Burlesque legend Dita Von Teese is bringing her signature sparkle back to the stage, this time with a drag superstar by her side. BenDeLaCreme, known for her acclaimed theater productions and standout runs on RuPaul’s Drag Race, will host Von Teese’s Nocturnelle 2026 UK and European tour.
A Glamorous New Era of Burlesque
Von Teese’s Nocturnelle introduces a lush new chapter in her artistry, fusing old-Hollywood style with theatrical spectacle. Inspired by 19th-century illusionists, the production promises a surreal blend of sensuality and magic, a hallmark of Von Teese’s “high-art striptease” performances.
The tour follows her record-breaking Glamonatrix run, which became the most successful burlesque tour in history, spanning five years and multiple continents.
A Dream Collaboration
For BenDeLaCreme, joining Von Teese onstage marks a full-circle moment. Before her breakout appearances on Drag Race, DeLa honed her craft in Chicago’s burlesque scene while earning a BFA at the School of the Art Institute.
“As a longtime admirer of Dita’s work, this is truly a dream come true,” DeLa said in a statement. “This titan of tease has invited me to host her monumental new production, and the world better be ready for the Dita and DeLa one-two punch!”
Von Teese echoed the excitement, calling DeLa’s humor and stage presence a perfect complement to the tour’s allure. “I’m absolutely over the moon,” she said. “Audiences will adore DeLa just as much as I do.”
The Tour
Nocturnelle kicks off in Manchester on January 26, 2026, before making stops across London, Dublin, Amsterdam, Berlin, and Paris, wrapping in Rome on April 30. Full tour dates and tickets are available here.
DeLa’s Expanding Empire
Beyond the burlesque stage, BenDeLaCreme continues to shape modern drag theater. Through her company, BenDeLaCreme Presents, she has written, produced, and directed multiple sold-out productions, including The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show and solo works like Inferno A Go-Go and Ready To Be Committed.
This fall, she reunites with Jinkx Monsoon for the latest edition of their holiday tour before stepping into Von Teese’s world of feathers, rhinestones, and high camp.
