Burlesque Intensive: Strut and Strip

Service Description

Strut and Strip with Zara Estelle 7-Week Series | Nov 5–Jan7 Thursdays • 8:30-10:00 PM Dress Rehearsal: Dec 13 Student Spotlight Showcase: Jan 10 Tuition: $250 This Strut & Strip class introduces you to the confidence, presence, and classic reveal techniques of this captivating performance art form, built specifically to highlight the raw energy and intimacy of floor shows. No experience necessary! We'll start the journey with foundational movement skills, including weight transfers, hip isolations, character walks, and stage presence. But it's not just about the steps! Along the way, we'll master the art of the tease—using tension, tempo, and dramatic pacing to command the room from every angle. By the end, you'll have integrated smooth glove-and-stocking removals into a fully choreographed, show-stopping routine tailored for floor-show performance. This is a group dance class, so consistent attendance is key! Your presence is essential for perfecting the choreography, building confidence, and creating a cohesive ensemble. Student Learning Outcomes: • One (1) fully choreographed routine featuring prop reveals and removal suited for floor show environments. • Evaluate movement skills in terms of space, time, and force, reproducing them accurately through body isolation and floorwork. • Incorporate sultry characterization and audience engagement while maintaining precision in technique and formation. What to Bring: Dance Heels or Character Shoes Water 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 by fostering a vibrant and inclusive community. Whether a student is “popping in” for the first time or graduating from The Academy, we provide the mentorship and infrastructure needed to flourish. Atlanta Creative Arts is more than a studio. We are dedicated to nurturing a courageous, connected, and creative community that honors our past while fiercely embracing the future.