VERMONT BURLESQUE FESTIVAL'S
WINTER RENDEZVOUS
An Inclusive Weekend of Burlesque Entertainment, Community, & Relationship Building
What is the Winter Rendezvous?
The Rendezvous is designed to be a high-value artist retreat created to inspire, build relationships, and community. It combines the magic of watching two burlesque themed showcases with no performative pressure, just pure connection, collaboration, and celebration.
THE ACTIVITIES
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Thursday Night: Hendrick's Mixer & Sneak Peaks Showcase (20% Discount)
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Friday Morning: Networking Breakfast
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Friday Free-for-All - A free range field trip exploring all things Vermonty
(printed guide provided)
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Friday: State of the Stage (Keynote & Round Table)
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Friday: Professional Headshots / Photo Shoot
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Friday Night: The Granite City Showcase (20% discount).
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Friday Night: The After Party
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Saturday Morning: Breakfast with Burlesquers
THE PLEDGE
We want you here.
Whether you’re in the audience, taking part in the Friday opening act, or enjoying the Friday Free-for-All, the Rendezvous is built to welcome you to Vermont and the Vermont Burlesque Festival with open arms.
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Community First: We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and encouraging space where you can build lasting relationships, make new friends, and celebrate the art of burlesque without pressure.
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Open & Accessible: We hold ourselves accountable to high safety standards and open communication. If you ever have a question, concern, or feedback about your experience or programming, our leadership team is always here for you.
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Growth & Opportunity: We promise to deliver a supportive, pressure-free atmosphere where you can draw inspiration from fellow artists, take advantage of performance opportunities, and gain new tools and insight to develop your art form.
EXPECTED SCHEDULE
THURSDAY
3:00pm
Hotel Check-in Opens
5:00pm
Rendezvous Check-in Opens
Mixer Opens
7:00pm - 9:30pm
Sneak Peaks Showcase
FRIDAY
9:00am - 11:00am
Networking Breakfast
11:00am - 4:00pm
Friday Free-for-ALL
(Wander the Queen City and Do All Things Vermonty)
(Printed Guide Provided)
4:45pm
Arrive Barre Opera House
5:00pm-6:00pm
State of the Stage Keynote
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Headshots/Photo Shoot
Red Carpet & Vending
Film & Live Music
7:30pm
Granite City Showcase - Fire & Ice
10:30pm
Shuttle Departs Barre Opera House
(First Run to Burlington Hotel)
After Party
(Barre)
12:00am
Shuttle to Hotel Departs After Party
(Second Run to Burlington Hotel)
SATURDAY
10:00am
Breakfast with Burlesquers
Last chance to say goodbye
11:00am
Rendezvous Ends
Schedule & activities may be subject to change due to circumstances outside of producers control.
ESTIMATED COSTS
The Rendezvous is designed to be purchased a la cart. Prices have been discounted from standard purchase from the free market.
Registration Fee
$18
Lodging Per Night
$130
(Reg $159, 18% Savings)
Thursday Show
$32
(Reg $40, 20% Savings)
Friday Networking Breakfast
$25
Free-for-All
$0
(included w/ registration)
Round Trip Transportation BTV->Barre->BTV
$40
(Reg Uber $150, 73% Savings)
Friday Showcase
$55
(Reg $69, 20% Savings)
Friday Key Note
$0
(Included w/ Friday Show Ticket)
Photo Shoot / Headshot
$10
(Included w/ Friday Show Ticket, Reg $60, 84% Savings)
Friday After Party
$0
(Included w/ Friday Show Ticket)
Saturday Breakfast
$25
Total à la carte Costs w/ 2 Nights Lodging
$465
($496.88 with fees)
(Reg $705 (35% or $240 Total Savings))
These estimated prices are "all in" and include most taxes and fees. Other fees may apply at the time of check out.
BILLING & TERMS
Registration is 100% Refundable until December 1st, 2026.
After December 1st, 2026, registration fees are non-refundable.
Last day to register is December 1, 2026