Burlesque and payment is always doing the rounds as a hot topic. There are always times where we regret decisions (almost instantly) when you go against your gut and perform at events that feel substandard or where you don’t feel valued....be it creatively or financially.
Read MoreSome great life tips if you find yourself needing to work from home. Please add your best hacks in the comments!
Read MoreI’ve just dropped an announcement on my Facebook page sharing my newest venture - online learning!It was something that has been on my mind for awhile. I have definitely noticed an uptake in enquiries from casual workers and shift workers, that often find it hard to commit to a weekly class. So I’m making a commitment to get with the times and offer some flexible learning options!
Read MoreAt different points during the year there is an increase in bookings for private gigs: either corporate events for organisations or private parties in the home.
As performers we often have our own guide on how to behave for these events, how to charge and how to be safe.
But clients - or potential clients- can struggle on how to find and book a reputable performer. Check out Grace Cherry’s tips before making that first booking. Or if you just want some advice on keeping your performers safe and happy.
Read MoreHow do you go from being a "newbie" to a more established performer. At what point do you stop being new?
Performers can find it hard to know when they aren't a 'newbie' anymore. Or how they can jump out of the 'newbie' category into a bigger pond.
There's no one right or clear pathway. It's not like you can get a promotion instantly in the burlesque industry. Or that you graduate from 'newbie' after meeting a sales target or gaining a qualification. There's a blurry line as you move throughout your career.
Take some tips from Grace Cherry about the transition from ‘newbie’ to a more established artist.
Read MoreToo many events forgetting the absolute basic needs of performers. Consider this blog post some ideas on good practice - and one that should lead to great engagement with your performers and better profit margins.
Read MoreWhether you are starting out, or are a seasoned performer, good networking is something that is worth practising.
Why is this important? It’s all well and good to be talented. But getting opportunities to perform without connecting with other people.
Not a natural extrovert? That’s okay. But it’s a necessity really. So take some tips from Grace Cherry on how to practice and improve.
Read MoreEnjoy that spotlight and the attention that being on stage generates. But make sure your definition of success is driven by yourself.
Sounds simple, right? But if you need some tips on building self -approval, please read on!
Read MoreGrace Cherry lifts the lid on producing a burlesque a show- with some words of caution and hot tips for anyone producing a show for the first time.
Read MoreWant to make a good impression? Some quick tips on keeping yourself tidy backstage.
Read MoreWant to get more bookings? Grace shares some quick tips to step up your game!
Read MoreBurlesque is an industry obsessed with sparkly and glittery. And it comes with a hefty price tag for that moment of absolute dazzle worthiness onstage.
I'm all for a big costume, prop and a lot of rhinestones. But this can definitely become a drain on the hip pocket. Which is fine if you're getting the big gigs to go with it. But that's not always possible.
This isn't a blog post on stopping buying swarovski's, rhinestones and appliques. I can't say that because I'm an example of really bad addiction. My advice centres on how you can be a bit more mindful in where you spend your money - and how to get some more bang for buck!
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