# Sci-Fi Burlesque Astoria New York Hosts Nerdalicious and Naughty Nightlife By TopDog | Published 2010-02-04 | Naughty Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sci-fi-burlesque References: [io9](http://io9.com/5462065/scifi-burlesque-show-proves-clothing-is-irrelevant-) & [nerdbastards](http://nerdbastards.com/2010/02/03/sci-fi-rock-burlesque-show/) Although I’m not sure that Sci-Fi Burlesque could ever be as popular with space nerds as Star Wars Burlesque, I am sure that it has a higher level of correctness than [Bible Burlesque](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bible-burlesque) ever will. Sci-Fi Burlesque was recently held in Astoria New York by Hell Gate Social. It seems to have all of the nerdilicious and naughty appeal required to keep the attention of Sci-Fi freaks and cos-players coming back for more. Even though this show has a few of my [favorite female Sci-Fi characters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sen-donnan) in it, I prefer to have at least some story line in my entertainment. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Naughty](https://www.trendhunter.com/naughty) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Nerdalicious Nightlife:** The rise of themed burlesque shows catering to nerdy and geeky audiences presents an opportunity for immersive and interactive entertainment experiences. - **Cosplay Revival:** The combination of burlesque and cosplay in events like Sci-Fi Burlesque opens up avenues for innovative collaborations between the fashion and entertainment industries. - **Alternative Entertainment:** The emergence of niche burlesque shows like Sci-Fi Burlesque reflects a demand for unconventional and boundary-pushing forms of entertainment. ### Where This Applies - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can explore opportunities for creating immersive and interactive experiences by incorporating elements of burlesque and cosplay. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can collaborate with burlesque and cosplay performers to create unique and avant-garde costumes that blend fantasy with artistry. - **Nightlife:** Nightlife establishments can attract a niche audience by hosting themed burlesque shows that cater to specific subcultures, offering a fresh and exciting alternative to traditional forms of entertainment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sci-Fi-Themed Virtual Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roddenberry-archive.md) - [All-Black Touring Burlesque Companies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touring-burlesque-company.md) - [Multi-Sensory Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multisensory-cocktail.md) - [Galactic Cafe Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Star-wars-themed-cafe.md) - [Sci-Fi-Themed Donut Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinkbox-doughnuts-star-wars-day.md) - [High-Fidelity Space Voyages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interstellar-arc.md) - [Late-Night Manhattan Lounges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starchild-rooftop.md) - [Sci-Fi Film-Themed Dart Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starfleet-phaser-blaster.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired Whiskey Expressions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-trek-spirits.md)