Classic Burlesque at The Bijou LADY OF BURLESQUE 1943 + Betty Page & more.

It's a show devoted to the tradition of Classic Burlesque. Not to be confused with shows performed today, Classic Burlesque was an original American theatrical form that featured comedy, dancing, singing, live instrumental music and of course, the Strip Tease. This theatrical form was hugely popular during the 1920's, 30's and 40's.

The 1943 feature film LADY OF BURLESQUE will be screened uncut starring Barbara Stanwyck. Based on Gypsy Rose Lee's novel, THE G-STRING MURDERS.

The Plot: After one member of their group is murdered, the performers at a burlesque house must work together to find out who the killer is before they strike again.

PLUS SELECTED SHORT SUBJECTS: Short films featuring famous Burlesque performers such as Betty Page, Sally Rand and Tempest Storm. Sally Rand's world famous Fan Dance will be seen as it was performed at the 1934 Chicago World's Fair.

This show will be introduced by film historian Chris Perry.

The Bijou opens at 6:30pm.

GET YOUR FREE BIJOU PUNCH CARD PASS: Don’t forget to ask for your free Bijou Punch Card next time you are at THE BIJOU. Each time you pay for an admission your card will be punched. When you get six punches, your card then becomes a free pass which you can use yourself, give to someone else or save for a rainy day.

DIRECTIONS COMING FROM THE LOW DESERT: From Hwy 10, take Hwy 62 north until you reach Yucca Valley. Once you are in Yucca Valley take a right at the second stoplight(Kickapoo Trail) and go 2 blocks to the stop sign(Onaga Trail) where you take a left. Go 2.8 miles and you are there. You will see the Bijou sign in front.

The Desert Classic Film Society is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization.