“Burlesque” is a 2010 drama and music movie directed by Steve Antin and features stars like Cher, Christina Aguilera, and Eric Dane. This movie tells an inspiring story of a young girl from a small town who finds her potential in a neo-burlesque club in Los Angeles that’s managed by a former dancer. This article will explore where the movie was shot, the characters, and some interesting backstage revelations.
Where it Filmed?
“Burlesque” was primarily filmed in California, USA. The major filming locations include Sony Pictures Studios situated at 10202 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City, the Ricardo Montalbán Theatre at 1615 Vine St, Hollywood, Los Angeles, and some parts of Los Angeles. The shooting of the film took place from November 9, 2009, until February 24, 2010.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Cher | Tess |
| Christina Aguilera | Ali |
| Eric Dane | Marcus |
| Cam Gigandet | Jack |
| Julianne Hough | Georgia |
| Alan Cumming | Alexis |
| Peter Gallagher | Vince |
| Kristen Bell | Nikki |
| Stanley Tucci | Sean |
| Dianna Agron | Natalie |
| Glynn Turman | Harold Saint |
| David Walton | Mark the DJ |
| Terrence Jenkins | Dave |
| Chelsea Traille | Coco |
| Tanee McCall | Scarlett |
| Tyne Stecklein | Jesse |
| Paula Van Oppen | Anna |
| Isabella Hofmann | Loretta |
| James Brolin | Mr. Anderson |
| Stephen Lee | Dwight |
| Denise Faye | Preacher |
| Baldeep Singh | Ali’s Hotel Manager |
| Michael Landes | Greg |
| Tisha French | Loft Assistant |
| Jay Luchs | Party Guest at Marcus’ House |
| Katelynn Tilley | Ditsy Waitress |
| Gwen Van Dam | Curler Woman at Grundy Bus Stop |
| Catherine Natale | Curler Woman’s Friend |
| Jonathon Trent | Damon / Bumper Band Member |
| Blair Redford | James / Bumper Band Member |
| Taylor Graves | Bumper Band Member |
| Adam Driggs | Bumper Band Member |
| Alvino Lewis | Bumper Band Member |
| Jimmy R.O. Smith | Bumper Band Member |
| Leah Katz | Bumper Band Member |
| Melanie Lewis | Main Dancer |
| Sarah Mitchell | Main Dancer |
| Tara Nicole Hughes | Main Dancer |
| Loriel Hennington | Main Dancer |
| Corey Anderson | Bartender |
| Timor Steffens | Bartender |
| JaQuel Knight | Bartender |
| Samantha Abrantes | Can Can Dancer |
| Michelle Brooke | Can Can Dancer |
| Jamie Lee Ruiz | Can Can Dancer |
| Viktoria Shvartsman | Contortionist |
| Shannon Beach | Contortionist |
| Jenny Robinson | Dancer |
| Talia-Lynn Prairie | Dancer |
| Meredith Ostrowsky | Dancer |
| Katrina Norman | Dancer |
| Micki Duran | Dancer |
| Ashley Ashida Dixon | Dancer |
| Rachele Brooke Smith | Dancer |
| Allison Kyler | Dancer |
| Audra Griffis | Dancer |
| Jacquelyn Dowsett | Dancer |
| Nicole Abramson | Girl on the Street (uncredited) |
| Tiana Brown Gandelman | Dancer (uncredited) |
| Jamie Ann Burke | Burlesque Dancer (uncredited) |
| Stephanie Campbell | Catering Staff (uncredited) |
| Bryan Dodds | Dancer |
| Bar Tender (uncredited) | |
| Catherine Fetsco | Dancer (uncredited) |
| Dana Frances | Marcus’s Friend (uncredited) |
| Marie Grujicic-Delage | Model (uncredited) |
| Brandon G. Holley | Bar Patron (uncredited) |
| Elise Jackson | Audition Dancer (uncredited) |
| Suzanne Jolie | Backstage dancer (uncredited) |
| Tim Lacatena | Beer Spitting Patron (uncredited) |
| Joseph O’Brien | Burlesque Night Club Patron (uncredited) |
| Melissa Rivera | Melissa (uncredited) |
| Sonya Rome | Burlesque Dancer (uncredited) |
| Colleen Schabes | Backstage Showgirl (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- Cher played the character Tess in the movie.
- Christina Aguilera portrayed the character Ali.
- Eric Dane was featured as Marcus.
- The drama film has 6 wins and 21 nominations under its achievement list.
- Other characters in the movie are Jack, played by Cam Gigandet, Georgia by Julianne Hough, Alexis by Alan Cumming, Vince by Peter Gallagher, Nikki by Kristen Bell, Sean by Stanley Tucci, Natalie by Dianna Agron, Harold Saint by Glynn Turman, Mark the DJ by David Walton, Dave by Terrence Jenkins and Coco by Chelsea Traille.
- “Burlesque” has been reviewed by 302 users and 159 critics.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Sony Pictures Studios – 10202 W. Washington Blvd., Culver City, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0177219
- Longitude: -118.4010554
- Place ID: ChIJdz_a2y66woARft2-DvNq-K4
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 10202 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Ricardo Montalbán Theatre – 1615 Vine St, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1002571
- Longitude: -118.326911
- Place ID: ChIJNaO5ojm_woARYFVMdQVideI
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 1615 Vine St, Hollywood, CA 90028, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0549076
- Longitude: -118.242643
- Place ID: ChIJE9on3F3HwoAR9AhGJW_fL-I
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
