We are on the unceded territory of the Sinixt Nation.

From Cambodia, this performer and choreographer already have more than 20 years of stage experiences. She is the co-producer of Red Light Productions and the international competition Imperial Burlesque Canada.  International artist and multi-award-winning crowned performer, in June 2023, she became the First Khmer woman who compete for Best Debut at BHoF.  She is the Oriental flavour with a Badass taste that will make you say: << If you don’t remember her, it’s because you’ve never seen her!   

The queen of Golden Age glamour and grace, Violette Coquette has captivated audiences across Europe, Canada and the USA, and is the current titleholder of Monarch of Imperial Burlesque Canada. A self-proclaimed absurdist, hedonist, and naked philosopher (with a decadent cocktail obsession), Violette is the creator of The Two Coupe Society, which is a mix of a secret society, burlesque show, and cocktail club (stirred well, garnished with absurdity), and the co-founder of House of Hush Burlesque.

Misty Rose is known as Orlando slow burn and is a resident performer at Mathers Social Gathering and performs burlesque weekly. Misty is a well rounded performer  doing both neo and classical burlesque all over Florida. She has her BA in dance and hopes to make women of all sizes more confident with each shimmy and shake. Misty is a real crowd pleaser with over  top glamor and energetic moves.

Madrose is an international burlesque performer who has been elevating her craft for the past 10 years and never fails to seduce the audience with her fiery passion. She skillfully unfolds each moment dripping in emotion, utilizing theatrical poetry and polished elegance. She has shared her art in New York, Vancouver, Prague, Berlin, New Orleans, Hollywood and more. She is on her "X" everytime she performs. 

“Burlesque’s biggest cheerleader!”

The Glitterwookiee is very humbled to have been a part of the burlesque community for almost 15 years.  As an emcee, producer, ring announcer, stage manager and roadie, he does his best to help out wherever he can.

Based in Mohkinstsis (colonially referred to as Calgary), he is a founding member of Glitterverse Productions and with his partner Kara Ka-Pow! and kid Dare Reaire, he is very proud to bring Zoink!, Nerdgasm: TNG and Big Band Burlesque to Alberta stages.  He is also a frequent collaborator with Cabaret Calgary and is very proud to be a ring announcer for the one and only GoGo Battles.

Hailing from the Big Rock Candy Mountains, Sugar Jones is made of sparkles and spice, and her everything is nice!

Guido La Bido hails from the little Italian town of Trail BC! Music has always been a huge part of Guido's life, singing and performing on many stages throughout the years. Guido is one of a kind, exploring all their genders through art. They are thrilled to be a part of this wonderful, inclusive community. For one night only, come witness the Italian Stallion with a heart of gold and a huge libido, croon a little tune for all to hear.

La Dame Derrière is a potent mix of sensuality, soft curves, and sapphic angst. This fiery femme is an internationally award-winning performer, and is dedicated to uplifting queer art.

They are known for bringing high drama from their years as an opera singer. Watch out, Dame is out here to steal your heart (and your girlfriend)!

Canada's most decadent German dessert, Charlotte Strudel, is here to stir you up. She was the Fresh Face Feature last year at the Vancouver International Burlesque Festival and will be on their stage again in a few weeks. She also recently performed at Isle of Tease in Victoria, and Fatlesque Northwest in Seattle. Charlotte will be co-producing a new show in Vancouver this spring, Hot and Heavy Burlesque, which will feature an all fat cast at the Historic Cultch Theatre. 

Ivana Vodka captivates the audience with comedic numbers guaranteed to tickle your funny bone. She’s hid in plain sight as a chameleon, lit fires on stage, rocked out with a crocodile, battled an eyelash and been stuck in an invisible dress……just name a few…..  Get ready to pee your pants with laughter while enjoying a glass of Vodka….Ivana Vodka

A triple threat, musician, actor and Dancer, Indiana Bones is more at home on the stage than he is off of it.   Indiana’s favourite characters to play are the ones he admired most as a kid, Indiana jones, Han Solo, star lord and of course, Mr Clean.  In 2022 an accident changed Indianas life and altered his characters slightly, and also gave him a new tag line.  Please welcome Burlesque’s Bionic Boy, Indiana Bones.

Knock! Knock! Its Backdoor Breena! Hailing from sunny Salmo, BC Backdoor Breena is known for combining the ridiculous and the delicious, the sexy and silly. She has a passion for bringing characters to life with fun costumes and bold dance moves. 

 Co-founder and member of the Drag troupe The Dancing Legs, Shiraz has been performing the art of Drag on the kootenays stages since 2017. Multidisciplinary and versatile Shiraz bring their sass, presence and French accent to the stage and will leave you wanting for more. 

Now a Kootenay based performer with roots in the Gitxsan Nation, Beava has grown into a sassy, crowd-pleasing favorite putting smiles on faces wherever she goes! Beava has also been known to share the stage with groups such as the Lady Luck Showgirls and has made her way around the Kootenay stages as a solo performer. You can also find her as QCBE production team member and backstage Mamma Bear making sure you are feeling safe, fed and well taken care of. 

The Real Green Fairy first emerged in Calgary in 2013 and now calls the forests of Nelson home. This ethereal being has graced diverse stages, from burlesque festivals and tattoo conventions to fetish shows and music festivals. They were also a Lube Lucha wrestler, showcasing a versatility that knows no bounds. A captivating glitter cryptid with a repertoire of character-driven performances, they skillfully blur the line between reality and surrealism, leaving an indelible mark on every stage.

A raver and metal head at heart, Starlix Moon loves to dance, express self love and body confidence.

This Rebel Babe with a heart of gold has a passion for fashion, hairstyling, travel and music!

You may recognize her from her loud laugh, bold style, and flirtatious dance moves.

Starlix has always dreamed of taking the stage, and intends to leave you wanting more.

Strawberry Sweet Cheeks is a Sassy Slocan valley local. She found joy in the art if burlesque with ladyluckshowgirls in 2022  and Most recently she has debuted as soloist performer in November 2023. Strawberry Sweet Cheeks  is gunna have you begging for another bite.

Vivian Brass is sure to make you blow your horn. She's "The Daring Darling", a pin-up extraordinaire and a traveling showgirl. Vivian has been caught on stages across Canada from Montreal's wiggle room to April O'peels productions in Vancouver and has been spotted in multiple Queen City Burlesque Expo events.     Sometimes bubbly, sometimes dramatic but always a seductress, she continues to wow the crowds while bringing an abundance of ass everywhere she goes. 

LBee is a beekeeper by day, and mixed media performer by night. After spending ten years in Vancouver living all things performing arts, LBee is back in the Kootenays bringing sweet honey and feisty stings to the stage.

Cheryl Cook is an off grid lover, writer and herbalist.   Community collaborator, extroverted hermit, yurt bag and mother.  She is currently working on a novel with funding from the Canada Council of the Arts and the CKCA.

Nelson’s own funky hunky Mr. Daft Hunk will leave you sweaty and out of breath!

Daft started his burlesque journey in Nelson working behind the scenes at various productions before jumping into the limelight and immediately blowing everyone away with his natural ability to tease.

Powered by brains, boobs and booty, she may talk like a lady but Rosy is as naughty as she is nice. With her elegant stage presence and sexy British accent, this Rosy is sure to cause some ripples, so hold on to your hats!

Sha Sha has been a part of the Kootenay burlesque scene as a solo artist and as a member of the Lady Luck Showgirls since 2018 and has captivated audiences at venues all over the Kootenays.