Create an Issue - Burlesque Summer Camp
Every Sunday from June 28 to August 2 and Tuesday, August 4, 2026.
A summer to create, learn and shine!
The camp takes place over 5 Sundays and one Tuesday evening spread between the end of June and the beginning of August. For one full day per week, you will be guided by professional artists from the Montreal burlesque scene, reconnu.es for their talent, pedagogy and artistic flair.
As the weeks go by, you will learn how to:
Choose your music and build a unique burlesque character
Design and manufacture your costume elements
Exploring movement, sensuality and staging
Structure and choreograph your act
Comprehensive and intensive training
This camp is for anyone motivated to create a personal act and to be actively involved in the process. A significant part of the work is done at home between sessions: choice of music, rehearsals, costume crafts, reflection on the staging...
Each day is structured around practical workshops, presentation times and constructive feedback. You will be accompanied by a different teacher each week, which will allow you to benefit from several artistic approaches and sensibilities. Among the artists invité.es this year: Roxy Torpedo, Lady Josephine, Mina Minou, Freya Moon, Gina Gelato and Kinky Karma.
The complete experience: photoshoot + final show
In addition to the creative workshops, you will participate in a professional photoshoot. This will be an opportunity to capture your character in images, to create quality content for your social networks or portfolio, and to keep a strong memory of this adventure.
The camp will conclude in style with an end-of-camp show, presented in front of a warm audience made up of your ami.es, families and members of the burlesque community. A golden opportunity to unveil your creation on stage and celebrate your journey!
Practical information
📍 Location : Arabesque Burlesque – Montreal
🗓️ Dates : Every Sunday from June 28 to August 2 and Tuesday, August 4, 2026
⏰ Schedule : 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (including a lunch break) * Except Tuesday, July 4 which will be starting at 6:00 p.m. at the Wiggle Room.
📸 Photoshoot : Included in the program - July 19
🎭 Final show : August 4th evening – at the Wiggle Room
Who is this camp for?
For débutant.es who want to experience their first creative process
Intermediate artists who want to deepen their approach
Anyone curious to explore burlesque art in a structured, joyful and professional setting
No previous experience in dance, theater or performance is required, but a good dose of motivation, curiosity and availability is essential!
The full schedule below
Total Cost
$745 + taxes. Pay in 5 instalments at no cost!
DISCOUNT
Subsidized spaces for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Colour) and Trans* people We offer a 30% discount on classes for people who identify as BIPOC and/or Trans who want this rate. Send us an email below to benefit from this program.
This initiative is part of a social justice effort to reduce the barriers created by systemic discrimination. By offering this rate, our intention is to promote equitable accessibility for historically marginalized groups, without restricting the welcome and support offered to our entire community.
LOCATION - Studio 204 @ 7100 St Hubert Street
REGISTRATION - Registration is mandatory. As 10 places are available, register now!