What is burlesque? Who better to ask than burlesque performers themselves? With this question in mind, the author traveled over 14,000 miles across the United States visiting todays burlesque performers, photographing them in their homes, and asking them: What does burlesque mean to you? Their answers and 104 accompanying portraits may surprise you. For these performers, burlesque is so many things, including fun and empowerment on stage, an escape from lifes doldrums, a fantasy, a career. This book also presents a study in contrasts between the public persona of each performer and that performers private life.Brian C. JanesBrian C. Janes (aka BCJ) is a photographer, videographer, musician and producer based in Los Angeles, California. He has been photographing people since 2002, burlesque performers on and off stage since 2005, and specializes in portraits, glamour, and performance photography.104 color photosPortraits of Burlesque Performers in Their Homes104 color photos