In the 19th century the word burlesque, meaning "in an upside down style," had a slightly different function. The term originally referred to a wide range of comic plays that had a sexual edge. In the past, the shows were meant to mock the upper class with ludicrous imitation of solemn subjects.
As time went on, the comedic angle shifted to mainly showcase the display of seductive woman with outrageously skimpy attire. Burlesque shows today rely more on the raciness factor and some consider them to be more of a striptease or lap dance. This may be true to some extent, but there are many event venues that attempt to host a more classic and true burlesque show.
Original burlesque shows contain three parts. Exaggerated comedians, drawing on crude humour, performed the first act. The second act was the olio-which is a compilation of varied acts-which included vocal and instrumental musicians, gymnasts, and magical acts. The third performance involved the relevant politics and news features of the time and grotesquely imitated it. The finale usually involved the luring burlesque dancers-the act we most recognize today.
Many believe that eroticism has taken over and has left little room for satire and grotesque comedy, which once defined the original burlesque show. People's desire for more sexual conduct has transformed the performance by putting more prominence on women than on comedy.
But, more venues in London are attempting to grab that initial model of burlesque and take it back to its true beginning, instead of falling into the mould of pure sexual desire. There are shows that try to grasp the satire and highlight it as a prominent feature, thus being at par with the alluring dancers. If you do happen to find a more customary performance in certain party venues, you will not be disappointed.
As time went on, the comedic angle shifted to mainly showcase the display of seductive woman with outrageously skimpy attire. Burlesque shows today rely more on the raciness factor and some consider them to be more of a striptease or lap dance. This may be true to some extent, but there are many event venues that attempt to host a more classic and true burlesque show.
Original burlesque shows contain three parts. Exaggerated comedians, drawing on crude humour, performed the first act. The second act was the olio-which is a compilation of varied acts-which included vocal and instrumental musicians, gymnasts, and magical acts. The third performance involved the relevant politics and news features of the time and grotesquely imitated it. The finale usually involved the luring burlesque dancers-the act we most recognize today.
Many believe that eroticism has taken over and has left little room for satire and grotesque comedy, which once defined the original burlesque show. People's desire for more sexual conduct has transformed the performance by putting more prominence on women than on comedy.
But, more venues in London are attempting to grab that initial model of burlesque and take it back to its true beginning, instead of falling into the mould of pure sexual desire. There are shows that try to grasp the satire and highlight it as a prominent feature, thus being at par with the alluring dancers. If you do happen to find a more customary performance in certain party venues, you will not be disappointed.
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