Backstage at the Talk and Tease show Ben Noir asks me “How do I look?”. He is referring to his new fully sequined cock sock, glittering triumphantly in the tri colours of the French Flag. That's the only thing he's wearing, apart from a matching sequined hat. “Looks great!” I say, because of course it does. With his elegantly muscular physique, perfect posture and Errol Flynn face, how could it not? I first met Ben on an afternoon in the Bamboozle Room. He wanted to show me his act and workshop possible ways (aka levels of nudity) to end it. I find that whenever I meet someone and see the ..read more

the top ten things you might not have known about burlesque: Burlesque has a long and varied history. It originated in the 19th century as a form of satirical entertainment that parodied highbrow cultural events, and it has evolved over time to include a wide range of performance styles and themes. Burlesque performances often feature elements of comedy, music, and dance, as well as elements of striptease and seduction. Burlesque has been popularized in recent years by artists such as Dita von Teese and Immodesty Blaize, but it has a long and rich history that includes famous performers ..read more

As Australia’s most populous city, Sydney is home to some of the most exciting entertainment spots in the country. Aussies are back on the move, signalling the long-awaited end to two years of lockdowns. Not to mention the fact that tons of tourists are ready to explore the city and its nightlife. Fortunately, Sydney has a lot to offer. Big events in the city have been starting up again, such as the Australian F1 Grand Prix in April, and Vivid Sydney, a lights and entertainment festival, which ran from May to June. International tournaments are also back in town, and fans are anticipatin ..read more

Launched on May 14th, the Burlesque Bruncheon is Sydney’s newest and most vivifying edition to the brunch scene. It combines everyone’s favourite meal (brunch) with Sydney’s favourite cabaret dinning venue (The Bamboozle Room). Photo above by Etphemera: Natalya Alessi performs in the very first Burlesque Bruncheon.  The Burlesque Bruncheon is fresh take not only on bottomless brunch but also on the dining and show experience. It combines the informality of brunch, with the luxury of a bottomless indulgence, with the glamour of burlesque. At the Burlesque Bruncheon the performance en ..read more

We are excited to announce that our in house created blog has been included on Feedspot's list of the Top 10 Burlesque Blogs and Websites in the World, and is the only Australian based blog to make the list.  Sitting comfortably in the middle of the top 10 at number 5, the "Bamboozle Sydney" blog is essential the g-string between the left and right buttocks of the delectable derrière that is the international world of burlesque blogging.  To celebrate, we decided to have a look/perv at those other juicy butt cheek blogs and pluck out our favourite articles to shar ..read more

The Bamboozle Room were very excited to be approached by Hunter Clarke on behalf of Sydney metropolitan radio station 2ser107.3 to chat about what burlesque is, Sydney nightlife, the changing identity of Kings Cross and surviving everything from lockouts to lockdowns.  On the last Thursday in March 2022, Stef (the host of 'the Daily'), interviewed Bamboozle Room co-founder and Bamboozle Room songstress Nicolajayne Campbell live in their studio on Broadway. This interview was the first to welcome live guests back into the 2ser studio after a lengthy period of pandemic instigated virtu ..read more

The Night Cap - Dinner Show has charmed audiences two to three nights each week since it debuted mid July 2020. It was Sydney's first entertainment event to reopen after the first covid lock down. In a the world plunged into chaos from the emerging pandemic, launching a brand new cabaret show seems - well it seems bat shit crazy. It was. Luckily, it was so crazy that it actually worked with the "Night Cap" not only becoming the Bamboozle Room's most successful show so far, it quickly became the highest rated dinner show in Sydney. After an incredibly tumultuous yet successf ..read more

The Bamboozle Room is so excited to be a part of Sydney Solstice Festival 2021. You will fall in love with Sydney all over again this winter as you rediscover the magic of our city at night. Cosy up with a red wine or delicious cocktail at Sydney's most intimate cabaret dinner theatre.  This winter could be your last chance to see 'The Night Cap- Dinner Show', so do not hesitate. Grab a special friend or three and taste the glamour of Sydney's nightlife in a bygone era with an old fashioned dinner and show.  "The Night Cap- Dinner Show" is a vaudevillian adventure, wea ..read more

Did you know that seven out of ten people sabotage their Christmas social life without even realising? That's basically a fact.    Did you also know that your Silly Season Spirit Animal holds the key to realising your Christmas Party potential? Discover yours with 3 easy and convoluted questions that no trained professional would ask.  Unravel the mystery of your scarred Christmas party psychology now!   Let the quiz begin!.. You are at a friend’s party, hanging in the kitchen. What are you doing there? A. Avoiding the noise and commotion of ..read more

A recent study from the Bamboozle Institute has made a surprising correlation between the action of watching live burlesque performance and the effect on one's mood.  During the study, participants watching a live burlesque show experienced elevated levels of excitement and joy compared to a control group of people who stayed home watching Netflix. Even more surprising was that this increase of positive emotion persisted for an average of 4 hours post show.  In some lucky cases, participants experienced positive effects for up to a whole week. Scientists work ..read more