The Naked Philosopher
The Naked Philosopher presents a one-woman philosophy lesson told through the art of burlesque. Created, written, and performed by internationally-acclaimed, award-winning Canadian burlesque performer Violette Coquette, this particular philosophy lesson looks at the pleasures of art, extravagant gift giving, and how the art form of burlesque might save us all.
Be forewarned – there is no “fourth wall”! Guests are expected to be delightfully engaged in the show by cheering, philosophizing (and possibly helping Violette remove a glove).
Please note: Burlesque is the “art of the striptease.” This is strictly an 18+ burlesque show meant for adult audiences only.
Finding the venue: this show takes place on Lunar/Boxer’s intimate (small) outdoor rooftop patio. Venue entrance is on Fringe grounds in the alley just off 83 Avenue (opposite the Old Strathcona Farmers Market). There will be a sandwich board in the alley, and a volunteer to greet you at the door. If the weather does not allow for a rooftop show, the show will be moved indoors to Boxer Bar.
Learn more about this show and Violette’s other work at violettecoquette.com.
Watch TrailerThe Naked Philosopher is a one-woman burlesque show written by and starring award-winning Canadian burlesque performer Violette Coquette. Through burlesque performances and audiovisual projections, Violette presents a philosophy lesson to the audience, proposing that the artform of burlesque might provide the answers to life’s deepest philosophical questions. This show is 18+.
Playwright: Violette Coquette
Cast: Burlesque
Performer: Violette Coquette; Dramaturg: Molly MacKinnon (aka
Vivian Vanguard); Sound technician: Danica (Tea Cup Productions)
Stage
Manager: Vivian Vanguard
Website: https://twocoupesociety.com
Instagram:
@thevioletteunderground
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Burlesque
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$20.00 inc $5.00 fees -
17-August 22, 2026 -
45 minutes -
38: Lunar Rooftop Patio -
18A -
Show Contains: Adult Language/Content, Nudity, Political Content, Sexual Content
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