Kitten on the Keys

The multi-talented Kitten on the Keys sits down to talk New Orleans, Cannes Film Festival, red carpet shenanigans, skinny-dipping, Satan’s Angel, interpretive dance for the Lord, and her favorite moments in her performing career. By: Divertida Devotchka   Photos: Larry Utley First and foremost, major congratulations are in order for being featured with Cabaret New Burlesque in the French film... [Read more]

Madame Mystere

Madame Mystere of New Orleans’ Fleur de Tease sits down to talk burlesque style diversity, inspiration, New Orleans Burlesque Festival, absinthe, bacon and Viva Dallas Burlesque. By Divertida Devotchka You’ve been a dancer since the age of three. What was your first experience with dance and in which styles of dance do you have experience? My first memories of dance are of being in class.  I had... [Read more]

Wild Cherry

Burlesque Legend Wild Cherry talks New Orleans, burlesque revivals, and “taking it outside”. By: Divertida Devotchka New Orleans burlesque legend Wild Cherry grew up travelling the carnival circuit with her family, and her first performances were carnival girlie shows.  She began dancing in New Orleans night clubs in the late 1950s. “I just wanted to make a living, because I had not... [Read more]

Layman’s Guide to New Orleans Burlesque

Layman’s Guide to New Orleans Burlesque By: Femme Vivre LaRouge I can hardly think of two things that could hold more promise of a delectably good time than New Orleans and burlesque.  There is quite a lot going on in that fair city’s burly-q scene and we think you should know about it!  To that end, we have put together this concise guide of New Orleans’ foremost troupes and where you can... [Read more]

Jayme Foxx

Jayme Foxx sits down to talk marriage, life in L.A., her hosting career, Monroe the Chihuahua, and Wu Tang Clan. Interview by Divertida Devotchka. Photos: Shoshana of Through the Looking Glass Studio Q: In addition to your extensive modeling experience, you also host a number of online/mobile shows. How did you get into that and how long have you been doing it? What is the best part about these gigs?... [Read more]

Angi B Lovely

Photo: High Art Studio 2010 Best Solo & Audience Choice Winner at Texas Burlesque Festival: Angi B Lovely drops in to chat about titles, aerials, gypsies, Maury Povich, and disco camping. Interview: Shoshana.  Photographs: High Art Studio and Benn Britt. Catch Angi this month at Viva Dallas Burlesque on August 6th, with the Lollie Bombs August 13th and 14th, and in September at The New... [Read more]

Artwork by Ramon

Painter Ramon Barboza talks artistic discovery, low-riders, and the untouchable goddess. Q: What’s your earliest art memory?  Do you remember the first piece of art you created? My earliest art memory was when I was in the second grade; I drew a picture of Elvis holding a mic.  My art teacher was very impressed and hung it in the cafeteria.  That was the first time people actually noticed... [Read more]

Bunny Bailey

Texas Burlesque Performer- One to Watch (Hot Rods and Heels Newcomer Category) Bunny Bailey talks polyamoury, swapping, saving the planet, and being a “world renowned burlesque star”. Interview & Photographs: Shoshana, of DallasPinUp.com Q: You describe your style as “avant garde”.  What do you choose this term and what do you hope viewers will walk away with from your performances? The... [Read more]

Coco Lectric

We last spoke with Austin-based Coco Lectric back in November.  Since that interview, she has gone on to win the Title of Texas Performer of the Year, “Texas Burlesque Ambassador”, and will be performing later this month with none other than Dita Von Teese.  We certainly have a lot of catching up to do, and were honored when Coco took time out of her insanely busy schedule for an interview with... [Read more]

Bondi Holly

Photos: Shoshana of DallasPinUp.com, Swimsuit TaratotheT.com Bondi Holly, Hot Rods and Heels Texas Pin-Up Model One to Watch 2010 (Newcomer Category), graces the cover or our June Issue and talks bloody noses, “cute”, movie credits, and breeders. Interview & Photographs: Shoshana, of Through the Looking Glass Swimsuit on cover: Tara Tonini Q: You’re a small town girl who moved around... [Read more]