Unveiling the Allure of Avery DeLite Burlesque Shows and Performances
Avery DeLite is the trailblazing tease of Montana’s queer burlesque scene, known for blending rhinestones, grit, and just the right amount of scandal. A burlesque showman with a love of camp, theatrical flair, and visible chest hair, Avery creates work that is playful, political, and deeply rooted in community. Every performance is an invitation to celebrate queer joy, creative freedom, and the power of being unapologetically seen.
As a producer, Avery has brought nearly a dozen burlesque productions to life, all of them sold out, raising thousands of dollars for Pride organizations and 2S-LGBTQIA+ causes throughout Montana. Their shows prioritize paying performers, uplifting local and regional artists, and building inclusive spaces where queer creativity can thrive. Avery has also curated lineups featuring performers from across the country, helping connect Montana’s growing burlesque scene with national talent and perspectives.
On stage, Avery DeLite is as versatile as he is unforgettable. He has performed throughout Montana and Idaho, with appearances in Las Vegas and New York, delivering acts that range from gloriously ridiculous to deeply moving. Audiences may know him as a pickle or a cheeseburger one night, then find themselves unexpectedly emotional the next, watching a raw and heartfelt queer pride act that has brought audience members to tears. This balance of camp and sincerity is at the heart of Avery’s work, honoring both laughter and vulnerability as powerful tools of expression.
In addition to performing, Avery is a seasoned emcee, hosting multiple shows he has produced and performed in. With warmth, wit, and an easy rapport, he guides audiences through evenings of tease, humor, and connection, making everyone in the room feel like part of the experience. Whether headlining a brunch, emceeing a late-night revue, or producing a community-centered fundraiser, Avery brings intention, care, and charisma to every role.
Creating queer burlesque in the rural West has not always been easy. Avery’s work has faced resistance and hostility simply for existing, a reminder that queer visibility and joy are still acts of courage. Rather than shrinking, Avery continues to produce, perform, and build community with intention, care, and defiance, believing deeply that queer art deserves space, safety, and celebration.
At its core, Avery DeLite’s work is about liberation. It is about reclaiming space, celebrating bodies in all their forms, and investing in art and community at the local level. When Avery takes the stage, it is never just a performance. It is a celebration, a protest, and a love letter to queer community, served with sparkle and a knowing wink.