As women continue to fight for equal pay and the right to make choices about our bodies, the art form of burlesque boldly spotlights self-expression, providing a forum for owning and celebrating ...

For Ruby Rounds, burlesque is much more than just fancy striptease—it’s a breeding ground for radical political movements. “A lot of what’s prompted me to move in the direction of producing a show is ...

If you have always wondered what burlesque is all about, you’re not alone. Often thought of as tawdry, risqué, and sometimes blasphemous, Cybil Unrest and her burlesque troupe, Truth Or Dare ...

A Metro desk collaboration features portraits in color film that honor burlesque’s history and showcase its vibrancy. The photographer Kholood Eid with Jo Weldon, a performer, in Coney Island, ...

One of the biggest names in modern burlesque is Dita Von Teese, but have you heard of Sophie Sucre, Bebe Bardot or Mae Rose. If you answered "no," you’re not alone and Sophie Sucre is working to make ...