A License to Thrill: Bond Burlesque

Featuring the exciting sounds of the Dave Babcock Orchestra, vocalist extraordinaire Ariana Whitlow, and House of Hush Burlesque.
About this Event

Join us on Saturday, October 3, 2026 as we present A License to Thrill: Bond Burlesque, featuring the exciting sounds of the Dave Babcock Orchestra, vocalist extraordinaire Ariana Whitlow, and House of Hush Burlesque.

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For Your Eyes Only! Award-winning Edmonton artist Dave Babcock has earned his reputation as one of Canada’s finest saxophonists, his soulful playing steeped in the living traditions of jazz and blues. Dave will be leading his 14-piece band through arrangements of some of Bond's biggest musical anthems, with vocal powerhouse Ariana Whitlow behind the mic. Add burlesque to the mix, and we've got A License to Thrill!

FEATURING burlesque solos by Chanelle De Mai (Paris), King Dom, and Jizz Ella. Hosted by LeTabby Lexington. Joined by dancers Violette Coquette, Scarlett Von Bomb, Charlee Queen and showgirls Dame Pérignon, Jezebel Sinclair, Sharpay Diem and Wripple Rouge. Kittened by River Strips. Stage Managed by Vivian Vanguard.

Dress-up in your favourite tux or femme fatale dress, and join us for a Royale evening out on the town, with a cast sure to both shake and stir you 💋

TWO SHOWS:

• Early Show: Doors at 5:30pm, Show at 6:30pm
• Late Show: Doors at 8:30pm, Show at 9:30pm

75 minute show, no intermission

PARKING: Please visit varsconatheatre.com/parking for details.

Early Bird Tickets: $40 + fees (available while quantities last)

Regular Admission: $50 + fees

VIP: $65 + fees (get a gift bag and a seat in the first 3 rows!)

No refunds. Please note – burlesque is 18+ and involves playful striptease and the removal of clothing. Email us with any questions not covered here. [email protected]