Burlesque
Rachel St James
Rachel St James is fast becoming a brand name to be remembered. Her every growing clientele base is ensuring her emergence as a new breed of media savvy beauty. Rachel St James is inspired by 50’s Hollywood glamour and Parisian Cabaret. She is a true femme fatale.
An international burlesque star, Rachel St James performed in Johnny Depp's famous Parisian nightclub, Le Mandalray and headlined The Indy Ball. Rachel’s acts have strong visual impact complete with splendid costumes and props. Whether it’s bathing in her signature Champagne glass or performing the classic feathered routine, Rachel St.James is building her burlesque empire. Her talent is not limited there; Rachel’s production skills have given her collaborative license with a broad range of clients such as, De-Nom Ruby Rabbit, Merivale Group, MTV, Rosemount Australian Fashion Week, Movie Network, and the world famous sensation White Party.
Rachel has also lent herself to charities, including the Prostate Cancer Foundation, Ronald McDonald House, Cure Cancer Ball, and Barnados Children's Charity.
A former model and television host – this sort after entertainer worldwide – with current appearances at the prestigious Boucheron Launch in Singapore, she is recognized as the Dita Von Teese of the Southern Hemisphere.
With a series of amazing routines and make believe props ranging from an over-sized champagne glass to a carousel horse, Rachel uses various themes to create visually stunning routines that are highly theatrical and very tastefully portrayed.
“It is artistic escapism for me. I love performing and burlesque allows me to create a synergy between so many areas of my life. As an art-form, it is elegant and sophisticated and enjoying a real renaissance.”
Her production show, Burlesque Follies, at De-Nom plays to packed audiences and has been known to attract a celebrity crowd. While her classes in ‘boudoir etiquette for the sophisticated lady’ have taken Sydney by storm and are now currently expanding nationally, teaching women her mantra of confidence and glamour.
“What I teach is ladylike. Women automatically feel comfortable, while helping them tune into their sexuality in a delicate way, I am excited for this to be reaching a wider audience” says Rachel.
Lara Love
Lara Love
Lara Love, a Sydney based professional burlesque artist, has been dancing for around 15 years and has been performing as a burlesque artist for the previous 3 years.
Lara holds the '2nd Runner Up' title for NSW in the annual 'Miss Burlesque Australia' pageant for 2011.
She embraces the freedom burlesque as an art form gives to artists to explore all possibilities within this exciting and increasingly popular genre.
A dedicated lover of the by-gone 'Hollywood Glamour' era, she endeavors to bring a touch of elegance, class and sophistication to each and every one of her performances. Lara's influences include a recipe of Rita Hayworth rolled into a hint of Judy Garland and of course a generous dollop or two of the ever gorgeous Dita Von Teese to include a modern day burly artist.
A former fashion model and designer, Lara has great knowledge of the fashion
industry and this is evident in her elaborate and stunning stage costuming. Lara often hand makes costume pieces and loves to be creative with her overall appearance.
Lara likes to ensure she always achieves a high-end, stylised look at all bookings, shows and appearances.
"I believe in striving to achieve flawless results in anything I may pursue, from the tiniest of tasks to the wildest of one's dreams."
Lara's aspirations as a burlesque artist and performer are simple, to engage her audience whilst embarking on the true definition of a Hollywood star.
Tech requirements
1 x sound system / or DJ including CD player close to performance area
1 x secure change room close to the performance area including full length mirror.
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