Summer Grant 2026 - General Arts

What the Funk?! An All-BIPOC Burlesque Fest is a groundbreaking, award-winning celebration of art, culture, and groove. Based in Seattle, it stands proudly as the city’s only all-BIPOC burlesque festival, deliberately designed to center, elevate, and celebrate performers of color in a space that is fiercely unapologetic and radically inclusive. Produced by Puckduction and visionary producer Mx. Pucks A'Plenty, the event was voted the Favorite Burlesque Festival of 2022. It brings together world-class burlesque, drag, and cabaret artists from across the country for a multi-day extravaganza. The performances pay glittering, high-energy homage to the history and soul of funk music, blending classic tease with powerful cultural expression. More than just a spectacular show, What the Funk?! serves as a vital community hub. It actively reclaims the stage, allowing BIPOC artists to tell their own stories, celebrate their bodies, and showcase their unparalleled talent free from tokenism. Whether you are a lifelong burlesque aficionado or a newcomer looking for a vibrant, unforgettable weekend, this festival delivers stunning glamor, unapologetic joy, and a whole lot of soul.