If you are looking for an evening or day of something that is the opposite of family-friendly, Birmingham has something for you.
Several venues in Birmingham city centre have cabaret and burlesque shows that are perfect for a sensous and sexy night out for adults only. These shows are a perfect mix of theatrical entertainment featuring music, song, dance, drama, and sometimes, also comedy and nudity.
From Deritend to Chamberlain Square to Gay Village - there’s a sexy performance at various corners of central Birmingham, but it’s not for everyone.
However, if you know you want it - here are seven places in Birmingham to catch a burlesque or cabaret show:
1. Tonight Josephine, Birmingham city centre
From drag to burlesque to musicals to sing alongs - this venue has it all. Tonight Josephine has a number of great bottomless brunch options and the live entertainment with it is even more fascinating. On April 15, they have the Maison Du Péché show that is worth a watch. (Photo - Tonight Josephine Birmingham)
2. Mama Roux, Deritend
Mama Roux is a live entertainment spot and has cabaret shows every Thursday. The upcoming one is on April 6. Get ready to be dazzled with beautiful performers at the House of Mama. (Photo - Google Maps)
3. Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Edgbaston
This is for one day only but the Birmingham Botanical Gardens will be transforming for Swingamajig -a celebration of everything vintage. During the one-day festival on April 30, there’s going to be burlesque shows among live music and other things. (Picture: Swingamajig.co.uk.)
4. The Glee Club, Gay Village
The Glee Club isn’t just for comedians but also for other kinds of performers. The Glee Club is home to some of the very best international cabaret & burlesque performers, including longstanding Gilded Merkin shows. (Photo - Google Maps)