‘A Taste of Burlesque’ Workshop

Join international, multi-award winning Burlesque Artiste, Seedy Frills for a taste of Burlesque! In this Burlesque taster workshop- suitable for absolute beginners- you will discover what Burlesque is and isn't by looking at some common misconceptions and find out how the art form of Burlesque has evolved over time by taking a look into it’s rich history. You will be taught a Burlesque-inspired dance routine which will introduce some common Burlesque performance elements including the use of poses, the bump and grind, the shimmy, making eye contact with your audience and the use of costume to tell a story through focussing on the 'tease' element of 'striptease.'

Please bring along a pair of elbow-length, opera style gloves, a notepad and pen (if you wish to make any notes) and a water bottle. Wear whatever you feel most comfortable to dance in. Dance heels are optional. This workshop is open to everyone aged 18+ and all levels and experience are welcome.

‘Finding the Funny’ Workshop

Join international, multi-award winning Burlesque Comedienne, Seedy Frills and explore ways to ‘FIND THE FUNNY’’ in Burlesque. This workshop includes a variety of fun and silly exercises to encourage you to engage with your more playful side and to help you lose any inhibitions which is essential for making a fool of yourself on stage. You will then be taught a classic Burlesque-inspired dance routine during which you will learn to identify possible moments in the choreography where comedic elements could be added and also explore ways of adding your own. 

Please bring along a pair of gloves- these can be any style from elbow-length opera gloves to marigolds to gardening gloves! Wear whatever you feel comfortable to move in and bring a water bottle. This workshop is open to everyone 18+ and all levels and experience are welcome.

‘Comedy Boas’ Workshop

Join international, multi-award winning Burlesque Comedienne, Seedy Frills and explore ways to use a boa in Burlesque for comedic effect. 

This workshop will include some fun exercises to encourage you to find different ways to move with your boa before learning a Comedy Burlesque-inspired, double act dance routine.

Boas can be provided for this workshop (up to 20) but feel free to bring along your own. Wear whatever makes you feel comfortable to dance in and make sure to bring a water bottle. This workshop is open to everyone aged 18+ and all levels and experience are welcome.

Video Feedback Service for Performers

Are you a Burlesque Performer with a new act who would like some feedback? Simply email your act video to Seedy Frills and she will review it, provide feedback and offer some fresh ideas for improvement via a pre-recorded video emailed back to you for just £40!

Classes and Workshop Testimonials

“I attended Seedy Frills’ ‘Finding the Funny’ workshop in Leeds last week and I found it to be a fantastic workshop. I felt like Seedy created a warm, friendly and judgement-free environment which allowed me to feel relaxed enough to participate properly. I believe I can apply this workshop to my own act creation and I would recommend the workshop to anyone interested in Burlesque.” (Loxie Tocin- Burlesque Performer.)

“I can’t recommend Seedy’s ‘Finding the Funny’ workshop highly enough. The activities had me belly laughing and despite huge national and international success, Seedy is incredibly down to earth and puts you at ease. I’ve left with a million ideas for comedy acts! Put a ‘Finding the Funny’ Seedy Frills workshop on your bucket list… You’ll laugh the whole time and leave with tons of ideas!” (JJ Maladroit- Burlesque Performer.)

“Thank you so much for a brilliant workshop today! I really enjoyed it and I really appreciated the way you broke everything down and made it accessible to learn (I have dyspraxia so it makes such a difference when someone does that!) Loved how passionate you were about all things Burlesque too and I found it super interesting to learn about.” (Hayley- Pole Dancer and Teacher.)

“Thank you for making it such a safe space for all of us to explore.” (Natrix DeNova- Burlesque Performer/ Dance Teacher.)

“Today’s ‘Comedy Boas’ workshop was so fun! I really enjoyed the relaxed and positive environment Seedy created. It really does get you belly laughing as well as learning new techniques. I would recommend this workshop to anyone, it’s such a blast and I can’t wait to do it again! I loved every part of it!” (Ginger- Plus sized Content Creator and Body Positive Advocate.)

“I LOVED every second! I’ve been to different Burlesque classes before but this was class and you are the best teacher!” (Burlesque student.)

“It was so worth the 6 hour drive! We had the best time!” (Burlesque students.)

*** If you would like to book Seedy to teach a workshop, a group/ private class or to provide video feedback on your Burlesque act, please get in touch via the contact page. ***