Black Cherry Burlesque troupe calls Tucson home

Story and photo by Matthew Henry

Tucson is home to one of the country’s best and most active burlesque troupes.

Black Cherry Burlesque was founded in 2006 by Inga Kaboom and Stephka Von Snatch. Ever since, the group has been raising customers’ pulses with pin-up style glamour and one-of-a-kind original numbers.

The troupe performs locally at the Surly Wench Pub, 424 N. Fourth Ave., and throughout the country.

In celebration of Cinco de Mayo, Black Cherry will perform at the Surly Wench on Friday, May 7, with special guest La Cholita, “the queen of Latina burlesque.” The Muertones will provide live music.

The show starts at 10 p.m., with burlesque at midnight. Admission costs $10.

For additional information, visit www.tucsonburlesque.com.

Inga Kaboom performs during a Black Cherry Burlesque show.