The Shimmy Shake Berlin Burlesque School hosts a wide variety of exciting burlesque classes. Each class is focused on a different style or skill, to cover all facets of burlesque performance. After each term students have the opportunity to perform the choreography they learned at our graduation event, the Shimmy Shake Show. Whether you are interested in classic Bump and Grind, Costuming, Neo, Characterisation, Movement, Striptease or Styling, with our ever-changing roster and exciting list of guest teachers we have something for everyone. The teachers of the school are also able to offer special private classes for those wanting to hone existing skills or that prefer to start learning in a private environment.
*Our classes are suited to all levels of fitness and experience.*
SHIMMY SHAKE – BERLIN BURLESQUE SCHOOL
Shimmy Shake DROP-INS 2024
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from February – December
– Beginner Burlesque. In this class we cover all of the classic burlesque movements, walks, poses, touch on history, costumes, expression and posture.
What we learn in this class will be built in to a themed routine. Perfect for those wanting to start burlesque or brush up on the basics!
– Special Focus. In Level 2 classes we focus on a theme, prop, style or discipline and explore its use further. Level 2 classes are aimed to build skills using a specific technique.
Examples of Level 2 themes: Boas, Striptease, Neo Burlesque, Boylesque, Floorwork etc.
*We recommend previous experience or minimum 1 x Level 1 course before enrolling in a Level 2 course.
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DROP-IN DATES 2025
| ROTATION DROP-IN | LEVEL | START | FINISH | TEACHER |
| ROTATION 1 | LEVEL 1 | 03.02.25 | 24.02.25 | Lolita Va Voom |
| LEVEL 2 | 04.02.24 | 25.02.25 | Chiqui Love | |
| ROTATION 2 | LEVEL 1 | 10.03.25 | 31.03.25 | Seliquere |
| LEVEL 2 | 11.03.25 | 01.04.25 | Lolita Va Voom | |
| ROTATION 3 | LEVEL 1 | 14.04.25 | 05.05.25 | Kara Leva |
| LEVEL 2 | 15.04.25 | 06.05.25 | Vivi Sugar | |
| ROTATION 4 | LEVEL 1 | 12.05.25 | 02.06.25 | Chiqui Love |
| LEVEL 2 | 13.05.25 | 03.06.25 | Lolita Va Voom | |
| ROTATION 5 | LEVEL 1 | 08.09.25 | 29.09.25 | Seliquere |
| LEVEL 2 | 09.09.25 | 30.09.25 | Vivi Sugar | |
| ROTATION 6 | LEVEL 1 | 06.10.25 | 27.10.25 | Mimi Oh La La |
| LEVEL 2 | 07.10.25 | 28.10.25 | Lolita Va Voom | |
| ROTATION 7 | LEVEL 1 | 10.11.25 | 01.12.25 | Kara Leva |
| LEVEL 2 | 11.11.25 | 02.12.25 | Chiqui Love |
Trial: 15€
ACT CREATION COURSES 2025
ACT CREATION COURSE with Lolita Va Voom 19.30 – 21.00 TUESDAYS
| ACT CREATION | START | FINISH | TEACHER |
| ROTATION 1 | 04.02.25 | 11.03.25 | Lolita |
| ROTATION 2 | 15.04.25 | 20.05.25 | Lolita |
| ROTATION 3 | 02.09.25 | 07.10.25 | Lolita |
| ROTATION 4 | 28.10.25 | 02.12.25 | Lolita |
Do you want to make your own solo show? Or even work on a duo or trio number?
Lolita Va Voom will help you to create your own signature act or re-vamp an older act in this 6-week course! Focusing on choreography, character, theme, costume, music and styling, you will walk away with a polished solo number ready for stage. We recommend coming to class as prepared as possible for best results!
Price: 150€ 6 class pass
40€ Drop-in (Only if spaces are available. Full course bookings prioritised)
Language: English
Level: Open
Class Limit: 6
19.30 – 21.00 TUESDAYS
Bring: Pen and paper and anything you have for your show idea i.e music, costume, props etc.
*Private sessions for Act Creation and consultation are also available year round. Please email to inquire on availability and prices.
ACT CREATION REGISTRATIONS: shimmyshakeberlin@gmail.com to register
All of our Drop-in classes are suited to all levels of experience! Perfect for those wanting to try burlesque for the first time or more experienced performers and students who would like to learn some new skills.
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Location: Imago Tanzstudio
Address: Straßmannstraße 18, 10249 Berlin – Friedrichshain
**limited places**
COME SHIMMY WITH US!!
Lolita & Co xo