The 2nd Annual Show-Me Burlesque Festival! May 12, 2011

St. Louis has a rich and diverse burlesque and vaudeville history from the brilliant talent of Josephine Baker, to the heyday of Gaslight Square, where The Smothers Brothers, Phyllis Diller and Barbara Streisand got their start, and to Evelyn West and the infamous Stardust and Grand Burlesque theatres where she and many other famous burlesque dancers performed. Show-Me Burlesque is thrilled to bring St. Louis burlesque to its former grandeur with a sexy new makeover.

The Show-Me Burlesque Festival will feature 3 entirely unique nights of burlesque and vaudeville entertainment, with over 80 performers from all over the world, beginning with Thursday, May 12th at the most amazing and whimsical place on earth, The St. Louis City Museum . This event will be part of Midwest Mayhem, a night of music, drinks, dancing and burlesque and is sponsored by St. Louis’ independent radio station, KDHX. This event attracts thousands of fans, and will be a spectacle not to be missed!

Then, on Friday the 13th, Show-Me will present its most extravagant and elegant show at the historic, gorgeous and spacious Sheldon Concert Hall, one of the loveliest and most acoustically perfect venues in the country! Featuring a live band, gorgeous show girls and boys and classic glamour, this show will truly be a testament to the hey day of St. Louis burlesque.

Show-Me Burlesque couldn’t be more pleased to conclude with a spectacular installment of The Beggar’s Carnivale, one of St. Louis’ most beloved monthly events at the historic, beautiful, and huge Casa Loma Ballroom on May 14th. This show will feature not only burlesque, but sideshow, fire breathers, aerialists, silent comedy and so much more and will include two floors of art, entertainment, music and vendors. This will definitely be a huge party and an amazing show!

Join us for the St. Louis event of the year!

Tickets to all events, including weekend passes (which can be shared with friends for the ultimate deal!) at www.showmeburlesque.com

Official Website: http://www.showmeburlesque.com