The Australian Burlesque Festival - New Follies

Schedule

Sun Nov 02 2025 at 07:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC+11:00

Location

MEMO Music Hall | Prahran, VI

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New Follies – 16 Years of Glamour Glitter & Burlesque Magic.

The Australian Burlesque Festival’s New Follies Competition opens for the first time at MEMO Music Hall in 2025 for another dazzling year celebrating an incredible 16 years of vintage glamour seductive artistry and world-class burlesque.

New Follies is a competition held during the Australian Burlesque Festival showcasing emerging burlesque talent from across the country and internationally. It’s a platform for these artists to display their unique style and charisma adding an element of excitement and suspense to the festival.

 “The biggest burlesque bash this side of the equator” – Time Out Melbourne

 “A glam-glorious night starring Australia’s best performers” – The Dusk Zone Blogger

Come celebrate our emerging talent as they hit the stage for the Australian Burlesque Festival. Ranging from elegant classic burlesque to bold boundary-pushing performances the New Follies is a must-see event for lovers of vintage flair theatrical spectacle and pure sensual entertainment.

AUSTRALIAN BURLESQUE

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Where is it happening?

MEMO Music Hall, 88 Acland St, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia, Prahran

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