Thu 8 Oct · 8:30pm
Flamingos Live · Lambton
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The Big Tease Soirée returns to Newcastle in 2026 as the Australian Burlesque Festival celebrates 17 spectacular years of glamour, artistry and world-class burlesque.
Join us at Flamingos Live for an unforgettable evening showcasing an extraordinary cast of Australia's finest burlesque performers alongside acclaimed international guest artists. Blending vintage glamour with contemporary creativity, this dazzling production celebrates the timeless art of tease through breathtaking costumes, captivating performances, comedy, cabaret and spectacular variety.
From elegant classic burlesque to bold modern performances, The Big Tease Soirée is a feast for the senses, filled with glamour, sophistication, sparkle and unforgettable entertainment.
Whether you're a lifelong lover of burlesque or experiencing it for the very first time, prepare for an evening of world-class artistry, cheeky charm and electrifying performances that will leave you wanting more.
Celebrate 17 years of the Australian Burlesque Festival
Australia's longest-running national burlesque festival and a spectacular celebration of the art of tease.
They proudly acknowledge that this event takes place on the traditional lands of the Awabakal and Worimi peoples. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples attending this event.
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When is Australian Burlesque Festival - The Big Tease Soiree Newcastle?
Thu 8 Oct 2026, 8:30pm.
Where is it?
Flamingos Live, Lambton, NSW.
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