Sunday, February 28, 2016

Vaudeville, burlesque, cabaret....whats next!

Vaudeville is a type of entertainment popular chiefly in the US in the early 20th century, featuring a mixture of specialty acts such as burlesque comedy and song and dance. A modern day example from Sesame of this is of a modern day version of Vaudeville. 



Burlesque is a variety show, typically including striptease. A modern day example from the modern day movie Moulin Rouge shows a modern day version of burlesque. 

Cabaret is entertainment held in a nightclub or restaurant while the audience eats or drinks at tables. A modern day example from the modern day movie Anchorman shows a modern day version of cabaret. 


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