October 16–18, 2026 | Santiago, Chile
Miss Sophie Champagne is heading to Chile! From October 16 to 18, 2026, the Italian burlesque performer, producer, and founder of Champagne Academy will be one of the headliners at the Santiago Burlesque Festival 2026, where she will also serve as a jury member and lead a special workshop dedicated to the art of stage presence.
With her signature blend of Italian glamour, sparkling charisma, comedy, and theatrical flair, Miss Sophie Champagne has been captivating audiences internationally since 2009. Her approach to burlesque combines elegance and playfulness, celebrating the art of seduction through personality, storytelling, and an unmistakable sense of humor.
Her participation in the Santiago Burlesque Festival marks another exciting chapter in her international career, bringing her distinctive style and experience to Chile’s vibrant burlesque community.
An International Career Rooted in Burlesque
Beyond the stage, Miss Sophie Champagne is the founder and director of Champagne Academy, an international burlesque school established in 2011. Through her work as a performer and teacher, she has helped introduce audiences and students to the art of burlesque across Italy, Switzerland, and Mexico.
She is also the producer of the Como Lake Burlesque Festival and the Guadalajara Burlesque Festival, two projects that reflect her passion for bringing artists together, encouraging creative exchange, and celebrating the diversity of the international burlesque scene.
As a performer, educator, and festival producer, Sophie brings a multifaceted perspective to the art form, combining years of stage experience with a deep understanding of performance, audience engagement, and artistic expression.
“Make Them Look at You” – The Art of Stage Presence
As part of the festival program, Miss Sophie Champagne will present her workshop “Make Them Look at You,” dedicated to one of the most powerful tools a performer can develop: stage presence.
Because being on stage isn’t just about what you do. It’s about how you hold the audience’s attention, how you communicate through your body, and how you transform even the smallest gesture into a moment worth watching.
Through this workshop, Sophie will explore the elements that make a performance captivating, helping participants develop greater awareness of their movements, use their gaze with intention, connect more effectively with the audience, and project a stronger, more confident stage persona.
From the way a performer enters the stage to the smallest pause, glance, or gesture, every detail can contribute to creating a magnetic presence.
Whether you’re an emerging performer or an experienced artist looking to refine your skills, “Make Them Look at You” offers an opportunity to explore how to make your stage persona more expressive, engaging, and unforgettable.
After all, the secret isn’t simply to be seen. It’s to make them unable to look away.
Headliner, Jury Member, and Teacher
At the Santiago Burlesque Festival 2026, Miss Sophie Champagne will bring together three essential aspects of her professional life: performing, evaluating artistic talent, and sharing her knowledge with other artists.
As a headliner, she will bring her signature theatricality and Italian sparkle to the festival stage. As a jury member, she will contribute her experience and artistic perspective to the celebration of burlesque talent. And through her workshop, she will share practical insights into the art of commanding attention and creating a memorable performance.
Her presence at the festival reflects the international spirit of burlesque: an art form that crosses borders, connects cultures, and gives performers the freedom to express their individuality.
See You in Santiago!
The Santiago Burlesque Festival 2026 will take place October 16–18, 2026, in Santiago, Chile, bringing together artists and burlesque enthusiasts for a celebration of creativity, performance, and glamour.
Miss Sophie Champagne looks forward to sharing the stage, exchanging ideas with fellow artists, and bringing a little Italian sparkle to Chile.
Three days of burlesque, a world of creativity, and plenty of champagne attitude. See you in Santiago!
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