Titan of Tease
Any solo performer who’s has been performing professionally for more than 3 years, who innovates and inspires our burly scene – they set the trends, they own the spotlight, and they embody the future of Burlesque.
Vintage Vixen
Any solo performer who’s has been performing professionally for more than 3 years. This performer flawlessly channels the sophistication, reveal, and glamour of golden-era striptease.
Chaos Kitsch
Any solo performer who’s has been performing professionally for more than 3 years. The category is: NO RULES! This icon is celebrated for their spectacular ability to burn the rulebook, deliver high-concept chaos, political punk, or genre-smashing artistry that reminds us burlesque is always evolving.
GOAT (Greatest of all time)
Performer or producer in the industry for over 10 years who’s significantly contributed to the local scene. They are the irreplaceable figure who poured their heart, soul, and endless hard work into building the local scene.
Heart-of-Gold Harlot
Anyone involved in the scene who provides community support or inspires community good vibes. This award recognizes the person who always looks out for others – they mentor, listen, organize, and ensure everyone feels safe, seen, and supported.
Pixel Perfect
Digital! Photography, Digital creatives, Music creatives or similar fields. For the digital darling who commands the camera, the console, or the canvas! e.g. but not limited to: photographer, music editors, voice over artists, graphics designers.
Haute Couture Hero
Physical! Costume design, prop design, stage design. Dedicated to the creative genius who physically brings the ridiculous to life! e.g. but not limited to: pastie makers, costume designers, equipment and prop makers, merch makers.
Rookie Royalty
A newer solo performer in the scene with less than 3 years professional performing experience. They are the emerging trendsetter, the viral sensation, and the one whose act you can’t stop talking about.
Event Extravaganza
The top tiered production or show, showcased within WA. The winner is recognized for their ambitious scale, technical excellence, and the artistic cohesion that builds our community.
Master of Mayhem
Any roles backstage or during a production design. This is for the ultimate organizer, the calmest person in the storm, and the one whose clipboard holds the power! e.g. but not limited to: choreographers, backstage managers, tech crew.
Royal Roaster
The most fabulous or funny or engaging person behind the talky stick! Recognized for their spectacular ability to guide the audience through the madness, make every artist feel like a star, and ensure the entire night is a cohesive, riotous party.
Tease Tutor
Any individual current teacher offering classes as part of a school or independent courses or workshops. This award recognizes the individual who fosters growth, professionalism, and passion, creating a supportive learning environment that sets the bar for burlesque education.
Empire Award
An individual, company or franchise who are ethical and help advance, educate and lead the community. They create opportunities, educate, and ethically lead the scene, proving you can be both wildly successful and genuinely good.
Squad Supreme
Any or duo or group who’s have been performing professionally for more than 3 years that moves, teases, and shines as a single unit. They innovate, inspire, and prove that shakin’ two (or more) tail-feathers are always better than one!
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