MORE than 100 burlesque dancers have taken to the streets of London in protest at one borough’s decision to class them alongside strippers and lap dancers.
Camden council has banned clubs from hosting the glamorous performances, in which women remove some – but not all – of their clothes unless they apply for an adult entertainment licence.
But after dancers from across the country marched on Camden Town Hall this afternoon, officials agreed to meet them to review the situation.
The row began earlier this year when the Proud Gallery in Stables Market was told it needed to be licensed for adult entertainment after three years of running the popular Be burlesque night.
Alex Proud, the club’s owner, said: “It’s unbelievable. Burlesque is not about naked women. It’s about the art of removing clothes. It’s nearer to theatre or dance than erotica. Proud is a million miles away from a strip club.”
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