From Indigo – What’s the Shmita? (Sabbatical)
Dear Community, Have you ever heard of a Shmita? A Shmita is a Jewish tradition - it's year-long Sabbatical practice that occurs on the last year of a seven-year cycle. And we've been in one since September of 2021. I've been taking an informal personal Sabbatical...
Where to Learn Burlesque Now
We recommend the following Schools and Teachers for your journey with Burlesque! SEATTLE: ShowThem is a Burlesque workshop taught by AOB Alumni Mx. Pucks A'Plenty (they/them). This course teaches Burlesque through a BIPOC and Fat Liberation lens, and is open to all...
From Indigo – The End of An Era: Closing StudioBlue
Dear Community, I have made the difficult decision to close StudioBlue. After 5 months of government-mandated closure, and no certain open schedule, it was no longer feasible to continue maintaining the space. Classes continue to be held ONLINE, and you can still...
A Loving (though late!) Farewell to spICE!
A Loving (though late!) Farewell to spICE! The spring session of Intermediate “Hips Don’t Lie” was spICE!’s last class at the Academy. We are so excited for her future endeavors, and so proud of her accomplishments this past year, which include being crowned the...
Headmistress Update: June 12, 2020
Academy of Burlesque Headmistress Update 6.12.2020 Our Actions Through June Dear Ones, This is a personal note from my desk. I've cross published this on my FB and IG profiles. I write this from Seattle where I live on the occupied land of the Duwamish and Coast...
Studio Blue Closed- All Classes Offered Online!
Academy of Burlesque Health Update 3.16.20 Studio Blue Closed as of 3.17.20 - All Classes Now Offered ONLINE. Dear Ones, We have closed Studio Blue to the public as of Tuesday March 16, 2020 in accordance with the recommendations of City and State Officials. We are...