National Trust hosts burlesque nights to attract younger audiences
THINK of the National Trust and images of stately homes, sweeping fields, sturdy trees and priceless collections of fine art and furniture probably come to mind.
Visions of women in basques and corsets would seem to belong to another world but no longer, thanks to a ludicrous re-branding by the charity.
In an idiotic bid to connect with younger audiences, it has announced that acts with names such as Babalicious, Miss Guilty Pleasure and Kitty's Dolls will star in burlesque nights at various venues.
In an idiotic bid to connect with younger audiences
This will be the same as watching your parents dance at a family wedding: while it has a grisly, initial attraction, it's pretty tough to endure after about five minutes.