Rogue Burlesque

We scheduled a private class with two members of the Rogue Burlesque troupe (Brandywine and Lily Bordeaux) for a friend’s bachelorette party. It was absolutely awesome! They were such great instructors and the class was really well structured — they covered everything from basic moves to walks, personas and twirling tassels. They kicked it off with a routine (which blew our minds and also gave a good introduction to those who hadn’t seen burlesque before) and talked about burlesque as a celebration of sexuality, art, performance, etc. They coached us through practicing all the moves. It was very comfortable, not embarrassing at all. And so much fun, especially if you have a couple drinks before.
The instructors rented a dance studio at the Armory in Somerville, which was a great space. I would highly recommend ensuring that the studio you rent has a mirror. I can’t imagine doing the class otherwise, it really helps to see what you’re doing! If you go to the Armory, check out Highland Kitchen for drinks before — it’s just a couple blocks away and has an awesome cocktail menu.
We only had two thoughts that they could do to improve the class — one would be to write out a list of tips for us to leave with, so we don’t forget (they had so many great pointers it was hard to remember them all). And the other was maybe to teach us a routine. The end of the class was just freestyle (which was totally fun), but we agreed that it would have been fun to learn a short routine.

Took the Sassy, Classy, and Brassy class through BCAE on 1÷12÷13. Great fun and I learned new tricks as well as refined some old ones. Ms. Sassypants and Bandy Wine were splendid instructors and they led a group of women with varying levels of striptease experience from dressed-​up to pasties (which we got to keep! SCORE!) and panties.
I’ve attended a couple of Rogue shows and they are fantastic! Always a blast to see any of the Rogues, whether on stage or in studio! If you haven’t had a chance to see them live, you’re missing out on some of Boston’s BEST entertainment! I’m hooked!

I loooooove Rogue Burlesque. I had a couple friends who were already in the troupe, and made several more after getting to know these kick-​ass ladies.
I’d been wanting to try burlesque for a while, and Rogue offers the Sassy, Classy and Brassy burlesque 101 class at Boston Center for Adult Education (BCAE) several times a year. They made what could have been an uncomfortable experience baring myself (literally) to strangers fun, sexy, and positive.
These ladies are professional, sassy, supportive, and funny to boot! After my class, I became more involved in the burlesque scene and have helped out at several shows since then. I’ve even had the chance to compete in two of Rogue’s Lucky 13 amateur shows, which are usually held every 3 months or so. Contestants have the chance to workshop their routine, no matter what stage of progress, to two Roguers for feedback. And let me tell you, if you’re not used to performing, it’s HARD. Especially when removal of clothing is involved! But these ladies are so supportive, and offer really encouraging, thoughtful, and useful feedback.
You can tell the troupe puts a lot of love, sweat, tears, and sometimes (fake) blood into their work. I also love the diversity within Rogue; troupe members really embody a lot of different characters and archetypes, and manage to come up with creatively sexy routines that sometimes challenge us, as an audience, to think outside the box, usually make us laugh, and always make our hearts pound. I’m so proud to say I’m a (small) part of it.

We hired Rogue Burlesque to perform at a mixed gender bachelorette party, and they could not have been more amazing. The MC had us dying with laughter. The performers did a great job of mixing sexy and hilarious while hitting some very specific geeky themes like Harry Potter, Star Wars and Buffy the vampire slayer that we requested.
Everyone at the party raved about about how much fun they had. Rogue burlesque gave us an experience we’ll be talking about for years to come.

After emailing with Dixi, I can say I’m a HUGE fan of Rogue Burlesque. She helped me plan a great Bachelorette party, personalized to the Bride’s personality. I really felt like I was getting a unique personal experience, rather then a boxed ‘here ya go’ generic exterpience. Due to a hockey tournament non of the attendees were able to attend, so I had to cancel the party. I’m very disasappointed about this; but wanted to write a review singing the praises of this companies fantastic customer service. Why do pole dancing? (sooo over done) Do Burlesque! That tassle twirling is harder then you think!

I planned a bachelorette party in conjunction with two other bridesmaids in which we participated in private burlesque lesson. I was the primary point of contact with the Rogue ladies and they were super helpful with everything. I booked pretty far in advance so we were able to get the exact date and times we wanted, but they couldn’t have been more accomodating. Rogue set up a private studio on our behalf that was inexpensive yet easy to find, clean, and big enough for our group of eight!
We had two instructors, Polly Surely and Busty Keaton. They were different in their individual burlesque style, yet complemented and played off each other’s suggestions throughout the two-​hour class. I would absolutely recommend this for a future bachelorette party. We all had a great time and, despite being a generally more conservative group, by the end we felt comfortable enough with ourselves, each other, and the Rogue ladies to go for the full, tassel twirling burlesque experience. Note: we definitely were encouraged to only participate to our comfort level and while they suggested pushing your individual boundaries can be surprisingly liberating that was the extent of any prodding by either instructor.
This class worked for our ragtag group of friends because we’ve all known each other for years and wanted to do something super special for the bride to be. Pole dancing classes seemed a bit obvious and a little overplayed to me, although that was an option we also considered. What appealed to me and the fellow bridesmaids about burlesque was it felt a bit playful, classy, and sexy without getting too trashy or slutty. Busty Keaton and Polly Surely definitely provided a class that fit those expectations to a T.
Overall, cannot say enough about what a great, fun, and memorable night we had thanks to Rogue!!!

I’ve seen many neo-​burlesque performances by a variety of troupes and performers in Boston, Portland, San Francisco, and points beyond, and am a fan of the genre. Rogue is the real deal. Their shows are consistently funny, stylish, and creative.
(Full disclosure: I liked them so much I took their class, took part in their amateur show, and occasionally volunteer to help at their shows. But usually, I am just a very happy member of their audience.)

This review is in regards to a burlesque class, not actual performances, which I have not seen:
I was extremely impressed with Rouge burlesque.
My bridesmaids planned a surprise burlesque class for my bachelorette party. I admit, I was pretty nervous about how comfortable everyone was going to be when I first found out, but the class was a blast! Even though it was a burlesque class, there was no pressure to take clothes off or actually get down to the skivvies (though you could if you wanted). The instructors kept the class moving, let us play with props (my favorites were the gloves) and taught us moves and ideas we could use at home. We did dress in layers so we could practice some of our new moves in front of the mirrors, which was actually extremely helpful as far as learning what actually looks sexy and what I might think is sexy, but I never realized was actually a little awkward. My guests seemed to love the grand finale — learning to twirl tassels (which we wore on the outside of tank tops).
Overall, two thumbs us. The instructors made things very comfortable and kept everything light and fun. I honestly was inspired with ideas and learned some new moves. Fun afternoon out!

Ms. Sassy and Ms. Kitty came to my hotel where I was throwing a Bachelorette. On time, friendly, comfortable… they were both super nice and led a brilliant class. The group learned how to walk, shimmy, trace, and bump according to our newly acquired personas and ended up in tassel-​filled dance party. Reasonable private lesson rate and very professional.
If you are having a party and want to do something different, hire Rogue Burlesque… they were amazing!

such a fun night out — sexy, playful, hilarious. i dare you to taunt the fantastic Liz Fang.

Not only is Rogue Burlesque a shit ton of fun to see perform– they also do classes! We hired Ms. Dixie Douya and Busty Keaton to give us a lesson at my friend’s bachelorette party, and let me tell you, there is nothing as like watching a group of ladies transform from slightly awkward in heels and boas to titty tassel twirling divas. Prepare to be amazed as your friends shock you with a level of sexuality and vixen-​tude you never could have imagined! Dixie and Keaton taught us how to highlight our favorite assets, while minimizing those we may be not so crazy about. We talked about creating a stage persona («1930’s spy!» «Funny girl next door with a secret!» «Courtessanne!» «Hot gamer geek!» «Euro mystique!» «The Classy Lady!» Oh how the ideas flow). In the end they provided us each with a pair of tassled pasties (sparkly, red, and handmade! They’ll make you custom pasties too. I’m still thinking of the pair of sparkly daises…) a mix cd of Rogue Burlesque’s favorite sexy dance songs, and a whole lotta confidence in our sexed up selves.
Seriously, hire them for your next bachelorette party, go see them perform (every second wednesday at the Middlesex Lounge in Cambridge — tickets are just FIVE DOLLARS!). I never thought I would feel so at ease standing around with a dozen people in just my underwear, they really made us feel very comfortable. They even traveled to Lakeville for us! WE LOVE ROGUE BURLESQUE!

Just to be clear, for all my friends who looked at me like I said I was going to snort coke off a hooker’s ass when I said I was going to a Burlesque show.. . Puh Lease.
No complete nudity (after all as long as your nips are covered you’re not even technically topless, sheesh), no actual sex acts, masters of hint, innuendo and double entendre, hot, sexy, funny, toooongue in Cheeeek.. .. give it up for ROooOOOOOOOGUE BUrllEEEESQUE!!!
Annie get your gun meets Mae West meets Sarah Palin gets tied up and flipped off TITS Is.. . is.. that a man? Wait he’s dressed as a woman and he’s turning me on.. does that mean I’m a lesbian? GLITTERRRRRR.. . rrrrrooowr * You’ve been a bad bad boy, I’m going to take my time so enjoooy* That is most definitely a giant purple dildo WHIPS CHAINS what is that guy pulling out of his jock strap OH
that british MC can get away with so fucking much with her kickass accent O M G I didn’t even know the female body could DO that That woman can WEAR a cowboy hat i didn’t know they made cupcake pasties where can I get one of those fabulous tassley bras ASS is she. . oh of course, pantomiming sticking an umbrella up her hooha and opening it what else Masturbation and sex toy commentary set to «the devil went down to Georgia» nuff said omg that woman is riding piggy back on that other woman and their boobs are bouncing all over and somehow thats ok with me I’m pretty sure I want to know where this banana has been before I eat it oh what the hell it has a peel right?
nomnomnom
*Her name is Rio and she daaaances on the saaaaand.…*
YEEEEEEEHAAAAAAAAAW.. .Fun, irreverent, hilarious, kick ass T n A with an alternative twist. No plastic bodies here. These real, confident, empowered people Rock what They’ve got to Fabulous effect.
They had contortionists. And. aerialists. It was a Sparkling Spectacular.. .
Their regular home is Middlesex Lounge but last night they had their Bawdy Language show at Oberon — followed by a super fun thumpin dance party DJ’d by Chris Ewen.
So much fun, I almost couldn’t stand it. But I seem to have lived.
*fanning self with feather fan* sigh
The things I put myself through.