
VERMONT BURLESQUE FESTIVAL
PERFORMER REGISTRATION
& INFORMATION
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APPLICATIONS FOR THE VTBF2026, 13 YEAR EVENT will remain open until November 20, 2025.
(Those applications who were submitted by the original deadline will have priority consideration)
FESTIVAL DATE JANUARY 22, 23, 24, 2026
PERFORMANCE APPLICATIONS OPEN
WE DIDN'T JUST WRITE THIS STUFF TO LOOK COOL.
YOUR LIFE, OUR LIFE, EVERYONE'S LIVES & EXPERIENCES AT VTBF WILL BE BETTER
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PREFACE
Burlesque is performance art.
Performance art is not only a form of entertainment — it’s a form of expression. It moves people. It evokes emotion.
The Vermont Burlesque Festival is a gathering place for like-minded artists to connect, learn from one another, and showcase their craft. Through a variety of festival-provided tools, workshops, and performance opportunities, participants are empowered to evolve their artistry and strengthen their portfolios.
The festival proudly programs and regularly features a diverse blend of headliners, registered performers, and visual artists — entertaining audiences through both free and ticketed events. Many of these events are intended for mature audiences and will most likely contain a wide variety of disciplines, adult themes, explicit language, and expressions designed to entertain, provoke thought, and stir emotions.
Burlesque has always been surrounded by controversy and will most likely remain controversial.
Our Core Belief
We believe art should be accessible to all — and our community should reflect that. The Vermont Burlesque Festival is committed to creating a positive, fun, friendly, and safe environment for everyone, regardless of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, religion, world views, body size or shape, or nationality.
We encourage all participants and attendees to:
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Be open and understanding of diverse themes and expressions.
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Be kind and learn from one another.
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Celebrate individuality and different perspectives.
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Build friendships and community through the arts.
We invite our sponsors, speakers, attendees, media partners, performers, and all participants to join us in upholding these values — helping us maintain a safe, educational, welcoming, and joyous experience for all.
Please take a moment to review our [Codes of Conduct] for further details.
We’re here to entertain, grow together, and make the world a better place through the performing and visual arts.
If you live by a similar doctrine — we welcome you to join us.
WHAT ACTS ARE WE LOOKING FOR???
All performance artists who are looking to build on their portfolios are welcome to register. With regards to acts that will be considered for the public main stages, we're looking for all types of live performance art (doesn't have to be strip tease) however, Burlesque (strip tease) and body positivity is kinda our main thing.
Calling all talented...
• Burlesque Performers
• Dancers
• Magicians
• Balloon Twisters
• Comedians
• Contortionists
• Hula Hoop Artists
• Mimes/Clowns
• Gymnasts
• Jugglers
• Puppeteers
• Group Acts
• Speed Artists
• Vaudeville
• Hypnosis Artists
• Bands/Musicians
• ALL LIVE PERFORMANCE ARTISTS. Show us what you can do!
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