Troupe Tournament

Troupe Tournament – Highway to Hull Burlesque Weekender 2026

Six troupes take the stage to compete for the title of Highway to Hull Troupe of the Year 2026.

Part of the Highway to Hull Burlesque Weekender, this high-energy showcase celebrates teamwork, creativity, and performance at its finest, as groups bring their most exciting acts to the stage in front of our judging panel.

Hosted by Tawny Kay.

Judges: Goodtime Mama Jojo, Madame E, Ruby D'Woo and Lou Lou la Duchesse de Rière.

Competing Troupes:
Cream Tease
Pastie Resistance
Royale Revue
The Gilded Rogues
The Phoxettes
The Poison Ivies.

This show will also feature a step-down performance from last year's winners Ruby's de Luxe, and a guest performance from the 2024 winners of 'Best Large Group' at Burlesque Hall of Fame The Cheesecake Burlesque Revue.

Schedule:
Bar opens for our pre-show mixer at 5pm
Doors: 6.30pm
Show starts: 7pm
Estimated end: 8.30pm

Looking for somewhere to stay? Check out our discounted hotel rooms for the weekend.


Accessibility
•There is ramp and step access into the venue.
•All events are on the ground floor, with step-free access to the workshops, shows, toilets and market area.
•There is a lift in the building which can take you up to your hotel room (if you choose to stay at the Hilton) and to the rooftop bar.

Accommodation
•Hilton Hull have kindly offered discounted rooms for Highway to Hull attendees. You can find all the info and book here.
•Alternatively there is a Holiday Inn a 3-minute walk from the Hilton, or several other local hotels and apartments a short distance from the venue.

Terms and Conditions
•Strictly adults aged 18+ only may attend this event.
•Highway to Hull will not tolerate any form of racism, homophobia, transphobia, sexism, whorephobia, ageism or ableism. We will also not tolerate any rudeness or hostility towards our staff, volunteers, performers or other audience members. Anyone who breaches these conditions will be asked to leave without refund.
•Line-up is subject to change without prior notice. No refunds/exchanges unless the event is cancelled by us.
•This show may contain partial nudity, adult themes and strong language. Flashing lights may be used.