A jaw dropping, nipple tasseled lesson in the art of seduction
Held in Newcastle’s grand Tyne and Theatre Opera House, the glamorous Ivy Paige guides you through An Evening of Burlesque with quick witted one liners, fabulous embellished gowns and a lot of audience participation.
The evening hits the mark with a balance of comedy, showgirls and audience work. Paige’s effortless charisma held the audience’s hand throughout the night as a perfect host. Magician-cum-comedian Christian Lee kick started the night with his repertoire of card tricks and tomfoolery. Warming up the audience who saw their life flash before their eyes at some points with a certain plate spinning trick. The mistress of fire followed with a heart racing dance with death. A alluring strip show in pitch black darkness with nothing but fire to illuminate her body.
The show is a testament to classic burlesque acts with a modern twist. The highlight of the show was Serafinna Hart’s mesmerising moves with feather fans, the classic burlesque act had the crowd’s heart racing and in complete awe. Hart is gracefully cheeky (heavy on the cheeky) and without saying a word had the theatre speechless. Another favourite of the night was raunchy vegas showgirl Peggy Sued—picture Gail Platt turned bad. The racy comedian has mastered intertwining crowd work, hula hooping and her hemorrhoid jokes and had the geordie audience in stitches.
As for the rest of the show, expect showgirls, and a backstage manager who takes the stage as ‘Danny Airhead’. Demi Noire puts a fantastic spin on classic burlesque as a dragesque disco queen, though her rendition of ‘(Hey) Big Spender’ felt lacking. The huge song as a solo performance noticeably called for more performers, but it is a testament to Noire’s talent and comedic timing that she kept the audience engaged. The dazzling costuming and choreography throughout the night evening were top-tier. Each and every performer showcased a mix of old-school charm and contemporary sass, seamlessly blending elements of traditional burlesque with comedy and audience interactions. The music and lighting choices elevated the atmosphere, immersing you in a dreamlike world of glamour and mischief.
I highly recommend grabbing tickets with your girls or even your partner but as Paige says, it might get a bit weird if you take your family! Whether you’re new to burlesque or a seasoned fan, An Evening of Burlesque delivers a sensational mix of spectacle, wit and seduction, leaving you thoroughly entertained and eager for more.