No One Died When I Did The Reveal

Send us Fan MailBurlesque looks effortless when it’s done well, but the real story is what happens before the spotlight hits. I’m Isabella Bliss, and I’m joined by the brilliant Lindsay McGlone, a producer, performer, and stage manager with over a decade in the burlesque and cabaret industry. From her very first show as a stage kitten to building rooms where marginalised voices are centred, Lindsay brings the kind of grounded honesty that makes you rethink what “performance” really means. We talk about the craft that audiences rarely notice: backstage etiquette, why stage management can make you a stronger performer, and how one small shift like slowing down can turn an act into a genuine connection. Lindsay also shares the vulnerable side of the work, from body image and fat phobia to the pressure to fit a stereotype just to get booked. Her take on confidence is refreshingly practical: it isn’t only about how you look, it’s about how you hold yourself, how you create safety, and how you make people feel in a live room. We also get into the business of burlesque, because creatives run businesses whether or not anyone wants to give us that respect. Lindsay breaks down boundaries, communication tools like “tone check”, and why she now defines success as choice. You’ll hear how Reclaim Means Business connects burlesque with the wider business world, puts money back into the scene, and helps grow new audiences for live performance. If you care about burlesque, cabaret, live theatre, and the people behind the sparkle, hit subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave us a review so more listeners can find the show.Support the show🎙️ Behind Burlesque. The Burlesque Podcast— Hosted by Isabella BlissPulling back the curtain on life behind the glamour.✨ Real stories. Raw courage. The sparkle beneath the spotlight.🎧 New episodes every month — listen, subscribe, and leave a review.🌐 Follow us on Instagram @behind_burlesque and @miss_isabella_bliss📩 For partnerships & guest enquiries: [email protected]