My friend and I are both 18 and we want to be exotic dancers to pay for our college fees. We want to know when is the best time to apply, what do we have to wear, will we have to audition, If we do get the job what are we required to wear the first night, What is it like? We've heard lots of diffrent stories and were just looking for the best answer. If this is your profession then please help us. Thanks a lot :)
2007-04-30 05:04:25 · 15 answers · asked by Lady Knight 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
I stay in Dallas Texas
2007-04-30 06:09:43 · update #1
Allow me to give you some real info, from someone who's really done it and -amazingly!- had a great experience. The truth is, everyone's experience differs wildly, but it's not the horror story people make it out to be (well, it is for a minority of dancers, but that's usually people who have gone into dancing with a heap of troubles already).
club regulations and protocol differ greatly depending on the state you're in, and the clubs own policy. Some places are all nude, some are just topless, some even require pasties. Some are topless only in a place that has no alcohol, full nudity with. Some clubs let you decide how much you take off. I don't know what the rules are in Dallas. Which is why you MUST check out www.stripperweb.com. It's a message board forum for strippers, and there's lots of cool girls there who can give you advice and answer all your questions. There's lots of girls from Texas there. They'll be happy to let you know what the rules are in Dallas.
to audition at a club, just look up their number, call, and ask if they're doing auditions and when. Eventually you'll probably want to wear the "stripper heels." But- and this is important- if you can't move about gracefully in them yet, then do NOT wear them to an audition.
My best advice is to go to a club as a customer. You'll probably have to find a "juice bar" since you're under 18 (though you may be able to work at a bar, you probably won't be able to go into one as a customer, obviously). Look at what the girls are wearing. Check out there moves and take note of the ones you think you can copy. Be sure to tip them (since you'll obviously be watching them) and be nice and polite- after all, you may very well end up working there if it turns out your state will only allow you to work in the juice bars since you're not 21.
When you talk to someone about auditioning, tell them you've never danced before, but act excited about it. They'll know not to expect lots of advanced moves from you (at the audition, they'll mainly want to see that you can indeed get naked on the stage, and can move a little bit) and they're looking for personality, so it'll be a big plus if you seem really excited and happy to start.
But whatever you do, take this question to stripperweb.com (click on "forum" on the menu bar). You'll get a wealth of valuable advice in minutes. Good luck to you. Keep your common sense, stay away from drugs, and don't put up with anyone who tries to put you down- you can always walk away from a customer.
2007-04-30 16:19:41 · answer #1 · answered by M L 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Basically you just need a good body, lots of confidence and to be able to dance a little. Depending on the club you work at you will most likely wear a bikini, a g string and bra or a sexy little outfit. Most clubs insist you do private strips which is usually the main source of your income so remember you will most likely have to touch yourself in front of a man. They are never alowed to touch you though. As I don't know where you are located I can't advise on what to expect to earn and when to apply though I suggest having a night out and having a look at all the clubs near you and just approaching the managers if you see a place you like. Good luck and all the best.
2007-04-30 05:11:34 · answer #2 · answered by Sara W 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Read this book: Jenna Jameson, "*How to Make Love Like a Porn Star*". It will tell you everything you need to know , from pole dancing, to porn movies. She started out just "dancing" in a Nevada club, and took it from there. Basically, you need a very exhibitionistic and sexual personality, and it helps to be voluptous. Athleticism is also important, like in having some gymnastics or ballet background, because otherwise you'll pull muscles, strain your back, etc. It's more like being a stunt person than an actress. Also, it helps if you are willing to treat men like ATM cards, just for the money.
If you start doing this, you will either drop out of it unsuccessfully after a short time, or if successful, you'll drop out of college. Hint: Wear as little as possible to your interview, but without showing crotch. Also, make sure you don't wear braces or have physical defects. Think "Pussycat Dolls".
2007-04-30 05:19:31 · answer #3 · answered by DinDjinn 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
18 years of age...and then your face & body will be directly proporational to WHEN and IF you get the job. And there's a HUGE difference between ANY club on Northwest Highway vs. Jaguars or The Gold Club.
2016-05-17 08:59:25 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just walk into a strip club and tell them. Usually they'll have you perform for them to see how you do and if you are comfortable exposing certain areas of your body. Then they'll have you perform probably that very night or something. Pick out a song that you know and can move seductively to. They usually have you pick out your song.
As far as what to wear, go to ANY adult shop or Ambiance, or Fredericks of Hollywood and pick out one of those outfits. Also, something that doen't have alot of buttons or straps. Can be easliy removed and put back on. (My friend bought this really pretty femine item that had a TON of ribbon to be tied up in the back and she ended up borrowing one of the other's dancers outfits.)
As far as what to wear the first night, that is completely up to the club and what they want you to do.
2007-04-30 05:12:55 · answer #5 · answered by angie w 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You need a pretty good body, First, hop in the car....go to the niceset one in town. Walk in and ask to see the manager. Ask him if they are hiring dancers. He will look you up and down and say, sure we are....or he will say, not right now. If he says not right now, ask him where you should check. Or just pay for a lap dance with one of the dancers and ask them.
2007-04-30 05:09:20 · answer #6 · answered by the need to know 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You need a good body. strenght to do the pole dances, costumes to strip out of and the aability to feel comfortable with lots of men loooking at you naked and yelling out things. The money can be good but is it worth your self esteem because all you do is become a "body". As for adutions it will be doing an act, stripping and dancing.
2007-04-30 05:09:57 · answer #7 · answered by sweet sue 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
First, you should drop the "exotic dancer" BS and call it what it really is, stripper. If you can't do that you should forget about it.
Next, you should go into a few and watch the men as they ogle the strippers. If you are OK being thought of and treated as desire able pieces of meat, then go for it.
2007-04-30 05:12:32 · answer #8 · answered by lunatic 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
why don't you just apply for grants and other forms. i went to college and actually made more money from the government than my own job paid. i had enough to pay for a new car, motorcycle and a wardrobe when i was done.
i am not a broke minority either. just a middle class white male. please don't disrespect yourself like that. its not worth it.
2007-04-30 05:09:37 · answer #9 · answered by Steven Colbert 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You should check out where you are going to be dancing, as policy and philosophy vary from location to lcoation
2007-04-30 05:08:21 · answer #10 · answered by Experto Credo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋