Founder and Owner Taylor Ann teaches classes in burlesque, floor work, hair and chair, tap, ballet, lyrical, yoga, and meditation. She created Houston Divine Studio of Arts in 2018 to offer a safe space for adults to explore the freedoms of expression that dance offers. Under her guidance, the studio invites all to “come as you are” into its “judgement-free zone”— two ideas Taylor is so passionate about, she’s made them the core of the studio’s mission.

Taylor began dancing at age four, continuing her classical training throughout adolescence. Upon high school graduation, she immediately began dancing professionally. She now performs burlesque under the moniker Lady AnnaBelle, beginning with The Moonlight Dolls in 2014, and now with The Divine Darlings Burlesque Troupe, which she founded in 2022 from Houston Divine Studio's 11-week burlesque showcase course. 

“Dance and movement is a life-changing way to heal both physically and spiritually. I want to provide others with a way to experience that healing, embrace their sensuality, find and appreciate their inner and outer beauty, fall in love with themselves, and connect with their divine selves. I created Houston Divine Studio for exactly these reasons: empowering people and helping them feel self-love.”

Cara has used her rich background in dance to structure her unique brand of burlesque performances for eight years, and produces Spill The Tease every Saturday at Montrose Country Club. You can learn some of those legendary moves in our Burlesque, Floorwork, and Hair & Chair classes!

Natasha Sweet has been dancing since she could walk, learning and becoming proficient in a wide range of genres, but specializing in Slavic Folklore, Gypsy Dancing and Belly Dancing. She has been professionally belly dancing across the Houston area since 2020, including dancing at the Texas Renaissance Festival, The Lebanese Festival, Conroe Multicultural Dance Festival, and recently the Iranian Cultural Foundations Nowruz Festival.

Holly teaches Mindful Meditation at Houston Divine Studio, guiding students through finding peace in the everyday, and love for themselves. A holistic health coach, she draws from that training, her own experiences with mental and physical health, and her personal healing journey to encourage perspective shifts and balance in all areas of life. Holly delights in delight, and tries to incorporate it in everything she does, whether it's work or play, or a little bit of both. She brings that delight to the stage, performing with Lady AnnaBelle (aka Taylor Ann) and The Divine Darlings Burlesque Troupe in shows across Houston.

"Meditation and mindfulness have helped me transform the way I live, from managing stress — a never-ending task for me — to holding kind and empathetic space for those around me. I can't wait to help you find your own transformation!"

Roxie Revel brings her passion for performance and teaching to stages and festivals nationwide, including Texas Burlesque Festival (’24), Mile High Burlesque Festival (’24), Flowstrom (’24), Astrosnox (’23 in TX), Playthink (‘23 in KY), and Burning Man’s fire conclave (‘22 in NV). Roxie’s expertise extends beyond the stage as she shares her knowledge in Russian fan technique, burlesque, ballet, and jazz through her teaching endeavors.

Actively engaged in the local performance community, Roxie is a valued member of the Neon Rouge Dance Company, SpaceTribe Flow, and shines as an independent burlesque and fire performer under the moniker “Roxie Revel”. 

Poppy Tart is an international performer and show producer in Houston, TX. She is classically dance trained and has been dancing her whole life. Poppy has performed professionally for the past 15 years in various shows, music events and clubs across the country. She is the producer of Poppy Tart Productions Burlesque Shows, and serves as Dance Captain for The Neon Rouge Dance Company. With one smile, she'll melt your heart.

ShelBelle Shamrock is an entertainer, costumer, and instructor who has been captivating burlesque audiences since 2007. “The Get Lucky Girl” is a fierce and sexy performer known for her energetic style, athletic abilities, and natural instinct to tease. Burlesque has taken her all over the country, from Texas to Colorado, California to New York. In 2017, Shelbelle was crowned the “Evil Queen of Burlesque” — a title she holds to this day — and, in 2014, was a member of the group that took home the “Best Troupe” honor at The Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekender festival. With her unique combination of classic and neo-striptease, she'll take you on a journey from doo-wop to hip-hop to punk rock and back again.

Shannon Wang began dancing in college, giving her unique understanding to the beginner adult dancing mindset and helping her create an inclusive learning environment. She has extensive experience performing in cover dance teams and instructing dance classes, specifically in the K-Pop genre. The dynamic music and choreography of K-Pop has been her passion for many years, and helps fuel her enthusiasm for teaching this fun dance style.

“I love all the different emotions and styles of K-pop, and I can’t wait to share that with you!”

Valentina J’adore, known as The Texas Firecracker of Burlesque, is a Houston-based burlesque artist known for her crackling hot choreography, smoldering stage persona and the art of the slow burn. Valentina is the producer and headmistress of J'adore Productions, which includes the productions of Bound to Tease, Black Magic Burlesque, Space City Cabaret and more. Valentina is currently a resident performer at the Hush Hush Cabaret and Carousel Club Burlesque. Valentina has appeared in numerous burlesque productions and festivals across the US, including headlining the Texas Metalesk Festival in Austin, TX and winning “Best Classic Act” at Land of the Sky Burlesque Festival.

Valentina holds a BFA in Musical Theatre Performance, with an emphasis in Dance Technique, as well as a 200-hr certificate for yoga instruction. Outside of burlesque performance, Valentina has also appeared on stage in productions at Stages Repertory Theatre and the Houston Grand Opera.