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American form of burlesque has its origins in 19th century music hall entertainments and vaudeville, in the early 20th century American burlesque re-emerged as a populist blend of satire, performance art, and adult entertainment featuring striptease and broad comedy acts that derived their name from the low comedy aspects of the literary genre known as burlesque.
Here the term "burlesque" was used loosely to describe these adult revue shows in which striptease acts would perform - often with themes, characters or gimmicks - but classic striptease and "hootchy kootchy" dance were already forms in themselves and not automatically "burlesque" by default.
In burlesque, performers, usually female, often create elaborate sets with lush, colorful costumes, mood-appropriate music, and dramatic lighting, and may even include novelty acts, such as fire breathing or contortionists, to enhance the impact of their performance.
Burlesque Hall of Fame
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burlesque_Hall_of_Fame
List of Hall of Fame inductees:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burlesque_Hall_of_Fame#Miss_Exotic_Wor...
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burlesque
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Minsky%27s_Burlesque