To be honest, I don’t exercise as much as I’d like to, but the ten shows a week definitely help! Getting stronger and more flexible is a goal I’m still reaching for, and I’m lucky to be surrounded by so many inspirational strong women, both at Absinthe and in the burlesque community! I’ve taken to going to the gym after shows around 1am, when I’m still all fired up from the stage. Living in a 24-hour city definitely has its advantages. As far as diet goes, I’m fortunate to be able to eat mostly what I want, though we usually keep meals at home pretty simple.

What a change it’s been from New York City! After 17 years of apartment living and subway riding in New York, I have a car and live in an actual house with a backyard. Joining the cast of Absinthe and performing on the Strip ten times a week has been so surreal. Some days it’s just another day at work, and then I see a cab drive by with the Absinthe advertisements, and I remember that I get to perform in one of the most popular shows in Vegas! It was difficult to leave my family, my friends, and the creative community of NYC burlesque behind, but I was lucky to be bringing my incredibly supportive husband along with me, and he’s been an angel during this whole period. The only drawback is that it’s more difficult to keep my creative drive going, without the constant roster of different shows and travel in my calendar to push me, but I have had the chance to really work on training my voice, and that is a huge benefit! I am very happy here, and I hope everyone will come out to see our show when they come through Vegas!