New York Burlesque Festival

In the 20th edition of Thirsty Girl and Angie Pontani's world-renowned festival, burlesque artists from around the world pull out the stops (and tassels) to showcase the finest the art form has to offer on four successive nights. The World Famous *BOB* and Wilfredo host the Teaser Party at the Bell House (Sept 29), and Albert Cadabra and Shelly Watson oversee the Premiere Party at Brooklyn Bowl (Sept 30). Murray Hill serves as master of ceremonies at the fancy Saturday Spectacular at Sony Hall (Oct 1); Scotty the Blue Bunny and Miss Astrid emcee the Golden Pastie Awards and Supper Club Stage Show at Le Poisson Rouge (Oct 2). Visit the festival website for a full list of performers.