Bringing the heat to Vancouver Island
Established in 2019, Isle of Tease Burlesque Festival brings its audiences award winning global performers, and local dynamos alike. ITBF celebrates Indigenous artists, performers of colour, artists of all ages, sizes and body types, 2SLGBTQ+ artists and many more artists from a wide range of backgrounds. The event includes two nights of electrifying burlesque showcases held at the Victoria Conference Centre in Victoria, BC., workshops taught by world renowned burlesque artists and performers, and exclusive community events!
The Isle of Tease Burlesque Festival is committed to representing the diverse intersections of our community, and curating safer and inclusive spaces to the best of our ability. For more information on how we intend to uphold that commitment please see our community policies link below.
The Isle of Tease Burlesque Festival respectfully acknowledges that these events take place on the stolen and unceded lands of the Lekwungen People of the Esquimalt and Songhees First Nations.
Our Values
Isle of Tease focuses on upholding the following values:
- Exist beyond our values through active allyship within community
- Highlight the vibrant diversity within burlesque and drag to ensure intersectional representation on our stages, promotions, team, and any space we lead
- Expand accessible and equitable practices to meet the unique and diverse needs of community members who attend our events and who we work with
- Provide a space of understanding where voices are honoured and transparency is valued
- Build community through access to education, stories, and art
- Emphasize health and well-being through all practices by encouraging self-care and adaptability to meet individuals’ needs
Meet the 2026 Leadership Team
Cherry Cheeks
Producer
Vera Descent
Producer
Holly Shirt
Education Coordinator
Hazel Nuez
Social Media Coordinator
Flora Fawn
Website Development Lead
Cece A Blossom
Volunteer Coordinator
Titty Titty Bang Bang
Production Stage Manager
Robin Wood
Production Technician
Complexxi
After Party Coordinator
Missy Ink
Community Mingler Coordinator
Peachy Keen
Accommodations & Transportation Coordinator
Christine Richardson
Front of House Manager & Safety Coordinator
Junk Male
Vending Coordinator
Thank You to our 2026 Sponsors
Showstopper Sponsors
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