Baldwin, Michelle

Founder of one of the first neo-burlesque troupes, author Michelle Baldwin (a.k.a, Vivienne VaVoom) has helped to bring the lost art of burlesque back to the forefront of pop culture. Baldwin has served as the creative director, choreographer, music director, costumer, financial head, and performer for her troupe, "Burlesque As It Was." Her deep immersion into this art form has provided her with a rare view into the growth and evolution of the revival. She has sat on a panel of experts at the Tease-o-rama burlesque convention, and teaches the art of burlesque striptease and costume design to a...