Shimmy Around the Globe as the Jigglewatts Celebrate World Burlesque Day

Austin's sinsational artists join the international festivities

"...coming to you, courtesy of Austin's own innovators of the ecdysiastic arts, the Jigglewatts...."

April 27, 2022 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Run Away With the Jigglewatts' Circus

First Austin show in two months highlights a darker side

"...Who doesn't love the circus? The nighttime glamour, the hint of danger under..."

Sept. 18, 2015 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Brighten Your New Year With the Jigglewatts

Austin's premier burlesque troupe says a lively goodbye to 2013

"...For most of us, it's candy and stuffing. For the Jigglewatts, each holiday another reason to break out the..."

Dec. 27, 2013 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

The 'Tease That Binds

The Texas Burlesque Festival builds community among those who are hip to the strip

"...a hook – that little something unique that snags the audience. It can be a shake or a shimmy..."

April 15, 2011 Arts Feature by Richard Whittaker

Qmmunity: Leading the Drag Revolution

Vanguard showrunner Hermajestie the Hung talks challenging bigots & creating a space “ruled by love and governed by freaks”

"...A vanguard in title and action, Hermajestie the Hung's showcase of Black, queer, and trans talent every..."

April 29, 2022 Column by James Scott

Farewell For Now to The Highball

A personal look back at the sweetest gin joint on South Lamar

"...So The Highball has closed and shut up I just have..."

Nov. 21, 2012 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Burlesque the Vote: Because Nekkid is Non-Partisan

Presidential debates and pasties (just not at the same time)

"...about a presidential debate watch party with burlesque as the big cherry on top...."

Oct. 3, 2012 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Where the Girls Go/ATX: Tassels Addition

Where the grrrls will be this April weekend

"...This weekend Austin plays host to the Texas Burlesque Festival. And where there's glitter, tassels, and..."

April 11, 2014 Qmmunity Post by Sarah Marloff

Avant Glam Breaks Out the Mistletoe

What's Christmas without a little unwrapping?

"...her long-time partner-in-grind Roxie Moxie have decided to celebrate the holiday season the only way they know how: With..."

Dec. 21, 2013 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Gettin' Hot Under the Collar

Hotter Than Hell Burlesque revs up I-35

"...There's a hot wind blowing in from the North this..."

July 24, 2015 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

The Gay Place: SO MUCH BOUNCE PER OUNCE

Express yourself and ya booty with so much bounce, it'll make ya flounce

"...Austin's gay chamber – high up in one of the few top-floor bars in town. Bring your cards, your..."

July 20, 2012 Column

Even the Undead Gotta Dance, Gotta Sing

John McLean's labor of love, Z: A Zombie Musical

"...front: John McLean is not a big fan of the undead. Ooky, slimy zombies screaming for brains do not..."

June 13, 2008 Screens Feature by Joe O'Connell

Pasties and Pleasure at the Marchesa

Texas Burlesque Festival returns this weekend

"...Get the big underwear hamper out: The Texas Burlesque Festival returns..."

April 11, 2012 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

The Good Eye: V Is for Vulnerability

There ain't nothin' hurly or burly about these ladies

"...bulls-eyes, those tiny boob yarmulkes of burlesque? Is it their magical, seemingly contradictory ability both to reveal and conceal..."

May 23, 2014 Column by Amy Gentry

Best Burlesque/Cabaret Show

Jigglewatts

"...In true Austin style, the Jigglewatts began on the set of a low-budget zombie..."

Sept. 11, 2015 Best of Austin Feature

Swapping Sparkle for Spandex

Jigglewatts go back to the '80s

"...leg warmers and "Frankie Says" shirts. As part of their regular residency, the Jigglewatts will be taking a trip..."

July 27, 2010 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

A Bit of Bettie, A Little Storm

An Austin tribute to the queens of burlesque at the Alamo Lake Creek

"...The starlets of the Austin burlesque scene will be donning..."

Jan. 15, 2010 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Star of Texas Tattoo Art Revival Returns to Austin for Year 16

The ink and creativity flow this weekend, Jan. 26-28

"...Whether you're trying to finish that arm sleeve with a..."

Jan. 22, 2018 Events Post

Something Sassy for Christmas

Avant Glam Cabaret says Hello Holiday!

"...So the weather outside may not be so frightful. But it's..."

Dec. 23, 2015 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Hollywood, Motherhood, and a Dash of Glamour

Two burlesque shows, two very different concepts

"...DeLure are two busy ladies. As a cofounder of the Jigglewatts Burlesque, Joule balances their Maggie Mae's residency with..."

Nov. 15, 2014 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Luv Doc Recommends: Cleavage Chronicles: Everybody Loves Boobs

The Vortex, Saturday, February 12, 2011

"...doubt America's favorite palindrome – followed closely by tit. They are often used interchangeably, but unfortunately tit is a..."

Feb. 11, 2011 Column by The Luv Doc

Burlesque With an Independent Streak

Texas Burlesque Festival at 501 Studios this weekend

"...It's a well-kept secret to those in the know that Austin is one of the best towns..."

April 21, 2010 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Art Against Cancer

The Art Bra project turns a calendar into a really thoughtful gift

"...still looking for that last minute (or belated) gift, the Art Bra Calendar 2010 could provide that double whammy...."

Dec. 22, 2009 Design Post by Richard Whittaker

Qmmunity: OUTsider Festival Returns In Person

Queer transmedia arts fest kicks off Feb. 16-20

"...beloved queer transmedia festival OUTsider returns in person for the first time since the beginning of the pandemic in..."

Feb. 4, 2022 Column by Beth Sullivan

Event Menu

Any excuse for a party

"...(515 S. Congress, 462-3512, www.freebirds.com) joins nonprofit Music for the City to present weekly benefit performances on its patio...."

Oct. 15, 2010 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Best Burlesque/Cabaret Show

Jigglewatts

"...Jigglewatt? Jiggle … who? If you’ve gotta ask, then it’s time to get educated about Austin’s sexiest and..."

Sept. 12, 2014 Best of Austin Feature

Freakshow-a-Go-Go

Austin Drag Collective goes beyond drag in this eclectic spectacle of performance

"...In retro parlance, drag is about divas. For the Austin Drag Collective – which is hosting Austin's first..."

May 29, 2009 Arts Feature by Cindy Widner

Gay Place

Gay Place friends share their vices

"...a good vice – a little somethin' to take the edge off, a little chaos to get lost in...."

Jan. 6, 2017 Column by Sarah Marloff

Gay Place

Nuts: not just for trucks

"...WANT THEM?..."

Nov. 18, 2011 Column by Kate X Messer

Moving Violation

Classic sexploitation films shake things up at the Alamo

"...been suffering some kind of mass fainting spell from the tide of sex, perversion, and violence that was twisting..."

Oct. 7, 2011 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

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