<p> <i>The Burlesque Handbook</i> is the essential manual to understanding and performing both classic and neo-burlesque. Written by Jo Weldon, award-winning founder of the New York School of Burlesque, this book features easy-to-follow suggestions and exercises for developing stage-worthy confidence, presence, and sexiness. You'll learn about the fabulous makeup, costumes&#151;including pasties!&#151;moves, grooves, and attitudes of burlesque. <i>The Burlesque Handbook</i> is the must-have guide for everyone interested in this vibrant and wildly popular performance art, providing inspiration and practical information that readers can take straight from the page to the stage! </p>