Venice, Teatro A L’Avogaria
Saturday, January 18, 2025
We are delighted to welcome you to the official page of the first
Venice Burlesque Festival
in the most magical and whimsical city in the world.
A unique festival featuring a competition to crown the first Dogaressa of Venice, exclusive prizes, original workshops, guided tours, and a photo shoot in the most beautiful city in the world
Location
TEATRO A L’AVOGARIA
Dorsoduro 1617
30123 Venezia
Teatro A L'Avogaria is one of the most characteristic independent theaters in Venice.
A picturesque gem in the heart of the historic city, it was founded in 1969 by Giovanni Poli.
This theater is also famous abroad for its numerous international events. Its role is important for traditional Venetian performances, particularly the Commedia dell'Arte.
Teatro A L'Avogaria is located in the historic center of Venice, in the Dorsoduro district, just a short walk from Campo Santa Margherita, the Zattere, or the Accademia. The theater is accessed from Calle dell'Avogaria, next to the Church of San Sebastiano, a 16th-century architectural jewel entirely decorated with paintings by Paolo Veronese.
Teatro A L'Avogaria is easily reachable on foot from Piazzale Roma (10 minutes) or Santa Lucia Station (15 minutes), or by public water transport with the San Basilio stop just 200 meters away. The historic center of Venice is 20 minutes from Venice Marco Polo Airport and 40 minutes from Treviso Canova Airport.
Staff
Artistic Direction: Crazy Cat
Crazy Cat was born and lives in Venice and travels throughout Europe. A versatile artist, she trained in acting and classical and modern dance, including belly dancing. She fell in love with burlesque in 2013. Since then, she has been a burlesque performer, pin-up model, photoshoot model, body-painting and painting model, burlesque and burlesque-therapy teacher, event organizer, producer, and artistic director of shows in Italy.
Staff: Le Burlescose
Le Burlescose is an artistic collective founded in 2018 that, under the artistic direction of Crazy Cat, organizes burlesque evenings and shows. Le Burlescose has gradually grown to include about thirty happily imperfect women from Venice and Veneto who perform burlesque in Italy.
Logo
Here is the logo of the Venice Burlesque Festival.
Linear, clean, iconic.
Venice is the shiny iron of its gondolas. Venice is its cats, elegant and sly.
Clear writing, a retro font. Details make the difference.
An original logo. A pinch of pride.
Thanks to the graphic team of Force One Magazine of Montecarlo who collaborates on our festival
LINK: https://www.force-one.net
Jury and special Guests
Our Jury:
Prizes and opportunities
Venice Burlesque Festival 2025: Prizes and Opportunities
Who will be crowned the first Doge or Dogaressa of the Serenissima at the Venice Burlesque Festival 2025?
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At the Venice Burlesque Festival 2025, Luca Colferai, Association "Compagnia de Calza I Antichi", will offer the winner the opportunity to perform at the historic Erotic Poetry Festival to be held during the Venice Carnival on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at the A L'Avogaria Theater.
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At the Venice Burlesque Festival 2025, Luca Marotta will offer the winner a feature in the first 2025 edition of Force One Magazine.
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At the Venice Burlesque Festival 2025, Cristiana De Giglio will offer the winner an interview with Burlesque News Italia.
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At the Venice Burlesque Festival 2025, Lily de Non & Mimi Champagne will choose an artist for the Pisa Burlesque Festival 2026
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At the Venice Burlesque Festival 2025, Mirco Fattore will also choose an artist for the Vintage Circus & Burlesque 2025
Link: https://www.teatroabanoterme.it/events/vintage-circus-burlesque-nona-edizione/
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At the Venice Burlesque Festival 2025, Pocket Girl will be part of the jury and will also offer an engagement to an artist for a "That's Burlesque" show
Workshops
Location: Teatro A l'Avogaria
Cost: 25€
Level of difficulty: open
Minimum number of participants: 4
Maximum number of participants: 15
A unique workshop of movement study with small fans at Teatro A l'Avogaria
In this workshop, a "small" fan is used (not a feather boa fan) and it is a workshop that includes a small warm-up; the study of some movements that will be repeated by the students to different music in order to understand the adaptability of the sequences to different rhythms; the creation of a choreographic sequence in order to make the movements more memorable to the students.
For the workshop, you need: 1 small fan (classic Spanish fan), comfortable but close-fitting clothing, shoes with a heel.
Bio Lady Kant:
Lady Roberta Kent is an international burlesque performer from Sicily, Italy. She is a mix of Croatian and Italian descent and has been performing since 1994. She has a fascinating stage presence and has performed in various theatrical productions and television shows.
Location: Associazione Arte-Mide (50 meters from Teatro A l'Avogaria)
Cost: 25€
Level of difficulty: open
Minimum number of participants: 3
Maximum number of participants: 8
Create your feather mask with a Venetian burlesque performer and mask maker at Associazione Arte-Mide
This workshop is a practical workshop to create your own feather mask. A base mask will be provided, and you will have access to a wide range of materials such as fabrics, feathers, and other materials. You will be guided through the process of creating your own unique feather mask by a Venetian burlesque performer and mask maker.
Bio Deep Soul:
Marilisa Dal Cason, aka Deep Soul is a Venetian burlesque performer and mask maker. She creates her own costumes and masks, which are masterpieces of creativity and craftsmanship. She has won several awards for her costumes and has performed in various burlesque festivals in Italy and abroad.
Time: 17.00-18.30
Location: Associazione Arte-Mide (50 meters from Teatro A l'Avogaria)
Cost: 25€
Level of difficulty: open
Minimum number of participants: 5
Maximum number of participants: 10
Stage presence workshop with Lily de non & Mimi Champagne at Associazione Arte-Mide
This workshop is focused on stage presence and how to connect with the audience. You will learn how to use your body and voice to convey emotions and tell a story. The workshop will be led by two experienced performers and directors who will guide you through a series of exercises to help you develop your stage presence.
Bio Lily de non & Mimi Champagne:
Lily de non is a performer and director who has been working in the entertainment industry for over 20 years. She has performed in various theatrical productions and has directed several shows. She is also a teacher and has led workshops in acting and stage presence. Mimi Champagne is a performer and director who has been working in the entertainment industry for over 15 years. She has performed in various theatrical productions and has directed several shows. She is also a teacher and has led workshops in acting and stage presence.
To participate:
For information write an email to info@veniceburlesquefestival.it or call the number (+39) 3397337707BOOKING AND PAYMENT:
booking of workshops must be made by paying the cost through www.PayPal.com to paypal@iantichi.org specifying which workshop you want to attend (choose "Send money to a friend").
Rules & Application
Application opening: July 1, 2024
Application deadline: September 15, 2024
Notification of selected applications: September 30, 2024
How to apply:
Send your application to info@veniceburlesquefestival.it, attaching the completed application
form in PDF format and the receipt of the registration fee payment.
Registration fee:
● The €20 fee is non-refundable.
● Payment must be made via www.PayPal.com to paypal@iantichi.org from the same email
address used to send the application (if this is not possible, please clearly note both in your
application and in your payment that you are using a different name).
● Make sure to note your legal name and performer name in the payment.
● IMPORTANT NOTICE: Do not forget to include the PayPal receipt in the application email.
Commitment:
● If you are selected to perform at the VBF, you must confirm by Sunday, October 6, by
sending an email with your MP3 music file (rename your music as yourstagename.mp3), 2
web-resolution photos (1 headshot, 1 full-length), and 1 high-resolution photo (minimum 300
dpi) (rename your file as yourstagename).
● If we do not receive your confirmation by Sunday, October 6, your spot will be given to
another applicant.
● If for any reason you cannot fulfill your confirmation to participate in the VBF, let us know as
soon as possible. Failure to do so will result in your application not being considered in future
VBF editions.
● You cannot perform in similar events 7 days before or 7 days after the VBF in Veneto.
● All correspondence between performers and VBF, including the application, is confidential
and must not be shared with third parties before, during, or after the festival.
Expenses/payments and invoices:
VBF does not cover any of your expenses related to the festival (travel, hotel, or meals).
Choreography characteristics:
● Nudity: Full nudity is NOT allowed.
● Fire: Fire is allowed in the theater.
● Aerial: Aerial performances are allowed in the theater.
● Glitter: It is necessary to specify if the choreography includes the use of glitter or other sticky
or slippery substances.
● No choreography changes: The choreography selected through the video must be
performed without changes.
● Duration: The choreography must last a maximum of 6 minutes.
Video:
The application must include a link to the video of the choreography you wish to perform. The
quality of the video/lighting/background, etc., is not important; we need to see your entire
choreography without edits. It is important that the video link is not password-protected and
does not expire. We recommend easy-sharing sites like YouTube or Vimeo. Do not use
sharing sites that require registration, like Facebook or Dropbox. Downloadable videos will not
be considered.
Complimentary tickets:
● Complimentary tickets are not offered to family members or friends, who must purchase a
ticket to attend the VBF.
Communications:
● Correspondence will be sent via email, WhatsApp, or the dedicated Facebook page.
● For personal questions or concerns, please send an email to info@veniceburlesquefestival.it
or for emergencies, call 0039 3397337707.
Photos/Videos during the VBF:
● By submitting the signed application form, you consent to being photographed and filmed
during the VBF and that your image may be used to promote the festival.
Venues and technical information:
Technical information regarding the stage, lighting, venue access, dressing room, etc., will be
sent later.
Lighting requests will be considered if possible.
The theater is not always available, and VBF does not have additional equipment for
choreographies. If you need extra equipment, you must request it immediately after
confirmation.
No assistants/personal helpers are allowed unless authorized.
Rehearsals:
Technical rehearsals for your choreography will be possible at the venue on the day of the
VBF. Rehearsal times will be strict and subject to changes. Rehearsal schedules will be sent
before the start of the VBF.
Contact
VENICE BURLESQUE FESTIVAL
WEB https://www.veniceburlesquefestival.it/