April O'Peel

Choreographer and feature dancer for both The Screaming Chicken Theatrical Society and The Razzle Tassel Tease Show, April spends her time performing, teaching Burlesque classes and serving as El Presidente on the Board of Directors for Screaming Chicken.

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Only Three Days left for The ABC Double D’s of Burlesque Kickstarter!! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/148245110/the-abc-double-ds-of-burlesque 

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Things to consider before applying to that next burlesque festival 

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Taboo Revue #backstage #schenanigans

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#Sexy #Funny #Burlesque happening at Guilt & Company in #Vancouver January 7th!!  https://www.facebook.com/events/1441404819408900/

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Evil Queen as captured by Bob Ayers 

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Burlesque Long Form is back!! Nov 30 at the Rio Theatre!! 

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I'll be performing at Kitty Nights Burlesque this Sunday at the Biltmore Cabaret!! https://www.facebook.com/events/1388427188056846/

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Sneak peek for the 2014 EveryBODY is Beautiful Calendar! 

Photographer: Alex Waber Photography

Model: April O'Peel

Makeup: Jess Clarke 

Swimsuit: Scout Boutique 

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Sexy Funny Burlesque happens October 1st!! 

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Dirty Dancing Burlesque tonight!!! 

https://www.facebook.com/events/617423641622649/

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Carrie Finnell!! Behold my hat!! #gypsyfringe #vanfringe

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11 Reasons Why Taking a Burlesque Class Might Change Your Life and Ultimately the World We Live In

Ever thought about taking Becoming Burlesque or any other burlesque class? Wondering why or if its a good idea? 

You should read this article by one of our Becoming Burlesque instructors, April O’Peel, about all the benefits burlesque can give you.

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The #Minsky Dollies are ready for their #Vanfringe debut!! 

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Ever wanted to learn the art of tease? Choreograph a number? Make a costume on the cheap? Appreciate glitter? 

You should Become Burlesque!

'Becoming Burlesque' is a two month intensive workshop series that culminates in a final Graduation Recital. This class covers everything one need to know in order to get their start as burlesque performer including: dance and movement; comedy; hair, makeup and costuming; lighting, sound and tech; and professionalism.  This is a great course for anyone who wants to get involved in performing burlesque in a comfortable, friendly, supportive environment. Classes are held weekly (Wednesday this session) from 7:30pm-10pm, with the first half of class spent learning a skill and the second half applying that skill towards the building of the graduation show. Your tuition includes a fabulous, hand tailored burlesque outfit including pasties, glamour photos and bonus personal studio time with one of our fabulous instructors to workshop your solo burlesque act. Class fills up fast! Let us know if you’ll be joining us in the fun! If you are interested in taking this course, please contact Melody Mangler ([email protected]) or 604-779-7782 (ask for Melody) to arrange to make a deposit.

Our next class starts September 18, 2013 (Wednesdays) 7:30 to 10:00 Graduation Show - November 15, 2013  Accepting Deposits ($50) Cost $550 + Tax (paypal, cash or cheque)

 https://www.facebook.com/events/1411374469078273/?fref=ts or click on the picture!

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We just got the handbill design for the upcoming Taboo Revue! Look at Sparkle go!

Photo by Ian West, Design by Norm Elmore

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Vancouver Fringe Festival: Gypsy Lee Rose at Minsky’s Burlesque

Vancouver has become a bustling hub for Western Canada’s thriving burlesque community. Catching the attention of this years’ Vancouver Fringe Festival was the highly anticipated return of Gypsy Lee Rose at Minsky's Burlesque.