I started helping back stage for a burlesque troupe (Tucson's first!) and worked picking up the articles of clothing the lovely ladies took off while dazzling the audience. I set up props, help with costume changes, etc. This lasted for the better part of a year when I decided that I wanted to be on the other side of the curtain. I had been in roller derby and was finding my heart wasn't into it. Burlesque was a great alternative that is just, if not more, empowering. I started getting ready…
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