Are you looking for a killer burlesque show in Melbourne? Well, look no further!

 

The doors to decadence swing open, the bubbles are flowing, and Melbourne’s newest playground of glamour, mischief, and tease is calling your name!

 

The Sip Club is the first dazzling affair of The Melbourne Festival of Tease! Equal parts cheeky soirée and glitter soaked party. Think velvet-rope sophistication meets unapologetic debauchery. Phenomenal burlesque performances, cocktails that won’t quit, and surprises that keep the night deliciously unpredictable.

 

It’s exclusive, it’s outrageous, and it’s where Melbourne comes to sip, sparkle, and surrender to the fun. Forget the ordinary darlings, this is where the party begins, and you don’t want to spill a single drop.

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Get your Melbourne Festival of Tease & Burlesque tickets while you can folks. Once they're gone, they're gone!​​

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MC:​​​​​​​​​​ Reuben Kaye (VIC)​

HEADLINER​​​​​​​​​S: P. No Noire & Faggedy Randy (USA)

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PERFORMERS:​​​​​​​​​​ ​

Maple Rose (VIC)

Kitty Obsidian (VIC

Lucy Lovegun (WA)

Jazida (ACT)

Nat Oakes & Nat's blokes (WA)

Bendy Ben (VIC)

Dominica De La Meruta (VIC)

Fortuna Maxima (QLD)

Rielle La'Vish (QLD)

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When the lights go low, the house is full, and the band kicks in,

The Late Night Grind...House comes alive.

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Dripping with sophistication and scandal, this late night playground is home to the performers who aren’t afraid to bare it all. See one of the most exciting burlesque events Melbourne has to offer! All backed by our phenomenal live band this show is the perfect after hours burlesque event.

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We're not serving you step ball change, cheesecake burlesque at this one folks, no no no, It's loud, it's sexy and it's loose! Think dirty jazz, debaucherous behaviour and shows that happen not just on the stage, but right at your table.

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Where the bump, the grind, and the sweat of the stage blur into a haze of smoke & sin.​​​ 

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MC: Reuben Kaye (VIC)​

HEADLINERS: Sweetpea & Faggedy Randy (USA)

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PERFORMERS:

Basjia (NSW)

Juniper Fox (VIC)

Bella De Jac (VIC)

Petra Liyahn (CANADA)

Karl Kayoss (WA)

Martini McFly (QLD)

Odette (NSW)

Mimi Sugarpill (UK)

Lotta Voltage (WA)

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We’re not just about incredible shows! We’re here to celebrate learning, growth, and the art of burlesque in all its glittering glory. The Workshop Day is your chance to dive deep, explore new skills, and sharpen your craft with a line up of incredible classes led by industry pros. 

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From killer stage makeup and costuming secrets to floorwork finesse, act development, and burlesque classes, there’s something for every performer, dreamer, and teaser.

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At The Melbourne Festival of Tease, we believe education is the beating heart of our industry. Knowledge is power, and we’re passionate about creating space for performers to grow, connect, and take their artistry to the next level.

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SATURDAY 2ND MAY 2026​

Studio Take Care - 1 Pitt St, Brunswick VIC 3056

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10.30am - 11.30am Fou Fou Kaboom - Fou Fou's Face F*ckery

10.30am - 12pm - Maple Rose - Costuming

11:45am - 12:45pm Sin Salute - Body Confidence

12:15pm - 1:45pm Tangerine Scream - Stage makeup

1pm - 2.30pm Faggedy Randy - Size queen, chorey for any stage

2:45pm - 3:45pm Petra Liyahn - Tease The Beat, musicality meets instinct

4:00pm - 5:30pm Carla Conlin - Pose for the camera​

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This isn’t just a competition, it’s a celebration!

 

The teasers who have been strutting, sparkling, and slaying stages for years. The artists already making waves, now stepping into the spotlight to prove they’re ready to soar even higher.

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Expect acts that stop you in your tracks. Powerhouse performances, jaw dropping artistry, and next level moments as competitors unleash their strongest, fiercest, most unforgettable numbers.

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And while there is a crown on the line, this night is about so much more. Think career defining prizes, international recognition, paid opportunities on world class stages, and one on one mentorship with leaders of the industry.

 

This is where futures are forged, careers are catapulted, and legends are born.

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This is the competition everyone will be talking about.
Don’t just hear about it, be there when the future icons of tease take flight.

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MC: Whisky Falls​

HEADLINERS: P .No Noire & Sweetpea (USA)

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JUDGES:

Faggedy Randy (USA)

Ruby Slippers (VIC)

Sweet Pea (USA)

P .No Noire (USA)

Domino De Jour (VIC)

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COMPETITORS:

Fou Fou Kaboom (UK)

Eva Devore (NSW)

Celeste O'Lea (CANADA)

Clara Fable (VIC)

Hot Blonde Slvt (WA)

Cyrus (NSW)

Tangerine Scream (VIC)

Dorian Courtisan (SA)

Roxxy Tocin (QLD)

Deeva D (UK)

Vera Storm (NSW)

Lolly Moon (WA)

Petra Liyahn (CANADA)

Clara Cupcakes (QLD)

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When the curtain falls, the real fun begins.

 

The After Party is where the glitter gets wild, the fashion gets fierce, and the drinks flow all night long. Think hot beats, bold looks, and a room full of the fiercest party people in town. Taking place at Melbourne's award winning, most favourite cabaret corner - The 86! There's cozy booths, a safe storage place for performer luggage, a pumping dance floor and one helluv-an espresso martini.

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It’s loose, it’s loud, and it’s the place to let your hair down! Let's celebrate in style, and dance until dawn with performers, producers, and the entire tease family.

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This isn’t just an after party, it’s the ultimate festival blowout.

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Tickets are available on the door at The 86!
$10 if paying with cash or $14 on card.

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MC:​​​​​​​​​​ Ruby Slippers (VIC)​

HEADLINER:​​​​​​​​​​ Bettie Bombshell (VIC)

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PERFORMERS:​​​​​​​​​​ 

Milo Harthill (VIC)

Johnny Gash (VIC)

Ferri Maya (VIC)

Moisty Magic (NSW)

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Step into a world of rhinestones, corsets, and creativity at our fabulous burlesque market made by and for the tease community.

 

Browse stalls packed with costume magic, glittering accessories, vintage gems, and one-of-a-kind burlesque goodies from local makers and artisans.

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Whether you’re a seasoned performer hunting for your next showstopper piece or a devoted fan wanting to take a little sparkle home, this is the place to find it.

With a cosy pop-up café, fabulous finds, and plenty of time to mingle, The Market Day is where performers and fans come together to celebrate the art of tease.

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THE MARKET VENDORS BEING OFFERED WILL BE ANNOUNCED SOON!

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SUNDAY 3RD MAY 2026​

Studio Take Care - 1 Pitt St, Brunswick VIC 3056

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10:30am - 12:00pm Jazida - Silk fans masterclass

10:30am - 12:00pm Mimi Sugarpill - Use Your Voice

12:15pm - 1:45pm P. No Noire - Intro To Acro With P. No

2:15pm - 1:45pm Viola VaVoom - Sewing Machine 101

2:00pm - 3:30pm Sweet Pea - Elegant Intensity

2:00pm - 3:30pm Bella De Jac - Classy Strippers

3:45pm - 5:45pm Natasha Hedes - Nip Sip Club (performance workshops)

3:45pm - 5:15pm Kitty Obsidian - Kink 2.0

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