Burlesque combines dance, music, and parody as a way to both celebrate and ridicule sexuality—and studies suggest dancers can reap social and emotional benefits.

KINGSTON TWP. — Women gathered for a burlesque workshop at The Silver Broomstick on Saturday did much more than learn how to move, they learned how to appreciate their body and feel good about ...

As we continue our #BringTheLove campaign, this month Relationships Editor Charreah K. Jackson explores burlesque dancing to help embrace her body—and how all women can do the same Breathe into your p ...

Rehearsal starts in 30 minutes, and everyone is standing around in lingerie. They’re undressed and ready to dance. This isn’t ballet or jazz-dancing. It’s burlesque. Lingerie is the required uniform — ...

Cantrill owns Vitality Fitness and Dance, a burlesque dance studio in Cedar Rapids. There, she works to help women of all ages, shapes and body sizes to gain confidence through the art of burlesque ...