Honeylust Petites

Honeylust Petites is a POC, queer, theatre graduate turned Neo-Burlesque performer known for her magnetic stage energy, expressive “serving face,” and emotionally driven storytelling. A true dark horse, she transforms from quiet offstage presence to commanding, face-serving force the moment the lights hit.

She began her burlesque journey in 2021, made her solo debut in 2022, and by early 2024 stepped into independent performance. On 5th April 2025, she made her professional debut, launching a year of multiple paid bookings and rapid growth within the UK scene.

In June 2025, she was a Top Five Finalist at the Theatre of Leeds Tassel Off Championships at the Leeds First Direct Arena. She has also been selected as one of twelve finalists for the UK’s first NERD Burlesque Competition (May 2026).

Based in Hull, Honeylust learns and performs with The Late Night Circus and The Troublemakers. She has trained with respected artists including Cleopantha (Intensive Burlesque Day) and at the Firestarter Workshop Day run by Tempest Blaze, with instructors including Lily Snatchdragon.

Beyond performing, she works as a professional stage kitten and show manager across Yorkshire cabaret productions, giving her insight into burlesque from every angle of the stage.

Her work resonates particularly with introverts, queer audiences, and people of colour — communities historically denied space to fully take up and own the spotlight. Through controlled intensity, sharp facial expression, and narrative-led performance, Honeylust creates acts that linger long after the curtain falls.

Honeylust currently has three fully developed acts and facilitates three workshops:

• All That Drama — Blending theatre training with burlesque to deepen characterisation and stage presence.

• Dancehall Vibes — A beginner-friendly exploration of Dancehall history and choreography in a welcoming environment.

• Sassentials (debuting March 2026) — Focused on facial expression, subtle power, and commanding presence.

Honeylust Petites proves you don’t have to be the loudest or the most extravagant to dominate a stage.