PIBF Headliner Workshops

With Raquel Reed, Kitty Obsidian and Kelly Ann Doll!! ✨ PIBF 2026: HEADLINER MASTERCLASS SERIES ✨ Take your performance skills to the next level with world-class instruction at the Perth International Burlesque Festival 2026! We’re bringing together three powerhouse industry legends for an exclusive series of intimate, high-impact masterclasses. Whether you’re looking to master complex movement, safely incorporate fetish elements, or sharpen your technical footwork, these sessions are designed to elevate your craft. 🖤 WORKSHOP 1: Kink for Performance Instructor: Kitty Obsidian When: Wednesday, 21st October | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Where: Huzzard Studio Open Space C5 Level: All Levels (No prior kink experience required) Let’s break down kink in performance! This essential workshop explores the ethics, legalities, safety risks, and history of kink as it intersects with stage spaces. Whether you're curious about incorporating fetish elements into an act or already working with them, this class gives you the foundation to do so safely and impactfully. Drawing on 15 years of industry experience across burlesque, fetish performance, education, and professional kink work, Kitty Obsidian will guide you through: • Navigating safety risks, consent, and stage ethics • Finding, vetting, and working with qualified instructors • Practical resources for performers operating in adult/fetish spaces Come curious, leave informed. What to Wear/Bring: Wear whatever lets you move freely - if you have props or equipment, feel free to bring along for Q&A, but please check with Kitty before using anything. ⚡ WORKSHOP 2: Fast & Smooth Footwork Instructor: Kelly Ann Doll When: Wednesday, 21st October | 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM Where: Huzzard Studio Open Space C5 Level: Intermediate (or confident movers looking to expand their vocabulary) Level up your stage presence from the ground up! Led by the unstoppable force Kelly Ann Doll, this 90-minute intermediate workshop is designed to refine your technical precision, speed, and fluid grace on stage. What You'll Learn: • Mechanics of high-impact, rapid footwork • How to build speed and precision without sacrificing control • Navigating complex spatial movement and fluid transitions • Injecting personality and flair into every step What to Wear/Bring: Please wear comfortable dance attire or practice shoes you can move freely in. Come ready to sweat, slide, and pick up the pace! 💫 WORKSHOP 3: Mastering Movement Instructor: Raquel Reed When: Thursday, 22nd October | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Where: https://www.houseofhoneys.com.au/ Level: All Levels (Beginners to Seasoned Performers) Ready to smash through performance plateaus, unleash your raw stage energy, and captivate every eye in the room? Whether you're taking your very first steps on stage or looking to break out of a creative rut, this 90-minute masterclass will transform the way you move. Led by international star Raquel Reed, Mastering Movement dives into body language, stage presence, and effortless flow: • Harness energy that commands attention and holds the audience spellbound • Work with your unique style, body type, and artistic voice • Master seamless transitions and high-impact physical storytelling What to Wear/Bring: Wear whatever lets you move freely - from comfortable dance gear to full show costumes if you want to test out specific pieces! Bring your curiosity, your movement goals, and any creative blocks you're ready to conquer! 🎟️ TICKETING INFORMATION • Spaces are strictly limited to ensure tailored instruction and enough time for instructor feedback. • Please ensure you arrive 10 minutes prior to class start times for registration.