Burlesque is a literary, dramatic or musical work intended to cause laughter by caricaturing the manner or spirit of serious works, or by ludicrous treatment of their subjects. The word derives from the Italian burlesco, which itself derives from the Italian burla – a joke, ridicule or mockery.
Beginning in the early 18th century, the term burlesque was used throughout Europe to describe musical works in which serious and comic elements were juxtaposed or combined to achieve a grotesque effect. As derived from literature and theatre, “burlesque” was used, and is still used, in music to indicate a bright or high-spirited mood, sometimes in contrast to seriousness.
American burlesque shows were originally an offshoot of Victorian burlesque. The English genre had been successfully staged in New York from the 1840s, and it was popularised by a visiting British burlesque troupe, Lydia Thompson and the “British Blondes”, beginning in 1868. New York burlesque shows soon incorporated elements and the structure of the popular minstrel shows.
Frank Bannister is about to have a very long night. A writer of violent horror stories, Frank is alone, depressed and one step from full blown alcoholism. Late one dark and stormy night his quiet hermit existence is disturbed when two eccentric exotic dancers arrive on his doorstep. Alternatively seductive and sinister the beautiful women promise to make all Frank’s dreams come true. They prove to be as good as their word. Only problem is, Frank is a man with very dark dreams indeed. Written by Dominic Deacon
cowboy is an animal herder who tends cattle on ranches in North America, traditionally on horseback, and often performs a multitude of other ranch-related tasks. The historic American cowboy of the late 19th century arose from the vaquero traditions of northern Mexico and became a figure of special significance and legend. A subtype, called a wrangler, specifically tends the horses used to work cattle. In addition to ranch work, some cowboys work for or participate in rodeos. Cowgirls, first defined as such in the late 19th century, had a less-well documented historical role, but in the modern world have established the ability to work at virtually identical tasks and obtained considerable respect for their achievements. There are also cattle handlers in many other parts of the world, particularly South America and Australia, who perform work similar to the cowboy in their respective nations.
For most Americans, and even for many of the world’s people, the United States cowboy heroism and mystery figure. In literature, and film and TV works in the, cowboy usually are is head wearing Mexico type wide along high top felt hat, and lumbar carry Ke, special revolver fire pistol or shoulder carry Winchester rifle, and body wrapped around bullet with, and wearing jeans skin coat, and and beam sleeve tight more bag cowboy clothing, and foot pedal a double ornaments has thorn horse nail of high tube skin sets boots, and neck surrounding a color dazzlingly beautiful of printing generous towel, and riding with wilt with lightning speed, image mighty and free, is a representative has typical of individualism and free spirit of external dress. Since diechu is not poor rendering of Western films, as well as a variety of paperback novels and TV show, make good, capable, brave cowboy welcome. However, the real Cowboys are descendants of romanticism than its regular practices render to much more complex characters. In fact, the cowboy is a short historical phenomenon, is the United States the period from 1866 to 1886 in the West of the very popular a service industry workers. Profession, depends on the invention of refrigerated train cars. – Yet another invention of barbed wire and the profession soon disappeared.
This Cowboy Santa Hat will make any party more festive! Hat is made of soft velvet with marabou accents. Spot clean only, air dry. One size fits most adults.
Crikey! This is the best disguise for hunting crocodiles!
This hat is brown with animal-print trim. Faux teeth are attached to the trim which is the perfect look for the ultimate hunter from the Outback. One Size fits most adults.
This brown cowboy hat with dark brown leatherettes is perfect for riding off into the sunset with your trusty stead. Then you can swing by the local saloon for a little honkey tonk. Available in One Size Fits Most Adults/Kids/Teens. Includes: Hat.
If you’ve been to the ends of the desert and back, then this hat is for you! Complete your tough guy cowboy look with this cool hat, which features a cowboy style in gray, black trim, and a silver skull and crossbones attached to the front. Includes hat.
Let your little rascals experience the thrill of the wild, Wild West while you indulge yourself with pictures of them wearing this super adorable Cowboy costume for toddlers. You will have the pleasure of seeing your child transform from the cute and innocent toddler into a tough and cool-but still cute-cowboy. This costume features a black and white jumpsuit with an attached black and white cowhide vest and chaps that may look tough but is really comfortable to wear assuring you that your child would not want to take it off. In fact, you might just have a hard time taking it off him, especially when it has a red bandana to complete the tough guy look. You know how kids just love looking like a grown up! Get this precious cowboy outfit and have your little one ride the rodeo in style while you fill out those photo albums.
The Cheshire Cat in Disney’s Alice in Wonderland, Created by Lewis Carroll. Alice in Wonderland is a 1951 American animated feature produced by Walt Disney and based primarily on Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland with a few additional elements from Through the Looking-Glass. Alice meets the Cheshire Cat who advises her to visit the Mad Hatter, March Hare and the Dormouse. The three are hosting a mad tea party and celebrate Alice’s “unbirthday”, a day where it is not her birthday. The Cheshire Cat appears again and pulls a trick on the Queen which she accuses Alice of doing, and Alice is put on trial.
19-year-old Alice returns to the magical world from her childhood adventure, where she reunites with her old friends and learns of her true destiny: to end the Red Queen’s reign of terror.
The Cheshire Cat (1996) http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0160131/
Pair of Purple and Pink Platform Shoes w/Pink BowYou won’t want to pull a disappearing act in these women’s Cheshire Cat shoes! The patent leather shoes have a one inch platform with grips on the bottom to help prevent slipping. They feature the signature pink and purple stripes with purple accents on the toe, bottom and heel. A purple strap across the foot to secure the shoe. A fun and cute pink bow embellishes the straps. Strut your stuff through Underland when you pair these shoes with any of our sexy Cheshire Cat costumes!
Striped Bomber Hat w/EarsMatching TailStir up a little mischief on Halloween as the Cheshire Cat! This women’s Cheshire Cat accessory set includes a bomber-style hat with light and dark pink stripes. The hat features ears, string on the sides with pom poms and an interior pocket. The matching tail measures 17″ long and has a loop on the end that allows you to pin it in place. A great addition to any Alice in Wonderland group!
Down the Rabbit Hole is where you’ll find this Curious Cat! The cute Cheshire Cat Child/Teen Costume includes a pink top and purple layered skirted dress with detachable tail, pink and purple fluffy bootcovers, striped pink glovettes, headband with purple and pink cat ears and hand held face mask to complete your adorable disguise!Available in Child and Teen Sizes: X-Large (14-16), Junior (7-9).Includes: Dress, Bootcovers, Glovelettes, Headband, Mask.This is an officially licensed Alice in Wonderland T product.Please Note: Costume is running small in chest. Please take into consideration when ordering.
Parents, do you need a Halloween costume for your teen that doesn’t make your eyes pop? Your teen will look very cool as this classic C.S. Lewis character! Our Teen Girl’s Cheshire Cat costume will highlight her mischevious grin. The Teen Girl’s Cheshire Cat costume includes a pink and purple dress, striped tail, striped arm warmers, and fuzzy pink and purple boot covers/leg warmers. We also include kitty ears headband and little Cheshire grin mask! The character is screened onto the tee-shirt to make it as much outfit as costume. This officially licensed Cheshire Cat costume will let your daughter look cool and have fun, whether she’s out to dance the night away or just hang out at her Halloween party. This is a costume both you and she can agree on! This item goes out of stock very quickly, so don’t wait! Get your Teen Girl’s Cheshire Cat Costume today!
Jumpsuit w/attached TailFaux Fur HeadpieceMatching MittsMatching Shoe CoversThe magical and nonsensical Cheshire Cat comes to life with this purple and pink striped polyester jumpsuit! An attached plush tail and a matching headpiece with ears give the costume an authentic touch. The headpiece has a fur patch down the middle and the ears are also covered in fur. The jumpsuit has a zipper closure in the back so you can easily get in and out of the costume. Matching fur mitts and shoe covers complete this one-of-a-kind Alice in Wonderland character look. A fun Alice in Wonderland costume for teens!
Now you can speak in riddles and look like crazy cat on the Disney Alice in Wonderland cartoon with this Sexy Cheshire Cat Costume. Our girls Cheshire Cat costume includes a stretch spandex pink and purple striped tube dress with cat tail, cat ears, matching cuffs and matching thigh high stockings.
Striped Jumpsuit w/attached TailFur Shoe CoversMatching HeadpieceFur MittsAdd a unique costume to your group Alice in Wonderland costume with this plus size purple and pink striped polyester jumpsuit! The jumpsuit has a zipper closure in the back so you can easily get in and out of the costume. The attached plush tail and a matching headpiece with ears give the costume an authentic touch. The headpiece has a fur patch down the middle and the ears are also covered in faux fur. Matching faux fur mitts and shoe covers complete this Alice in Wonderland costume.
Wonder Woman is a fictional character, a DC Comics superheroine created by William Moulton Marston. She first appeared in All Star Comics #8 (December 1941). The Wonder Woman title has been published by DC Comics almost continuously except for a brief hiatus in 1986.[1]
Wonder Woman is a warrior Princess of the Amazons (based on the Amazons of Greek mythology) and was created by Marston, an American, as a "distinctly feminist role model whose mission was to bring the Amazon ideals of love, peace, and sexual equality to a world torn by the hatred of men." Known in her homeland as Diana of Themyscira, her powers include superhuman strength, flight (even though the original Wonder Woman did not have this ability), super-speed, super-stamina, and super-agility. She is highly proficient in hand-to-hand combat and in the art of tactical warfare. She also possesses animal-like cunning skills and a natural rapport with animals, which has been presented as an actual ability to communicate with the animal kingdom. She uses her Lasso of Truth, which forces those bound by it to tell the truth, a pair of indestructible bracelets, a tiara which serves as a projectile, and, in some stories, an invisible airplane.
It’s the modern day, and being Wonder Woman is complicated. Diana is leading a triple life – running a large corporation out of costume and fighting crime in costume in one identity
DressHeadpieceWrist cuffsLassoBe a sexy superhero on Halloween with this Wonderlicious Woman costume! The adult costume is made of a polyester spandex blend and has halter style straps that tie around the neck. The dress has gold laces up the chest and it zips closed in the back. The blue, star spangled skirt has three ruffled layers for a flirty look. Also included are two gold wrist cuffs with a red star, a gold headpiece with a red star, and a gold lasso. Add a pair of our sexy red superhero boots and get ready to save the day!
Brown Wig*Headband not included.Get an Amazon makeover with this adult Wonder Woman wig! The premium wig consists of silky-soft hair that hangs just past the shoulders and is made from imported synthetic fibers. The bangs are brushed back for a classic Wonder Woman style and the ends feature soft curls. The interior is lined with mesh for breathable and comfortable wear. The wig is also adjustable with straps on the inside for the perfect fit. (Please note the Wonder Woman headband is not included.) Wear this realistic wig with any of our Wonder Woman costumes for an authentic superhero look!
Wonder Woman Dress w/CapeGold BeltGold HeadpieceRed and White Boot TopsSilver GauntletsStand to serve justice with this awesome toddler Wonder Women costume. The Velvet dress top has the Wonder Women logo sewn in the middle. The glossy signature blue miniskirt with scattered stars is made of polyester. The costume’s Velcro closes behind the neck and the glimmering bright red polyester cape is also included. Red and white velvet boot tops, gold foam belt and headband add authenticity to this superhero costume. Create the final touch with silver foam wristbands, leaving you to feel like a true Wonder Woman.
Dress w/Wonder Woman Logo & CapeRed and White Boot TopsSilver GauntletsWonder Woman HeadpieceWonder Women is the ultimate female superhero and you will be too in this teen Wonder Women costume. The outfit includes a velvet top with straps that tie around the neck. The red vinyl cape has a collar with a Velcro closure. The Wonder Women gold logo is sewn to the front of the dress. The costume also has the glossy signature blue miniskirt with scattered stars. In addition, the outfit includes red and white velvet boot tops, gold foam tiara headband and brilliant silver foam wristbands. Show off your Amazon strength in this superhero costume.
Wield your Lasso of Truth to capture the villan and force them into confessing their every evil plan this Halloween! The Wonder Woman T-Shirt Adult Costume Kit includes a red printed t-shirt, the classic character headpiece, and a red cape. Available in Adult sizes: Small, Medium, Large, and X-Large. Includes: Shirt, headpiece, and cape. Does not include: Pants or shoes. This is an officially licensed DC Comics costume.
If you are the type of person who thinks queen, princesses and famous women costume are boring and if you think sexy costumes are just as passé and so crass, this is indeed the right one for you. Now is your chance to become a superhero. With this Wonder Woman costume you can show them that there is more to dressing up than simply stepping into a historic character or famous woman character. At the same time you can be just as sexy as anybody else in this costume. In fact, there is more to be desired in this costume than the typical sexy costumes out there. Definitely you will be the star of the night when you arrive at the scene with this red, white and blue dress. The WW insignia completes the look of a superhero about to fight the evil villains. The costume comes with red cape, red and white boot tops, gold belt, gauntlet and headpiece.
The concept of death as a sentient entity has existed in many societies since the beginning of history. In English, Death is often given the name Grim Reaper and, from the 15th century onwards, came to be shown as a skeletal figure carrying a large scythe and clothed in a black cloak with a hood. It is also given the name of the Angel of Death or Devil of Death or the angel of dark and light (Malach HaMavet) stemming from the Bible and Talmudic lore. The Bible itself does not refer to "The Angel of Death;" there is, however, a reference to "Abaddon" (The Destroyer), an Angel who is known as the "The Angel of the Abyss". In Talmudic lore, he is characterized as archangel Samael.
She looks like death… but it’s beautifulPanne dress with peaked hood and extreme slit. Flattering gathers at center front top. Sheer draped sleeves. Available sizes:
Medium Large Extra-Large
Scythe and Shoes are not included, so don’t forget to add them!
The 4-Piece Sickle is a great accessory to complete any grim reaper costume. It is easy to assemble and simple to store after using it this Halloween. Weapon is approximately 39" long once it is fully assembled. Includes: Sickle. Pair with any Grim Reaper or Dark Messenger disguise for a haunting ensemble.
You can run, but you can’t hide from Death’s grasp this Halloween! Includes a polyester robe with hood and extra large flared sleeves and skull mask. Available in adult size Plus. Includes robe and mask. Scythe, pants and shoes not included.
Cultivating a harvest of souls, this ghastly being can always send a shiver down anyone’s spine…
This menacing fully finished garment includes a full length oversized black robe with zipper in back & Black velvet collar, a separate Black velvet hood with attached cape, and a long Black velvet belt tie. Also includes a plastic scythe and a pair of white gloves. Sure to cause great fear, where ever you may go!
Available sizes:Medium (34-40)Large (42.44) X-Large (46-48) Click here for a more detailed Size Chart. Makeup sold separately. Skull pendant not included, nor available. Robe & Hood: 100% Polyester Machine wash cold – gentle cycle, tumble dry low (NO bleach)
If you hear a knock on the door, answer if you dare… just remember the Grim Reaper may be there. The Grim Reaper Deluxe Adult Costume includes: A long black tethered robe, a black hood with an attached black face cover, and a pair of skeleton gloves for a completely eerie appearance. Guaranteed to have everyone up in arms this Halloween! Available in One-Size fits most adults. Includes: Robe, hood with face cover, and gloves. Shoes and scythe are not included. 100% Polyester.
Death has a long reach, as you will surely find out with this costume. The Grim Reaper Creature Reacher Adult Costume includes: a detailed deluxe latex skeleton mask with hood, foam latex skeletal hand/arm extensions and a black robe. Available in Adult Standard size. Includes: Mask/Hood, Hand/Arm Extensions, Robe. Does not include shoes. The foam latex arm/hand extensions move with you and give you that extra reach. Keep an eye out for our other Creature Reachers costumes (sold separately). This is an officially licensed Creature ReachersT product.
