Headmistress Gigi Holliday

Headmistress GiGi Holliday is opening the doors to Studio Holliday at Anacostia Arts Center! Join her and her local performers every Sunday as they teach the art of burlesque. All the tips, tricks, and hip dips a person could ask for.

Studio Holliday Schedule

October 5th, 2014

11:00am-12:00pm Open House
Come view the space and meet the Headmistress GiGi Holliday

12:00pm-1:30pm Burlesque 101-GiGi Holliday
Enjoy this class to dip your toes in the art of burlesque. Learn history, a sassy routine filled with bumps, grinds, shimmies and shakes.
$25 advance// $30 drop in

200pm-330pm Pasties on the Cheap-Bella La Blanc
Bella's workshop will show performers of all levels how to construct a pastie with different kinds of fabrics and materials so all budgets are met!
$20 advance// $25 drop in

330pm-430pm The struggle is real! Surviving as a professional performer
GiGi will discuss the ups and downs of making it in the glitter world.
$10 advance// $15 drop in

Buy the whole day for $50!
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October 12th, 2014
Indulge in a day with Headmistress of Boom Boom Basics (RVA) Deanna Danger

11:00am-12:00pm Empowerment & Spirituality of Burlesque
$10 advance // $15 drop in

12:00pm-1:30pm Burlesque 101-Deanna Danger
Enjoy this class to dip your toes in the art of burlesque. Learn history, a sassy routine filled with bumps, grinds, shimmies and shakes.
$25 advance // $ 30 drop in

2:00pm-3:00pm Stage make up
Learn the professional tips and methods for burlesque and cabaret performance stage makeup
$20 advance // $25 drop in

330pm-430pm Art of Stage Kittening
The most important job in burlesque is the stage kitten. This class will show you the ropes about stage set up, clean up and being sparkly at your job.
$15 advance // $20 drop in

Buy the whole day for $65!
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October 19th, 2014
11:00am-12:00pm Twerk it! Werk i!-Bunny Vicious
Don't make Miley's mistake! Join D.C.'s Master of Assels as she guides you through the mysterious dance craze that is twerking. Booty popping, wall twerking, clapping, a brief history and more will be covered. Give her an hour of your time, and she'll give you the time of your life!!
$15 advance // $20 drop in

12:00pm-1:30pm Burlesque 101-GiGi Holliday
Enjoy this class to dip your toes in the art of burlesque. Learn history, a sassy routine filled with bumps, grinds, shimmies and shakes.
$25 advance // $30 drop in

1:30pm-2:30pm Embellishing Your Bra and Panties-Dr.Ginger Snapz
Running out of ideas for how to make that final reveal sparkle? In the workshop we will learn how to alter a regular old bra into a stage worthy costume including making bras front hook, changing bras to halter, changing the backs, and techniques for making matching bras and panties.
$15 advance // $20 drop in

2:30pm-4:30pm La Boum Boum Room Go-Go Dance & Burlesque Auditions
La Boum Boum Room is D.C.' s new hottest nightlife event and they are looking for a few hot dancers.

Buy the whole day for $55
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October 26th, 2014
11:00am-12:00pm Self Care for the performer: Glitter from the inside out!
As performers our bodies are the instruments of our art, and to perform our best we have to feel our best! Join Dolly Longlegs as she outlines the top ways to keep stress in check before a show, stay healthy on the road to festivals, and glow from the inside out on stage.
$10 advance // $15 drop in

12:00pm-1:30pm-Burlesque 101-GiGi Holliday
Enjoy this class to dip your toes in the art of burlesque. Learn history, a sassy routine filled with bumps, grinds, shimmies and shakes.
$25 advance // $30 drop in

2:00pm-3:30pm-Basic Burlesque Costuming-Cherie Sweetbottom
Developed with beginning burlesque performers in mind, Washington, DC-based burlesque performer Cherie Sweetbottom will teach you the basics of burlesque costuming, from adhesives to zippers. Learn how to turn existing garments into fabulous burlesque costumes.
$20 advance // $25 drop in

3:30pm-4:30pm-History of Performers of Color-Dr. Ginger Snapz
The history of burlesque has been whitewashed to make us believe that the only stars were lithe white ingenues. This lecture will repaint that history to highlight the contributions and necessity of performers of color to the art form
$10 advance // $15 drop in

Buy the whole day for $65

Wanna take a Holliday?
Purchase all the classes for $225! Put down a deposit for $25 and we can set up a payment plan catered to you.