Burlesque, cabaret & the beautifully unexpected
Burlesque in Chicago.
Explore burlesque shows, unlock a velvet speakeasy, discover astonishing traveling artists—or commission a whole theatrical world.
YOUR NEXT MOVE
Pick the kind of magic you need.
See a show.
Explore Chicago burlesque, intimate cabaret rooms, and memorable nights out. Choose the atmosphere before you choose the ticket.
Explore shows & venues →Make your entrance.
Speakeasy, cabaret, fire, circus, aerial and interactive performance: show us the reel that could inspire an entire world.
Introduce your act →Build the night.
Need extraordinary entertainment for a corporate or private occasion? Vaudezilla turns artists, cues and characters into a coherent experience.
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Make something beautiful. Be part of the scene.
A free home for burlesque artists, makers, shows, auditions, practical resources and the useful questions worth asking. Share your work, get discovered, or give the city something to talk about.
THE LIBRARY OF EXCELLENT DISTRACTIONS
Explore the art of being unforgettable.
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Beyond the ordinary
When the room itself becomes the show.
For a privately produced performance, immersive cast, or fully coordinated theatrical concept, Vaudezilla Entertainment handles creative direction, artists and production.
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