The application process has just begun for the 2018 show, so for now, please enjoy this slideshow featuring our all star 2017 lineup! The competition was immense last year, with applications in multiple disciplines coming in from 7 countries, 26 U.S. states, and 7 Canadian provinces. To say that we find these artist to be extremely talented is an understatement! 

The 2017 BCBC Festival Line-up:

 

 

Ariel Helvetica (Vancouver, BC, Canada)

Benjamin Kirsch (Houston, TX)

Chola Magnolia (Austin, TX)

Don't Blink Burlesque (Tucson, AZ, USA)

Emily Cage (Berlin, Germany)

Frankie Fictitious (San Fransisco, CA)

Honey Moonpie (Houston, TX)

Ickymuffin (Dallas, TX)

Juliette Electrique (Portland, OR)

KiKi Maroon (Houston, TX)

Lady Lola LeStrange (Austin, TX)

Matt Finish (Tucson, AZ, USA)

Persephone Illyri (Seattle, WA, USA)

Reverend Tommy Gunn (Los Angeles, CA)

Shazza Dazzla (Bossier City, LA)

Smolder' Scully and Miss Malicious (Dallas, TX)

Sugar Vixen (Montreal, Quebec, Canada)

Vivacious Miss Audacious (Grand Rapids, MI)

Y.E. Torres (Houston, TX)


  • The best seats in the house for this once in a lifetime showcase!
  • VIP-only Meet-and-Greet at 7:00 pm (30mins before the doors to the general public) 
  • VIP-only cocktail waitresses during the show
  • VIP-only discounts at the Bayou Bazaar 7:00 pm-7:30 pm
  • Access to the Performer and VIP-only BCBC After Party, with complimentary cocktail and photo with "The Champagne Diva"
  • VIP-only sway bag full of stickers, limited-edition prints, buttons and more!

Seats (General Admission)  $35

Hate standing? This ticket will get you into the hottest show in town! You will be in the 'Seated Section', right behind the VIP section. 

General Admission $20 presale ($25 at the door)

Standing room ticket to the International Showcase! This includes the big show as well as access to The Bayou Bazaar. Stock up on local art, burlesque costumes, and circus tickets!