Thank you to everyone who contributed to this campaign.  As of July 2016, We have accepted fiscal sponsorship from Shunpike which means that going forward, we will be offering our donors tax receipts for contributions to this exquisite project. Should you like to continue to support our efforts by making a tax-deductable donation, you may do so by visiting us at houseofverlaine.com/contribute  

Again, thank you for your contribution. Your support truly means the world to us.

~Lily and House of Verlaine








Reviews for House of Verlaine:

"House of Verlaine could very well be the next big thing in both the burlesque and dance scene” -Seattle Dances
 




Histoire de Melody Nelson, an original ballet conceived by Lily Verlaine (nom de scene of Rachel Gourd)  based on the music of Serge Gainsbourg.

“successfully broadened the definition of what can constitute ballet with revealing costumes and movement ranging from suggestive to explicit. Melody Nelson perfectly captures Gourd’s impulse to make erotic ballet, and shows how the format can work.” Anna Waller. “Sexy New Ballet at House of Verlaine.” Rev. of L’Edition Noire, dir. Rachel Gourd. Seattle Dances 15 May 2015.






Can-Can du Maison Verlaine, a spin on a traditional can-can with men and women wearing brightly colored can-can skirts, women partnering women, men partnering men and 137 high kicks.

“the whimsical Can-Can du Maison Verlaine where they once again proved that they can certainly dance. There were all the things one would expect from a can-can like ruffled skirts, splits and high kicks… 137 of them to be exact. But there were also a few things that you might not expect like men in heels doing backflips. RuPaul would be so proud! The high-energy choreography, excitement and a few squeals from the performers had the audience begging for more.”  Ross Cornell. “Pasties & Pirouettes: Ballet Meets Burlesque in House of Verlaine’s Nightcap.” Rev. of L’Edition Noire, dir. Rachel Gourd. Seattle Gay Scene 12 May 2015.




Lily Verlaine, Artistic Director & Choreographer: is a classical ballet dancer, burlesque artist, and choreographer. She is the Artistic Director, Choreographer and Co-Producer of Land Of The Sweets: The Burlesque Nutcracker, Through The Looking Glass: The Burlesque Alice In Wonderland, Burlesco DiVino: Wine in Rome, and L’Histoire de Melody Nelson, part of the choreographers’ showcase l’Edition Française featuring Miss Verlaine, Olivier Wevers, and Kitten LaRue. She studied at San Francisco Ballet and other notable schools with some of the most beloved names in ballet including David Howard, Laryssa Sklyanskaya, and Gelsey Kirkland. Her globe-hopping tours have included performances with such talent as Dita Von Teese, Julie Atlas Muz, Dirty Martini, and author Andrei Codresceau.