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<!--Generated by Squarespace Site Server v5.11.81 (http://www.squarespace.com/) on Sun, 12 Feb 2012 12:13:22 GMT--><feed xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/"><title>Blog</title><subtitle>Blog</subtitle><id>http://www.gingerv.com/blog/</id><link rel="alternate" type="application/xhtml+xml" href="http://www.gingerv.com/blog/"/><link rel="self" type="application/atom+xml" href="http://www.gingerv.com/blog/atom.xml"/><updated>2012-01-09T18:56:06Z</updated><generator uri="http://www.squarespace.com/" version="Squarespace Site Server v5.11.81 (http://www.squarespace.com/)">Squarespace</generator><entry><title>Ruby Revue in Dallas and Burlesque Top 50</title><category term="burlesque"/><category term="burlesque top 50"/><category term="dallas"/><category term="ginger valentine"/><category term="ruby revue"/><id>http://www.gingerv.com/blog/2012/1/9/ruby-revue-in-dallas-and-burlesque-top-50.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.gingerv.com/blog/2012/1/9/ruby-revue-in-dallas-and-burlesque-top-50.html"/><author><name>[Ginger]</name></author><published>2012-01-09T15:34:07Z</published><updated>2012-01-09T15:34:07Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p>I am so honored to have been voted into the<a href="http://www.21stcenturyburlesque.com/the-burlesque-top-50-2011/"> Top 50 Burlesque Industry Figures of 2011</a> at #18. This is my first time on the Top 50 list and I am blown away by everyone's support and love. I am really excited for 2012 and I have so many fun projects ahead. I am so grateful that I'm able to make a living doing what I love -- striptease! I couldn't do it with out all of you fabulous people, so from the bottom of my heart, thank you!</p>
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<p>This Saturday, I'll be performing with the <a href="http://www.rubyrevue.com/">Ruby Revue</a> at the House of Blues Dallas. In honor of the NFL playoffs, I'm dusting off my pompons and bringing back "America's Sweetheart." Don't miss it!</p>
<p>Host Violet O'Hara will guide you through 90 minutes of chorus girls, soloists, glitter and tease. Doors at 9pm, show at 10p.m</p>
<p><a href="http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=72493">Get tickets</a> right now!</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>My final show of the year...</title><category term="dallas"/><category term="ginger valentine"/><category term="house of blues"/><category term="houston"/><category term="ruby revue"/><category term="stripping through the ages"/><id>http://www.gingerv.com/blog/2011/12/20/my-final-show-of-the-year.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.gingerv.com/blog/2011/12/20/my-final-show-of-the-year.html"/><author><name>[Ginger]</name></author><published>2011-12-20T20:51:47Z</published><updated>2011-12-20T20:51:47Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p>So excited to be peforming in my home state! Don't miss the Stripping Through the Ages Tour in Dallas and Houston!</p>
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<p>And here's footage of "Bumps and Grinds," the duet I do with <a href="http://www.elisaburlesque.com/ELISA.html">Missy Lisa.</a></p>
<p><iframe width="500" height="284" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/cfw4-J09c3U" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>Burlesque Charm School Workshop in Houston</title><category term="burlesque"/><category term="ginger valentine"/><category term="houston"/><category term="lady grace academy"/><category term="missy lisa"/><id>http://www.gingerv.com/blog/2011/11/8/burlesque-charm-school-workshop-in-houston.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.gingerv.com/blog/2011/11/8/burlesque-charm-school-workshop-in-houston.html"/><author><name>[Ginger]</name></author><published>2011-11-08T19:12:24Z</published><updated>2011-11-08T19:12:24Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p>I am so thrilled to come back to <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ladygraceacademy?ref=ts&amp;sk=wall">Lady Grace Academy</a> in Houston to teach a Burlesque Charm School Workshop with Missy Lisa. Wear fitted workout or dance wear and bring heels with an ankle strap.</p>
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<p>Tickets are <a href="http://www.houseofblues.com/tickets/eventdetail.php?eventid=71056">on sale</a> now!</p>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>Boolesque Spooktacular at the House of Blues Dallas</title><category term="burlesque"/><category term="dallas"/><category term="ginger valentine"/><category term="ruby revue"/><id>http://www.gingerv.com/blog/2011/10/14/boolesque-spooktacular-at-the-house-of-blues-dallas.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.gingerv.com/blog/2011/10/14/boolesque-spooktacular-at-the-house-of-blues-dallas.html"/><author><name>[Ginger]</name></author><published>2011-10-14T20:31:19Z</published><updated>2011-10-14T20:31:19Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p>I'll be performing next in the Ruby Revue's Boolesque Spooktacular next Friday at the House of Blues Dallas. I'm bringing back one of my favorite routines, so don't miss it!</p>
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<p>Spend two hours with Missy Lisa and me as we explore bumps, grinds, walks and shimmy and learn a sexy burlesque routine. Bring heels and wear fitted workout or yoga wear.</p>
<p><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><img src="http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w144/rebeccaelena/RRS_Workshops_HoustonIntro_WEB.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1317245122567" alt="" /></span></span></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>Gratitude</title><category term="burlesque"/><category term="ginger valentine"/><category term="new orleans burlesque festival"/><id>http://www.gingerv.com/blog/2011/9/26/gratitude.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.gingerv.com/blog/2011/9/26/gratitude.html"/><author><name>[Ginger]</name></author><published>2011-09-26T15:25:01Z</published><updated>2011-09-26T15:25:01Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p>Recently I was crowned "Queen of Burlesque" at the New Orleans Burlesque Festival. I'm still trying to process everything but with a little bit of distance behind me, I'm left feeling immense gratitude to my friends and family who have supported me through all the highs and lows. Thanks guys, I can't do this without you.&nbsp;</p>
<p>It is a distinct honor just to have even been selected to compete. Congratulations to LouLou D'vil, Lola Van Ella, my fellow Texan Ruby Joule and the other beautiful and talented women who peformed on Saturday night. I feel like we put on one hell of a show. Thanks to the Bustout Orchestra for providing the beats. Also, congratulations to producer Rick Delaup for producing one of the best burlesque events of the year.</p>
<p>When Kitten on the Keys asked me what I would do if I were to win, I answered that I'd dedicate my life to tits and ass.</p>
<p>Looks like it's going to be a fun year. Hope to see you around.</p>
<p>Yours in Pasties,</p>
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<p>I will be peforming a new act on Saturday night for the <a href="http://neworleansburlesquefest.com/shows/queen-of-burlesque/">Queen of Burlesque</a> show at the Harrah's Casino, then later <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Elisa-Burlesque/130909356922097">Missy Lisa</a> and I will perform our duet at <span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><img src="http://neworleansburlesquefest.com/shows/queens-ball/?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1315848255775" alt="" /></span></span> at Republic.&nbsp;</p>
<p>For updates and pictures, be sure to follow me on<a href="http://twitter.com/ginger_lee"> Twitter</a> or join my <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ginger-Valentine/247438811948799">Facebook fan page. </a></p>
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