I was first introduced to the world of Burlesque by some friends that began performing it. First in San Francisco, then I met performers in Los Angeles, then on the East Coast in the Carolinas, and up through DC, Baltimore, and New York. Besides the obvious appeal of scantily clad women, as a comedian I became fascinated with the culture and performance as it reminded me of a throwback to the days of vaudeville. I befriended many burlesque artists across the country and even performed in several shows myself. When I started this podcast, it seemed a natural fit to interview burlesque performers.
Candy Del Rio and Reverend Valentine were two very prominent artists in the DC/Baltimore area when I first saw one of their shows. Their attention to detail in costuming as well as their theatrics made them a big hit. I asked them for an interview, and thankfully they said yes.
Recorded in 2012, please enjoy this blast from the past!
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