Shimmy La Roux not only is a highly respected Chicago based performer and producer, she’s a cornerstone of the community. Here are some things you should know about her:
Denmark Playmate of the Year 2023
5x Top 50 most influential burlesque performer in the world
Miss Burlesque World 2022
Shimmy is one of those rare total packages of polished performer, controlled and hospitable emcee, and engaged and organized producer. She’s a true pro and moreover, she really, truly cares about the world and our relationships in it, and in this current environment, that is precious.
She also gets how salads in the south are never salads and I appreciate bonding over that.
Shimmy is wearing the Nasty Nice in a size M.
Hot Tawdry is a powerhouse. Emcee. Producer. Performer. Cancer survivor. Blue eye shadow wearer. Understands the damn assignment.
I have the honor of knowing this incredible human since our beginnings and let me tell you, this person does not mess around. She makes a five course meal out of every performance, and is one of the best emcees I’ve ever worked with. Her dedication to this craft is a thing to which we should all aspire.
Hot Tawdry is seen here in the Tawdry size S. (Yes, I did name it after her since she prompted the idea, but she did so by saying “Yeah, I like this thing you’re wearing but I want it to be sluttier” which is amazing but also bitchy so she gets only partial credit.)
Sio Bast is a Goddess. A Diety of Darkness. A Goth Pinup Chola. She is an honest to god stealer of breath.
Sio has cemented herself as a core unit of the Chicago Burlesque community over the last decade, producing innovative shows with a distinctly Latin voice — a perspective essential to the fabric of Chicago. Her unwavering representation of herself and her heritage is inspiring. She is effervescent, joyful, and her performances are an absolute pleasure to watch.
Sio is wearing the Tawdry in a size L.