Brisbane's Longest Running Burlesque & Variety School

2024 School of Performance Dates:

TERM 5 - SUMMER LOVIN'

Monday 21st October – Thursday 12th December

CaBBaret - Saturday 14th December

 

2025 School of Performance Dates:
TERM 1 - Medieval
Monday 13th January - Thursday 6th March
CaBBaret Saturday 8th March

TERM 2 - Wild West
Monday 24th March - Thursday 15th May
CaBBaret Saturday 17th May

TERM 3 - A Midsummer Nights Dream
Monday 2nd June - Thursday 24th July
CaBBaret Saturday 26th July

TERM 4 - Rock’n’Roll
Monday 11th August - Thursday 2nd October
CaBBaret Saturday 4th October

TERM 5 - CaBBaret Follies
Monday 20th October - Thursday 11th December
CaBBaret Saturday 13th December

 

BBSOP SCHOLARSHIPS:

Apply yourself or Nominate a Friend. BBSOP is committed to being an all-inclusive community of like-minded people. If you identify as First Nations, have a Diverse Cultural Background, Disability, or want to voice your LGBTIQ Gender Identity and Expression; then we want to give you a hand up to invest in your dance, circus, arts training, and give you the opportunity to express yourself as a performer. Must be 18+ to be considered. Students must personally cover costs for any travel to and from classes, props and costumes for classes or solos. The successful applicant will be selected by the entire teaching staff of BBSOP and will be awarded a Free Course of their choice and be featured on our BBSOP socials and website.

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Apply yourself or Nominate a Friend. BBSOP is committed to being an all-inclusive community of like-minded people. We understand that our classes are a luxury item for most and especially in this current world climate of Pandemics, Floods and World Disasters those extra dollars can be hard to find. If you have experienced financial struggles but would love to take a class we would love to have you. You can apply for a one-off Free Course or if you'd like to pay a reduced course fee that can also be discuss. Must be 18+ to be considered. Students must personally cover costs for any travel to and from classes, props and costumes for classes or solos. The successful applicant will be selected by the entire teaching staff of BBSOP and will be awarded involvement in a course of their choice and be featured on our BBSOP socials and website.

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Term 5, 2024 Class Timetable

Sandy toes & a sun-kissed nose; we’re ready to welcome those hot Summer vibes at BBSOP. Festivals, Pool parties and Holidays here we come! Optional performances for all classes at CaBBaret - Saturday 14th December.

Check out the schedule of classes below and enrol in by emailing the school – bblebuffsop@gmail.com
When you enrol by email you will be sent payment information. Payment for full term classes must be received no later than Saturday 26th October, if you cannot finalise payment by this date it is recommended that you sign up for casual attendance. All casual classes must be paid by bank transfer, cash or card payment on the night of class.
All Burlesque & Fire classes are 18+ and open to all gender expressions; LGBTQIA2S+ welcoming. 

Our Perry Lane Studios venue does have accessibility issues, so please email if you have any questions around this – bblebuffsop@gmail.com

 

TERM 5 DISCOUNTS:

**you must quote the discount code when enrolling to be eligible**

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Pay your term fees in full by Saturday 12th October to receive a further 5% discount from your term fees. Not eligible for classes with a 50% discount already applied.

MULTIPLE CLASSES: Book into more than one full term class on different nights & receive 15% discount from your total Term Fees, only available when no other discounts apply.

ONE NIGHT STAND: Book into classes on the same night, pay for 1 full term class and receive a 50% discount from each additional full term class booked.

DOUBLE DATE: Sign up to class with one of your favourite friends and you’ll each pay $110 term fee (1 hour class) or $145 (1.5 hour class)  **Only 5 Offers Available** Not eligible for Early Bird Discount or Signature Act Creation

TRIPLE TREAT: Grab 2 of your besties and get to classes, you’ll each pay $90 term fee (1 hour class) or $105 (1.5 hour class)   **Only 3 Offers Available**

TAKE HALF OFF: Book into a full term 8-week course and receive a 50% discount from the total fee. Not eligible for Signature Act Creation. One 50% discount per student. **Only 3 Offers Available**

 
**2 CLASS VENUES – PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF WHERE YOUR CLASSES ARE BEING HELD**

 

Perry Lane Studios – 10 Perry Lane, Spring Hill

MONDAY

Monday 21st October - 9th December

7:00-8:00pm

**Only 1 Place Left**

Majorettes - Teacher: BB le Buff

We’ll be leading the parade; as baton twirling, dancing Majorettes. So if you’re a tosser, get into formation and come try out this brand new BBSOP Class. We’ve got the spirit - how about you!? Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 14th December. 

8-week Term: $160

Casual Class: $25

Suitable for: Performers with some previous prop experience

Song: Curtis Mayfield - Move On Up

 

Monday 21st October - 9th December

8:00-9:00pm

**Only 3 Places Left**

Ostrich Feather Fans - Intermediate - Teacher: BB le Buff

Take those fan dance skills to the next level in this high energy routine where Commercial Dance meets Burlesque sass. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 14th December.

8-week Term: $160
Casual Class: $25 

Suitable for: Previous fan dance experience

Song: Turn Me On - David Guetta feat Nicki Minaj

 

 

 

Studio1 - 190 Station Road, Yeerongpilly

TUESDAY

Tuesday 22nd October - 10th December

6:30-7:30pm

Bongos Beach Party – Teacher: BB le Buff

Beach Babes grab those wide brim hats; we will be a sea of bright monochromatic colours. Inspired by the swimsuit costumes and hats in this music video, class will be a mix of Burlesque, Floor Work and Music Video vixenry. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 14th December.

8-week Term: $160

Casual Class: $25 

Suitable for: All Levels of Experience

Song: Bongos - Cardi B (feat. Megan Thee Stallion)

 

Tuesday 22nd October - 10th December

7:45-8:45pm

**Only 3 Places Left**

Wet, Hot, Summer Music Video – Teacher: Ja’mie Displays

Ja’mie Displays is an internationally booked and blessed, choreographer, performer and drag queen. This is the class not to miss! Inspired by the sexy beach towel scene in Kylie Minogue’s ‘Slow’ this Commercial Jazz class will be very sassy and lean into the world of Burlesque with the opportunity for some optional costume reveals.

8-week Term: $160

Casual Class: $25 

Suitable for: All Levels of Experience

Song 1: Kylie Minogue - Slow 

Song 2: Sabrina Carpenter - Espresso

 

 

 

WEDNESDAY

Wednesday 23rd October - 11th December

6:30-7:30pm

Solid Gold Disco - Teacher: BB le Buff

This class will be 3 weeks of costume creation and 5 weeks of dance. We’ll be making custom headpieces and jewelry with gold mirrorball tiles to incorporate into our routine. This will be a modern take on Disco dance style. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 14th December.

8-week Term: $180 (includes materials cost for costume pieces)

Casual Class: $25 

Suitable for: All Levels of Experience

Song: Miami Horror (feat. Kimbra) - I Look To You

 

Wednesday 23rd October - 11th December

7:30-8:30pm

Summer Holiday Organza Boas - Teacher: BB le Buff

Luxury is the only plan for our Summer vacay. Glamorous gowns and bountiful boas; slink into these summer vibes. Neo-Burlesque and some Boa Floor Work. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 14th December.

8-week Term: $160

Casual Class: $25 

Suitable for: All Levels of Experience

Song: Holiday - Confidence Man

**Organza Boas will be provided by BB in class**

 

Wednesday 23rd October - 11th December

8:30-9:30pm

One Night as Paris - Teacher: Roslyn Rouge

Roslyn is back from her European Burlesque Festival Tour and it’s now time to DJ a beach party! Blondes definitely have more fun! Grab your handbag dogs, sparkly dress and headphones and let’s grind for the camera! Incorporating Neo-Burlesque and commercial heels, we are focusing on musicality and lots of booty work. **Tiny chihuahua prop provided** Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 14th December.

8-week Term: $160

Casual Class: $25 

Suitable for: All Levels of Experience

Song: Turn it Up - Paris Hilton

Perry Lane Studios – 10 Perry Lane, Spring Hill

THURSDAY – Enter through the alley next to the Church at 430 Ann Street (follow the signs)

Thursday 24th October - 12th December

6:15–7:15pm

Caliente Latin Festival – Teacher: La Nicolasa

Direct from teaching and performing her way around Europe & Australia this year; La Nicolasa is ready to spice up your Summer with some hot European festival vibes. This will be a fresh Latin fusion dance class; combining Latin dance steps with a blend of urban styles such as Hip-Hop and R&B, this dance class is too cool for the summer. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 14th December.

8-week Term: $160

Casual Class: $25 

Suitable for: All Levels of Experience

Song: Call on Me - Johnny Sky

Latin (Bachata) Inspiration: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0v2cqHGJP4 

 

Thursday 24th October - 12th December

7:15–8:15pm

Love Shack GoGo – Teacher: Jenna Renna RaRa

High energy, Classic 1960s GoGo! Do the Mash Potato, The Twist and some crazy moves like The Purple Circle. This class is guaranteed, good clean fun in swinging fringing! Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 14th December.

8-week Term: $160

Casual Class: $25 

Suitable for: All Levels of experience

Song: Love Shack - B52s

 

Thursday 24th October - 12th December

8:15-9:15pm

Pool Party – Teacher: Zelphia Mann

*Let’s Set The Scene* You've been partying all day at the pool, bodies are soaking wet but your dating prospects are bone dry. When the pool starts getting too icy and the music starts to quiet, you move your attention to the partygoers who are left; trying to secure a honey to sweat out the rest of the night with… Get into character with Mr Mann; push your stage skills to the next level. Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 14th December.

8-week Term: $160
Casual Class: $25 

Suitable for: All Levels of Experience

Song: Arctic Monkeys - Do I Wanna Know

 

 

Studio1 - 190 Station Road, Yeerongpilly

FRIDAY

*Camp Fridays with Gogo Bumhole*

Friday 8th November - 13th December

6:15–7:15pm

Camp Coconuts – Teacher: Gogo Bumhole

The Bumhole is back from the European Festival circuit. You’re going to go Nuts for this 6-week class! Gogo knows just how to enhance your lovely bunch of coconuts! This class is putting the plastic into fantastic! Work on your stage persona, character embodiment and how to amp up your camp! Optional performance opportunity at CaBBaret - Saturday 14th December.

6-week Term: $120
Casual Class: $25 

Suitable for: All Levels of Experience

Song: Kim Petras - Coconuts

 

Friday 8th November - 13th December

7:15 - 8:45pm

**Only 3 Places Left**

Gogo’s BumBum Camp – Teacher: Gogo Bumhole

It’s not a performance Boot Camp; it’s a BumBum Camp! Soloists and Performance Groups, get ready to hone your stage presence and explore the potential of your individual/group acts. Gogo will have you feeling confident on stage and will work with you to become the most watchable version of yourself. Gogo will draw on their background in physical theatre, clown, dance and drag and share with you what has been the most useful tools they've gained over 10 years of training/performing across the world.

Gogo aka Siobhan has been teaching performance workshops for many years, and credits this workshop name idea to Neridah Waters (Artistic Director of COMMON PEOPLE DANCE PROJECT) who they've taught with for over three years now.

Sign up for the 6-weeks or Pop in casually to perfect your routines for competition and stage. 

Group discounts available for troupe acts. Limited Places.

6-week Term: $185

4-week workshop: $125

2-week workshop: $65

Casual Class: $35

 

 

 

PRIVATE CLASSES

Book your Private Class with the BBSOP teacher of your choice.
All of the BBSOP teachers are available for one-on-one sessions which are perfect for perfecting your new solo or group acts, polishing up for a Pin-Up Pageant or to master new skills (movement, prop or confidence). The one-on-one environment allows your teacher to focus on your personal strengths and weaknesses and help to make you a stronger performer. You can choose a suitable time and we will arrange the venue and teacher. Please contact the school directly to request a private booking – bblebuffsop@gmail.com
COST: 1 HOUR $80, 2 HOURS $150 - any additional hours at $50 p/h.

Book 4+ hours (can be over multiple booking dates) pay only $60/hour.

****Enrolled in a Term 2 class? Book in with your teacher at these discounted rates: 1 HOUR $60, 2 HOURS $95. Book 4+ hours (can be over multiple booking dates) pay only $50/hour.
AVAILABILITY: By Request
BRING: To be discussed with your teacher.

VENUE: To be discussed upon booking


HENS PARTIES
BB le Buff’s School of Performance offers custom Burlesque, Hula Hoop, 1960s Go-Go, 1970s Disco, Amped for the 80s and 90s, Mad Men and Great Gatsby themed hens events. Our popular hens parties are now available across South-East Queensland so make your enquiry now! Enjoy a fun night to remember with your best gal pals and we’ll bring everything to you! Add some memorable moments to your hens night; it’s an excellent way to loosen up before your big night out and for your party to get to know each other. LOCATION: Your place or ours!
COST: $300 for 10 people for a standard 2 hour party. Each additional guest costs $15.
For more information, please visit BB’s website:
http://www.missbblebuff.com/infopage/book-miss-bb-to-perform-or-model
**If you’re a BBSOP student you will receive a special price on hens parties. Please email the school to confirm these rates.

PAYMENT OPTIONS FOR TERM ENROLMENTS:
Bank Deposit:
Suncorp
Account Name: BBSOP
Account Number: 600604402
BSB: 484799
Reference: YourName ClassName

**Please confirm your enrolment by email: bblebuffsop@gmail.com

OR PAYPAL to missbblebuff@gmail.com
**All PayPal payments will attract an additional $5 charge to account for the PayPal fees incurred. Please include the name of the class or workshop as well as your name, email address and phone number in the details of your PayPal payment.

**Unfortunately, BB le Buff cannot offer refunds. If you have a medical reason BB is happy to negotiate make-up classes or class credit, based on the date you notify her. 

 

Teacher Profiles

BB le Buff - Director - School of Performance BB started out her dance training in traditional dance styles such as, jazz ballet, contemporary, funk and tap; and her love of classic musical movies took her at the tender age of 7 to pursue training in competitive Ballroom Dance as well. She studied Burlesque with Lola the Vamp in 2007 and after one Term of classes was invited to perform on her national tour. She has never looked back and has been performing burlesque ever since! BB started her School of Performance in 2009.  BB started her circus training with Vulcana Women's Circus and then also took classes at Circa and attended intensive workshops at the Tasmanian Circus Festival; as well as many other short courses. She went on to work for Circa and is still a casual trainer for Vulcana. You have seen BB perform on tours and the festival circuit across Australia and internationally. Including Woodford Folk Festival, Australian Burlesque Festival, Gorelesque, Adelaide Fringe Festival, Perth International Burlesque Festival, Splendour in the Grass and more! BB le Buff's School of Performance on Facebook: click here BBSOP Social Collective: Follow BB on Facebook: click here Insta: https://www.instagram.com/bblebuff/

Ja'mie Displays Ja’mie is a Brisbane/Meanjin born Dancer, Singer, Drag Queen and Choreographer. Ja’mie received his Diploma of Dance after training at Queensland Dance School of Excellence and his Certificate IV in Performing Arts after 12 months study at ED5 International in Sydney. Jamie then made the move overseas living in London, LA, Tokyo, Singapore and Beijing working alongside world class Choreographers and Directors. Jamie’s career highlights include- Choreographer/Assistant Show Director at Universal Studios Beijing (Park Grand Opening) Performing “West Side Story Tribute” inside Buckingham Palace for Queen Elizabeth II and The Royal Family. Chosen to be the Opening Cast for 6 Production Shows with Princess Cruises. New York City Press Launch of Stephen Schwartz’s “Born To Dance”  Jamie is excited to share his expertise with other dancers and encourage them to unleash their true potential.

Bee-Bee Riot Originally from Kempsey in NSW, Bee Bee Riot began busking at the age of 14, and she hasn’t looked back since. “Mum would drop me off, and I would play for hours, I think that’s where my performing energy and stamina comes from,” she told Star Observer. ‘A Tartan-Clad Bisexual Jack Black’ Now Bee Bee leads an almost double life; by day, she works as a children’s performer delivering energetic music to kindy kids across Brisbane; by night, “I become a tartan-clad bisexual Jack Black”. Things really began to kick off for Bee Bee Riot in 2021 when she took out the grand prize in the Wing of the Cloud Competition; winning a $10,000 prize.

Roslyn Rouge Roslyn Rouge has been making a name for herself in Brisbane. Sparkling across stages in her neo-burlesque stylings and studying all aspects of dance and burlesque, training flexibility techniques and discovering a special love for the art of silk veil fans. Insta: https://www.instagram.com/msroslynrouge/

Zelphia Mann Zelphia Mann (Mr Mann if you’re nasty) is a non-binary drag and burlesque performer in Meanjin QLD. They may look like an Eshay but this mulletted, muscled hottie has a sensitive and sensual side often infusing the art of tease and a high dose of camp in their performances. Having performed at Jungle Love Festival (2022), Birkenstock (2023) and Wynnun Fringe (2023); you can spot them sporting a jock strap for any occasion. It will never be boring when Mr Mann is around. Insta: https://www.instagram.com/zelphia_mann/

Jenna Renna Ra Ra Jenna has been dancing since she was four, but the 1960’s dance craze holds a special place in her heart. She has a passion for over-the-top exuberant GoGo dances and a love of 60s fashion and music. She has performed her solo work at CaBBaret over the years and cannot wait to come on board as a teacher to share her groovy moves! Insta: https://www.instagram.com/jennarennarara/

GoGo Bumhole Siobhan Gibbs is a theatre maker and performer in Meanjin. She uses pronouns she/her. She studied Drama and Human Services at QUT and has trained with Zen Zen Zo Physical Theatre since 2017, becoming a company member in 2018 and completing their Creative Entrepreneur internship program in 2019. She composed for and performed Sebastien in their 2019 production of The Tempest, and as Salvador Dali in their production of The Unspeakable Dreams of Salvador Dali (2019). Siobhan is a member of the theatre company Chance Collective. She most recently devised and performed in their Anywhere Award-winning production The Nest (2019, Anywhere Theatre Festival). Chance Collective have also produced original works for The Starlight Foundation (2019), Ruckus Fest (2019), and Spill City (2020). In 2020 Siobhan performed in a sell-out season of Backbone’s original musical, Absolute Objectivity. In the same year she debuted her performance persona Gogo Bumhole at Candy Social Club. Since then, Gogo has performed a durational work at the queer club night Shandy and will be continuing her practice in the queer nightlife circuit into 2021. Siobhan presented her original one-person theatre show Sewer Rat Girl in mid-2021 after two years of development both with Zen Zen Zo and independently.  Insta: https://www.instagram.com/gogobumhole/

Atlas Grey Miss Atlas Grey loves a good sparkle, feather and dramatic lighting. A classically trained ballerina who has ditched the tutu (mostly) to get down and flirty with her newfound love for burlesque.  She has studied multiple styles of burlesque under the guidance of The Bombshell Burlesque Academy and BB Le Buff’s School of Performance since 2016. Slowly build up her stage time, Atlas has performed with the Bombshell's student troupe for Curves & Claws and Rats Tatts & Pinups. Along with developing and performing duo acts for Curves & Claws Nerdlesque, Doomsday Disko and CaBBaret. Until debuting as a soloist at the 33rd Bombshell Ball in 2018. Since then gone on to perform at various Brisbane based shows including Vanguard Burlesque and interstate for Red Light Confidential Melbourne. Competing in The Australian Burlesque Festival; New Follies 2019 and taking out runner up in Burlesque Idol Brisbane heats 2020.  Atlas enjoys the freedom of expression this art form supports, to get lost in a rabbit hole and bring the audience with her. Always up for shimmy, bump, grind or jeté. Miss Atlas Grey is keen to keep showing audiences she’s a name not to forget. Insta: https://www.instagram.com/atlas.grey/

Susie Liqueur Susie Liqueur has a passion for performance. She has danced since she was 8yrs old, and is CSTD trained in jazz, tap and ballet. After touring the US with her dance troupe as a young adult; Susie discovered the wonderful, weird and wild world of cabaret. She has a passion for vintage dance styles, especially GoGo, Disco; Charleston; and continues to practice her love of tap dance in all of its classic and modern style interpretations. Insta:  https://www.instagram.com/susie.liqueur/

Polly Neesha Trained in traditional polynesian culture since a young child. Performed in culture groups of Maori, Samoan, Tahitian and the Cook Islands. Studied at Cut Above Academy in Auckland in special effects and stage makeup. Directed makeup for the annual Shakespeare in the Park shows for 3 years before moving to Brisbane.   Specialising in fast hula from Tahiti and the Cook Islands and slow hula from Hawaii. And both short and long Traditional Maori poi dance.

La Nicolasa Nicolasa: https://www.instagram.com/dancexnicolasa/  Flamenco & Me: https://www.instagram.com/flamencoandme/

Shan Pagne Shan Pagne started hooping over a decade ago just to try something new, have fun and meet new people and very quickly became obsessed. Since starting hooping, Shan has studied and performed with the incomparable BB le Buff, not only at regular CaBBeret's, but also a number of charity and paid performances. She has taken masterclasses with visiting artists to hone her craft and has also choreographed and performed several solo routines. She loves a good performance and a better costume and cannot wait to pass this hooping and performance passion on! Insta: https://www.instagram.com/shan_pagne_hoops/

Lipstick Bombshell Vicky Shield is the Lipstick Bombshell. An award winning pinup and specialist in vintage and glamour hairstyles. Vicky owns Snippets of Time Vintage Styles and you can find her travelling to events to hairstyle in her Tiki Wahini Wagon! Insta: https://www.instagram.com/shieldvicky/