Convention

Teaching at BurlyCon is more than leading a class. For fourteen years, BurlyCon has created space for artists to step forward—not only as performers, but also as teachers, mentors, and leaders in our field. And now, we’re thrilled to share that Presenter Applications are officially open. Teaching at BurlyCon means more than leading a class. […]

Each class type supports a specific learning experience. Teaching at BurlyCon starts with two simple questions: what do you want to teach at BurlyCon? And how do you want your students to experience your work? Every idea can be taught in multiple ways. A lecture can become a workshop. A workshop can become a multi-part

Now live: the BurlyCon Presenter Submission Guide. Submitting a class proposal is an act of generosity. It’s an invitation to share your knowledge, your process, and your perspective with artists who trust you with their learning. To support that exchange, BurlyCon created the Presenter Submission Guide as a companion to the annual convention Presenter Application.

Helping People by Removing Barriers At BurlyCon, accessibility isn’t a checklist, it’s an ongoing practice. Each year, we look closely at how people move through the convention, where barriers show up, and what support makes it easier for more folks to fully participate. What does that look like in practice? Here, you’ll find an overview

To help us learn a little more about Peer Reviews, we’ve caught up with Fosse Jack, BurlyCon’s Peer Review Coordinator, to get a little more insider information about the event! Name: Fosse JackCity: SeattleOfficial Job Title: Peer Review Coordinator; Programming Committee How long have you been the Peer Review Coordinator?This will be my third year as the Peer

I’m The English Muffin, and I’m the co-founder of Frostease Burlesque in Anchorage, Alaska. Last year at Burlycon, I presented my “Eat It” act for Peer Review. What was originally concepted as a throwaway act for a seven deadly sins show had grown, in my head, to a signature piece of commentary on diet culture, body

Every year BurlyCon offers scholarships to help offset the costs of attending the convention and this year we are excited to introduce you to 6 of the 7 scholarship recipients. To help us get to know them a bit better we asked them a couple of questions to find out what they are looking forward to most

This year marks BurlyCon’s 10 year anniversary and we are celebrating in a big way, with incredible changes to our format and schedule! Every year BurlyCon invites a handful of select members of the burlesque community to share their knowledge, our Invited Presenters. Today’s Invited Presenter spotlights is World Famous *BOB*! Known for her blonde bombshell looks

This year marks BurlyCon’s 10 year anniversary and we are celebrating in a big way, with incredible changes to our format and schedule! Every year BurlyCon invites a handful of select members of the burlesque community to share their knowledge, our Invited Presenters. Today’s Invited Presenter spotlights is Joe Williams-Willy Barrett! An accomplished performer and teacher, his knowledge on The