Welcome to the official blog of The Velvet Burlesque - proudly curated, produced, choreographed, wrangled, and occasionally dragged kicking and screaming into existence by me, Lara Gothique - aka BOSS LADY.

If you’ve ever wondered what really happens behind the velvet curtain, this is the place. Expect tales from the stage, backstage truths and gossip, showbiz sparkle, tips and tricks of the trade, serious conversations, and the occasional scream into the void.

The Velvet Burlesque is proudly rooted in the spectacular world of showbiz - a full-throttle, high-kicking, multi-tasking burlesque and cabaret-based circus of unbridled creativity, and a beautifully chaotic love affair with live performance.

This isn’t just a blog - it’s a megaphone from the wings. It’s the voice that shouts over the music when the mic cuts out. It’s the glitter-covered truth from someone who’s lived it, loved it, and probably hot-glued and safety-pinned it back together in a blind panic at 3am.

 What to Expect from This Blog:

• Behind the Scenes of the Industry - the unfiltered chaos, smoke and mirrors you don’t see from the audience
• Things You Might Not Know About the Industry - myths, realities, and the bits nobody talks about
• Boss Lady Rants & Reflections - running a one-woman showbiz circus is not for the faint-hearted
• Backstage Banter - the truth behind rehearsals, rituals, and the inevitable prop-malfunction
• Performance Prep & Pep Talks - because “Trust the Process” really does work
• Audience Advice - how to get the most out of your night with us
• Boss Lady’s Almanac - monthly musings and mischief

Whether you’re a member of our classes, a show audience regular, a wide-eyed newbie, simply stumbled on our website via a random Google search, or just someone who simply likes a bit of razzle-dazzle with their reality - I see you - welcome to the madness.

Get comfy.

You belong here.

Boss Lady - Lara Gothique

Founder, Curator, Choreographer, Swamp-Witch, and Slightly Feral Producer of The Velvet Burlesque™