Around Nashville
Nashville's burlesque, cabaret, and variety performance scene has been steadily growing post-pandemic. We have several recurring shows as well as numerous specialty shows taking place in various venues across the city.
If you would like to submit your show, event, or class/workshop, please fill out this form
Businesses We Love
(who love burlesque)
The House of Bits - CLOSED
The House of Bits is a multi-use studio and venue space located in Madison, Tennessee. They are a queer-owned small business and value safety, inclusivity, and community. The House of Bits frequently hosts classes and workshops from local and traveling performers, and are an active performance venue, regularly featuring productions from both new and seasoned showrunners.
Sid Gold's Request Room Nashville
Sid Gold's Request Room is an intimate cocktail bar tucked away in the heart of East Nashville which features world class piano-accompanied karaoke each night. If you just so happen to find yourself there on a Wednesday night you can catch Viola Vainglory's weekly Burlesk At Sid Gold's show, happening every Wednesday at 8:00. The space fills up quick so its recommended to make a reservation if you want to see the show.
More information on Sid Golds can be found here
Corsair Distillery & Taproom
Corsair is an award-winning independent distillery in Nashville, Tennessee. They currently run shows out of their distillery and taproom located in historic Marathon Village. This location offers tours and tastings to the public.
More information on the distillery itself can be found here, and show information can be found on our For Performers page.
The Barbershop Theater
The Barbershop Theater is an independently owned blackbox theater in West Nashville which caters to several local theater groups. Street Theatre Company and Verge Theatre Company currently share a residence in the space and regularly hold productions.
Barbershop Theater has been home to several burlesque and variety shows as well, including Patsy Climax's The Factory, The Brass Menagerie Pole Revue, and the local comedy dance troupe CGDC.
For more information and to see a full production calendar visit www.thebarbershoptheater.com
Skull's Rainbow Room
Skull's Rainbow Room is a historic speakeasy-style restaurant and cocktail bar located in Printer's Alley in downtown Nashville. They feature late-night burlesque shows every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday starting at 11:00 p.m. which run about 75 minutes.
For more information on reservations, visit their website here
Movement Lounge, by Yoga Muttz
Movement Lounge is an inclusive, heart-led aerial and yoga space rooted in the belief that movement should be accessible, empowering, and fun. You can hang upside down in a hammock or ground down in a slow flow — this is a space to move your body, calm your mind, and feel completely at home. No experience, specific body type, or background required.
Their mission goes beyond the mat. They are proud to support rescue animals and create a community where wellness meets purpose. Monthly, they offer classes that feature adoptable rescue dogs and cats, as well as giving back to animal welfare organizations through donations, events, and volunteer work.
Come as you are. Move how you need. And love on some rescue animals along the way. 🐾
