A Brief Burlesque Glossary
This was originally intended for The Burlesque Handbook . It was originally five times longer. I kept editing and editing and it was still too long, and ultimately even this version didn't make it in. I had forgotten all about it! I've written more burlesque glossaries, some based on vintage terminology, one very technical, and one illustrated and really mean and filthy! I'm illustrating with some old photos just because I haven't seen them myself for awhile. Attribution: Giving specific and upfront credit for the source of inspiration or influence. Contrary to maxim, this is the highest form of flattery. Backstage: Behind the stage or in the dressing area, usually out of sight of the audience. Bump ‘n’ grind: A bump is a snap of the hips, and a grind is a circular motion of the hips. Burlesque: A style of performance featuring low-brow humour and high-brow strippers. Brittanica says: "In burlesque the serious is treated lightly and the frivolous seriously.” ...