What is Burlesque?
{{otheruses}} '''Burlesque''' is a type of performance that makes people laugh by making fun of serious subjects. It has things in common with [[parody]] and travesty. The word ''burlesque'' has been used in English since the 17th century. A later use for ''burlesque'' refers to performance in [[variety show]] format. [[Category:Performing arts]] {{performing-arts-stub}}