Role play. Who Am I today?

Who am I today ?

As I walked along my usual route, I noticed

The dance school, a place I've passed countless times.

However, today was different; the curtains were open,

giving me a clear view inside.

What caught my attention was the pink

and girly decoration.

I had one Idea in my mind for my next dance video

and that location seemed perfect for it.

I immediately called the number I found

on the flyer.

A charming woman answered the phone,

I expressed my interest in renting the dance

school for my video project.

We scheduled a meeting in her Burlesque school,

and during our conversation,

I told her that I need a room for my Dancing and in

in return, I offered to take pictures for her.

I showed her some of my previous work,

and she seemed impressed.

Now, we had a deal.

Meeting Bunny in person was exciting,

and I got more excited when she asked if I could come

to a Burlesque show the following week to take pictures of her.

I immediately said yes!

Wow,,,not only had I found the ideal location

for my video,

but I was also offered to witness the magic

of Burlesque for the first time.

I have a clear memory of arriving at the club

on a Wednesday evening.

The room had a cozy, mysterious vibe with neon lighting

with a small, charming stage.

The artists were rehearsing, and amidst them,

I found Bunny looking happy and excited.

I took some backstage pictures and was amazed

by the stunning beauty of the other Burlesque artists.

Their costumes, makeup, and confidence I felt like int the movie

Burlesque with Xtina Aguilera and Cher.

The place slowly filled up with people, mostly

women and couples dressed beautifully

in classic vintage fashion.

I felt euphoric witnessing the retro scene that I absolutely love.

And then, there she was – Bunny took the stage.

Her performance was so amazing that I had a hard time taking pictures.

I didn't want to miss a single moment of her beautiful act.

As the performance heated up, she undressed with

irresistible charm, leaving the audience mesmerized.

Bunny on stage was definitely not for under 18.

Bunny on stage was on fire!

Literally breathtaking.

Bunny off- stage, however, is a sweet Burlesque teacher

that used to be an English teacher before

she discovered Burlesque.

A woman that loves playing video games in sweatpants

and loves spending time with her Partner

with whom she is been together

for 20 years.

I watched some of her videos where

she talks about different personas she is embodying.

Despite her glamorous on-stage presence,

she revealed that she also had to handle practical

tasks like cleaning her school which seemed worlds apart

from her glamorous stage persona.

She explained that being a business woman

who must do less glamorous tasks

can totally coexist

with the Diva that I witnessed on stage.

Bunny's perspective resonated deeply with me.

I know how challenging it can be to blend creativity

with everyday responsibilities.

On one hand, we have our artistic side, full of passion

and a desire to create.

On the other hand, there's the practical aspect

of life that deals with everyday tasks like chores,

work, and finances.

It's like these two parts are pulling us in different

directions, and it can be hard to find a middle ground.

But Bunny's perspective offered a fresh take on this dilemma.

She suggested that we don't have to choose one over the other.

Having different personas for various events

can be incredibly exciting and empowering.

Each persona allows us to tap into different

aspects of our personality.

By accepting all aspects of ourselves, we can

find a balance that allows us to be true to our

creative spirit while still taking care

of our practical needs.