize! 

Are you ready to experience The Legend? 

www.secretsoftheboudoirburlesque.com

 Myth noun 

1. a traditional story, especially one concerning the early history of a people or explaining a natural or social phenomenon, and typically involving supernatural beings or events. 

Magic noun 

1. the power of apparently influencing events by using mysterious or supernatural forces.

Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque Raises the Temperature

Our next event will take place on June 10th 2012 and will feature a great number of gorgeous girls as we aim to raise your temperature with our sexiest show to date.

Blonde Bombshells, Dancing Queens and Femme-Fatales will fill our stage with delights this June!

Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque Raises the Temperature with Kitty Devine

It is our absolute pleasure to announce that Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque favourite, Selina Favelle will be flying all the way from Germany to grace our stage once more.

Selina Favelle: An old Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque favourite!

Since last performing at Secrets back in September 2010, Selina has joined the Army, faught in Afghanistan, gone to live in Germany, bought a pug named Coco and gotten married in a red wedding dress. She returns to Sheffield on the 10th of June 2012 and she is bringing her cupcake merkin with her...brace yourselves boys...this is one beauty who cannot be tamed.

Selina Favelle baking with friends 

Our headline act will be the London-based Kitty Devine - "Professionaly trained in ballet, tap, jazz and contemporary dance, her love of the stage and impressive moves are always a real crowd pleaser. Kitty performs all around the UK including a residency with Proud Cabaret, she graces the fabulous stage of Cafe de Paris, works regularly with Ministry of burlesque, performs as part of the troupe "Cabaret Rouge" and has recently completed a three month stint performing in Shanghai and Hong Kong."

Kitty Devine

Kitty will surely raise your pulse as she performs her signature act 'Diamonds' for us this June. She will also prove once and for all that she really is a 'Good Girl', with her classic take on the routine featured in Dita's 'Crazy Horse' show.

STARRING:

Kitty Devine,

Selina Favelle,

Foxie La Roque,

Deadly Nightshade,

Evie Farrah,

Sian De Leir,

Cherry Du Bois,

Miss Moonlight,

Maria Moreish

Introducing Raven Noir who has just graduated from our Burlesque Course...

...and...more to be announced very soon...

Compered by Mr. Warren Peace.

Sunday 10th June, West Street Live, Sheffield.

Sheffield's most fun, friendly and affordable burlesque show!

Admission £7 advance from www.secretsoftheboudoirburlesque.com or £8 on the door!

Hubble Bubble, Toil and Trouble....

If you go down to West Street Live on Sunday the 4th of September you're sure of a big surprise...

It's Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque's House of Horrors, where you will be met with flames of fire from pursed red lips.  The beautiful Dolly Monster will breathe fire onto the streets of Sheffield as you wait to enter our truly terrible house of horrible.

Seriously spooky cigarette girls will dish lashings of candy upon you as they usher you into the House of Horrors and then you will meet a twisted creature on stilts - the gruesomely gorgeous Raven DeVille!  Raven will show you the way to our palm reader, Momma O'Growl, and her scarily accurate readings will leave you with a chill down your spine and a lump in your throat.  Then, why not visit our Secret Parlour where you can get made up as Frankenstein's monster or a voluptuous vampire?  To book a place in our parlour please email info@secretsoftheboudoirburlesque.com.

After your mad make-over, you can browse our vintage stalls including Imogen's Imagination, Molly Rouge and Mad Hatters Cupcakes, then it will be time for our show to begin.

Grisly ghouls, mental monsters and twisted tricksters will crawl out from the dressing room and onto our stage to provide you with frightening forms of burlesque, vaudeville, striptease, circus, cabaret, dance and freak-show.  With Russian Roulette, The Tattooed Lady, a bed of burlesque nails, glass-walking, a Werewolf, a live execution, straight-jackets, gigantic needles, a mad Nurse, a Ghostbuster and a pair of piano playing dolls.  Plus, many, MANY more creatures from the crypt.

Join us....

If you dare...

Admission only £6 in advance from www.secretsoftheboudoirburlesque.com, or £8 on the door.

Welcome to our nightmare.  

Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque House of Horrors

Fall in love with some new faces at SotBB this September!

On September 5th Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque will fall in love and we have THREE fabulous new faces to introduce to you. The first of which is the beautiful Vivica Devine!

Introducing Vivica to the Secrets of the Boudoir Burlesque stage:

"Vivica could dance before she walked. She has always loved performing. She discovered, and got bitten by, the burlesque bug after studying with the wonderful Good Time Mama Jo Jo.

She was a finalist in the 2009 London Tournament of Tease and has performed at various shows across the UK. Whilst based in the Medway Towns, no distance is too far to travel for a performance."

This talented dancer will be up for auction along with all of our other performers at our September show...for further details and to purchase admission, please visit our website at http://www.secretsoftheboudoirburlesque.com/.