The Cheek of It! Beginners Burlesque

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If you were at our Workshop Weekend, you will have met the lovely Lady Cheek (aka Zoe Charles) who runs The Cheek of It! School of Burlesque and Cabaret which promises to turn you from a curious kitten to a teasing temptress in just a few short weeks! 

A burlesque course from The Cheek of It! is more then just wiggles and winks! Founded in 2007, and having trained over 3000 women, the school is  based on three words; inspiration, empowerment and fun.

The Cheek of It! and Lady Cheek are committed to you not only learning the art of tease but to helping promote a healthy body image, and incredible confidence, as well as feeling totally fabulous about life, love and the universe! 

The "Showtime" Beginners course starts in the Spring in both North and East London, and you can book your place HERE

To try it out before launching straight in, pop along to a drop-in class at Pineapple Dance Studios, Covent Garden, every Wednesday 7-8pm. More details HERE

Pictured: Lady Cheek and her fans!

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