FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Burlesque Masquerade Ball 5th November 2016
On Saturday the 5th of November, the Willis Wellington Hotel will come alive, offering an evening of decadence featuring
a world renowned comedian, an Australian burlesque legend and a tour de force of dance, circus, burlesque and musical
performers.
Wellington is set to be dazzled by a star-studded lineup organised by award winning, international burlesque performer,
teacher and producer Courtney L'amour.
This year, guests are also invited to enjoy a complimentary dance lesson before the show, to really make the most of the
ball experience.
Now in its 7th year, The Burlesque Masquerade Ball is an annual burlesque and cabaret extravaganza that showcases the
talents of top performers from around New Zealand and International acts. The line-up includes various styles of
entertainment, including burlesque, cabaret, circus, comedy, salsa, dance troupes, singing and dancing. Bring out your
ball gowns and dust off your suits as there are amazing prizes for best dressed - this once a year event is a night of
high-class, high-end entertainment not to be missed!
Starring:
Zelia Rose - Australian Burlesque Legend - Winner “Best Debut” at Burlesque Hall of Fame, Las Vegas; Winner of Miss Burlesque
Australia 2014
Fanciforia Foxglove - Award Winning Burlesque Performer
Full Swing Vintage Dance Co - Charleston Dancing
Bettsy Rose Lee - Hamilton Burlesque Diva
Boomtown Okrabats - Circus adagio
James Nokise - Award winning comedian and MC
Les Folies de L'amour - Award winning Burlesque & Cabaret dance troupe
Latin Suave - Salsa dance troupe
Zoe Kee-Sue - International Dancer
Studio L’amour Burlesque Graduates Advanced burlesque students from Studio L’amour
Tom LaHatte and His Jazz Bandits - Live Jazz Band
WHAT: The Burlesque Masquerade Ball 2016
WHEN: 6pm, Saturday 5th November 2016
WHERE: Willis Wellington Hotel, 355 Willis Street, Wellington.
TICKETS: General admission $55, VIP $90 (early bird GA tickets for $45 available until 5th October)
ENDS