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Syrens of the South

From the history of burlesque to “flaunting it because you’ve got it,” and other hands-on workshops, the Syrens of the South continues its ABCs and 123s of Burlesque class series this weekend. Classes are held at Little Tree Studios, 2842 Franklin St., Avondale Estates, and are $20 each, or you can buy a four class pass for $60.

Here’s the full schedule:

All classes are intended for all genders unless otherwise noted!

Sept 20 – Noon-2pm “Beginning Burlesque Movement and History with Katherine Lashe”
She will present information on the history of burlesque, followed by a how to on the basic moves and creative process that goes into making a burlesque persona.  Students will hear anecdotes collected by Katherine Lashe from actual Burlesque American Icons such as Tura Santana, Satan’s Angel and more!  They’ll also answer the age old questions of names, fringe, and pasties!  Students will be encouraged to wear lose fitted clothing and comfortable shoes and be prepared to not only take notes, but also be ready to practice beginning burlesque movements and peels!!!  Beginning Burlesque Books will be available for $5.

2pm-4pm “Burlesque costuming on a budget with Vagina Jenkins”
Creative Loafing’s 2008 Best Burlesque performer will share her tried and true method of manoeuvring a tight budget with a broad imagination. You will get to bring your creation home with you to begin your process of building your very first burlesque costume!  Class requirements: Bra or Panties to decorate, any trims beads or baubles you want to bring, there will be supplies provided for the class.

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The new movie The Goods: Live Hard, Sell Hard, starring Jeremy Piven as a fast-talking used-car dealer, will receive a proper opening night at Atlanta’s own Starlight Six Drive-In this Thursday, with an evening of burlesque and hot rod mayhem.

Entertainment will include performances by Syrens of the South Burlesque, a hot rod car show, live music, a junk yard car smash and a car wash, courtesy of scantily clad ladies. Oh, and of course, the aforementioned film. The events begin at 7:30 p.m., the movie at 9:30 p.m.

To gain entry to this special event, you must RSVP by 2 p.m. Wednesday by sending an email to this address. One car per RSVP, s’il vous plait.

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Fans of burlesque will be spoiled for choice in Atlanta this weekend, with several local groups in hip-swiveling, tassle-twirling action. In alphabetical order:

• Big City Burlesque, which bills itself as “Atlanta’s only all-retro burlesque & vaudeville troupe,” will perform Saturday night at an event called JordanCon at a hotel in Alpharetta. To answer the obvious question: “JordanCon is the first convention dedicated to exploring Robert Jordan’s The Wheel of Time series.” I assume the folks to whom this event would appeal will know who they are.
• Dames Aflame will once again team up with Big Mike’s Tongo Hiti to provide entertainment at Trader Vic’s 75th Anniversary Party in the downtown Hilton. This event is Saturday night as well.
• Effie’s Club Follies, which bills itself as “slapstrip comedic burlesque,” also performs Saturday at the 40 Watt Club in Athens for the 20th Annual Boybutante Ball, an AIDS benefit. Just a tip: if you go to this event hoping to see some nekkid girlies, well, you’ll be the only one.
• Finally, Syrens of the South will host its 2nd Annual Spring Chicken Vaudeville and Variety Show — Saturday, natch — at Relapse Theatre on 14th Street.

Decisions, decisions! Now you have no excuse not to work some skin into your diet.

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