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A detailed look at one of the novelty garters that Lynne O'Neill would create for use (and give away to audience members as a souvenir novelty) in her dance routines..
Marion Polson In the Spring of 1940, she was a member of the ‘Merriel Abbott dancers’ that regularly performed the “Tiger Cage” dance in the historic 'Empire Room of the Palmer House’; located in downtown Chicago.. Hal Kemp
Flo Hill Vintage promo photo dated from the early 1930’s.. Ms. Hill was a showgirl at Chicago’s ‘STAR And GARTER Theatre’, where she regularly performed in the “Sun Drama” dance..
mapetitemelancolie: Jadin Wong – Moon dance.. (ca. 1940s)
tastelikesin: Jennie Lee and her energetic tassel-twirling dance..
San San performs her “Vampire Dance” routine at the ‘5 O’Clock Club’ in Miami.. As photographed by Bunny Yeager..
Lilly Christine aka. “The Cat Girl”.. Performing her “Harem Dance” at ‘Prima’s 500 Club’ in New Orleans, sometime in the early 1950’s..
Lonnie Young pulls her pet Python out of it’s travel case, before performing her popular “Snake Dance” at an unidentified Burlesque nightclub..
Norma Arden Norma is seen here, wearing a costume detail that Dixie Evans referred to, as a: “Flipper”.. A small half-moon piece of heavy fabric belted to the waist.. A small weight was sewn into the lower-half, which Dixie suggested was usual
Winnie Garrett aka. “The Flaming Redhead” Vintage 50’s-era photo captures Winnie dancing it up on stage at the famed ‘HA HA Club’; located on “Strip Alley” (52nd Street) in NYC..
BURLESQUE – As License Commissioner (Paul Moss) Likes It! Vintage press photo dated from July of ‘37, features a line of heavily-costumed chorus girls on the stage of the recently-reopened 'REPUBLIC Theatre’.. The venue was one of
An amazing color image of Sequin.. aka. (Geri Donelle) Seen here, wearing a few remnants from her “Harem Dance” outfit..
Patti Rogers In the 1950’s, she’d danced using the name: Patti Starr.. But she was not one of Blaze Starr’s stripping sisters..
Rita Grable dances around barefoot.. From a 50’s-era photo series shot by Irving Klaw..
Gene Gemay (and her Genie) She performed a popular routine themed around the “Arabian Nights” mythology.. Ms. Gemay would dance in a harem outfit & rub a large Aladdin’s Lamp onstage, from which a rubber mannequin “Genie”
leshanches: Kalantan (aka. Mary Ellen Tillotson) A small sample of her dancing in the 1946 Burlesque movie: “HOLLYWOOD REVELS”; produced by Roadshow productions..
burleskateer: Mae Blondell aka. “The Statuesque Blonde”.. Dancing on stage for patrons at a Chicago nightclub, sometime in 1952..
Honey Bee hits the drums whilst dancing on stage at Al and Mal Warner’s ‘Near and Far Club’; located on Santa Monica Blvd., in Hollywood..
Vintage press photo dated from July of ‘37, features showgirl Jai Leta posing in her “Miss Variety” costume.. After Mayor LaGuardia’s crackdown on Burlesque in NYC,— promoters scrambled to re-bill all of their shows strictly as “Vaudeville”
Marion Martin aka. “Hollywood’s Blonde Menace”.. Began her career as a chorus girl dancing in ‘Earl Carroll’s Vanities’ burlesque show.. Soon after, caught the attention of Flo Ziegfeld Jr.,– who signed
The Costello Twins Vintage publicity still features Ruth watching her twin sister adjust her hosiery, on the set of the 1948 Warner Bros. film: “April Showers”.. The twins were a well-regarded acrobatic dancing duo; but appeared in the film as part
Adriana Miller aka. “The Legendary Adriana”.. Began her career as a Jazz dancer, working with Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis, Jr.. She transitioned to Middle Eastern dance in the mid-60’s to great success.. Eventually, opening
Rita Moreno dances on stage in a publicity still from Paul Bogart’s 1969 film: “Marlowe”.. Ms. Moreno played a showgirl named: “Dolores Gonzáles”.. It was filmed at Chuck Landis’ LARGO nightclub; located on Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles..
Arlene Stevens slips out of her “Birth Of A Pearl” costume..
Evelyn West ..discovers secret details in her current dance contract!
Tirza Vintage 40’s-era promo photo taken before she become famous for her “Wine Dance” routine..
Lili St. Cyr Autographed promo photo featuring costume details from her “Leda and the Swan” routine..
A very young April March dances to music provided by the ‘King Klovis’ orchestra..
Marsha Strand performs her “Leopard Dance” on stage at Chicago’s ‘SILVER FROLICS’ nightclub; as seen in this April ‘57 issue of 'CABARET’ magazine..
burleskateer: Lilly Christine aka. “The Cat Girl”.. Martha Theresa Pompender was born on December 17, 1923; in Dunkirk, New York.. She was one of 3 children born to Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Pompender.. From a very young age, she excelled at dance
Lorraine Gettman Vintage publicity still features Ms. Gettman in the silken Octopus costume would wear in the 1941 M-G-M film: “ZIEGFELD GIRL”.. She was one of 12 showgirls chosen to perform in the film, from about 600 applicants.. She appeared in
Carmen Jones aka. “The Unusual Young Beauty”.. This is actually the same performer that danced under the name: Yolanda Moreno.. She was represented by the ‘Eddie Kaplan Agency’, under both monikers..
Blaze Starr (aka. Fannie Belle Fleming) Posing here, on her “Spontaneous Combustion” platform.. Blaze would squirm provocatively on this low podium, while a smoke machine gave a hint of danger.. Then as the final bits of costumes
Sequin aka. “Beauty in the 4th Dimension”..Posing on stage wearing a dance gown designed for her by Pal Brandeux..
Blaze Starr (aka. Fannie Belle Fleming)Posing here, on her “Spontaneous Combustion” platform.. Blaze would squirm provocatively on this low podium, while a smoke machine gave a hint of danger.. Then as the final bits of costumes were
Rose La Rose (aka. Rosina DaPello) A natural exhibitionist,– Rose was notorious for “flashing” the audience during her performances.. It’s safe to assume that she made good use of this satiny red costume, which featured breakaway
Sequin aka. (Geri Tamburello)Featured here, wearing her “Harem Dance” outfit..
afrita-hanem: The Fabulous Samia Gamal dances in the 1949 film: “Afrita Hanem”..
burleskateer: Norma Arden Norma is seen here, wearing a costume detail that Dixie Evans referred to, as a: “Flipper”.. A small half-moon piece of heavy fabric belted to the waist.. A small weight was sewn into the lower-half, which Dixie suggested
Gigi Marcell aka. “The Darling Dancing Doll”..
“Are you interested in Chinese Figures?..”Pinup artist Knute (K.O.) Munson illustrates a costumed showgirl for the popular “Artist’s Sketch Pad” calendar series; as published by the ‘Brown & Bigelow’ advertising agency in 1946..
Jewell White aka. “Dancing Diamond Set In Platinum”..During the 1940′s, she performed under the name: Flo Ash..
Lola JayA unique performer who apart from being an exotic dancer, was also an accomplished musician and singer.. Later on, she’d leave the accordion behind and dance under the name: “Polly Anne”..
pulpgasm:Nejla Ates aka. “The Exquisite Turkish Delight”..Clip taken from her dance sequence in Howard Hughes 1955 film: ‘SON Of SINBAD’..
“Is my turban disturbin’?..”Pinup artist Knute (K.O.) Munson illustrates a costumed showgirl for the popular “Artist’s Sketch Pad” calendar series; as published by the ‘Brown & Bigelow’ advertising agency in 1946..
Mitzi (aka. Mitzi Porter)Late-period promo photo from the late-60′s (possibly even early-70′s) when she was dancing under the name: “Mitzi Million”.. An under appreciated (imho) “Legend” in Burlesque, she debuted as a Feature
Georgine “Miss Torso” Darcystrangedazeyage makes the valid point that this is NOT dancer Lilly “The Cat Girl” Christine.. I’ve seen the mistake made a number of times. I’m guessing it has to do with the mask and costuming.. She did work as
Mae Blondell aka. “The Statuesque Blonde”..Dancing on stage for patrons at a Chicago nightclub, sometime in 1952..
Liz Renay Dancing on stage for patrons at an unidentified theatre, sometime during the 1970′s..
burleskateer: Frances DuBay (without Her Educated Stallion!) Miss DuBay did not spend her entire Burly-Q career performing onstage with a live horse.. She had a number of other popular dances, as well – One of which involved performing as a spooky
Tania Lemani (aka. Tanya Lemani)Known primarily for her acting roles in Film and Television, Tania began her show business career in Burlesque.. At the tender age of 16, she was offered a weekly contract to dance in a nightly stage show
gmgallery:“A Dancing Darling” – by Billy DeVorss (ca. 1940s)
Kalantan (aka. Mary Ellen Tillotson)Vintage 40′s-era promotional photo of: “Aleene Dupree” – the star of the 1946 movie: “HOLLYWOOD REVELS”; as produced by Roadshow productions.. By the early 50’s, Aleene would also begin dancing
burleskateer: Blaze Starr performs her “Miss Spontaneous Combustion” routine.. The act involved squirming provocatively on a low settee (or chaise), while a smoke machine gave a hint of danger.. Then as the final bits of costumes were removed, a
burleskateer: Rose La Rose (aka. Rosina DaPello) A natural exhibitionist,– Rose was notorious for “flashing” the audience during her performances.. It’s safe to assume that she made good use of this satiny red costume, which featured breakaway
burleskateer: Georgine “Miss Torso” Darcy strangedazeyage makes the valid point that this is NOT dancer Lilly “The Cat Girl” Christine.. I’ve seen the mistake made a number of times. I’m guessing it has to do with the mask and costuming..
burleskateer: COSTUME ADJUSTMENTS.. Jennie Lee (at Left) is featured with good friends: Pat Flannery (middle) and Doreen Gray, in a publicity photo for the 1951 Burlesque film: “DING-DONG! A NIGHT in the MOULIN ROUGE”.. It was a documentary-style
burleskateer:Arlene Stevens slips out of her “Birth Of A Pearl” costume..
Julie Gibson Poses in her “Bashful Bride” costume at Philadelphia’s tiny ‘The WEDGE Club’..More pics of Julie can be found here..
Photo Cassati ~Dance costume, Paris, 1940
