“21:CP is the Burlesque and Pinup Industry Bible. Part trade journal, part consumer-targeted entertainment magazine; It’s the absolute end-all authority on everything Burlesque and Pinup.”

Gentry Lane, Artistic Director, Gentry de Paris Burlesque Revue

 

“21st Century Pinups asks the questions that readers are most curious about. Their interview with Dita Von Teese was playful and insightful. As Dita’s friend of almost twenty years, I believe that it shows a true glimpse of her sense of humour and personal thoughts. Definitely the best that I have read so far. A beautiful representation of modern burlesque around the world.”

Ava Garter

 

“21st Century Pinups is produced by burlesque fans for burlesque fans which means, that even though I’ve been in the industry for ten years, I’m always finding out something new. Their coverage of burlesque at all levels is unique, which means that it appeals to all fans of burlesque from the professional performer to someone who has just been to their first show.”

Katie Halford, What Katie Did

Holli-Mae Johnson

Editor-in-Chief

Holli-Mae is a journalist and professional performer, and she is delighted to celebrate 21:CP’s first birthday with an upgrade to the slick user-friendly format you are currently enjoying.

She has seen over one thousand live burlesque and variety performances across the world, and still gets the biggest thrill from discovering exciting new burlesque and pinup talent, as well as providing a more intimate perspective on the lives and careers of her more established and well known friends in the industry.

She considers it a real privilege to show you all off and celebrate the 21st Century International scene, as well as honour the legends of the past.

“We are not just vacuuous tarts with no substance mincing about in various states of undress; we are artistes, we are performers, we create theatre, we teach and encourage, we write books and address academics. We provide exquisite escapism. We rock. Spread the word.”

Read the Editor’s Blog…

Starla James

Official Pinup Correspondent

Known as the ‘Fantasy Pinup Extraordinaire’, Starla has worked with, and is currently collaborating with many well known labels, including PinupGirlClothing, Titmore and Asspley, Desert Orchid Corsets, Maya Hansen, Whirling Turban, and Divine Titillation.

She also works closely with Frankenstein Pictures - the creative fantasy photography of Matt Ball, who has produced images for Starla’s recurring features, and we hope to show off more of his masterpieces in the future!

Starla is always ready and willing to offer advice to aspiring pinups and would-be sex kittens, and will produce regular pinup related news, guides and features for your enjoyment and interest.

Beatrix Von Bourbon

Official Burlesque Correspondent

Beatrix Von Bourbon began performing burlesque in May 2006 and in the years that have followed, she has won awards (Ministry of Burlesque Best Newcomer 2007, 21:CP Pin-up Queen 2008), performed on international stages (Germany, Italy, Ireland) and has even shared a bill with Chaz and Dave! Now working as a professional performer, she’s thoroughly engaged with the circuit and her peers, alert and attune to current the often heated burlesque climate.

Beatrix holds an MA in Cultural Studies and is by no means a stranger to writing. She has been published in many zines, had her ‘professional hints’ printed in Bizarre magazine, been interviewed for numerous university dissertations and book projects and has even had her blog featured on the frontpage of MySpace.com.

She’s a clear and intelligent writer with unlimited opinions and many an observation! Read her 21:CP commentary for recent thoughts and reflections on the current trends in the UK burlesque scene.

Resident Columnists

Stella Plumes

Stella was an instant hilarious hit from chapter one of her ‘Adventures in Burlesque’ series.

Recently she has even strayed into agony aunt territory, tackling your most distressing life dilemmas.

We are delighted to continue to have Ms Plumes in residence at 21:CP.

Khandie Khisses

Khandie’s tales of modern-day obstacles for the would-be starlet have proved most popular with our readers.

If Khandie has an opinion on something (and she always does) you are sure as hell gonna hear about it!

A delicious addition to the 21:CP team, Khandie continues to engage with her frank and entertaining dialogue.

Miss Mimi

A more recent columnist, Miss Mimi provides intelligent and challenging commentary on various issues that she feels merit further discussion.

Whether it is eating disorders or burlesque wannabies jumping on the bandwagon; if it’s the topic of conversation in the news and in the forums, Miss Mimi will be on hand to offer her take on the issue.

Annette Kellow

Annette writes about anything and everything that she encounters and enjoys. From old tea shops to burlesque-ing in Bollywood!

Just enjoy the ride kids - even we have no idea what she will drop in our inbox next!