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Calamity Chang is a dynamic burlesque performer and producer based in New York City, with roots tracing back to Taipei, Taiwan, and time spent in Bolivia, Florida, and Texas. A driving force in the burlesque community, she co-founded and produced the Asian Burlesque Festival and founded Nurse Bettie’s burlesque programming. Calamity has headlined and produced numerous high-profile shows, and her work has been featured in film and media, including the 2011 film Shame. She has earned multiple accolades for her stage presence and production savvy, and she remains an active touring artist with a focus on bold, captivating performances.