Meet Dahl Suicide Lexxi Meeow | Burlesque dancer/producer

We had the good fortune of connecting with Dahl Suicide Lexxi Meeow and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Dahl Suicide, is your business focused on helping the community? If so, how?
Dahl – Burlesque has deep roots in women’s history, and our business continues that legacy by creating a space where women can express themselves freely and powerfully. Through our performances, we often weave in social commentary that reflects today’s cultural climate, encouraging dialogue, awareness, and reflection. Burlesque itself is an act of empowerment—an art form where women claim space, own their bodies, and redefine standards of beauty, confidence, and autonomy. By fostering this environment, we help build a more inclusive, expressive, and self-affirming community.

Lexxi – I believe our burlesque shows attract many different demographics including BIPOC/queer communities, women, and even heterosexual white men but no matter who we attract, our shows have the same messaging: strong women and badass queers say fuck what you think, this is who we are. This is important because we are not shutting out people who are different from us. We’re saying “Hey you can come watch how awesome and fun and hot and totally weird we are and you’re going to like it.” And that is how you create tolerance between vast demographic groups which is something this world could definitely use.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
Dahl – I never set out with a plan to pursue burlesque. I grew up dancing and continued through college, but I always saw it as something I loved, not necessarily a career. Everything changed when I moved to Las Vegas and discovered burlesque. I decided to try it almost on a whim, when I joined the suicidegirls black heart burlesque, after that it quickly became an obsession. I wanted to understand everything, the movement, the storytelling, and the deep history behind the art form. That curiosity eventually led me to working with the Burlesque Hall of Fame for several years, which shaped not only my technical skills but my respect for the legacy and community of burlesque.
In many ways, the beginning felt easy, not because it was simple, but because it was fueled by a kind of delusional confidence. Just enough belief to say, “I can do this,” and not enough hesitation to talk myself out of it. From there, it all unfolded naturally, guided by passion rather than an actual plan.
The greatest challenge for me has been learning to accept my body. Burlesque is inherently vulnerable, there’s nowhere to hide when you’re taking almost all your clothes off in front of an audience. Through this art, I’ve learned how to show up fully in my body, in all its forms, even on the days I don’t feel my best. I’ve learned that how you see yourself teaches others how to see you, and that self-acceptance is a powerful act, both personally and professionally.
What sets my art, and our brand, apart is a deep commitment to celebrating many aesthetics of beauty. Burlesque, to me, is about empowerment, confidence, and authenticity. I want everyone who attends our shows to leave not only entertained, but feeling seen, empowered, and reminded that beauty exists in endless forms. At the moment, I’m most excited about going from booking tiny dive bars to opening for Danzig!

Leexi- We specialize in theatrical immersive burlesque shows curated to fit the venue’s theme. For example, we produced a y2k themed show at a bar created for millennials. I am most excited about our current bimonthly residency at grungy DTLA bar— Uncle Ollie’s Penthouse. This show features alternative dancers and themes.

I got where I am today by attending a performing arts conservatory where I obtained a BFA. After graduation, I auditioned for the Suicide Girls Blackheart Burlesque and booked a nationwide tour.

I met my co-producer on this tour and years later we began burlesque shows at our neighborhood bar in North Hollywood and we eventually expanded to Hollywood and DTLA. I want the world to know that we are fostering a community of progressive BIPOC/queer and alternative artists and audiences, while always welcoming our allies!

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
Dahl – I’m a big foodie, so any proper LA itinerary starts with Grand Central Market, sharing a little bit of everything, then walking it off while poking around the shops below. From there, I love a good aesthetic-meets-food moment, so Yamashiro is a must: sushi rolls, iconic views, and that old-Hollywood-above-the-city feeling.
For something more low-key but absolutely unforgettable, I’d take them to Birrieria Familia Castro in NoHo, truly melt-in-your-mouth, kiss-the-chef birria. I could keep listing food spots forever, but LA is about balance, and there’s more to explore.
I love museums, so we’d definitely spend a couple of afternoons wandering exhibits. The Broad is always a win, free, downtown. Another favorite is The Autry, which I love for the diversity of its exhibits. And while LACMA gets an honorable mention for being such an iconic LA movie location, I’d like to stick to less filmed spots.
For nightlife, I’d take them to a Minx Pop Burlesque show at Uncle Ollie’s Penthouse, not just for the captive audience, but because it’s genuinely a unique, fun space. No bad story ever starts in a neo dive bar. If we’re feeling glam and want to put our burlesque best on, sip slutty drinks, and listen to sultry jazz, Cipriani’s Jazz Café is the move.
Try and get a Hollywood night in, go to Bar Sinister for a goth dance party, different vibe for every night out.
And last but definitely not least: drag brunch and dancing in WeHo. One of my favorite spots is Rocco’s, great energy, great crowd, and I always vibe with the DJ. It’s the perfect way to wrap up a week of eating, art and late nights.

Leexi- If my best friend was visiting I would definitely take them bar hopping in Hollywood and DTLA. I would always take them to the infamous Bar Sinister.
We must eat at El Compandre on Sunset Blvd. for elevated authentic Mexican food!
I would also take them for bottomless mimosas for Sunday brunch at Idle hour this Sun!

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
We’d like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the LA burlesque community. This vibrant community not only supports and uplifts strong women but fosters an environment of collaboration rather than competition. It’s a diverse, empowering space where the true spirit of burlesque thrives, while also recognizing and amplifying the unique struggles faced by female-identifying artists. Together, we create a platform for solidarity, voice, and growth.

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Mark Whitney