Show-Me Burlesque at Casa Loma Ballroom

The final show for the Show-Me Burlesque festival took place on Saturday, May 14 at the historic Casa Loma Ballroom. This double show featured jugglers, fire eaters, aerialists, dancers, clowns, vendors and even a sideshow/hooch tent. Carnivalesque kicked things off with an array of guest acts from other states. St. Louis' own Beggar's Carnival closed out the night. Photos by Crystal Rolfe.
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Show-Me Burlesque at Casa Loma Ballroom
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Show-Me Burlesque at Casa Loma Ballroom
Show-Me Burlesque at Casa Loma Ballroom
Show-Me Burlesque at Casa Loma Ballroom
Show-Me Burlesque at Casa Loma Ballroom
Show-Me Burlesque at Casa Loma Ballroom
Show-Me Burlesque at Casa Loma Ballroom
Show-Me Burlesque at Casa Loma Ballroom

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