Starstruck

Venmo @MissRosieTempest

This fearsome temptress will dazzle and enrapture you from the murky lakes of the Midwest to across the pond in international waters. She'll either be the wind in your sails, or the maelstrom that destroys you. Performing and producing since 2021, she is a member of Des Moines' classic burlesque troupe, Cabaret Luster, and produces shows such as Tast Test Improv Burlesque, Clue, and Miserable Holiday Cabaret. Will she lead you into temptation, or throw you overboard?

Venmo @edna-a-hoe

Once upon a midnight dreary
She’ll leave you feeling weak and weary
Fallen to your knees upon the floor
She won’t have to steal your heart
You’ll give it freely from the start
Now quoth that ass: nevermore

Venmo @DameDenna

From somewhere in Temerant, this elusive mistress of debauchery is prone to startle the eye and stutter the heart. Independent, Fierce, and Fiery, her indulgence in sensuality and carnal pleasures will have you feeling that catholic guilt in the morning. She’s the bawdy dame with no shame, Dame Denna Desire

Venmo @MsFyneApple

This beautiful badass has risen to the top of the barrel to bestow you with her brilliance. She'll be the apple of your eye, and leave you begging for more. She may be fun sized, but don't bite off more than you can chew. 

She's the juiciest fruit in Iowa, Ms. Fyne Apple!

Venmo @Kilda-Mann
CashApp $QueenKilda

We all know of the sickening drag queen Kilda Mann but they also have a fierce kingsona! Barry N. Bodies is a drag king who came to life in 2019 and has been serving ever since! Barry has such a huge love for all types drag and cannot wait to perform a tribute act honoring Atlas Diamond, one of his favorite drag kings. Barry cannot wait to come out and honor such an amazing king in our community. 

Venmo @lunamacaroon

Luna Macaroon is a cosmic confection of celestial sweetness. Whether she is twirling in a cloud of rhinestones or teasing with a wink and a smile, she will entice you with her flavorful charm. Melt into Luna’s luscious spell where allure and playfulness supernova in the most delicious ways.

Venmo @MalcomMcKeel

A marauder in the water but a babe on stage.Born under the Jolly Roger and raised amidst the salty air of the Seven Seas, Malcom's journey to the stage began on the rugged decks of a pirate ship after graduating from FlashForce University in Spring of 2023. Known for his charismatic charm and fearless attitude, He’ll shiver your timbers and you’ll want to walk his plank, but remember who is in charge or you may get Keel-hauled. He is the Master Marauder: Malcom McKeel

Venmo @airwreckaharper
CashApp $LaurynnOrdyr

After taking home the title of Best Ass in Law School, Laurynn Ordyr made her way into the Burlesque scene in the mighty city of Des Moines. Laurynn is the Executive Director and Lead Investigator of the local SVU: The Sexy Vixens Unit. She’s here to tease and seduce you and leave you begging for justice to be served. You will have the right to remain mesmerized. 

Venmo @MsMaisiePearl

The irritatingly - lovely, Ms. Maisie Pearl is a jewel so lovely you say it twice. She is the gem for queens, and the queen of gems. This iridescent beauty will dazzle you with her charm, enchant you with her wit, and fascinate you with her grace.  Maisie has been dazzling audiences in central Iowa and abroad since 2022.

Venmo @BillyPsyko

Billy Psyko isn’t just a name—it’s a warning. With a switchblade smile and an upright bass that thumps like a heartbeat, he leaves broken hearts and smoky bars behind.

Raised on mischief and moonshine, he’s got a silver tongue, bruised knuckles, and never backs down from a fight—or a femme fatale.

Looking for trouble? You just found it.

Venmo @KingAtlasMidos

Conjured with the willpower of lesbian vampires and held together by the spite of an evil witch, Atlas Diamond is the creepiest, cutest creature you'd be happy to find at the edge of your bed at three in the morning. They're here to serve bratty sass and make you ask: "how the fuck does he bend like that?"

Venmo @Melody-Mischief

Melody Mischief is a Des Moines icon who has been bringing her brand of sass to the central Iowa burlesque scene since 2018.  She has performed on live stages across the Midwest and on virtual stages internationally.  She now shares her talents as a founding member and the current troupe leader of the Naughty Nerds Cabaret.  She is a maverick of mystique, a mistress of mayhem, and a manipulator of misadventure.  Her mother always warned her to stay out of trouble, but you'll find she's just the kind of trouble you want to get into.