Review: All-Stars Burlesque 2026, Fringe 2026

Part of the International Fringe Burlesque Festival, All-Stars Burlesque 2026 is the second of five burlesque shows billed to be taking part, with over 70 international burlesque acts roving between shows to mix it up with some fabulous variety.

Vibe

The vibe for All-Stars Burlesque 2026 is the very best of burlesque – unlike Sexy Circus Sideshow 3.0 where there it’s more freaky and firy – featuring the creme de la creme of performers, according to compere Paul Klaas. We’re talking “award winners, showstoppers and the hottest stars around”.

It’s mainly burlesque, but because Klaas is hosting, there is a small element of circus, and also some fetish vibes from another act, meaning there’s still a decent bit of variety to the show.

Performance

We’re welcomed into the The Caves – already a well-known venue for fetish and burlesque – and what follows is a brilliant showcase of burlesque acts, all introduced by Klaas, who’s completely in his element. We’re treated to some truly fantastic burlesque performances, and many of the acts were in stunning costumes – including one act from Australia who had made the costume herself!

Klaas himself is a great compere, and this was the second time I’d seen his circus act. An incredible juggler, his act was a lot slicker this time round, pulling off the scary balancing bit on his first attempt – with a very enthusiastic audience member as his assistant.

Another act who stood out for me was Daphne Moon, who absolutely stuns with her performance, and who I remember from last year. All the acts were fabulous and delightful to watch; some were cheeky, some saucy, one deeply fetish, and I wish I’d gotten everyone’s names so I could list them all here.

It’s a really slick show, with just one person in charge of cleanup, and twice I did find myself picking up garments and throwing them back on stage to help out once the acts were finished.

Overall

I can confidently recommend All-Stars Burlesque 2026 to both lovers of burlesque, and newcomers who want to see what it’s all about. Because the lineup will change, you might not see the same acts twice, but it’s always guaranteed to be a fun night of incredible burlesque performances.