An Evening of Burlesque

An Evening of Burlesque returns to the Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre on Saturday 16 January 2027, with a new production that keeps the show's long-running format. It's billed as the UK's longest-running burlesque theatre spectacular, and this latest run brings a fresh set of acts to the stage rather than a repeat of previous years.

What you'll see is a mix of cabaret, variety and modern burlesque. The show is built around a few different traditions running side by side: there's the classic cabaret side, the variety acts that bring a bit of old-school stagecraft, and the burlesque itself. The production describes it as a journey into those three worlds, where elegance meets extravagance and the different styles overlap throughout the night. It's a variety show in the truest sense, so the mood shifts from one act to the next.

That variety comes from the cast, which brings together glamorous showgirls, speciality acts and charismatic performers. The showgirls handle the cabaret side, the speciality acts provide the variety, and the burlesque artistry ties it all together. There's a fair bit of comedy woven in too, so it's not all dance and striptease. The costumes are a big part of the look, with a touch of vintage charm that keeps the whole thing rooted in the old-school cabaret tradition.

It's a one-night stop in Bournemouth, so if you're going, you'll need to make it work for that specific date. The show starts at 7:30pm at the Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre, and tickets are £38.50.