Testimonials
2012
“Hey Zoe, thank you so much for this evening, for once I completely know what to do with my life and will continue on upwards! What a great job you have. All the girls were beaming when they left.”
Hayley Chapman, Showtime Course, Jan 2012
“I took a taster course with The Cheek of It and found Zoe to be the most inspiring teacher and friend. Though we were merely fresh faces to the burlesque scene, nevertheless, she welcomed us with opened arms to share the wonderful world of Burlesque to us freshies. I have made new friends from a diverse group of amazing personalities and talents. I would also like to thank Annaliza Jennings for bringing such excitement to the scene. Behind the scenes, she has dedicated her time in hostessing shows, compiling photos, making videos to capture every magical moment that happens on and off stage. It is only because of such passion and patience from these two ladies, that the beauty of dance and performance will continue to spread and open new worlds for others. And, I have absolutely fallen in love with it.”
Pepper See, Jan 2012
“Zoe is an amazing lady who gives so much back to the world of entertainment. She is encouraging, supportive and sparkles with enthusiasm for burlesque/cabaret. She has given many women the confidence to step out into the world and shine! She is the ultimate unsung hero!”
Sarah Blackstaffe, Jan 2012
2011
“Thank you The Cheek of It! Doing the course was one of the best experiences I’ve had in London. It brought out a side of me I didn’t know was there…it’s here to stay. I’ll recommend you to everyone I meet”
Rebecca Johnston, Nov 2011
“You have helped me to realize dreams that I have had since childhood and also some dreams that I didn’t even know I had. Thank you so much for your input in everything that I hope will one day be my whole life.”
Abigail Waterfield, April 2011
“Zoe, I loves ya lady. I have so much more confidence and that’s because of you! I had the best 3 months of my life.”
Harriet Kershaw, Nov 2011
“To the fabulous Lady Cheek, as always thank you for your support and fabulousness!! “
Carmen Brady, Nov 2011
“Thank you for a life changing year. I’ve finally found myself with your help and I’ve been on the most amazing journey- from meeting some wonderful friend’s to having the opportunity to perform in some of the most prestigious burlesque events. My dreams are finally coming true and I hope they continue to do so for me and for the many cheekettes that will pass through your school”
Natalia Levison (Tabitha Taboo), May 2011
“What a year it’s been! Thank you for being empowering and an embodiment of all you stand for, without you, my achievements of this year would not have happened and for that I will be eternally grateful.”
Bev Freer, Oct 2011
“Thank you for making me realize I can…do anything. Thank you for allowing me to be, believing in my slightly ‘odd’ ideas. I am now creative again and that it down to The Cheek of It! “
Caroline Bragg (Shirley Windmill), May 2011
“Zoe, sprinkled fairy dust and the path is now clearer, amazing lass, amazing ideas.”
Belinda May, June 2011
“Dear lady Cheek, wow! What an amazing 7 weeks. This is the best thing I have done ever. I have had so much fun.”
Katie Eula, Nov 2011
“Thank you sooo much for bringing out cheeky Cici!! You’re amazing”
Cici Von Crypt, Nov 2011
“You are incredible, I’ve had so much fun learning burlesque with you. Thank You”
Ursula Joy, Nov 2011
“I just wanted to say Thank You so much for making my London semester the most fabulous 3 Months of my life. You are such an inspiration”
Caitlin Aase, Nov 2011
“Thank you so much for changing my life in the most fantastic and fabulous way, you have sprinkled your glitter and now everything is golden showgirls.”
Annaliza Jennings, Nov 2011
“The Cheek of It! gave me a new confidence in myself that I never knew I had. It’s a fantastic course with fantastic people. I feel like not only have I started on my way to a burlesque career, but also I have made a new family.”
Caitlin Aase, Nov 2011
2010
“I have the greatest memories of completing both the beginners and advanced course and feel like a new woman! Burlesque is a lot more then performances, fancy costume and show biz, at heart is the bond between friendships, the bond between body and mind and the bond between nipple and nipple tassels 
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Kristen O’Connel, April 2010
“Wow, it’s me, I would never have thought when I begun burlesque, what we could all accomplish in such a short time. I have loved spending time with you lovely ladies and of course our mentor Lady Cheek herself.”
Josephine Marks, April 2010
“Thank you so much, it has been a wonderful experience from start to finish and I can’t wait to see and find out where it might end. You are officially my favorite teacher”
Katie Mills, April 2010
“Wow, what can I say, The Cheek of It! has been one hell of an experience. Thank you so much Zoe for giving me the confidence to accept and love my body, for giving us all the opportunity to shine like stars, feel sexy and have one hell of a party. I have loved every class and being part of something really special with some amazing women. The Cheek of It! Is inspirational and will continue to change so many women’s lives. “
Bianca O’Donnel, April 2010
“The Cheek of It! Truly amazing experience that has made me feel more sexy, empowered and happy in myself, I couldn’t have wished for a better group of people to share it with. Or a more fabulous, beautiful teacher.”
Lucy Hopes, April 2010
“The Cheek of It! is so fantastic, it has helped us all unlock our inner fabulous alter egos. Confident, glamorous, glittery and beautiful. Thank you Zoe for being inspiring and supportive . A truly talented individual. Standing on that stage solo and sexy was THE most empowering thing and I am no longer so afraid of standing out and feeling fabulous! I recommend this to every modern woman, feel confident and empowered.”
Merrin, April 2010
“It’s been a truly fabulous experience to be part of The Cheek of It! Girls. Thank you for all the support, love, fun, and laughs. “
Rebekah Amaru, April 2010
“Thank you all for making this such a great experience, I couldn’t have wished for a lovelier bunch of fabulous women to have shared it with”
Chloe Napier-Bell, April 2010
2009
“Always know Zoe you and your patience/fun/commitment has really changed my life. I will certainly always be grateful to you for “opening the door” to such fun, I would recommend anyone to go on your course its been brilliant. – thanks honey xxxxxx ps looking forward to our “social night” xxxxxx”
Adele Bolkonsky March 2009
“Wow what a brilliant evening, everyone looked fantastic, so chuffed everyone liked it, we did it girls yeeehhaaa, count me in for a get together would be great to see everyone again, and thank you Zoe for a fantastic time, i have really enjoyed each lesson and will miss our meetings on a Monday, it has really given me alot of confidence, i have been grinning from ear to ear all day.”
Karen Charman Feb- April 09
“Gosh, I am exhausted! Funny, because I did not feel at all nervous, just strangely calm. When I walked on stage I felt as though I was in an 18th century theatre with a bear pit at the front of me. All those mad, wild eyed faces staring up, mouths open, breathing fast as they watched us all. It went by so fast! What happened to time?”
Carolyn Cowan Feb-April 09
“The video is amazing !!! I am still in showbiz heaven ! Fantastic is the word to describe sunday nite ..I felt like a true showgirl..I was so happy and didnt want to take hair down and\makeup off…I am still buzzing. I achieved my dream of being a burlesque performer Yeah ! Thank you so much for all the encouragement and words of wisdom . I will let you know what courses I would like to attend. I cant wait to get back on stage . Fabulous Ladies just to say that I had so much fun with the course ..This has been one of the best things that I have done ( and I have done some fab things )it has been so lovely to meet you all and I have had such a good time.. looking forward to the get together.
Anyway take good care of you.”
Naomi The born again showgirl !
“The whole experience was beyond words entertaining. I relive that ‘stage high’ every time I watch that video! Thank you for sharing that. “
Cait Roberts June 2009
“Oh my God! I think I’ve only just come down from the high that was Sunday night!! I feel like a different person now! Thank you sooo much Zoe for putting together some great choreography. I’m so proud of myself and of everyone else – we did brilliant! “
Clare Fenelon
Miss Cherie Trifle
Showgirl as seen in London’s West End.
June 2009
“ I know I’ve said it already, but I’m going to say it again, the course has been utterly amazing, you are a brilliant teacher and I’m sure i speak for everyone when i say this, the support and encouragement you have given us has been amazing. Its just been continual fun and excitement, and its quite sad that our regular Monday night classes are over… for now I guess. As you know I had really tried to block out any kind of performing or being on stage for a long time, but you have made me enjoy it again, and given me the confidence again to grow as a performer and a super showgirl! Its fantastic!”
Abigail O’neil, June 2009
“First of all, i would like to thank you Zoe for everything i learned. You have been amazing, enthusiastic, supportive, caring all the way throughout the class! I loved every minutes of it!!! I soooooo enjoyed the show and want more!!! i can’t stop talking or thinking about it , it’s mad!!! I’ve got a video (see link below) which i’ve watched so many times already!!
Every one of you girls were amazing!! i had such a wonderful experience and will never forget. The vibe in the group was special, everybody got on together and felt supported by all of you. I will always remember the moment before we went on stage, i couldn’t believed our moment had finally come!! And it went sooo quickly!! i wanted to come back and do a encore!!!!”
Sabrina Cohen, June 2009
2008
“Very professionally run, I learned a lot and loved doing the performance at Madame Jojo’s.”
Ursula Head Burlesque Course March 2008
“I found it all very empowering and I am enjoying my new found fabulousness”
Sarah Ben Workshop January 2008
“I felt like I was in a film”
Nicola Tarbuck Birthday Event July 2008
“I had the best hen night in the world (and I’ve been to a few)”
Allison Hartley Hen Event Aug 2008
“I felt sexy and sure of myself, I haven’t felt like that in ages”
Jenny Collins Hen Event January 2008
“Very different. I haven’t been to an organised event such as that before – it was excellent. A great fun day, I loved it all”
Jessica O’leary Hen Event Febuary 2008
“A great day which I would definitely recommend to others”
Jessica Sanderson Workshop April 2008
“The best fun I’ve had in ages and made me feel really gorgeous and sexy!
Jane Tarbuck Workshop April 2008
“The whole experience was absolutely amazing! The lessons was just filled with so much fun and laughter and performing in the show was just an incredible feeling. Thanks for everything Zoe. You are an excellent teacher!”
Sally vong dec 08
“Words can not describe how grateful I am to you. Like I said on Sunday evening, I haven’t been on stage for 5 years and Sunday was one of the highlights of my life. I felt alive again and realised what has been missing in me… the performer.”
Desiree Wegner xmas 2008
“The course was fantastic, everyone was completely different, most people did the course on their own, and we’ve all loved developing own unique, fabulous and sexy burlesque personalities. Each week we’ve learned and laughed and became friends. I can’t even describe the performance, it was incredible – definately something to do before you die!”
Paula Dec 08
“Wow! What an incredible and empowering experience! I always knew it didn’t matter what shape or style you were, that you could be sexy. But it wasn’t until I saw 12 ladies of different shapes and styles twirling their nipple tassles that I seriously believed it! A brilliant bonding experience with a group of strangers and has given me thoughts of a new career direction…. You’re a fabulous teacher, the venue was great, and I think everyone should try it.”
Katie Gill Dec 09
“Wow still can’t believe that we did it! It was over in a flash, I didnt want it to end. I just cant shake this massive grin off my face, im soooo happy! Everyone shone – litterally with all that gliter too. Gonna miss our monday secret, gonna miss you all. “
Helen Collins Dec 08
2007
“It was fantastic, one of my top ten best experiences in my life”
Emma Connell, Hen Event Sep 2007
“It was totally tailored to the Hen, completely unique and great fun”
Clare Hallsworth Hen Event July 2007
“The most fabulous day ever, which surpassed even my wildest expectations” ?
Vicky Coke hen event Sep 2007
“Every last detail was just so perfect”
Libbie Brodie Birthday event Nov 2007
“I was amazed at how perfectly and immediately you put each one of us at ease. I love the fact that from the moment we stepped into the room we were in a burlesque school and the way the illusion was kept up through the day”
Carys Palmer Birthday event Nov 2007
“The best Hen party I have ever been to I absolutely loved the entire day”
Amy Chiaverini Hen Event July 2007
“A wonderful experience, totally different to anything I have ever done before”
Charlotte Llewellyn Hen Event July 2007
