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Emma Glitterbomb commented on the post, My Life in Burlesque: We Are Not ‘Disgusting’ 6 years, 11 months ago

Miss Glitterbomb, if you’re real nasty. ;)
Emma Glitterbomb commented on the post, My Life in Burlesque: We Are Not ‘Disgusting’ 6 years, 11 months ago

Thank you, Juniper. :) Hopefully this attitude won’t always exist. I’m so happy you are reading my column!
Emma Glitterbomb commented on the post, My Life in Burlesque: We Are Not ‘Disgusting’ 6 years, 11 months ago

Cyn,

Thank you for your comments. You are certainly entitled to your opinion. Indeed, burlesque (both watching and performing) is not for everyone. Some of my own friends have not seen me dance because they are […]
Emma Glitterbomb posted a new activity comment 6 years, 11 months ago

LadyOverseas, thank you so much! This really made my day. Please let me know if you’re ever in Chicago and would like to see me perform, and I’ll hook you up!

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Emma Glitterbomb commented on the post, My Life in Burlesque: Getting Back on the (Glitter)Horse 6 years, 11 months ago

Thank you, Freckle! It’s nice to be writing about the ‘lesque again. :)
Emma Glitterbomb wrote a new post, My Life in Burlesque: Getting Back on the (Glitter)Horse 6 years, 11 months ago

In the moments after, I swore that I was an ABSOLUTELY TERRIBLE PERFORMER and I WAS NEVER DOING THIS NUMBER AGAIN.

!–more–

Let’s rewind.

My latest solo was my first new piece since Christmas. I’d had […]
Emma Glitterbomb commented on the post, Lunchtime Poll: Favorite Philip Seymour Hoffman Role 7 years ago

I was always in love with his speaking voice and intelligence. He had such a beautiful cadence and way of pronouncing and phrasing words. It’s so hard to pick a favorite role, though I especially loved him in […]
Emma Glitterbomb commented on the post, My Life in Burlesque: We Are Not ‘Disgusting’ 7 years ago

I know, right? Heaven forbid she teaches her kids how to accept themselves for who they are. I received the opposite message as a child.
Emma Glitterbomb commented on the post, My Life in Burlesque: We Are Not ‘Disgusting’ 7 years ago

Exactly. To quote a friend, “it’s like we’re in Victorian England, side-eyeing actresses”.

I’ve gotten some private emails about this post – I think others feel strongly about it too. Thank you for your comment, Hillary!
Emma Glitterbomb wrote a new post, My Life in Burlesque: We Are Not ‘Disgusting’ 7 years ago

Let the record show that ladies who take their clothes off are not bad people.!–more–

Recently, a burlesque dancer in Alabama was banned from performing or even DISCUSSING burlesque, in order to maintain […]
Emma Glitterbomb commented on the post, My Life in Burlesque: The Biggest B*tch of All 7 years, 1 month ago

I love you both. Thank you for your comments and your support. <3
Emma Glitterbomb wrote a new post, My Life in Burlesque: The Biggest B*tch of All 7 years, 1 month ago

Insecurity, I hate you and I hate your ass face.!–more–

Here are a list of things running through my head at recent rehearsals:

I wish I were thinner.
I’m not picking this up fast enough and I’m sure […]
Emma Glitterbomb commented on the post, Lunchtime Poll: Self-Care After Final Exams 7 years, 2 months ago

In the past few weeks, I’ve done several burlesque shows – two of which involved me dancing in three numbers (opening group, solo, and closing group) AND stage kittening. Between call time and end-of-show […]
Emma Glitterbomb commented on the post, My Life in Burlesque: The 12 Days of Hot Christmas 7 years, 2 months ago

Polly, you are doing an amazing job with them! I believe in you, sexy thang!
Emma Glitterbomb wrote a new post, My Life in Burlesque: The 12 Days of Hot Christmas 7 years, 2 months ago

On the twelfth day of Hot Christmas, my producer gave to me…!–more–
12 character shoes

11 ideas for solos

10 tubes of fabric glue

9 boxes of sparklies

8 false eyelashes

7 garter belts

6 […]
Emma Glitterbomb commented on the post, My Life in Burlesque: A Very Glittery Thanksgiving 7 years, 3 months ago

Freckle, you are welcome anytime. Just say the word. I’m thankful you guys let me blab my thoughts here!
Emma Glitterbomb wrote a new post, My Life in Burlesque: A Very Glittery Thanksgiving 7 years, 3 months ago

I’m not one for the daily Facebook posts of gratitude. Nothing wrong with it, they’re just not my deal. But as I reflect on my holiday solo debut last Friday, prepare for an audition tomorrow (suddenly, I’m […]
Emma Glitterbomb commented on the post, My Life in Burlesque: The Care and Feeding of a Stage Kitten 7 years, 3 months ago

I love YOU! Thanks for reading and commenting. :)
Emma Glitterbomb wrote a new post, My Life in Burlesque: The Care and Feeding of a Stage Kitten 7 years, 3 months ago

Gather ’round, while I explain the art of being a stage kitten.!–more–

Basically, I pick up panties.

And garters, and corsets, and various gloves, canes, whips, barrettes. But mostly panties.

Not every […]
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