The art and craft of burlesque

Upcoming Classes

“All shapes, sizes, ages are made to feel welcome. Really friendly group of students who have become my friends too. ”
— Liz Knox

Want to boost your confidence? Find newfound confidence and enjoy feeling sexy again with our burlesque classes!

If you're looking to spice up your dance repertoire and add some sass and self-assuredness to your movements, come and learn burlesque with Miss Kitty’s Meow.

We offer a range of classes on different days and timeslots so that you have the chance to find an opportunity and a style of burlesque that suits you.

Whether you're a seasoned dancer or a complete beginner, all our classes offer a safe and inclusive space to explore the art of burlesque.

So grab your feather boa and join the fun – it's time to unleash your inner burlesque diva!

 
“ Grace is a great teacher. We get to do so many fun routines. It makes you stand taller, feel sexier and you tick off the weekly exercise without even realising it. You also get to be surrounded by a great group of women who are supportive and wonderful... if you are thinking about it do not hesitate.”
— Elysia Mannix
Burlesque student on stage at Burlesque Showcase May 2024

Introduction to Burlesque Course

Wednesday 7 January - Wednesday 28 January

Prima Ballet Academy| 105 Main Rd Moonah

6.30pm -7.30pm


Have you always been curious about burlesque? Looking to unlock the tools to unleash your inner burlesque star?

If you are looking for high heels, sparkles and wicked confidence, this beginner focused course is for you. Over four 60 minute lessons, you will tease out the classic burlesque moves, to an old school burlesque soundtrack that will have you bumping and grinding in no time.

Suited for all ages, shapes, sizes and genders - no experience needed! This is the burlesque introduction you have been waiting for.

Bookings essential.

Cost is $100 per person for this four week course.

Please check the Terms and Conditions on booking. Note that bookings are not refundable.

Introduction to burlesque course
A$100.00

“Burlesque Goes Barbie” - Modern Burlesque Course

Sunday 11 January 2026 - Sunday 1 February 2026 (4 week course)

4pm -5pm

Prima Ballet Academy | Corner Main Rd and Hopkins Sts Moonah

It’s time to think pink and sparkle like your most confident self! 💅

Step into a world of sass, style, and self-love in this beginner-friendly burlesque course inspired by everyone’s favourite doll.

Each week will see you embrace modern and contemporary burlesque moves, with each class built around key poses, transitions and steps.

Learn a fun, flirty routine filled with sexy burlesque moves and Barbie-level confidence and soundtrack songs!

No experience needed — just bring your personality (splash of pink optional!)

Barbie Burlesque Course
A$100.00

Barbie pink logo image (2025)

 Act Development Course

 

Are you thinking of making a solo debut? Wanting to refine your burlesque routine?

Get the right guidance and support for your burlesque journey through this intimate mentoring opportunity.

The Act Development course is a mentoring opportunity design to take your act from an idea to the stage, or to help you make sure your solo packs a WOW factor!

Work with Grace Cherry across individual intensive sessions and shorter group events - all designed to help you take an act from concept right up to stage.

This course includes performance outcomes of a “Work in Progress” event on 18 March 2026 at Kickstart Arts, New Town and two professional performances at Moonah Arts Centre on 24 and 25 July 2026.

More than just a one off opportunity - this program helps you with the stepping stones to a longer term burlesque practice - whether as a hobby or as a profession.

““You are the most emotionally intelligent person I know. Your feedback is always spot on and well delivered”
”
— Olive Allure (Act Development Program 2021)

Olive Allure at the Burlesque Graduation Showcase 2021

Photo: Neil Buonaccorsi

What does the course include?

  • x1 45- 60 minute online individual introduction session (booked by appointment)

  • x 1 group induction session online on Wednesday 28 January 2026 at 7.40pm - 8.40pm

  • x 4 individual coaching sessions with a focus on developing key skills you need for a professional solo debut - from choreography and concept to costuming and making a visual impression. Each session is booked by appointment in after work (5pm onwards) or weekend hours.

  • x 1 group rehearsal presentation session

    Plus when you enrol you will also get:

  • Access to a private Facebook group for ongoing Q&A and troubleshooting

  • An original e-book by Grace Cherry full of tips and tricks

  • Bonus tip sheets to help you rehearse and build an act from scratch

  • Opportunity to perform your solo at the Work in Progress Burlesque Show at Kickstart Arts on 18 March 2026

  • Opportunity to perform your solo at the Burlesque Showcase at the Moonah Arts Centre on 24 and 25 July 2026

The investment is $200 for students that have participated in this program before and $350 for new participants. Payment plans available on request.

You can download the information pack here for more details.

Please read the terms and conditions carefully before booking. This is an intensive mentoring program, and participants are encouraged to make sure they have the time and commitment for the course before bookings.

Questions? Please contact Grace Cherry at meow.burlesque@gmail.com

Act Development Course
from A$200.00

Confirmation of participation in 2026 Act Development Course. This booking is for intake one - with a scheduled performance at at the mid year Showcase at Moonah Arts Centre 


burlesque Workshops

 
“ It is such a supportive space, and Grace’s teaching style is so clear and enthusiastic. I always leave class with a massive smile on my face and a huge boost to my confidence.”
— Claire Batchelor
 
 

“You Can’t Strip With Us” - Introduction to Burlesque Workshop

Sunday 14 December at 4pm - 5.30pm

Prima Ballet Academy | 105 Main Rd Moonah

(enter via corner Main Rd Moonah and Hopkins Sts)

$30 per person

Get in, loser — we’re going dancing!

This beginner-friendly burlesque workshop takes inspo from Mean Girls’ iconic “Jingle Bell Rock” performance, with a burly twist.

Learn a cheeky, confidence-boosting routine that channels your inner Plastic — full of sass, sparkle, and holiday spirit.

We’ll break down easy-to-follow classic burlesque moves, playful poses, and a dash of theatrical flair, all set to a reimagined Jingle Bell Rock track.

No experience needed — just bring your confidence (or borrow some from Regina), and wear something you feel fabulous in!

🎀 What to bring:

  • Comfortable clothing you can move in

  • Optional: heels or dance shoes

  • Festive or pink accessories encouraged!

"Mean Girls" Burlesque Workshop (Sunday 14 December 2025)
A$30.00



💋 Chair Dance: Stocking Peels Workshop

Wednesday 17 December

6.30pm-7.45pm

Prima Ballet Academy | Cnr Main Rd and Hopkins St Moonah

$30 per person

Ready to turn up the tease? This sultry, playful workshop focuses on the art of the stocking peel — one of burlesque’s most iconic and flirtatious reveals!

Learn how to combine chair choreography with slow, sensual stocking removals to create a routine that’s equal parts strength, grace, and cheeky fun.

No experience needed — just bring your curiosity, a pair of stockings, and an open mind.

🪩 What to bring:

  • Chair (preferably — studio chairs provided where possible)

  • Stockings (with or without garter belt)

  • Comfortable clothing you can move in

  • Optional: heels

Chair Dance + Stocking Peels Workshop (17 December 2025)
A$30.00
 

Flex and Stretch Workshop for Splits

Sunday 21 December

4.30pm - 5.45pm

Prima Ballet Academy | Cnr Main Rd and Hopkins St Moonah

Pay what you can

Join Grace Cherry for a 75 minute yoga- burlesque fusion flow - aimed at strengthening and lengthening hamstrings

This workshop is perfect for anyone curious about achieving the front or middle splits. But all the tools and techniques in the workshop will give you the foundations for strong hamstrings.

No need to be close to the splits, just a curiosity and willingness to learn! Grace will guide you through a series of postures aimed at building key muscle groups, followed by stretching and tips on safely entering or exiting a split.

The class will include a closing meditation leaving you feeling refreshed and rested after the flexibility training.

Pay what you can - bank details and cash box available in the class.

Wear: Something you can move and bend in

Bring: Yoga mat if you have one. Yoga blocks can be helpful if you have them on hand

RSVP to meow.burlesque@gmail.com

 More information

 

Want to learn burlesque? Need a bit more information?

You can check out Grace Cherry’s Blog on what to expect at your first burlesque class here.

Or check out our FAQs document.

The Terms and Conditions are also available here to download and save.

Students in our Moonah studio Photo by Neil Buonaccorsi

Students in our Moonah studio
Photo by Neil Buonaccorsi

Questions? Get in touch !