The 4th Annual New York Burlesque Festival

The 4th Annual New York Burlesque Festival brings three days and nights of glitter and glamour to Gotham. Over 100 of the world’s best and brightest stars strut their stuff at three new glamorous venues. The New York Burlesque Festival is the largest and most talked about burlesque event in the universe, showcasing the most stellar performers from around the globe to dazzle the audience. There are traditional striptease artists, un-traditional strip tease artists, aerialists, hula hoopers, choreographed dance troupes, cutting edge bands and DJs.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 at 8PM (The Premiere Party)

Celebrate opening night at the new Brooklyn hot spot, Studio B (259 Banker Street), with the infamous, Scotty the Blue Bunny. Indulge yourself with scandalous live entertainment from burlesque performers, Go Go dancers and sideshow acts. This notorious party will keep you dazzled and dancing for days.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 at 8pm (The Saturday Spectacular)

The spotlight event of this year’s festival is at Manhattan’s posh art-deco venue, The Supper Club (240 West 47th Street). Over 30 of the most accomplished performers from around the globe gather for an event emcee-d by the legendary Murray Hill.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 at 2pm (Burlesque Showboat & The Golden Pastie Awards)

Hostess Miss Astrid is your captain for the Burlesque Cruise and Golden Pastie Awards Ceremony aboard The Queen of Hearts Showboat (Pier 40)! Brought back by popular demand, this gala event features a cruise around Manhattan, live performances, a live band and the Golden Pastie Awards Ceremony where festival participants are awarded Golden Pasties for extraordinary achievement.