High Desert Heatwave

showcase. competition. community. | drag. burlesque. draglesque.

High Desert Heatwave Fiesta is co-produced by:

  • Cookie
  • Johnnie Ruin
  • Juni Beurre Amie
  • Lilith Stargazer
  • Lottie LaRouge
  • Missy Venture
  • Mr. Venture
  • Raven Lass
  • Rita Smut

— a collective of New Mexico burlesque and drag performers, producers, and community builders with decades of combined experience across the state.

Illustration of a woman, named Cookie, in a vintage burlesque style, with text highlighting her background, roles, and accomplishments in the burlesque community.
Illustration of Johnnie Ruin, a Drag King performer, featuring details about his career in burlesque, awards, and contributions to the community.
Graphic introducing Juni Beurre Amie, an Indigequeer performer, with a stylized illustration of a burlesque performer alongside facts about their career, including achievements in drag and burlesque since 2017.
Graphic featuring Lilith Stargazer, a burlesque performer, with a background of the New Mexico flag. The image includes her name, pronouns, and a list of achievements and associations in the burlesque community.
Graphic featuring Lottie Larouge, a burlesque performer and choreographer, with a playful illustration of her seated among artistic elements. Text highlights her roles, achievements, and styles in burlesque.
Illustration of a drag performer, Missy Venture, with flowing hair and exuberant expression, surrounded by symbols of New Mexico. Text highlights her achievements in burlesque and drag, including awards and affiliations.
Artwork featuring a stylized illustration of a person wearing a mask, with text describing them as Mr. Venture (Burly Daddy) and listing their roles in the performing arts, including co-producer of burlesque shows and various technical positions.
Graphic featuring Raven Lass, a burlesque performer with a motorcycle, showcasing her accomplishments and roles including emcee, model, and podcast co-host, highlighted with colorful designs and text.
Graphic featuring information about Rita Smut, an Albuquerque-based performer and producer, highlighting her burlesque career, skills in event planning, and various artistic styles including Neo Burlesque and Kinklesque.
Graphic showcasing the High Desert Heatwave team, highlighting their combined experience in burlesque, drag, and production. Features diverse illustrations of performers and includes details on their inclusivity and representation within the community.