Headliners

HEADLINERS brings you the heavy hitters of burlesque, all in one unforgettable show. Direct from San Francisco, the Queen of Burlesque and Miss Exotic World Frankie Fictitious makes her highly anticipated Australian debut.

Sharing the spotlight is the incredible Banbury Cross, the newly crowned Duchess of Burlesque 2024 (Burlesque Hall of Fame Las Vegas 2024) from the UK. These two global powerhouses of burlesque will set the stage on fire with their jaw-dropping performances, delivering unparalleled glamour, tease, and talent.

Joining them is a lineup of award-winning international and interstate artists, including:

  • Rhys Lighting – Best Debut (Burlesque Hall of Fame Las Vegas 2024) from Sydney
  • Lucy Lovegun – Most Comedic (Burlesque Hall of Fame Las Vegas 2024) from Perth
  • Bettie Bombshell – Australia’s Most Influential Burlesque Performer (21st Century Burlesque) from Melbourne
  • Trigger Happy – Mover, Shaker and Innovator (Burlesque Hall of Fame Las Vegas 2023) from Brisbane
  • Frenchie Darling – Mx Burlesque Queensland 2024 from Brisbane
  • Plus a special guest performer

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Upcoming Events

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Alice in Wonderland

Icon / Small / Calendar Created with Sketch. 02 Jan 2026 - 18 Jan 2026
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Join Alice on her amazing journey through Wonderland and experience an adventure like no other.

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Lucas: Why I Hate Human?

Icon / Small / Calendar Created with Sketch. 16 Jan 2026
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Malaysian Chinese comedian Lucas presents a fearless 70‑minute special dissecting modern life: politics, privacy, war, relationships and our hidden biases, with sharp wit and tender humanity. Expect provocative insights, big laughs and audience reflection. Strict late‑entry, no recording, and content confidentiality apply.

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Ballet of Lights: Cinderella in a Sparkling Show

Icon / Small / Calendar Created with Sketch. 23 Jan 2026 - 16 May 2026
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After captivating audiences worldwide with Peter Pan, Ballet of Lights presents Cinderella! This classic fairy tale is reimagined in a ballet show where dancers shine in glow-in-the-dark costumes. Get your tickets for Ballet of Lights: Cinderella in a Sparkling Show in Melbourne!

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