Chicago Burlesque Shows You Have to See to Believe
Chicago has no shortage of burlesque shows.
What it rarely offers is burlesque designed for proximity, pacing, and presence.
This page is for those searching for burlesque entertainment because something in the room shifted.
Not louder.
Not flashier.
More precise.
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
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.
Starring
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”
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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.
