Brooklyn
Ed’s
Virtual
Burlesque Calendar
Performance in the Time of Uncertainty
My listing of “live,
in person” burlesque and related cabaret, circus, variety and vaudeville events
in the New York area has gone dark until during the current crises. A number of
individual performers and troupes have gone online to offer virtual
performances and complete shows. With the rising up during this time pandemic,
some have gone on hiatus or redirected to fundraising. I will continue to list those events of which
I become aware:
Upcoming Virtual Burlesque & Related Shows
Check out the Virtual Entertainment
group on FaceBook for the latest notices.
Events
to note:
Once Upon a Time in Coney Island,
Dec.5th
LatinX
Burlesque Fest Dec. 17-20
NYC Live
Shows Returning?
While there has been some easing of Covid-19 restrictions, social distancing,
mask requirements and indoor capacity limits are still in place and rules about
ticketed events at venues are confusing. I am aware of shows that have popped
up on short notice in Central Park, Prospect Park, backyards, and venue outdoor
patios in recent weeks. We’ll see what’s happening in the coming weeks as the
weather turns chillier. Keep checking the NYC Burlesque Shows and
related arts group on FB for updates.
This list is far from
complete and is subject to change as schedules can change and technical issues
may crop up. Check any links beforehand for last minute schedule changes and
ticket/cover charges. I’m from Brooklyn so I’ve listed the NYC start times. I plan
to update this listing weekly so please message me (via e-mail, FB or IG) with
info or updates about shows at least a week in advance.
Make sure you
have activated one (or more) of the online payment apps beforehand (PayPal,
Venmo, CashApp, etc.) so that you can tip
appropriately. Also, be sure to check
out the social media presence/websites of your favorite performers and groups
to see what they are planning in this time of uncertainty. The New York School of Burlesque
has shifted to online classes in the interim. A number of performers are
offering exercise, stretching, sketching, go-go, makeup and other classes as
well. Many of our favorite venues and
their staffs are hurting as well (among others, the Slipper Room, Nurse Bettie,
and DROM have launched crowdfunding efforts).
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Created January 2005;
Updated November 23, 2020
