9:00am Saturday 20th March 2010
By Patrick Gough
“We do have some girls wearing nipple tassels, but you don’t see any naked flesh. If you have the nipples covered it’s fine,” says Samantha Cummings of Bournemouth burlesque troupe, Once Upon A Tease.
Tomorrow night sees the erotic glamour of burlesque gracing the Orange Rooms in Bournemouth for one night only.
The evening will be a lavish and dazzling journey into the heart of the art form, featuring a compelling mix of live performance, captivating music and titillating entertainment, said Samantha “It’s a burlesque show with a fairy tale twist.
“They’ll be a seven-girl troupe with live singers, dancers and burlesque performers.
“We’ll also have music you’ll recognise, but in a vintage style,” she said.
From the spectacular costume designs to the on-stage gimmicks, choreographer and performer Samantha, and her pals, plan to show off the best of burlesque to Bournemouth in what they describe as a dazzling explosion of seductive live performance.
“We’re looking for a mixed audience.
“The show blends modern music that people can relate to, so it’s perfect for men, women, couples and birthday parties,” said Samantha.
“It’s about introducing everyone to the burlesque scene with a show that brings everyone together.”
Once Upon a Tease was created and brought to life by Samantha, along with a team of highly skilled dancers and singers.
“Most of the girls are local.
“It’s been a brainchild of mine for many years, but we finally went for it in November 2009. Since then we’ve needed the time to get the costumes together and get the show up and running,” Samantha said.
“There’s so much burlesque going on in Bourne-mouth right now. Venues are crammed with burlesque, so it’s not a problem there. It’s so popular.”
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