In 1932 Wausau became the first burlesque dancer to perform at the Publix Theater, a Paramount Studios house, in Minneapolis. She briefly returned to burlesque where "Variety" noted, "...she stands out in burlesk as the one gal who can satisfy a mob without getting down to the last ribbon. More than ever she's insisting on keeping her clothes on." She was signed by Billy Rose for his revue which showcased Eleanor Powell and Hal Le Roy. Premiering in late July 1932, Wausau was described by Rose as "the best cooch dancer since Gilda Gray first startled the public."