Toronto Burlesque Festival 2026: REVERIE at Buddies in Bad Times
This November, the Toronto Burlesque Festival (TBF) invites audiences to step into REVERIE — four nights of bold artistry, glamour, fantasy, and joyful rebellion at Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, November 12–15, 2026. Additionally, Toronto’s flagship burlesque festival brings together more than 50 extraordinary burlesque, cabaret, and drag artists from Toronto, across Canada, and around the world.
Toronto Burlesque Festival 2026: Event Details
- Event: Toronto Burlesque Festival 2026 – REVERIE
- Dates: November 12–15, 2026
- Venue: Buddies in Bad Times Theatre
- Address: 12 Alexander Street, Toronto, ON
- Performances: Burlesque, cabaret, and drag
- Featured Artists: More than 50 performers from Canada and around the world
- Tickets: Available through the official Toronto Burlesque Festival website. Availability may vary by performance.
Featured Performers at Toronto Burlesque Festival 2026
In fact, the festival brings together internationally recognized artists from across the burlesque scene. In particular, this year’s featured headliners include:
- Lou Lou la Duchesse de Rière (Montreal): An internationally renowned Afro-Indigenous burlesque performer and Miss Exotic World 2022.
- Jeez Loueez (New Orleans / Chicago): A celebrated cabaret performer who has twice been named the world’s Number One Burlesque Figure.
- Jezebel Express (New York / Newfoundland): An internationally recognized burlesque performer.
- Lovey Goldmine (Las Vegas): A burlesque legend and Burlesque Hall of Fame inductee with a career spanning 50 years.
What to Expect at REVERIE
Additionally, each night of REVERIE offers a different experience, combining creative performances, glamour, and storytelling. For instance, the opening night celebrates joyful rebellion, while the final evening features burlesque legend Lovey Goldmine.
- November 12 – Joyful Rebellion: Opening night featuring Jezebel Express.
- November 13 – Wit & Whimsy: An evening featuring Jeez Loueez and Lou Lou la Duchesse de Rière.
- November 14 – Gilded Glamour: A showcase featuring Jezebel Express and Lou Lou la Duchesse de Rière.
- November 15 – Through the Looking Glass: A closing celebration featuring burlesque legend Lovey Goldmine.
For more details, visitors can explore the full performance schedule on the official festival website.
Whether you’re a longtime burlesque fan or discovering the art form for the first time, the festival offers something memorable. Above all, REVERIE celebrates the creativity, diversity, and artistry of contemporary burlesque.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Toronto Burlesque Festival 2026 takes place from November 12 to 15, 2026. During these four days, audiences can enjoy a variety of burlesque, cabaret, and drag performances.
The festival takes place at Buddies in Bad Times Theatre in downtown Toronto. Specifically, the venue is located at 12 Alexander Street.
Visitors can enjoy four nights of performances featuring more than 50 burlesque, cabaret, and drag artists. In addition, the festival welcomes performers from Toronto, across Canada, and around the world.
The festival features performers including Lou Lou la Duchesse de Rière, Jeez Loueez, Jezebel Express, and Lovey Goldmine, alongside many other artists.
Visit the official Toronto Burlesque Festival website for ticket information, performance schedules, and updates. However, ticket availability may vary by show.
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