STILLNESS ON THE STAGE: A Movement Workshop with Lakota Shekhar

Sometimes the smallest movements make the BIGGEST impact!
Discover the power of stillness, movement, and stage presence with Lakota Shekhar
About this Event
STILLNESS ON THE STAGE
A Movement Workshop with Lakota Shekhar

Presented by Cocoa Pearlesque Presents Productions

Sunday, November 22, 2026
Crucible Nightclub | Madison, Wisconsin
Admission: PAY WHAT YOU CAN

THE ART OF DOING MORE WITH LESS!

You don't always have to move more to make a bigger impact!

Join internationally recognized burlesque performer Lakota Shekhar, affectionately known as Burlesque's Best Kept Secret, for a movement workshop designed to help performers discover the power of intentional movement, captivating poses, and commanding stillness.

Whether you're new to the stage or an experienced performer looking to elevate your artistry, this class will encourage you to slow down, connect with your audience, and make every movement meaningful.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

• Tiny Moves, BIG Impact: Discover how subtle movements can captivate an entire audience.
• Picture-Perfect Posing: Learn how to create powerful, memorable poses that look amazing onstage and in photographs.
• The Parade and Peel: Explore movement, presentation, and the art of the tease.
• The Power of Stillness: Learn how to hold attention and create anticipation without constant movement.

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR — LAKOTA SHEKHAR

Lakota Shekhar is an award-winning international performer celebrating 14 years of tease, with titles in both drag and burlesque.

Their accomplishments include the 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award, Cleveland's Duchess of Burlesque, former reigning Mx Ohio Burlesque 2025, and recognition by the Ecdysiast Arts Museum as one of burlesque's 100 Most Influential Black & Brown Entertainers.

Lakota is also the founder of Blackwater Cabaret, which celebrated 10 years of entertainment in 2024.

WHAT TO BRING

• Comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely.
• A willingness to learn, explore, and try something new.
• Your creativity, confidence, and readiness to WERK!

PAY WHAT YOU CAN — ACCESSIBLE ARTS EDUCATION

We believe that opportunities to learn, grow, and develop as artists should be accessible to our community.

This workshop is offered on a PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN basis. Contribute an amount that works for you while supporting Black artists and arts education.

IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFORMATION:

• Advance registration is MANDATORY.
• No payment is required at registration.
• Payment will be collected on the day of class.
• Please register as early as possible so we can prepare accordingly.

Registration reserves your place in the workshop.

SUPPORT BLACK ARTS. CELEBRATE BLACK EXCELLENCE.

When we invest in Black artists, educators, and creative spaces, we help build a stronger and more inclusive arts community.

Come learn, connect, and celebrate the power of movement with an incredible artist!

BE BRAVE!

Representation. Accountability. Visibility. Equality.

Presented by Cocoa Pearlesque Presents Productions in conjunction with the 5th Annual Burlesque Gotz Skillz Competition.