Saffron Soleil Burlesque Classes A La Carte
THIS LISTING IS FOR SELECTING ONE SPECIFIC CLASS. ADD MULTIPLE VARIANTS TO YOUR CART TO SIGN UP FOR ADDITIONAL CLASSES AT $45 EACH. Check out the separate bundle listing to sign up for all of Saffron's Signature Workshops at $30 off!
Saffron has been performing in live entertainment and burlesque shows across the country since 2012 - and has now distilled her years of experience into workshops for beginner performers and veterans alike! All classes are held at The Crescent Collective at 1800 Decatur St on Sunday from 11AM-2PM & Thursdays from 7PM-8:30PM. Classes are +18 Only.
May 18 11-12:30 PM
Act from Scratch - Burlesque Act Development with Saffron Soleil
This is a workshop that gives attendees a starting guide to developing a unique and polished act as a burlesque performer. This class will host discussions on creating your ideas, feedback and practical advice on how build the performance of your dreams. Whether new or a veteran, this is a low pressure environment to give voice to your ideas and creativity. Feel free to come with ideas already brewing or a blank page! This workshop is made for getting started!
May 18 12:45-2PM
The Business of Burlesque: Beginner Etiquette & Advice with Saffron Soleil
A lecture class that includes topics like booking, professionalism, producer etiquette, backstage behavior, networking, safety, and more! Discover how to get started in the burlesque scene and learn practical advice about the grit and passion it takes to be a successful performer in the DMV area. Performers of any level or medium - newbies and veterans welcome! Feel free to bring something to take notes for this lecture style session followed by Q&A.
May 22 7-8:30PM
Open Mic Night & Peer Review Hosted by Saffron Soleil
First come, first serve performance slots. Feel free to participate as an audience member or a stage hand! Stay to give or receive constructive feedback in a safe space. This is a 18+ Performers only event and space to practice acts, get feedback, dress rehearse, compare notes, and chat with peers. Burlesque, Flow Arts, Sideshow, Drag & other adjacent performances are welcome!
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Sign up to perform here:
https://forms.gle/EUFjsuM3DfqbN14x5
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Call: 7PM
Open mic will begin shortly after opening, ~ 7:10PM. Please come as dressed and ready as possible. Bring your camera phone to give to a volunteer to grab a copy of your act.
Admission: Suggested Donation $7 / Pay What You Can - Proceeds go towards covering space use for the evening at Crescent Collective and BURLESSQNS for supplies and labor.
May 25 11-12:30PM
How to Make A Panel Skirt
A guide to making the costume staple in any burly closet, the panel skirt. Follow along as Saffron explains the mechanics of patterning a custom panel skirt as well as material choices, notions, and construction from scratch.
May 25 12:45-2PM
Stillness On Stage
A short lecture and light movement exercise workshop to train the brain to stay present in a live performance. The Art of the Tease relies on good pacing and body awareness - this workshop is geared towards learning how to effectively utilize quiet moments on stage and grounding yourself while you perform. Whether a comedy performance, or a slow burn, timing is everything! Feel free to bring something to take notes with and its recommended to wear comfortable clothing that is easy to move in.
June 15 11-12:30PM
Let Me Upgrade You: A Guide to Embellishing a More Is More Costume with Saffron Soleil
This lecture style workshop is a presentation and hands on guide to Saffron’s unique and practical decoration tips. Feel free to bring something to take notes for topics including materials to use, costume design, finishing techniques, construction advice and more! Saffron will walk through ways to improve and upgrade a full look from head to toe. With these tips you can take your costume from pretty to picturesque without all the frustration of figuring out where to start!
June 15 12:45-2PM (FREE)
Open Stitch & Bitch - Open discussion/craft time
Bring a craft project you're working on and get to gluing, styling, crafting, whatever! Come with your own tools and supplies. Hang with fellow performers and artists of all mediums and work on something in a chill atmosphere. Feel free to bring cozy items, snacks, cushions for maximum craft time!
June 22 12:45-2PM
Saffron's Costuming Madness - Materials, Construction & Cost
A lecture class with a slideshow presentation describing all the tips, tricks, and hacks Saffron uses to make all the costumes and props in her repertoire. The session will touch on the basics of Saffron's process when conceptualizing and creating one-of-a-kind original costumes. We will cover practical advice from years of experience and study in the mixed media arts. Feel free to bring something to take notes with, as this workshop also contains resources and links to Saffron's preferred craft and costume supply sources!
June 26 7-8:30PM
Open Mic & Peer Review Hosted by Saffron Soleil
First come, first serve performance slots. Feel free to participate as an audience member or a stage hand! Stay to give or receive constructive feedback in a safe space. This is a 18+ Performers only event and space to practice acts, get feedback, dress rehearse, compare notes, and chat with peers. Burlesque, Flow Arts, Sideshow, Drag & other adjacent performances are welcome!
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Sign up to perform here:
https://forms.gle/EUFjsuM3DfqbN14x5
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Call: 7PM
Open mic will begin shortly after opening, ~ 7:10PM. Please come as dressed and ready as possible. Bring your camera phone to give to a volunteer to grab a copy of your act.
Admission: Suggested Donation $7 / Pay What You Can - Proceeds go towards covering space use for the evening at Crescent Collective and BURLESSQNS for supplies and labor.
June 29 12:45-2PM
Pastie Making Tips and Tricks with Saffron Soleil
Known to the local scene as the Pastie Plug, Saffron designs and creates custom shapes and wearable art in the form of pasties! Follow along on a full hands-on lesson covering all of Saffron's pastie making techniques and tips. Participation and questions are encouraged. Pastie materials will be supplied by Saffron, and attendees will leave with a pair of pastie bases to embellish how they like!
Recommended supplies (optional):
- scissors
- hot glue
- glue sticks
- Beacon Fabric Glue
- a scrap of stretchy fabric (ex: spandex)
