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Burlesque in the Wild, Wild West

  Only 10 days away…

Burlesque Noir Presents: Burlesque in the Wild, Wild West

May 26, Doors at 8 PM

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Breasts of Both Worlds (Weekly Alibi)

April 26, 2012

Duke City and Big Apple tag-team for scintillating show

By Blake Driver
Photo by M. West Photography
Holly Rebelle, center, and Burlesque Noir
 
 
When Albuquerque-based stripteaser Holly Rebelle was thinking about performing in this year’s Texas Burlesque Festival in Austin, one of the show’s producers dissuaded her from bringing her Jackie O. tribute act. 

“The Jacqueline Kennedy act has gotten me some interesting attention in the burlesque scene,” says Rebelle, who recently took home the trophy for Best Soloist at the Austin competition for her new balloon dance, “Rain Cloud,” set to music from the Disney cartoon film Bambi.

But it’s the grieving first widow act, in which Rebelle starts out in a pink suit covered in blood, that she says has become her signature number. “It’s Jacqueline Kennedy after JFK was shot,” she explains. “But it’s tasteful.”

The eight-minute routine capitalizes on the classic burlesque convention of storytelling through movement, costuming and music while reaching for the neo-burlesque heights of profound thought and emotional impact. It’s the performance-art nature of the piece that has made it so popular, says Rebelle, who admits she might be retiring it soon in order to avoid becoming a one-trick pony. But Albuquerque audiences have at least one last chance to catch that risqué display Thursday at Aux Dog Theatre.

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Graduate Becomes First New Mexican to win Burlesque Award (CNM Chronicle)

April 24, 2012

Graduate becomes first New Mexican to win burlesque award
By: Stefany Olivas, Staff Reporter
Photo By: Wildun Photography

Burlesque Noir troupe founder and Veterinary Technician graduate “Holly Rebelle” was the first Burlesque performer from New Mexico to win the solo competition at the recent Texas Burlesque Festival.

She presented a classical bal­loon dance act, which made her top pick, she said.

“They are looking for people to be true to the classic art form of Burlesque. Having a great stage presence, using a classic song and having a well thought out costume were all in my favor,” said Rebelle.

To be recognized by her peers and idols out of about two dozen competitors was a great feeling especially because it is something she enjoys, said Rebelle.

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Click Here to Read More at the CNM Chronicle

Dangerous Curves Ahead: Burlesque on the Go-Go

Aux Dog Theater Nob Hill
April 26, 2012

Doors – 7:00 PM

Dangerous Curves Ahead will be returning to Albuquerque. It was great fun watching last time and they’re bringing back more. If you were there in 2009, you’ll remember Clams Casino taking us down to Paradise City, Anita Cookie finding inspiration in a bottle, Minnie Tonka exploring some Vaudeville roots, Darlinda Just Darlinda getting trippy in the blacklight, and Gi Gi la Femme spanking herself silly. It was a fantastic show and we’re in for another round of Brooklyn style BurlyQ. Get your tickets soon, it’s going to be an incredibly amazing ride!

 

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This show is 18+

Pasties, Panties and Tassels, Oh My! (CNM Chronicle)

 

Pasties, panties, and tassels OH MY!

 Published March 27, 2012

By: Stefany Olivas, Staff Reporter

Burlesque Noir hosts funderaiser to compete in national event

 L ocal neo-burlesque performance troupe, Burlesque Noir, is co-hosting a fundraiser and raffle to raise money in order to attend a competition in Texas next month, said vet­erinary technician graduate and troupe founder “Holly Rebelle.” The group hopes the Bikini Bash Bonanza fundraiser will help with travel costs to attend the Texas Burlesque Festival on April 12 – 14 in Austin, said Rebelle.

Rebelle said that the troupe is honored to have another oppor­tunity to represent Albuquerque in a competition. The group won the award for best troupe at the “Great Boston Burlesque Exposition” in 2009, said Rebelle.

While all the girls are pas­sionate and talented, any form of dance as a hobby is very expensive — especially when group travel is involved, said Rebelle.

(click here to read full article)

Texas ‘n’ Tassels Fundraiser

 

As you may have heard, Burlesque Noir has been invited to compete at Texas Burlesque Festival in April.  Our own Mary Jane Monroe has put together a  fundraiser to help finance the trip.  Prizes include two $150+ packages from Arte De La Mano Aveda Salon, a 4 pack of tickets to Burlesque Noir’s “Burlesque in the Wild West” on May 26, Gift Cards to Free Radicals, and more.

 

Festivities get underway at The Cafe Mary Jane (3600 Highway 528 in Rio Rancho) 11 AM on March 31.  Need not be present to win.

 

Our friend DJ Brian Botkiller will be on hand to spin the beats and Dark Flash Photos will be taking photos.  Come down to the Cafe Mary Jane, grab some food and party with the ladies of Burlesque Noir while they draw our winners.

 

We have created an E-Ticket Raffle system in addition to physical tickets.

 

You can purchase E-Raffle tickets on our site and read more about the event by clicking here.

Texas Burlesuqe Festival 2012

Hooray!  Burlesque Noir and Holly Rebelle were selected for Texas Burlesque Festival.  Both Holly and BN will be competing in the Best of the Fest Saturday night competition.

We’re all super excited for Austin, TX!

April 12 – 14th

Southwest Burlesque Showcase 2012

SHOWCASE OPENING NIGHT GALA THURSDAY FEB 9TH 2012 – @ THE LAUNCHPAD  FREE WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE FOR FRIDAY OR SATURDAY NIGHT. OTHERWISE $5 AT THE DOOR. 21+ At the request of the venue.

Bridgette Bordoux – CO
Natasha Noir – AZ
Cherry Brandi – NM
Madame Lennox – NM
Delicia Doll Curls – NM
Joy Coy – NM
Mena Domina -NM
Malificient Allure – NM
Ann Gora featuring Christian Drake – NM
MC’d by Xavier Wyntir
MUSICAL GUESTS -  VERTIGO VENUS and THE HI-LO TONES 
21+   FREE w/ proof of purchase of KIMO Tickets, otherwise $5 at the door.

 
 

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 10TH 2012 - @ THE KIMO THEATER


Stroker Ace - CO
Mr. Valdez – CO
Red Hot Annie – IL
Zircus Erotique – NM
Honey Touche & The Touchettes – CO
Tallulah St. James – NM
General Blackery – NM
Cookie Fortune & Cherry Jubilee – NM 
Bunny Bee – CO 
Freya West – TN
Whiskey Darling – CO
Cherry Glitterbomb & Mustang Monroe – CO
Kiss Me Kate – CA
Black Mariah – TX
Flame Cynders – CA 
HEADLINER – COCO LECTRIC -  TX 
MC (S) DEVIN D O’LEARY – CORA VETTE – CO 

 

 

 

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 11TH 2012 – @ THE KIMO THEATER


Orchid Mei – CO
Scarlett Letter – CA
Burlesque Noir – NM
Bebe Barrio – CO
Lola Spitfire – CO
Bobbie Burlesque – CA
Holly Rebelle – NM
Pearl Lux -TX
ChaCha Velour – NV
Sophia Sirena – CA
Godiva  Bleu – NM
Kellita – CA
Mr. & Mrs. Snapper - CA
Jolie Amphere Goodnight – TX
September Smith & Amy Christian – NM
Kitty Irreverent – NM 
HEADLINER – INDIGO BLUE – WA 
MC (S) DEVIN D O’LEARY – CORA VETTE – CO 

Southwest Burlesque Showcase 2012

Copied from BurqueBurlesque.com

SHOWCASE OPENING NIGHT GALA THURSDAY FEB 9TH 2012 – @ THE LAUNCHPAD  FREE WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE FOR FRIDAY OR SATURDAYNIGHT. OTHERWISE $5 AT THE DOOR. 21+ At the request of the venue. 

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Join us for a fun filled evening of Burlesque, live music, vendors, snacks and fun.   Details for this show are still being arranged, more to come!

Burlesque Performances By
Bridgette Bordoux – CO
Bunny Galore – CO
Cherry Brandi – NM
Madame Lennox – NM
Delicia Doll Curls – NM
Joy Coy – NM
Mena Domina -NM
Malificient Allure – NM

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 10TH 2012 - @ THE KIMO THEATER           CLICK TO PURCHASE TICKETS 

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Stroker Ace - CO
Mr. Valdez – CO
Red Hot Annie – IL
Zircus Erotique – NM
Honey Touche & The Touchettes – CO
Tallulah St. James – NM
General Blackery – NM
Cookie Fortune & Cherry Jubilee – NM 
Bunny Bee – CO 
Freya West – TN
Whiskey Darling – CO
Cherry Glitterbomb & Mustang Monroe – CO
Kiss Me Kate – CA
Black Mariah – TX
Flame Cynders – CA 
HEADLINER – COCO LECTRIC -  TX 
MC (S) DEVIN D O’LEARY – CORA VETTE – CO 

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 11TH 2012 – @ THE KIMO THEATER          CLICK TO PURCHASE TICKETS 

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Orchid Mei – CO
Scarlett Letter – CA
Burlesque Noir – NM
Bebe Barrio – CO
Lola Spitfire – CO
Bobbie Burlesque – CA
Holly Rebelle – NM
Pearl Lux -TX
ChaCha Velour – NV
Sophia Sirena – CA
Godiva  Bleu – NM
Kellita – CA
Mr. & Mrs. Snappber - CA
Jolie Amphere Goodnight – TX
September Smith & Amy Christian – NM
Kitty Irreverent – NM 
HEADLINER – INDIGO BLUE – WA 
MC (S) DEVIN D O’LEARY – CORA VETTE – CO 

Epic Costume Malfunction

This Saturday we ran Burlesque Noir presents Martini Time.  Holly was performing her new solo, Little April Showers, a balloon dress number.  As she approached the balloon popping portion of the act, something incredible happened.  Holly poked a single balloon, which upon exploding, caused most of the rest of the balloons to go off with it. What you see here is nearly 20 glitter filled balloons exploding in one instant.  Truly epic.  Holly went along with it and finished the act, improvising as necessary.  We’re just so glad Dark Flash Photography got a shot right at the moment of explosion.

 

Thank you so much to everybody who came out, our favorite band, Vertigo Venus, the performers, stage manager/choreographer Tony Travis, Stevie, our Kittens, DJ Brian Botkiller and the rest of the crew of Burlesque Noir.  Finally, our biggest thanks to our guest stars Honey Touche‘, Peggy Tulane and Midnite Martini for driving down to perform with us.

 

 

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