Archive for 2011

Indigo Dance Magazine..

Wednesday, August 17th, 2011

Cover The Flaming Feathers!!


In the first interview with The Flaming Feathers front lady GoldieLox reveals the highlights so far, the motivation behind creating the cabaret troupe and whats still to come this year!


BRAND NEW Jive Course!

Monday, July 25th, 2011

Learn the retro style of Jive dancing with The Showgirl Academy with our BRAND NEW UNIQUE Course…

Learn the past paced flicks, kicks and twists or the original style of jive dancing from the 1930’s and 1940’s (as seen on Strictly Come Dancing). No partner needed!

Jive for Beginners 6 week course
Commences Monday 19th September 2011 7.00 – 8.00pm @ Wilder Street Studios Bristol

The emphasis of the workshops/courses are based on fun and are great for improving confidence and fitness.

Places can be booked on the ‘Classes’ page…

Burlesque Beginners Course – Discover your alter-ego!

Friday, July 8th, 2011

Discover your alter-ego as you explore the glamorous world of burlesque and burly-cabaret. You will learn the staples of posing, peeling, teasing, characterisation, prop work and of course the fine art of tassel twirling! You will pose like Marilyn, peel like Gypsy Rose Lee, tease like Immodesty and discover that inner diva, femme fatale, comedian or ‘bad girl’ – all in a day’s work for a budding burlesque artist!


Burlesque for Beginners 6 week course – Commences Tuesday 9th August 7.30 – 8.30pm at Lifestyles, Bristol

 

Ladies of all ages, shapes and sizes welcome, no previous dance experience required!

Places can be booked on the ‘Classes’ page…

Our Vision…

Friday, July 1st, 2011

Our vision is to give people a happier healthier and more confident life through professional dance classes accessible to all.

Check it out!! The Flaming Feathers Showreel!

Friday, June 17th, 2011

Available for bookings now!


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New Charleston 6 week Course!

Friday, June 3rd, 2011

Take a trip back to the 1920’s as you learn the vintage dance moves that were once danced by flappers.
The ragtime-jazz music is infectious and you won’t be able to stop smiling as you learn the quirky and witty charleston steps, including grannies knee caps, the hitchhiker and the shoe shine!

New 6 week course starting Tuesday 28th June – Tuesday 02nd August
Venue: The Dance Studio, Lifestyle Fitness Centre, St.George BS5 7LH
Time: 7.30 – 8.30
Price: £39.00


Cabot Circus Promo Day!

Friday, May 20th, 2011

Well done to all students who performed at Cabot Circus promo day last Saturday 14th May.
You all looked fabulous in your sassy Burlesque posing entire and cheeky Charleston flapper dresses.

Please visit The Showgirl Academy Fan page for pictures and videos!

http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/pages/The-Showgirl-Academy/121355644591795

The Flaming Feathers Cause A Stir!

Monday, May 9th, 2011

The Flaming Feathers appeared at Coco Boudoir in Bath on Saturday 23rd April finishing the show on a screaming high (literally) with their rendition of the french can-can!
Full of humour, screaming, plenty of knicker flashing and very very high kicks The Feathers enjoyed being part of such a fab show!

For more info about booking The Flaming Feathers to perform at your cabaret evening, party or event please get in touch:
[email protected] / 0117 9232358

TSA Students Performing the Can-Can!

Friday, April 1st, 2011

After just 7 classes with The Showgirl Academy the Can-Can students take the stage at The Valentines Charity Dance at Bawa Ballroom, Bristol. What a fantastic job they did!

So fantastic that we are now setting up a performance troupe for dedicated students wanting to take to the stage regularly!


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Haha, Amazing. GoldieLox demonstrates the art of Tasseling..

Friday, March 11th, 2011


The Dursley Dollies can’t get enough of our fabulous Burlesque Starlet Ms GoldieLox. Here she is again, explaining how to attach those tassels safely.

 

Listen from 1.43 onwards.. Comments are much appreciated.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/p00f45t7/Anna_King_Burlesque_in_Gloucestershire/