Chicago Burlesque Shows
Into the Shadow
A Femme Fatale Lab
Friday, Mar 27
8 PM
Theatre Momentum
1541 W Belmont Ave
Chicago
Into the Shadow — an intimate, limited-capacity Femme Fatale Lab exploring the archetype that defined film noir: power, mystery, allure, and danger. This isn’t a full-blown production — it’s a creative salon where…read more
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Midnight Confession
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Midnight Confession is a cinematic cabaret world where film-noir allure, refined sensuality, and impeccable restraint converge, designed for brands and members clubs seeking intimacy, intrigue, and lasting impact without sacrificing sophistication.
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Signature Burlesque Entertainment Worlds
Step into a world where glamour meets shadow, where every reveal is a plot twist, and where Chicago’s nightlife comes alive through cinematic, film-noir burlesque storytelling.
Red Hot Annie and The Velvet Key create some of the most sought-after immersive cabaret worlds in Chicago — from full-length theatre productions to intimate, immersive experiences for private events.
Whether you want to see a show or book one, you’re in the right place.
Red Hot Annie
The Architect
Types of Experiences We Offer
For Events, Venues, Theatres, & Private Clients
Our shows activate a space — whether you’re hosting 20 guests or 2,000.
Full-Length Burlesque Entertainment & Cabaret Performances
Cinematic, narrative-driven burlesque shows and polished cabaret performance designed for theaters, ticketed venues, and cultural institutions.
Immersive & Corporate Burlesque Events
Film-noir, character-driven burlesque entertainment including immersive speakeasy experiences and elegant corporate cabaret for brands, galas, and members clubs.
Private Burlesque Events & Seasonal Experiences
Custom burlesque performances for private parties, bachelorette celebrations, and seasonal events including Valentine’s, Halloween, and New Year’s.
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Why Audiences & Event Planners Choose Us
For more than 15 years, audiences have trusted Red Hot Annie and Vaudezilla to deliver:
✔ high-quality, cinematic performances
✔ unforgettable nights out
✔ the most polished burlesque entertainment in Chicago
✔ shows that feel “famous,” “iconic,” and “worth dressing up for”
The Velvet Key
Film-noir. Cigarette smoke halos. Femme-fatale silhouettes.
This signature worldbuilding informs everything we do — costumes, props, music, lighting, and character design.
Guests don’t just watch a show.
They step inside a story.
