CLASSES (SF BAY)

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Fishnet Follies School of Classic Burlesque is Diablo Magazine’s Editor Pick Best of the East Bay 2011!
Learn the sultry, sassy art of classic burlesque striptease in a fun and friendly environment! You will learn fundamental burlesque moves, pinup poses, and group dance routines for the Fishnet Follies Burlesque Chorus. You will also get an overview of burlesque history, the current “revival” community, as well as pointers on how to create a burlesque persona, costumes and choreography for your own solo act.

Open to people of all shapes, sizes and backgrounds, 18 years and older. No prior dance experience necessary!

*** NOTE: GROUP CLASSES are for women only. However, Mynx d’Meanor also coaches BOYlesque and MANlesque performers. Email Mynx d’Meanor ([email protected]) to schedule a private class or small group session. ***

LOCATIONS

GREAT NEWS! Classes are now available in OAKLAND and SAN FRANCISCO!

OAKLAND
BAY FUNCTIONAL FITNESS
5255 College Avenue, Oakland CA 94618
(Rockridge/North Oakland area. Google Map)

SAN FRANCISCO
METRONOME DANCE COLLECTIVE
1830 17th Street & DeHaro, San Francisco CA 94103
(Potrero Hill area. Google Map)

CLASS SCHEDULE

BURLESQUE CHARM SCHOOL & CHORUS GIRL CHOREOGRAPHY (LEVEL 1) – 4 WEEKS

OAK: Tues / FEB 5 – 26, 2013 / 7:00PM – 8:00PM (Sold Out)
OAK: Tues / MAR 5 – 26, 2013 / 7:00PM – 8:00PM (Sold Out)
OAK: Tues / APR 2 – 23, 2013 / 7:00PM – 8:00PM
OAK: Tues / APR 30 – MAY 21, 2013 / 7:00PM – 8:00PM
*** More 2013 class dates coming soon! ***

In this 4-week series, we will focus on developing your own “showgirl shine” while learning/rehearsing a Fishnet Follies Chorus Girl group dance number!

Harkening back to the charm schools of the 1950′s, we will begin each class with mild stretches and “drills” on posture, poise, and persona. (Yes, you might have to stand/walk with a book on your head!) Then we’ll learn a Fishnet Follies Chorus Girl group dance number for upcoming shows. As usual, instructor Mynx d’Meanor recruits Fishnet Follies Chorus Girls from class.

Led by Mynx d’Meanor.

COST
Living Social voucher holders please fill out the form here.
*** More 2013 class dates coming soon! ***
OAK: MAR Early Registration: $60.00
Drop-ins: $20.00 (Cash only)

SKETCHING OUT YOUR STRIPTEASE SOLO (LEVEL 1) – 4 WEEKS

OAK: Wed / FEB 6 – 27, 2013 / 7:30PM – 8:30PM Full-Price Registration
SF: Thur / FEB 7 – 28, 2013 / 7:30PM – 8:30PM Full-Price Registration
OAK: Wed / MAR 6 – 27, 2013 / 7:30PM – 8:30PM (Living Social sold out | Full-Price Registration)
OAK: Wed / APR 3 – 24, 2013 / 7:00PM – 8:00PM
OAK: Wed / MAY 1 – 22, 2013 / 7:00PM – 8:00PM
*** More 2013 class dates coming soon! ***

In this 4-week series, we will learn the fundamental concepts of classic burlesque movement and dance, while working on crafting individual solos derived from your own unique dance (and non-dance) experiences.
1. Poise, Posture and Persona
2. Big and Bold vs. Small and Subtle
3. Peel with Appeal
4. Props and Improv
As usual, instructor Mynx d’Meanor recruits Fishnet Follies Chorus Girls from class, so we will also spend some time on group dance choreography.
Led by Mynx d’Meanor.

COST
Living Social voucher holders please fill out the form here.
*** More 2013 class dates coming soon! ***
SF:FEB Early Registration: $60.00
OAK:MAR Early Registration: $60.00
Drop-ins: $20.00 (Cash only)

LEVEL 2 CLASSES – 6 WEEKS

For the Level 2 series, we dig deeper into the art of burlesque with an emphasis on getting ready for the stage!

While public performance is not mandatory, interested graduates of the Level 2 classes are chosen to perform at the Fishnet Follies Student Showcase.

Prerequisite: Completion of Level 1 class or instructor approval. Email [email protected] for registration password.

See below for dates and times.

COST
Early Registration (Chorus Girl Level 2): $90.00
Early Registration (Striptease Solo Level 2): $90.00
Early Registration (Both Classes): $150.00

CHORUS GIRL CHOREOGRAPHY (LEVEL 2)

6 Class Meetings
“Hit Me With A Hot Note (And Watch Me Bounce)” Review + “Lascive” Chair Dance
Class size limited to 6 students
Mondays, FEBRUARY 11, 18, 25 & MARCH 4, 11, 18 @ 7:00PM – 8:00PM

COST
Early Registration: $90.00

THE COMPLETE TEASE: BUILD A STRIPTEASE SOLO ACT (LEVEL 2)

6 Class Meetings
Solo Striptease (Build a Solo Act)
6 Class Meetings
Mondays, FEBRUARY 11, 18, 25 & MARCH 4, 11, 18 @ 8:10PM – 9:10PM

COST
Early Registration: $90.00

INSTRUCTORS

Instructors Flame Cynders and Mynx d’Meanor have a combined 20+ years of dance/performance experience, encompassing disciplines such as ballet, ballroom, bellydance, modern, “street”, and jazz/swing. We are heavily influenced and inspired by the dance stylings of Jack Cole, Bob Fosse, Cyd Charisse and other “greats” of Broadway and MGM musicals. We incorporate these influences in our approach to teaching burlesque fundamentals and dance choreography.

SF BAY classes are led by Mynx d’Meanor, principal instructor. Special workshops led by guest instructors as announced.