Queen of the West Burlesque Festival was formed to bring together the Cincinnati, Dayton, Northern Kentucky and Southeastern Indiana burlesque and alternative performance art communities. The festival has expanded beyond the region showcasing national and international talent(s).

 

As a nonprofit, we host an annual festival, including performances, workshops & community development. Our goals are to provide performer artistic grants and produce and/or sponsor community programs.

 

We evolve to meet the needs of the performance art community by expanding artistic opportunities and supporting sustainable creative economies in Greater Cincinnati and beyond. We are a welcoming, inclusive, and intersectional community committed to providing a safe space for all.