Change almost always means discomfort, noticing what no longer fits. Like a baby bird pushed to the boundaries of their shell, we can no longer be contained. Uncertainty fills the consciousness, as we notice the feelings of restriction and we grow restless to be released. How different – how expansive, really – is the space […]
Author: redhotannie
My Work Isn’t for Everyone
Maybe you’ve been on the fence about signing up for the Becoming Burlesque Masterclass, because even though it sounds like something you’d enjoy doing, but you’re not sure if it’s “for you.” And let’s be honest – as artists, our work isn’t for everyone.My work isn’t for everyone.I’m not for everyone! As an artist, I […]
What’s in Your Underwear Drawer?
Recently, I went through my underwear drawer – and I was horrified! After being pregnant for most of 2019 and in quarantine for most of 2020, I realized that my “comfy” undies had gotten just a little TOO comfy! I’d told myself that “since I wasn’t really seeing people,” the mismatched, sagging elastic, frayed […]
Tease & Reveal Tip #3 – Embrace your uniqueness.
No one is going to do it the way you do. Everything you’ve experienced in life, from what you know to who you are is an important (and beautiful) facet of your unique potential. Hold tight to what makes you one-of-a-kind and trust that the universe will guide you towards opportunities that are perfect for […]
Tease & Reveal Tip #2 – You are perfect. As-is.
You don’t need to be like the person in the photo. You don’t need to have a certain kind of body or be the world’s greatest dancer. You don’t need to look or be like everyone else. Some of the best, most well-known artists in the industry look nothing like the high gloss, photoshopped beauties […]
Tease & Reveal Tip #1 – Never wait for permission to share your greatness.
You never need to play small. Maybe you feel like it’s all been done before, it’s all been said. Nope! The world is waiting for a message that only you can share. So, be loud. Bold. Show up. Don’t apologize for doing what you love and for filling a space with your […]
3 Ways to Let Go of Imposter Syndrome
Have you ever felt like what you’re contributing to burlesque simply isn’t good enough? Like, you wouldn’t want people to see your act, because it’s not really done, yet? Or if “they” knew how much you struggle behind the scenes, there’s no way they’d hire you? Or perhaps, you’ve already got the job, but you […]
The Big Reveal: Creating a Memorable Burlesque Act
When you’re just starting out in burlesque, one of the hardest things to do is to create a solo burlesque act from scratch. There are million of questions to answer! What song should you use?What style of act should it be?What kind of movement will fit with that style?And if you already have costumes picked […]
Real Life Burlesque Interview: Kiam Marcelo Junio
Kiam will be appearing as part of the Thriving Virtual Summit: Thursday, Feb 412pm – 6pm est 2020 was about surviving. 2021 is about THRIVING! Taking all the lessons you’ve learned and using that to increase your impact, positive influence and income. This virtual summit is for conscious entrepreneurs, leaders and professionals who want to have […]
Real Life Burlesque Interview: Chicava
Chicava is presenting I Am My Valentine, an afternoon workshop to unlock, unblock and open to the love you are by Undoing Romanticism. Sunday, February 1411am-3pm CST We live in an age of Romanticism which is only one kind of love. It’s really the most dangerous if you think about it, because your experience of its […]