Somewhere between Tropicana and nipple tassels exists the extravaganza that is Pasión Burlesque. Coproduced by Alexis Morgenstern and dancer Aurora Natrix, the show combines elements of the classic ...
Burlesque combines dance, music, and parody as a way to both celebrate and ridicule sexuality—and studies suggest dancers can reap social and emotional benefits.
Sauntering toward me in the cafe is the legendary burlesque dancer Velvet Ice. She came of age in the funky ’70s but on this Thursday is adorned in a modern black fleece, dark denim flares, and wedge ...