Roxi D’Lite

Photo: Roxi D’Lite Photography Roxi D’Lite, Reigning Queen of Burlesque Miss Exotic World 2010, known as the “Drinkin’, Smokin’, Strippin’ Machine” talks Australia, illegal masquerades, Cyr Wheels, self-reflection, assassins and showgirls. Interview: Divertida Devotchka Q: This month you’re embarking on the Australian Burlesque Festival National Tour. What are you most excited about... [Read more]

Angie Pontani

Photo: Clinton Dunbar New York’s Italian Stallionette Angie Pontani, Queen of Burlesque Miss Exotic World 2008, talks wedding planning like a boss, Coney Island, droids, Burlesque-A-Pades, beach parties, Go-Go-Robics, sequin cowgirl costumes and memory lane. For the complete interview and more beautiful exclusive images of Angie, pick up your Spring 2013 Best of Pin Curl print edition, available... [Read more]

Sydni Deveraux

Photo: John Cornicello Seattle’s Golden Glamazon Sydni Deveraux talks creating a legacy, production advice, staying fit, veggie powered strippers, mentors and the importance of not being an asshole. Interview: Divertida Devotchka Q: You’re a trained jazz singer, and you discovered burlesque while studying literature in college in 2005. After attending your first show you were hooked and asked... [Read more]

Doris Mayday

Photo: Lori Anne Photography Burbank, California-based pin-up model, boutique babe and vintage maven Doris Mayday talks her first shoot, transitions, sexism, and the truth behind reality TV. Interview: Divertida Devotchka Q: You were born and raised in Las Vegas, and you started college early at age 16 and began modeling right before you turned 18. You’ve stated that you were always a “vintage... [Read more]

Blanche DeBris

Photo: Bryan Adams American Treasure Blanche DeBris (“white trash” in French, but Always High-Class!) talks rapping, failed careers, Edelweiss and volunteering at The Burlesque Hall of Fame Museum. Interview: Miss Violet O’Hara Q: In 2012, you famously opened the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend with your original “Movers, Shakers and Innovators” rap and claimed your place among the emcees... [Read more]

Bettina May

Photo: William Ross Canadian burlesque performer, pin-up model, pin-up photographer and vintage stylist Bettina May talks burlesque Green Cards, $8 weekly food budgets, veganism, and the New York Burlesque scene. Interview: Shoshana Q: The New York Daily news dubbed you the “Jiggling Genius” when last Fall you earned your Green Card and were the first to be awarded the moniker of “Alien of Extraordinary... [Read more]

Angelique DeVil

Photo: Kaylin Idora Portland’s Angelique DeVil, known for “Putting a Little Pop n’ Lock in the Bump n’ Grind,” talks doing what she wants, glitter dumps, the importance of balance, backstage comradery, ripped hamstrings, Milan and muses. Interview: Divertida Devotchka Q: I’d like to know more about your dance background, as it’s obvious from watching you perform that you’re a highly... [Read more]

Talloolah Love

Photo: Apple Blossom Photography Atlanta burlesque performer and producer Talloolah Love, “The Sweetest ‘T’ in the South,” talks falling down the rabbit hole of burlesque, Studio Burlesque Atlanta, storm troopers, Daleks, and steampunk. Interview: Divertida Devotchka Q: What is your performance background? Theater? Dance? None of the above? How and when did you first learn about burlesque and... [Read more]

Jacqueline Hyde

Photo by Mandi Martini The bi-coastal Jacqueline Hyde talks production, branding, tea, and pep talks. By: Shoshana Q: You are the producer and a performer in the upcoming Valentease which is sponsored by Bust magazine and includes an epic line-up featuring Angie Pontani, Indigo Blue, Jo Weldon, Harvest Moon, and so many more!  Tell us a little about why you’re so “giddy” as your blog puts it,... [Read more]

Peekaboo Pointe

Photo: Jason Elon Goodman New York burlesque performer Peekaboo Pointe, “the Fastest Tassel Twirler from East to West,” talks low brow art forms, modern dance, Nancy Reagan and D.A.R.E., starting over and festival friendships. Interview: Divertida Devotchka Q: You earned your BFA in Dance Performance and Choreography from George Mason University and as a classically trained modern dancer you studied... [Read more]