Refine your artistry and elevate your performance in this advanced solo class designed for experienced burlesque performers. Inspired by the timeless glamour of Volstead's Emporium's acclaimed production Appetite, you'll create a sophisticated, vintage-inspired solo act that emphasizes presence, musicality, and intentional performance.
Throughout the session, you'll explore how to command a non-traditional performance space, deepen your connection to your music, and develop the confidence to hold an audience's attention through nuance, storytelling, and authentic stage presence. Rather than relying solely on choreography, this class focuses on the finer details that transform a good performance into a captivating one.
Students will receive personalized feedback from Deeva Rose, with special guest instruction from Bessie Snow, who will join select classes to share her expertise and artistic perspective.
All music selections must be approved by Deeva Rose and Bessie Snow, and each student is required to create an approved vintage-inspired, high-glamour costume that complements the aesthetic of the performance.
This class is ideal for performers looking to polish their craft, embrace classic burlesque, and develop a performance that is both bold and unforgettable.
Prerequisites: Completion of Solo Performance Level One and Solo Performance Level Two, or instructor approval from Deeva Rose.
Not sure if this class is the right fit for you? Email Deeva here
Key Dates:
Costume Shop Days: Saturday August 15th & September 12th 11:30-1:30pm
Dress Rehearsal: Monday September 28th, 2026 6:30-8:00pm at The Rose Academy
Showcase: Wednesday September 30th, 2026 7:00pm Showtime at The Volsteads Emporium
We are committed to making classes as accessible as possible. Contact us in advance with specific accessibility needs.
This class is SOLD OUT! To be added to the waitlist please email Deeva here!
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Eight - 90 minute group classes
A pair of pasties with tassels
All school dress rehearsal at The Rose Academy
Professional Student Showcase open to the public
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$384 For Performance Series
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Payment Plan Available Here! - 4 monthly payments of $96
Payment Plan AgreementBy enrolling in a payment plan, you agree to pay the full cost of the course in installments, regardless of attendance or completion. All payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. This agreement is binding upon registration and secures your spot in the program.
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Refund Policy:
Fees are not refundable, and cannot be transferred to another individual or applied to a different class or product. Unless otherwise specified, all in person, virtual and on demand classes are intended for the sole participation of the registered student. Each participant must be a registered student.
Late Policy:
Class begins on time. There is a 5 minute window. If you arrive later than 5 minutes after class starts you will be allowed in at the discretion of the teacher.
Class Cancellations:
Individual classes may be canceled or rescheduled as required based on the needs of the Rose Academy and individual instructors. Best efforts will be made to ensure that rescheduled classes accommodate the majority of students.
If an in person or virtual class or workshop is canceled due to weather or the absence of an instructor, fees will be refunded to the account or card from which they originated. Refunds will not be issued by cash, check, or any other form.
Intellectual Property:
Recordings and class materials may not be saved, distributed, broadcast, or shared except by or with the explicit permission of The Rose Academy of Burlesque.
Accessibility:
We strive to make classes as accessible as possible. Please contact us in advance with accessibility needs.
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The Rose Academy of Burlesque strives to be an inclusive space, and we welcome adults of all ages, gender expressions, races, and ability. These policies are intended to be clear and forthcoming to our guests, staff, and renters.
Rose Academy staff, students, and visitors will respect all pronouns and gender expressions. Through our actions and art, we actively dismantle bigotry, cultural appropriation, ableism, racism, transphobia, sex worker phobia, body shaming, diet talk, and talk of intentional weight loss.
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All Classes
Classes begin 5 minutes after the scheduled start time.
Students arriving more than 20 minutes late will not be permitted to join class that day.
8-Week Performance Classes
Students are allowed:
Up to two excused absences per session
Up to one unexcused absence per session
Excused Absences
An absence is considered excused when the student notifies the instructor no later than 4 hours before class begins.
Unexcused Absences
An absence is considered unexcused when:
A student does not show up to class without notice, or
A student notifies the instructor less than 4 hours before class begins.
Unfortunately emergencies do happen. If an emergency causes the need for an absence each situation will be navigated with care to figure out next steps.
Reporting an Absence
Students must notify their instructor directly through email or in the class's group chat if they will be missing class.
Dress Rehearsal
Attendance at the dress rehearsal during showcase week is mandatory.
Excessive Absences
Students who exceed the allowed number of absences (more than two excused absences and/or more than one unexcused absence) may be required to withdraw from the class without refund.
Students enrolled in a payment plan remain responsible for completing all scheduled payments, even if they are withdrawn from class due to attendance policy violations.
When signing up for a payment plan there is a second step that can be easily missed. Once you set up your payment plan you will receive an email that looks like the photo below. Make sure to click the blue "schedule" link to finish signing up for your class.
Payment Plan Agreement
By enrolling in a payment plan, you agree to pay the full cost of the course in installments, regardless of attendance or completion. All payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. This agreement is binding upon registration and secures your spot in the program.