Ali is a girl who's desperate to break away from her small-town life. Seeking a new start she buys a one way ticket to LA and lands a job waitressing at a club called The Burlesque Lounge, the club owner and headline act is a lady called Tess, though she was willing to give Ali a break by offering her the cocktail waitress job, all Ali wants to do is perform on stage. Enamoured by the lavish and flamboyant costumes and striking choreography Ali is sure she would be a perfect addition to their troupe. Tess doesn't see her potential but a few other of the club workers know Ali's secret; she can sing - a small girl with a big voice.
With the help of Sean the stage manager and bar tender Jack, Ali gradually gets a break and the chance to perform on stage. Ali becomes the must see show in LA, the popularity of her show and all the extra profits from takings means The Burlesque Club can once again be restored to its former glory. As Ali's popularity grows career proposals are made to her that could make her a star but what will she decide to do?
Directed by: Steven Antin
Starring: Christina Aguilera, Cher, Kristen Bell, Cam Gigandet, Stanley Tucci, Alan Cumming, Eric Dane, Peter Gallagher, Black Thomas, Julianne Hough, Tanee McCall, Wendy Benson-Landes, Katerina Mikailenko, Blair Redford