What does the future look like to you? Explore BurlyCon 2026’s Neon Dreams & Future Fantasies theme and find ways to bring it to life through fashion, costumes, and personal style.
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Investing in the Future of Burlesque Education Burlesque doesn’t have accredited degree programs, conservatories, or formal apprenticeships at scale. BurlyCon fills that gap. That’s a compelling case for investment.
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My First BHoF by Lavender Sinclair Experience a first-time journey through the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend, from the Burlesque Bazaar to the Tournament of Tease! Lavender Sinclair at BHoF. My first day at the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend . . . . . . began on Friday with a wander through the Burlesque Bazaar,
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There’s a special kind of magic at the heart of BurlyCon Peer Review. Peer Review isn’t a competition. It isn’t a critique session designed to tear work apart. It’s a collaborative, supportive space where performers can test ideas, refine acts, and receive thoughtful feedback from experienced industry professionals and fellow artists.
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In 2026, BurlyCon proudly welcomes Tami Roche as our Legend of Honor, recognizing a life shaped by survival, artistry, reinvention, and an undeniable impact on burlesque.
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Bring your burly besties to BurlyCon with group rates! You walk into your first class of the day. Someone’s stretching. Someone else is quietly sipping coffee from the hospitality suite. Across the room, an animated group conversation about feathers is happening
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BurlyCon’s Finishing School returns to Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekender in 2026 Each year, the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekender gathers performers, producers, and audiences from around the world to celebrate burlesque’s past, present, and future.
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Be a Vendor at the BurlyCon Marketplace Every year, artists, performers, and burlesque enthusiasts travel to Seattle for BurlyCon, a convention dedicated to education, community, and creative exploration.
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Community Fundraisers Help Everyone Shine! Glitter Shop Pop-Ups are community-driven costume and accessories fundraising events supporting BurlyCon. Studios, troupes, and venues around the world are invited to host pop-up Glitter Shops in their local communities or online!
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From Rural Roots to Collective Artistry When distance feels greater than access and rural roads stretch longer than community circles, artistry can begin to feel isolated from opportunity.
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