Nauti Burlesque Festival

05/14/2026

First, we want to start by thanking every performer who submitted to perform this year. Applications were up from 83 last year, to 135 this year! To say we are grateful is an understatement. Our team spent countless hours pouring over them, and many hours deliberating. It was not an easy task. Please know if you were not selected this year, it is not a reflection on you or your art - but on the limited amount of spaces and time. Emails have been sent - if you haven't seen yours, please check all your folders before reaching out.

Cast announcements and weekend schedule - including classes open to the public - will be forthcoming!

05/09/2026

Tickets are ON SALE NOW for the 2nd Annual Nauti Burlesque Festival ! This year both Friday & Saturday night's showcases will be held at Off Cabot in Beverly! Our exclusive performer & industry party will take place Thursday in Salem. Details for the full weekend - including workshops open to the public on Saturday - coming soon!

⚓ The Nauti Burlesque Festival returns to Off Cabot this August! Co-produced by The Betsi Feathers & Siren of the Circle, don't miss this naughty, nautical burlesque celebration, Aug. 21-22.

Tickets:
⚓ Day 1: https://thecabot.org/event/stripwrecked-nauti-burlesque-festival/
⚓ Day 2: https://thecabot.org/event/shiver-me-tassels-nauti-burlesque-festival/

*Discounted combo ticket available*

05/02/2026

Things I've said aloud, to myself, while reviewing submission videos:

"I was NOT expecting that!"
"I love a good butt reveal"
and the classic "that's a yes from me"

THANK YOU to everyone who submitted - this is not going to be an easy process!

04/23/2026

Applications for 2026 are officially closed! We received 60% more applications this year over last! 😵‍💫😳😍 Now begins the long and hard selection process. We truly appreciate each and every performer who took time and effort to submit. You will all hear, one way or another. Thank you!!!

04/21/2026

Just over 36 hours left to apply! Applications close tomorrow, Wednesday, April 22 at midnight!!!

04/15/2026

One week left to get those applications in! Applications close next Wednesday, April 22nd!

03/28/2026

Don't forget to get those applications in! Until April 4th apps are FREE for BIPOC performers, and only $10 for all others. April 5th fees go up, so get them in sooner than later!

02/22/2026

DRUMROLL PLEASE.... 2026 Nauti Burlesque Festival applications are NOW OPEN! Gather your info, your links, your video, and apply to join us Thursday, August 20 - Sunday, August 23 in Salem & Beverly, Massachusetts for the 2nd Annual Nauti Burlesque Festival!

Applications are FREE until March 21 for all applicants, and until April 4th for BIPOC applicants. Apply at tinyurl.com/NBF2026

01/21/2026

It's been quiet here, but things are happening in the background! Applications to be announced soon!!!

08/24/2025

Long, complete, thank you post later... but THANK YOU!!! To all who joined us for the inaugural Nauti Burlesque Festival , we appreciate you!

Love, your co-producers,
Siren of the Circle 🧜‍♀️
& Ellis Dee of The Betsi Feathers 🪶