Burlesque Classes for Everyone.
Welcome!
At the Art of Burlesque Dallas, we celebrate the vibrant spectrum of burlesque genres and performance art! Whether you're passionate about classic burlesque, nerdlesque, cirquesque, horrorlesque, draglesque, or beyond, we're here to bring out your best on stage. We're proud to be a genre-agnostic school, prioritizing the essentials of performance art while embracing the diverse forms of expression within burlesque.
Class & Workshop Schedule
Class & Workshop Schedule
Roxy Rendezvous is an Emcee, Performer, and Producer in the DFW Drag/Burlesque Scene. While capturing hearts on the mic during the evening, she is usually found behind the paintbrush for her clients as a working MUA during the day. Before taking the stage she built a career in cosmetics with a BFA in Technical Theater at her side. Working with theaters in the area ,like Undermain, she put her skills to the test and further refined them while working for retailers such as Neiman Marcus and MAC. Specializing in Bridal Makeup she is no stranger to perfecting for both camera and stage. With 15+ years of experience in Makeup she is excited to partner with Art of Burlesque - Dallas, to bring you a in-depth course focusing on gender expression through makeup for the stage. With no skill-set required this class will help you to create bold structure for the stage and add those finishing touches for camera.
Step into the tension of a tease in Slow Burn Burlesque with award-winning performer Vixie St. Claire. A vibrant part of the Dallas burlesque scene since 2019, Vixie brings over 20 years of classical dance training and a Bachelor’s degree in performance dance, with experience dazzling audiences from Las Vegas to New Orleans. Known for her musicality, improv, and thoughtful act development, she’ll guide you through the art of the tease—where breath, stillness, and subtle gesture become your most powerful tools. This masterclass begins with a sensual warm-up to awaken your body, then moves into technique and a slow burn combination designed to stretch the moment, deepen your presence, and command attention with every lingering movement.
Slow Burn Burlesque with Vixie St. Claire
Sunday, April 19th, 2026 - $35/student
Costuming 101 with Honey Cocoa Bordeauxx and Mary Lynn Mayhem
Sunday, April 26th, 2026 - $35/student
Join award-winning burlesque costumers and performers Mary Lynn Mayhem and Honey Cocoa Bordeaux for a hands-on introduction to the art of burlesque costuming! With over 40 years of combined experience, these experts will guide you through the basics of creating dazzling, stage-ready costumes that sparkle with personality. You'll learn essential techniques, tips for finding the perfect materials, and how to make your creations both functional and fabulous. Perfect for beginners or experienced performers, this class will help you transform your ideas into show-stopping designs that truly captivate the audience.
Unleash your inner Boa Baddie with the dazzling Mary Lynn Mayhem in this playful, boa-focused workshop that blends classic burlesque technique with bold personal flair. Mary Lynn has been enchanting audiences since 2012, performing in cities across the US and Canada. With over two decades of experience and a magnetic stage presence, she’ll guide you through making your boa truly work for you, exploring signature styling, dynamic combinations, and confident movement alongside foundational steps, turns, and struts. The class wraps with a short, sassy combo focused on the art of concealing and revealing to build anticipation and keep all eyes on you!
Boa Baddie with Mary Lynn Mayhem
Sunday, April 26th, 2026 - $35/student
Step into your spotlight with Hair & Chair led by the captivating Mary Lynn Mayhem—where classic cabaret flair meets burlesque tease. Mary Lynn has been enchanting audiences since 2012, performing in cities across the US and Canada. With over two decades of experience and a magnetic stage presence, she brings both polish and play to this high-energy workshop, where you’ll learn a sultry combination featuring dynamic hair whips, playful chair work, and confident performance quality. Open to all levels, this class is designed to help you tap into your power, refine your stage presence, and leave a lasting impression.
Get ready to seduce, strengthen, and connect with your movement in Floor Play with Della Dainty. Born and raised in Denton, Texas, Della discovered her love of dance early, training classically at Denton Dance Conservatory and The Ballet Conservatory before continuing her studies at Texas Woman’s University with a focus in Dance. With over a decade of performing and teaching experience, she brings both technical precision and heartfelt artistry to her work. In this empowering workshop, you’ll explore sensual, flowing floorwork tailored to your unique body, building strength, flexibility, balance, and confidence while learning foundational transitions, musicality, and controlled, captivating choreography. Whether you’re new to the floor or refining your skills, this supportive space invites you to move at your own pace, connect deeply with the music, and discover a style that’s unique to you.
This Body Confidence workshop is designed to help you feel strong, empowered, and fully at home in your body. Blending elements of fitness, movement technique, and expressive dance, each session builds both physical strength and self-assurance. You’ll move through across-the-floor exercises that develop coordination, fluidity, and presence, while also learning body positioning and posing techniques that highlight your unique lines and style.
Choreography is a key part of the class, giving you the chance to bring everything together, movement, attitude, and confidence, into a powerful performance experience. Whether you’re new to dance or experienced, the focus is on growth, self-expression, and owning your space without judgment.
Heels are completely optional, wear what makes you feel comfortable and confident. This is a supportive, uplifting environment where you’re encouraged to explore your movement, embrace your individuality, and leave feeling stronger inside and out! Either way, just keep dancing!