The Burlesque Experience of Rome with Verissima Show
Step into a dazzling retro world of feathers, sequins, and live cabaret in the heart of Rome.
The Burlesque Experience Rome Verissima Show is a two-hour live performance blending cabaret, dance, magic, and music under the spirited direction of Vera Dragone, the reigning queen of Roman cabaret. Hosted in an intimate venue, the show immerses guests in a vivid variety-theatre tradition that draws on the golden age of burlesque. Each performance is crafted to surprise and delight, with a rotating cast that guarantees a fresh experience every week.
Vera Dragone leads every evening as both performer and hostess, guiding the audience through a carefully choreographed sequence of acts that shifts from melodic song to comedic interlude to spellbinding magic. Her presence anchors the show while leaving ample room for the diverse roster of guest artists to shine. The result is an evening that feels spontaneous yet polished.
The stage is shared by burlesque performers, the energetic male dance troupe known as the Papaya Boys, singers, magicians, and stand-up comedians, all rotating week to week. Costumes are elaborate and historically informed, drawing directly from the silhouettes and materials associated with mid-twentieth-century variety divas. Audiences are transported visually as much as theatrically.
The show is designed to be accessible to a wide range of guests, requiring no prior knowledge of burlesque or cabaret tradition to enjoy. The pacing moves swiftly between acts, keeping the energy high from opening to curtain call. It is an experience that works equally well for couples, groups of friends, and solo travellers seeking something beyond the conventional Rome evening.
Tour Highlights
Live two-hour variety show hosted by Vera Dragone, queen of Roman cabaret.
Rotating weekly cast featuring singers, dancers, magicians, and comedians.
Authentic burlesque performances inspired by mid-century variety theatre divas.
Lavish costumes adorned with feathers and sequins faithful to the original era.
The Papaya Boys male dance troupe adds high-energy choreography to every show.
Programme updates weekly so no two performances are ever identical.
What to Expect
Guests arrive at the venue and are welcomed into the cabaret setting. The atmosphere is designed to evoke the retro glamour of a classic variety theatre from the first moment you step inside.
Vera Dragone takes the stage as hostess and lead performer, setting the tone for the evening with her signature cabaret style. Her introduction frames the show and introduces the night's rotating cast of artists.
Featured burlesque performers take the stage in sequence, each presenting a distinct act that blends choreography, costume, and theatrical character. The Papaya Boys dance troupe delivers energetic ensemble numbers between solo acts.
Live singers, magicians, and comedians alternate throughout the programme, keeping the pacing varied and the audience engaged. The specific lineup changes each week, meaning the combination of acts is always new.
The full cast reunites on stage for the closing number, bringing the evening to a celebratory conclusion. Guests are invited to acknowledge the performers before the show formally closes.
Included and Not Included
Included
- Two-hour live burlesque and cabaret show
- Performance by Vera Dragone as hostess and lead artist
- Weekly rotating cast of burlesque performers, dancers, singers, magicians, and comedians
- Elaborate period-inspired costumes throughout the performance
Not Included
- Food and beverages
- Hotel transfers or transport to the venue
- Gratuities for performers or staff
- Any personal purchases at the venue
Important Information
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Secure your place at one of Rome's most distinctive live entertainment experiences and let Vera Dragone guide you through an unforgettable evening of burlesque, cabaret, and variety theatre.
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