Dottie DeLite is set to shine!
Photo by Stuart Bucknell Photography
The Muse School of Burlesque is ‘Delite’d to see one of their own return to the fray, AND take on Wollongong’s biggest charity dance event, the Wave FM Stars of Wollongong competition.
After a Breast Cancer diagnosis and treatment resulting in 4 years away from the burlesque artform, Kate Gurd aka Dottie DeLite has returned to learning burlesque – it’s like starting all over again. But she is keen to build her strength and take up the specialised skill of dancing with Feather Fans.
Mae de la Rue, veteran Australian burlesque performer and the Head Muse at Muse School of Burlesque has volunteered as Kate’s dance partner, teaching her Feather Fan Dancing in a very special routine just for the Stars of Wollongong. Both are eagerly anticipating the competition on 19 June at WIN Entertainment Centre in front of 700+ to show off some sparkling costumes and fancy feather work.
But before the big night, Kate is also undertaking her fundraising to support the Cancer Council NSW, and the Muses are getting right behind her to help her achieve her goal!
Here’s how you can Shine Bright like Dottie DeLite!
Buying merch and donations
Donate to Kate
The simplest option is to make a donation directly to Kate Gurd’s fundraising page on the Stars of Wollongong website – donations over $2 are tax deductible. Kate’s Stars of Wollongong Donation Page.
Buy Raffle Tickets
At the Wave FM Stars of Wollongong competition, a huge raffle with more than $16,000 worth of prizes up for grabs (including a private burlesque class for up to 12 people from Mae de la Rue and Muse School of Burlesque). Winners do not need to be present at the show to win – check out the prizes on offer and buy using Kate’s link for your raffle tickets to go towards her fundraising total: Buy Stars Raffle Tickets
Be a Burlesque Star!
To support Kate, the Muse School of Burlesque has created 2 exclusive Burlesque Star merchandise designs with all proceeds going towards Kate’s fundraising total. Choose from the Shooting Star – Shine Bright Dottie Delite or the Burlesque Star designs (both featuring illustrations by Just Call Me Cat Designs) in t-shirt, crop tee, or hoodie to help Dottie Delite shine bright at the Wave FM Stars of Wollongong. Shop the Burlesque Star Look now.
Attending events and shows
Kate’s Quiz Night for Cancer 23 May
Join Kate and her family and friends for the biggest night of gaming fun this side of the Escarpment. Take on the challenges of Musical Trivia, The Price is Right, Family Feud and Musical Guess Who in a night of fun and frivolity at the Woonona Bulli RSL Club. Enjoy a light supper while you try to beat the challenges, win the prizes and take home bragging rights as the Games Night Champion! Book to join Kate’s Quiz Night for Cancer
Wave FM Stars of Wollongong 19 June
Cheer on Kate and Mae as they hit the big stage at WIN Entertainment Centre to battle for the crown. See all 16 Stars Dance for Cancer and try to impress the judges with their smooth moves. Audience can also vote for their favourite duo and see who takes out the Best Costume title! Book your seat at the Stars of Wollongong.
Muse Showcase on 9 May – Thank you for your support!
Kate and the Muse School of Burlesque Students put on a stellar showcase on Saturday 9 May at The Music Lounge Wollongong! Kate performed in a group routine dedicated to Dolly Parton, along with solo and group performances from students from across the Illawarra and Sutherland Shire. More than $3,000 was raised and will go to Kate’s Fundraising total. Follow our socials to see snippets from the show! Follow on Facebook and Instagram
