With allure, humor, and artistry the dynamic women of Brown Girls Burlesque (BGB) come from a variety of cultures from across the globe; bringing to the stage the erotic and playful voice of Women of Color.

 

On October 12, 2007 over 250 packed into the Pussy Cat Lounge to witness the birth of the BGB experience to the sounds of Jimi Hendrix.

 

Six weeks later BGB began a residency at New York City's Zipper Factory Theater, consistently packing this Off-Broadway house with their exciting mainstage shows. When something is this hot, fresh and authentic, people take notice. The BGB Lovelies have graced the pages of Bust Magazine, The Advocate, The Village Voice, TRACE's “Black Girls Rule” issue and $pread Magazine, and were featured in a video on NYPost.com entitled “Burlesque in Color.” 

Brown Girls Burlesque is a company of women of color dedicated to creating their own reflection in the art form of burlesque using whimsy and the theatrical depth. BGB stands out in the crowded space of the neo-burlesque movement by circumventing the classical and new school interpretations of burlesque by blending cultural traditions, experiences, and a distinctive artistic aesthetic.

 

Celebrating their cultures, expressing their opinions and showering the audience with their sexuality with fierceness, artistry and humour. BGB is dedicated to creating a space for more women of color to take the burlesque stage