The Boomettes
RICHMOND'S KITSCHY, SASSY & ADORABLE DANCE TROUPE OF BOOM BOOM BASICS
Inspired by Richmond's Historic, Byrd Theatre's chorus line "Byrdettes" dance troupe, The Boomettes are choreographed by Headmistress, Lottie Ellington and perform both neo-burlesque hilarity and classic style with vintage vaudeville appeal! They have performed in several of Virginia's finest theaters, including the Altria Theater (formerly the Mosque Theater), the Byrd Theatre and CenterStage in Richmond, the Jefferson Theater in Charlottesville, and the State Theater in Alexandria! Formed in 2012, the Boomettes have appeared in the 2014 Virginia Burlesque & Sideshow Festival, the 2017 Smoky Mountain Burlesque Festival, and the 2017 Elbys Awards presented by Richmond Magazine.
Meet the Boomettes!
Lottie Ellington, Virginia's infamous “Twerking Teacher,” revels in keeping the audience on the edge of their seats! Her unique style that blends comedic wit with a flair for the dramatic, began at an early age while studying various genres of dance including jazz, tap, and Congolese. Lottie is a staff instructor at Boom Boom Basics and a Boomettes advisor / choreographer.
New Jersey built and Richmond bloomed, Jo'Rie Tigerlily is poised to rip your face off in sexiest way possible. Known as the Ferocious Flower, she always brings the house down with her untiring energy and never fails to leave audiences wanting more! With a background in all things music and theater, this singer, dancer, mover and shaker is no stranger to the stage. Jo'Rie is a staff instructor at Boom Boom Basics and a Boomettes advisor / choreographer. Photo: Saliem from Hell
Lottie Ellington, Virginia's infamous “Twerking Teacher,” revels in keeping the audience on the edge of their seats! Her unique style that blends comedic wit with a flair for the dramatic, began at an early age while studying various genres of dance including jazz, tap, and Congolese. Lottie is a staff instructor at Boom Boom Basics and a Boomettes advisor / choreographer.
Header image courtesy Robert Escue