Summer Mini Series:
Fan Veil Group Choreo
(All Levels)
with Jewelissa
Series in progress! Registration is closed.
Join us for one of our other classes or keep an eye out for our fall performance series schedule!
Tuesdays, June 18th - July 30th 6:30-8pm
No class on July 3rd
Fri, Aug. 2nd 7-8:30 Dress Rehearsal
Sat, Aug. 3rd - Mini Student Showcase at The Philadelphia Burlesque Academy:
Call time 4pm | Door 6pm | Show 7pm.
Early Bird discount available NOW - June 1st!
Scroll down for registration and cancellation policy.
Get ready to embark on a journey of fan veil technique, flow, and choreography!
In addition to learning a choreographed group fan veil routine, students will delve into fan veil anatomy and learn how to hold and manipulate fan veils with grace and precision. Some of the focus will be on basic movements and body framing, while exploring traveling and basic turns.
This act will be performed in the Mini Student Showcase held in-studio at the Philadelphia Burlesque Academy!
Everyone receives 2 free tickets to for friends and family. 21+only.
Striptease will be part of this act!
We kindly request that you refrain from wearing chain jewelry or any accessories that may snag or get caught on the silk fabric of the fan veils.
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Please note: This class is ideal for folks who have a little movement experience under their shimmy belt! You do not need to have experience with fan veils, but it is not ideal for absolute movement beginners!
Students will also get:
A pair of fan veils to keep!
1 free hour of studio time to use to practice their choreography. The hour must be used by Aug. 2nd.
Must satisfy at least one of the following prerequisites:
A Group Choreo series
A Burlesque Act Development series
Have taken at least 20 movement classes.
If you feel you have sufficient experience outside of the Philadelphia Burlesque Academy, please email us and tell us a little about that!
Expectations and Important Details:
Costume! Students will be required to supply their own costume pieces and shoes that align with given structure and colors, as well as add embellishments to a bra.
Rehearse! Students are expected to spend 30 minutes per week outside of class practicing their choreography. Their will be a video posted to a private Facebook group each week for reference!
All classes/ rehearsals are required! We know emergencies happen, but if you anticipate missing more than 1 class, please do not register for this series. This is for your benefit!
STOP!
Before you register:
Have you read ALL of the information above? Have you read the cancellation policy at the bottom of this page?
If the answer is “no” to either question, please go back and read before proceeding!
PRICING AND PAYMENT OPTIONS:
GA: $290
GA Early Bird Discount: Get $21 off when you enter code FAN21 at checkout by June 1st.
BIPOC Discount: Get $42 off when you enter code FAN42 at checkout.
PAYMENT PLANS:
GA Students: 3 payments of $96.67 each when you enter code FAN3 at checkout.
BIPOC: 3 payments of $80 each when you enter code VEIL3 at checkout.
Payment plan due dates: June 10th, July 1st, and July 22nd.
How do I register using payment plan?
Make your first payment by following the directions below:
Click the REGISTER button above.
Click signup.
Click next.
Click checkout.
Click continue.
Enter the appropriate code from above and click apply. This will reduce the amount due to your correct price for your first payment. Enter your payment info and complete checkout.
How do I make my remaining payments?
You will be invoiced for your second payment and all subsequent payments. You will receive the invoices via email from Vagaro.
You will NOT be automatically charged for your remaining payments!
Jewelissa is a multi-hyphenate performer based in South Jersey renowned for their narrative burlesque, fusion belly dance, and silk veil prowess. They began their burlesque journey in 2017 at the Philadelphia Burlesque Academy, graduating from the Burlesque Act Development program and debuting as a bellyesque (burlesque and belly dance) performer. They have taught and performed at events such as BeardFest, Anahata's Purpose, and Raven's Night in DC. Recently winning Season X of the Philadelphia Burlesque Battle Royale, Jewelissa was dubbed "Pandora's Box of Philly Burlesque," as their performances continuously defied expectations and left audiences spellbound week after week.
Drawing inspiration from their background in colorguard and flow arts, Jewelissa brings a fresh and unique perspective to fan veil technique and group movement. They are thrilled about teaching at the Philadelphia Burlesque Academy and are eager to share their passion and expertise of fan veils with other burlesque performers!
CANCELLATION POLICY
Refunds are available until JUNE 3, 2024.
After this date, no refunds or transfers will be given. You will be emailed a cancellation policy acknowledgement form upon registration.