Burlesque

The House of Shimmy Shake

HOSS is a House of Burlesque created by Telluride Theatre. We are a wholly local group that promotes body positivity and female empowerment. Artistic Director Sasha Cucciniello (aka THE COOCH) has taught burlesque at BurlyCon, the largest burlesque convention in the world.

Upcoming events

  • Telluride gay ski week

    Friday, February 28

    The House of Shimmy Shake (HOSS) will perform at Telluride Gay Ski Week’s DRAG/BURLESQUE SHOW, ft. our incredible burlesquers Miss LoveVonTopp, Sapphire & Checky Dee.

    Tickets on sale now

  • Burlesque Week

    March 21 — 29

    Join us for our flagship Burlesque Production at the historic Sheridan Opera House.

    Cheap Thrills: March 21 & 22
    House of Shimmy Shake: March 27 — 29

    Tickets on sale Feb 14

Get tickets to Gay Ski Week

Book us for an event

Email info@telluridetheatre.org for more info.

Beginning burlesque

CLASS RUNS: Sundays, 6 - 8pm

Burlesque is a celebration of femininity, the weird & wild and letting it all go. Join us on a fun-filled journey into this incredible art form, ultimately empowering women's creative, sensual, feminine beings.

Registration for 2025 Beginning Burlesque is now closed.