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What People Get Wrong About Burlesque (Burlesque Performer)
What is burlesque really? And what does it take to build a career as a professional performer?
In this episode of No Ordinary Monday, Chris sits down with legendary burlesque performer Angie Pontani to explore the craft, history, and discipline behind one of the most misunderstood art forms in entertainment. Angie explains how a burlesque routine comes together, from music and costume design to timing, comedy, and audience energy, and why burlesque is about far more than what people assume.
She also shares unforgettable moments from her career, including appearances on Late Night with Conan O’Brien, founding the New York Burlesque Festival, and navigating difficult situations where she had to stand her ground and protect her boundaries as a performer.
This episode is a fascinating look behind the curtain of modern burlesque, and the confidence, professionalism, and creative control that define the art form.
More Info:
https://www.angiepontani.com/
https://showingoffpod.com/
Follow Angie:
https://www.instagram.com/angiepontani/
https://www.youtube.com/@ShowingOffPod
https://web.facebook.com/OfficialAngiePontani/?_rdc=1&_rdr#
https://www.tiktok.com/@angie.pontani
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By Chris BaronWhat is burlesque really? And what does it take to build a career as a professional performer?
In this episode of No Ordinary Monday, Chris sits down with legendary burlesque performer Angie Pontani to explore the craft, history, and discipline behind one of the most misunderstood art forms in entertainment. Angie explains how a burlesque routine comes together, from music and costume design to timing, comedy, and audience energy, and why burlesque is about far more than what people assume.
She also shares unforgettable moments from her career, including appearances on Late Night with Conan O’Brien, founding the New York Burlesque Festival, and navigating difficult situations where she had to stand her ground and protect her boundaries as a performer.
This episode is a fascinating look behind the curtain of modern burlesque, and the confidence, professionalism, and creative control that define the art form.
More Info:
https://www.angiepontani.com/
https://showingoffpod.com/
Follow Angie:
https://www.instagram.com/angiepontani/
https://www.youtube.com/@ShowingOffPod
https://web.facebook.com/OfficialAngiePontani/?_rdc=1&_rdr#
https://www.tiktok.com/@angie.pontani
Send us Fan Mail
SUPPORT US - NOM is a 100% independent show. Help us keep the lights on by buying us a coffee (or a beer) - https://buymeacoffee.com/noordinarymonday. We're deeply grateful for any level of support.
SHOW SOME LOVE - click five-stars on whatever platform you're on, and leave us a review, or tell a friend about the show.
WANT TO BE A GUEST? You can submit your own career story through our website at www.noordinarymonday.com, or email us at [email protected].