Burlesque Intensive: Level 1, Series 1

Service Description

Burlesque Intensive Level 1, Series 1 with Lola LeSoleil Wednesdays, 7:00–8:25 PM Price: $250 Includes: 7 weeks of instruction + Student Spotlight Showcase Series 1: Sept 9 – Oct 28 No Class: 9/23 Dress Rehearsal: Dec 13 Student Spotlight Showcase: Jan 10 This beginner burlesque class familiarizes you with burlesque history, language, and movement styles of this multifaceted American art form. No experience necessary! We'll start the journey with a foundation of essential jazz dance moves such as box steps, pivots, three-step turns and stage walks. But it's not just about the steps! Along the way we'll expand the path with signature burlesque energy and style using tension, tempo, and timing. By the end, you'll have mastered a fully choreographed routine as part of a stunning chorus line. This is a group dance series, so consistent attendance is key! Your presence is essential for perfecting the choreography and creating a show-stopping ensemble. Student Learning Outcomes: • One (1) choreographed routines • Evaluate movement skills in terms of space, time, and force and reproduce accurately through the movement of your body. • Incorporate characterization while maintaining dance form and formation. What to Bring: • Notebook & Writing Utensils • Black Dance Shoes • Water *This Intensive is part of the requirement for the Atlanta Burlesque Academy Graduation Track. Masterclasses must be purchased to complete track. About Us: Atlanta Creative Arts (ACA) is an inclusive creative hub for intentional movement and artistic expression. We provide instruction designed to meet students where they are, help students build technical confidence, find their voice, and take up space. We believe that the arts should be a reflection of the people who create them. ACA serves as a sanctuary for sovereignty and expression, where we dismantle barriers to entry. Whether a student is “popping in” for the first time or graduating from The Atlanta Burlesque Academy track we provide the mentorship and infrastructure needed to flourish. Atlanta Creative Arts is more than a dance studio. We are dedicated to nurturing a courageous, connected, and creative community that honors our past while fiercely embracing the future.