Burlesque is a big part of what made Vegas, Vegas.
The risque entertainment of burlesque striptease and Sin City were always going to be perfect partners.
Post war, the Vegas showgirl became an emblem of Vegas spectacle, of how far Sin City would go to dazzle America. While the rest of the nation was hell-bent on women’s rights and equal opportunity, Las Vegas was convincing them to take off their tops.
By the late sixties many of the major Strip hotels had topless shows. And then in 1969 The Palomino Club, opened and became the first Vegas strip clubs, is that it is allowed to have both a liquor license, and totally nude dancers. Hot blooded males were soon jumping on planes to Vegas just to catch the show and return home on the red-eye.
Nowadays in Las Vegas there are plenty of pole dancing clubs and strippers but you can still also find the more glamorous artful side of the striptease.
Pussycat Dolls Burlesque Saloon @ Planet Hollywood is part nightclub, part bar and, of course, home of the burlesque performances that the Pussycats were originally known for.
Forty Deuce is one of the most popular nightclubs featuring racy Las Vegas burlesque each night of the week. Ivan Kane is the man behind the successful venue and the one who keeps the talent fresh and the lights low. Situated inside Mandalay Bay the soulful and steamy shows exhibit the old-world glam of Hollywood.
The Treasure Island Hotel and Casino showcases Las Vegas burlesque talent sure to please crowds. The cabaret-style burlesque of the 1920s is sweetened by a number of sensual sirens performing in the club. This is old burlesque with a new Vegas twist.
Quite possibly the hottest show in town is X Burlesque at The Flamingo. A sultry sexy show that features innovative props, fiery choreography and six stunning dancers.
And if you are in Vegas don’t forget to visit The Burlesque Hall of Fame a non-profit organization whose mission is to inspire, educate and entertain the public, fostering an appreciation for and understanding of the unique history and heritage of vintage American Burlesque. The Burlesque Hall of Fame is located inside Emeregency Arts at the corner of Fremont & 6th Streets in historic Downtown Las Vegas.
