Cry Me a River
A dramatic, visually beautiful and emotive act! Who ever said heartbreak can’t be glamorous?! Featuring 50 feet of blue satin, Violette’s gown unravels from her body to become a river across the stage, as she takes you from heartbreak to sweet release.
*Note, this act requires a stage width of between 27-40 feet (12 metres).
Watch the act: 2019 New York Burlesque Festival / 2019 Toronto Burlesque Festival / 2018 Edmonton Burlesque Festival
Photo by FUBARFOTO
Photo by Chris Hutcheson
Photo by Jill Keech
Photo by Jay Procktor
Photo by Ruth Gillson
Photo by MaryBeth Lafferty
Violette’s Acts
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What does it mean for a burlesque performer to be the “Least Naked Woman”? With a Mae West wink-and-a-smile, Violette embodies classic striptease in this act. Learn more >
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A tribute act to the sophisticated and gender-blurring sensuality of silver-screen star Marlene Dietrich. If you don’t fall in love with Violette in her dapper tuxedo, you’re sure to be living la vie en rose when she reveals her decadent rose costume underneath. Learn more >
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Jazz Age decadence. This act encompasses the bittersweet zeitgeist of the ’20s (both then and now), featuring magnificent custom green and gold waterfall boa fans. Learn more >
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A beautiful and dreamy feather fan act. Let Violette intoxicate and thrill your audience in her signature colour, as she dances with a pair of lilac feather fans. Learn more >