2026 Workshops
11 am - 12 am - Sultry Floor Flow with Sara James
12 pm - 1 pm The Art of Roving Performance With Tina Bo'Bina
12 pm - 1 pm The Art of Roving Performance With Tina Bo'Bina
Sultry Floor Flow with Sara James
Release your inner siren with this slow, sensual floorwork choreography class taught by Sara James. Through a sultry floorwork combination, students will learn accessible ways to get down to the floor, slinky transitions, and how to rise with confidence and grace. Through guided movement exploration, students will build confidence, fluidity, body awareness, and floorwork technique while exploring musicality, intention, and personal expression.
Students will have the opportunity to work the combo to a variety of music and moods, discovering how subtle shifts in energy can transform a performance and learning how to put their own signature stamp on the choreography. Whether you're looking to refine your floorwork skills or simply revel in slow, sultry movement, this class invites you to move with confidence, grace, and intention.
Kneepads or other knee coverings are recommended. Heels (of all kinds) are optional.
Open to all experience levels.
12 pm - 1 pm The Art of Roving Performance With Tina Bo'Bina
12 pm - 1 pm The Art of Roving Performance With Tina Bo'Bina
12 pm - 1 pm The Art of Roving Performance With Tina Bo'Bina
The Art of Roving Performance with Tina Bo'Bina
Step off the stage and into the crowd in this interactive workshop focused on the unique skills of roving performance. When your audience is only inches away, every glance, gesture, and interaction becomes part of the show.
In this class, participants will explore techniques for captivating audiences in close-up environments, including spatial awareness, audience engagement, character presence, improvisation, and navigating a room with confidence. Learn how to create memorable moments, adapt to different spaces and energy levels, and maintain connection while moving through a crowd.
Whether you're new to roving performance or looking to refine your approach, this workshop will help you develop the tools to perform with confidence, authenticity, and impact when there is no stage separating you from your audience.
Open to all experience levels.
1 pm - 2 pm - Dancy Fans with Qween Quan
2 pm - 3 pm - Dazzling 101 with Qween Quan
2 pm - 3 pm - Dazzling 101 with Qween Quan
Dancy Fans: Intuitive Fan Dance for Beginners
Bring your own fans, feather fans, silk fans & fan-less attendance welcome
Unleash the full power of your fan work with New Orleans-based burlesque sensation Qween Quan! Whether you're a beginner eager to command the stage or a seasoned performer looking to shake off stiff wrists, this workshop will help you move with precision, grace, and unapologetic fierceness.
You’ll learn:
Fan Handling – Master the mechanics and control
Intuitive Movement – Let your fans become an extension of your body
Shapes & Flow – Create mesmerizing visuals with every flick and flourish
Stage Presence – Own your space with confidence and poise
This is a judgment-free space designed for exploration, growth, and embracing your unique style. Plus, most—if not all—techniques translate seamlessly to vegan, non-ostrich, and non-feather fans!
Open to all experience levels.
2 pm - 3 pm - Dazzling 101 with Qween Quan
2 pm - 3 pm - Dazzling 101 with Qween Quan
2 pm - 3 pm - Dazzling 101 with Qween Quan
Dazzling 101 with Qween Quan
What makes a costume DAZZLING?
It's more than just an AB stone and a well placed appliqué. When making costumes for the stage, you want them to highlight the movement of the star wearing them. Show pieces are made to amplify and support.
In this workshop, join two time Burlesque Hall of Fame competitor and costume maker Qween Quan to absorb juicy tips on how to drip in elegance or stand out on stage with embellishments and bespoke costuming.
This workshop explores the possibilities of both old and new work, while discussing how existing projects can be revived, refreshed, and reimagined. Through demonstrations, examples, and discussion, participants will gain practical insight into creating costumes that captivate, support performance, and leave a lasting impression.
In this workshop, participants will:
• Explore embellishment techniques and costume design for the stage
• Learn how costumes can enhance movement and performance quality
• Discover ways to create elegant, eye catching looks
• Discuss methods for reviving and updating existing costume pieces
• Gain inspiration for creating memorable stage worthy designs
Make a lasting impression on the stage and beyond with this useful lecture style workshop featuring demonstrations, examples, and practical advice.
Open to all experience levels.