CLASSES
The Vaudeville Consortium is delighted to announce our Second Term for 2026!
*Tutor photos by Captured by Madi
ALL CLASSES IN STUDIO
Where: Paddington Play Centre & Paddington Hall (10 Moreton St, Paddington)
How to enroll: Fill in the enrolment form here: https://www.thevaudevilleconsortium.com.au/book-a-class
Our experienced and award winning team of teachers this term offer an array of performance styles for students at all levels of experience.
4, 7 & 8 WEEK COURSES AVAILABLE: 23rd March to 15th May 2026
NEXT SHOWCASE: Saturday May 16th at Ron Hurley Theatre, Seven Hills
DISCOUNTS:
ENROL AND MAKE FULL PAYMENT AS AN EARLY BIRD AND GET ANY 8 WEEK COURSE FOR $150!
(*Must enroll and make full payment by 8th March for this offer to be valid*)
TERM BOOKINGS:
Fill in the classes here here:https://www.thevaudevilleconsortium.com.au/book-a-class
CASUAL BOOKINGS:
For classes where casual bookings are accepted, please fill in the enrolment form and make your payment prior to the class each week you are attending.
ALL CLASSES AT - PADDINGTON PLAY CENTRE (10 Moreton St, Paddington)
MONDAY’S: PADDINGTON PLAY CENTRE
When: 6:30-7:30pm
Teacher: Cora Confetti
Class: Slow & Sexy
Class Dates: 8 consecutive weeks commencing 23rd March
All Levels
Price: $190 Term or $30 per class for casuals
An all-levels burlesque class set to Moonlight by Kali Uchis, focused on slow burn, mood, and magnetic presence. We explore the power of restraint, intention, and allure — where a single look can say everything. This class invites you to feel yourself fully and leave an audience utterly captivated.
Opportunity to perform at The Vaudeville Carnival 16th May.
When: 7:30-8:30pm
Teacher: ClockworkManda
Class: Sexy Choreography - Boybands Megamix
Class Dates: 7 consecutive weeks commencing 30th March
All Levels
Price: $170 Term or $30 per class for casuals
This performance term with ClockworkManda is all about BOYBANDS!
You've had a taste of 5ive in last terms casual class so now we're gonna fully emerse ourselves in the awkward, probably-too-sexual-for-their-target-audience vibes that were the bops of the late 90s. We got 4 bangers in a megamix, which we will learn over the first half of the term and then it's polish and shine for the carnival!
There's E17, there's B2K, Nelly and N*SYNC and of course 5ive.... So come and join the fun!
Opportunity to perform the routine at The Vaudeville Carnival 16th May!
TUESDAY’S: PADDINGTON PLAY CENTRE
When: 6:30-7:30pm
Teacher: Lydia Grim
Class: Sewing Class 2
Class Dates: 8 consecutive week full term commencing 24 March
All Levels
Price: $190 Full Term or $30 per class for casuals
1st 4 weeks: Bump/Panel skirts:
The first four weeks Lydia will take you through drafting a basic pattern for your skirt, then sewing your skirt. Depending on your chosen fabric, style/fullness this may include features such as hemming and sewing French seams, as well as attaching your panels to an elastic waist band. This class will require basic machine sewing. BYO sewing machine ideally, as Lydia will only be bringing one to class with a limited number of places for students without machines.
2nd 4 weeks: Pasties and headpieces:
The second half of this term Lydia will take you through tips and tricks for creating different styles of pasties, including creating fun shapes, and pastie bases covered with fabric to match a costume. We will also create a basic showgirl headdress, and accessories built on a slide comb base. Lydia will supply an amount of craft foam, but you are welcome to bring your own if you want a specific colour. The tricks you learn can be applied to other materials once you've practiced with craft foam. Lydia will also have a supply of headbands and combs. BYO glue gun and glue sticks!
When: 7:30-8:30pm
Teacher: Lydia Grim
Class: These Boots
Class Dates: 8 consecutive weeks commencing 24th March
Level: Beginner/open
Price: $190 Term or $30 per class for casuals
Grab your favorite pair of boots and stomp and strut your way across stage to Nancy Sinatra's These Boots Are Made for Walking. Sign up and you'll be enjoying Lydia's brand of neo burlesque, a bit of slinkiness with a little wink, and a big dollop of camp quirkiness. You'll have a luxurious eight weeks to learn and perfect this choreography, before an optional performance opportunity at our next Vaudeville Carnival. A flick of fringe and splash of sparkle, this performance will have a costume designed to show off those legs, with mix and match components able to be tailored to your own self expression. We'll be transforming our boots with shoe covers into curly toed witchy boots, and completing the look with a suitably matching hat. Why restrict spooky vibes to Halloween? As usual, Lydia will take care of some costume pieces, and you'll be responsible for the basic components with Lydia happy to help with simple modifications to add removability. - Beginner Friendly Burlesque - Versatile witchy themed costuming to accommodate different human beings - No floor work in this choreography.
Opportunity to perform the routine at The Vaudeville Carnival 16th May!
WEDNESDAY
When: 6:30-7:30pm
Teacher: Scarlet Tinkabelle
Class: Thunderstruck Showgirls
Class Dates: 8 consecutive weeks commencing 25th March
All Levels
Price: $190 Term or $30 per class for casuals
Turn the volume up and unleash your inner rebel in this high-voltage burlesque class with Tink!
We’ll be channeling pure rock goddess energy, dancing to Thunderstruck by AC/DC. Think fierce struts, power poses, gritty glamour, and unapologetic attitude.
This isn’t classic feather-fan showgirl, it’s leather, studs, smoldering eye contact, and stage-commanding confidence. You’ll learn sharp choreography, musicality & how to own the stage like a true showgirl.
Perfect for dancers who want their burlesque bold, edgy, and a little dangerous. Heels on. Volume loud. Let’s get thunderstruck.
Costume will be, black, duh!
Bring your heels, wear your comfies & have your water bottle handy.
Opportunity to perform the routine at The Vaudeville Carnival 16th May!
When:7:30-8:30pm
Teacher: Scarlet Tinkabelle
Class: In the Spotlight
Class Dates: 4 consecutive weeks commencing 25th March
All Levels
Price: $150 for 4 week term - no casuals
Step into the Spotlight and debut a new solo or refine an existing act in this 4 week solo intensive course.
Join Tink this term with 'In The Spotlight' a solo development class aimed at performers wanting to take their performances further or prepare for upcoming competitions.
With Tink’s background in classical dance training, fireplay, sideshow, theatre, production, makeup and a variety of other skillsets, they are able to assist a wider variety of styles for performance.
If you are unsure, please get in touch. We want to make this process as pleasurable as possible for you. Creating should be fun!
Opportunity to perform your act at The Vaudeville Carnival 16th May!
When: 7.30-8.30pm
Teacher: Scarlet Tinkabelle
Class: Fire Eating Sessions
Class Dates: 4 consecutive weeks commencing 22nd April
Price: $175 for 4 week term - no casuals
Looking to learn the art of Fireplay or looking to increase your fire skills? Learn from Brisbane’s fiery fairy themself!
Sanctioned Fire Queen by Satan’s Angel, Tink has been performing and training in the art of fire fusion with burlesque and dance for over 8 years.
The course will include Fire Eating, live & dead wick pulls, transfers, fleshing & building combinations for fire performance.
Fuel & apparatus use is included in the course.
THURSDAY’S: PADDINGTON PLAY CENTRE
When: 6:30-7:30pm
Teacher: Scarlet Tinkabelle
Class: Fabulous Fans
Class Dates: 8 consecutive weeks commencing 26th March
All Levels
Price: $190 Term or $30 per class for casuals
Feather goodness is just so fabulous right?!
We will be mastering the seductive and glamorous technique of feather fan dancing and this term, promises to elevate not only your mood, but your fan moves too!
A select few fan pairs are available for use during the classes – be sure to check availability before booking in.
Recommended for intermediate and above levels due to the length of the course. (please check in if you are unsure on suitability before booking)
Students to wear comfortable clothing they can move in, heels & bring a water bottle.
Routine will be to Fabulous by C.U.T!
Costume is sparkly nude Bra & Knickers with wrap skirt to match fans.
Opportunity to perform the routine at The Vaudeville Carnival 16th May!
When: 7.30-8.30pm
Teacher: Tickle Allure
Class: The Blue Note; A 1950s Jazz Burlesque Intensive
Class Dates: 8 consecutive weeks commencing 26th March
Level: Beginner/open
Price: $190 Term or $30 per class for casuals
Step out of the daylight and into the haze of a 1950s underground jazz lounge. This 8-week choreography series focuses on the art of the "slow burn." Forget the high-energy kicks of the showgirl; we are diving into the sultry, grounded world of a lazy piano bar. Think velvet curtains, a single spotlight, and the effortless cool of a jazz standard playing in the corner.
What You’ll Learn
Over two months, we will build a full routine from the ground up, focusing on:
• The 50s Jazz Aesthetic: Master classic movements like feline walks, low-profile drags, and liquid-smooth transitions.
• Musicality & "The Pocket": Learn how to dance behind the beat, letting the piano dictate your breath and your pauses.
• The Art of the Reveal: We’ll incorporate classic burlesque removals, styled with the sophistication of the era
• Character & Storytelling: Develop your stage persona—are you the weary chanteuse, the mysterious regular, or the star of the show?
Opportunity to perform the routine at The Vaudeville Carnival 16th May!
PRIVATE LESSONS:
All of The Vaudeville Consortium Teachers are available for you to book for one-on-one coaching tailored to suit your needs! Whether you are wanting to work on an existing act to take it to the next level, begin a new routine or simply wish to hone down on some set skills, our teachers have you covered.
Private Lessons start at just $110 per hour in studio and require booking through TVC - contact us for more info or to arrange with a tutor of your choosing.
Fire performance/privates for all levels and various apparatus are also available upon request.
Should you have any queries please email us at: thevaudevilleconsortium@outlook.com
Booking Form: https://www.thevaudevilleconsortium.com.au/book-a-class
Please complete this along with your payment to secure your place in your selected course.
Payment details will be sent to you upon confirming your enrolment.
All tuition fees (casuals excluded) to be paid prior to the commencement of term 23rd March 2026, unless you are enrolling under the early bird promotion whereby all fees are to be finalized in full by 8th March 2026.
Please note, whilst we cannot offer general refunds, for withdrawing from classes due to medical reasons/covid related reasons, we are most happy to transfer to another term for you or discuss an alternative, please just speak with us directly.
Any questions, please ask! We want to keep you feeling safe in our space, and we really are here to help and remove any extra stress. Let’s Dance!