Here are eight bars and clubs that regularly feature burlesque.
Revival
Revival sees a steady stream of tassels thanks to a number a groups, such as Les Femmes Fatales, who regularly perform at this Little Italy spot. It's also home to Kitty Night Toronto, an event that rolls around on the third Saturday of every month.
Painted Lady
This narrow Ossington Avenue bar serves up a wide selection of craft beer, snacks and cocktails as well as live music, and of course, burlesque. And that's fitting considering it calls itself a music and burlesque bar.
Bovine Sex Club
You'll want to head to this well-known Queen West spot on hump day. Why? Because it plays host to Pussy Whipped Wednesdays, a weekly burlesque series that's usually themed.
Cherry Cola's
Instead of watching Netflix and chilling on your couch, finish off your weekend at Cherry Cola's because it's home to Sinful Sundays, another themed weekly burlesque show and cabaret.
Rivoli
In the back room at this Queen West stalwart, you can find the monthly Reveal Me at the Rivoli show. This four-year-old fixture features burlesque newbies, or virgins, as well as more established performers.
Smiling Buddha
Not only is this venue a haven for emerging musicians, but it's also where Toronto's Nerd Girl Burlesque performs. This troupe of artists takes inspiration from a slew of nerdy subcultures and at Smiling Buddha, it holds a board game social following each show.
Ballet
This burlesque lounge on Lower Ossington maintains a more club-like vibe than many of the other bars listed here. But, you can expect to see dancers here most nights of the week.
Candyland
This dinner theatre venue and club offers a range of live entertainment, including burlesque performances. It's open Thursday through Sundays, from 7 p.m. onward.
Photo via the Toronto Burlesque Festival / Angela McConnell
by Amy Grief via blogTO
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