Aerial Angels
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Allison Williams, director
Presenting acrobatics and feats of grace and skill on the aerial hoop and silk, the Aerial Angels shine on earth and in the air. And nothing says “Renaissance” like chicks in leotards. Discover them in the pathways high in the air above Revel Grove. From 9/8- 10/21. |
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Albannach
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New to the show! Albannach is Scots-Gaelic for “Scottish” or Scotsman” – and that is exactly what they are. All born and bred in Scotland, they present an exciting and energetic stage performance featuring a championship winning piper and amazing drummers. www.albannachonline.com Performing 10/20,21 only. |
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Archery Demonstration
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James Frank, director
See a demonstration of the English longbow - the weapon that changed the history of Britain. This informative demonstration will also include the use of bows handmade in our village Militia tent. 1pm at the Joust arena. |
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The Ballet Theatre of Maryland
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Dianna Cuatto, director
BTM will dance excerpts from Romeo and Juliet Visit their website at www.balletmaryland.org for information on upcoming performances and their school of classical and contemporary dance. Performing 9/1,2,3 at 4:30pm on the Globe. |
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“The Bloody Drama”
(Comedy Show)
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Bob Garman, Jack Reda. Jon Kevin Lazarus
We dare you to come and see our interactive comedy show. There are four different Bloody Dramas. Two are totally improvised. At the Globe Theatre |
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Bob’s Majik Show
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Bob Garman
See conjuring tricks of a goodly nature. Said tricks have naught to do with the diabolic works of necromancy. For the entire family, at Gatehouse Stage. |
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The Da Vinci Brothers
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Ken Silkie
Featuring Leonardo Da Vinci’s brother Bob, this dynamic total audience participation comedy takes the audience on a hilarious ride as they become players in Bob’s wacky view of history, art, inventions and culture. Two shows - Makin-a Meatballs at the Opera and Go Figaro. At the Lyric Stage. 10/6 -10/21 |
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Daniel,
Duke of Danger
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Dan Looker
Don't miss the Duke’s show of comedy, amazing juggling and unbelievable tricks of balance. At the Royal Stage on 8/25,26. |
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Dinty, the Moor
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Brian Wendell Morton
Dinty, “the most honest man in the village”, will amuse and amaze you with daring feats of dishonesty, culminating in a two-man fight to the Death! Or, something very close to it! At the Gatehouse Stage
http://www.liesofbrian.com/ |
E Muzeki
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Jenny O’Connor, Mark Varelas, Joshua Amyx
New to the Festival! Traveling beyond the boundaries of language and culture, E Muzeki presents a realm of musical journeying that enlightens listeners and transports them to unique and unknown spaces. Gypsy and Celtic violin, Greek bouzouki and a vast array of exotic world percussion create a sound that has excited audiences around the country. www.emuzeki.com At the Market Stage: 8/25-9/23. |
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FIGHT SCHOOL
I & II
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Jim Frank, Mike Martin, Casey M. Severn, Geoff Thompson.
Ever wonder where a broadsword got its name? Why samurai bow to their swords? Or do you just like watching grown men trying to hurt each other? Then see Fight School and Fight School 2: Reloaded, where the Fight School masters take you on a journey through weapon history and dueling lore. Be careful or you might learn something in between the laughter. Sharp weapons, blunt humor - its better than running with scissors. For more information visit www.period-productions.com At the Market Stage. |
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Johnny Fox, swordswallower extraordinaire
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With sword swallowing, magic and a quick wit, the legendary Johnny Fox has thrilled audiences around the world. At the Royal Stage. |
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A Fool Named “O”
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Mark Jaster - A Fool named "O", Sabrina Mandell as "LaLa"
Family-friendly physical antics and classic knock-about comedy. A Fool Named "O" has endeared himself to Festival audiences for 20 years. "O" and his partner, "LaLa" introduce new material again this year as they have since 2005. Impossible feats compete for laughs. www.happenstancetheater.com www.markjaster.com
At the Lyric Stage: 10:30am, 12noon, 2pm & 4pm.
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The Free Lancers, jousters
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Roy Cox, director
In the Middle Ages a “lance” was a group of soldiers consisting of a knight, his squire, a valet and twelve men at arms. If a knight’s lord was to die or if the knight had not sworn fealty to a lord, then he and his followers were called a “free lance” and entitled to be hired as mercenaries by the highest bidder.
The Free Lancers return for a season of action packed excitement. Years of formal research, professional stage credits, combat and stunt training has provided the know-how to keep presentations exciting and safe for humans and their steeds. Only the most dedicated and physically adept of players qualify as jousters. The Free Lancers are distinguished in the attention and care for the safety and well-being of human and animal performers. |
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Hack and Slash
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John Davis, Spencer Humm
Rollicking comedy, swashbuckling swordplay and rapier wit. This duo of hilarious action heroes return to the festival with swords, bullwhips, ale, crossbow and a bed of one thousand spikes. No two shows are alike for these improvisational loonies. Hack and Slash promise each show will have something old, something new, something daring and something brewed. www.HackandSlash.com At the Jury Rig Stage. All weekends except 10/20,21 |
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Hey Nunnie, Nunnie
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Shannon O'Brien, Dana McCain
Habitually hilarious Mother Redempta and Sister Philomena Claire offer "counseling sessions" filled with singing, shouting and side-splitting comedy - the perfect antidote for the sinful ways of
peasants! www.nunnienunnie.moonfruit.com
On the Lyric Stage from 9/1-9/30. |
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Hilby,
the Skinny
German Juggle Boy
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Michael Hilby
Best described as a show without boundaries, Hilby is the living proof that being German doesn’t mean you can’t be funny. Hilby is an expert in juggling all sorts of objects and subjects. He also is amazing in countless circus and variety skills such as unicycling, balance stunts and more. He really gets his audience involved and creates magical and hilarious moments through their participation. All that and more! www.hilby.net At the Market Stage from 9/29 – 10/21 |
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The Hooligan
Brothers
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Tim O’Kane, Justin Murphy
Join The Hooligans for a rousing set of Irish tunes and fun at the White Hart and Boars Head Taverns. The Hooligans performing as a duo on weekends 8/25, 26; 9/1,2,3; and 10/20, 21. Enjoy the tunes of single Hooligan Tim O’Kane on the other dates! |
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“Hypnosis”
(rated PG)
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See the Hypnosis show. See the Hypnosis show. See the Hypnosis show. See the Hypnosis show. See the Hypnosis show. See the Hypnosis show. See the Hypnosis show. At the Globe.
LIMITED RUN: 9/15 - 10/21. |
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The Interpreters
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Michele Schultz, Lisa Oberg
New this season! One speaks Italian, one speaks blonde. But the communication problems just add to the fun in a show that combines bawdy tunes and comedy. Join The Interpreters at the White Hart Tavern. Rated PG-13 www.taskmaskers.com |
The London Broil
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Duncan Pace, Matt Connolly, Louis Skaradek
The London Broil's "core audience" cheers as three comical comrades juggle a variety of implements of destruction, leaving you laughing all the way. These off-the-wall improv comedians started their show in Revel Grove as teenagers and now return as men, having toured the country extensively. They have three shows: “Blades of Fury”, “Juggling well Done” and “Lets Loose” where nothing is planned and anything goes! Visit them at www.thelondonbroilshow.com
At the Royal Stage from 9/1 -9/30. |
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Lurk
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Martin Ewen
Martin Ewen with his character “Lurk” has performed on stage, circuses and in his own eccentric street theatre shows in over twenty countries. “Mime with attitude”, “precocious panto” and “clown with a complex” are some of the terms to explain his unique approach to modern clowning. www.anti-gravity.com.au |
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Living History Shows by the Company of St. George.
at Reveler’s Bower
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11:30am: Bodice Talk with Mistress Beatrice
Bess Pounsberry
A midwife’s guide to birthing and beauty in the Tudor age.
2pm: Hampton’s Herbals
Bess Pounsberry
A Simplest’s guide to herbs, medicinals, and the four humors in Tudor Times.
12:30pm Telling Time at Sea by the Sun and Stars
Ron Santos
Learn about the methods used to determine the current time by observing the sun and stars, and how time is kept onboard ships at sea in the 1540s.
3pm: Navigating the Seas of 1540
Ron Santos
Explore the ancient and modern instruments of the 1540’s used to determine your place on earth.
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Maggie’s Music –
A Celtic Fair
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Maggie Sansone with village musicians and special guests.
A festive gathering of merry tunes, musicians and Irish dancers! At the Gatehouse Stage. www.maggiesmusic.com All dates except 9/15; 10/6 |
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Mediaeval Baebes
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Katherine Blake, Sofia Escobar, Maxine Fone, Bev Lee Harling, Melpomeni Kermanidou, Emily Ovenden, Claire Rabbit
From London. Beautiful, bedazzling, magical and mysterious. The Baebes will seduce you with their interpretations of mediaeval music and poetry and transport you to an enchanting world very far from our own. Their musical talent combined with their individual personalities, their provocative and intelligent sense of humor and the passion for their music makes them unique...and yes, they are babes!. At the Jury Rig Stage 10/20-21. www.mediaevalbaebes.com |
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Nymblewyke’s International Flea Circus
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Jim Frank
That’s right, you read it correctly - a FLEA circus. You’ve heard the legend, you thought it was a dream. It couldn’t be true! Come see the smallest circus on earth in the largest arena anywhere. (No dogs, please.) Location: in the pathways of Revel Grove. For more information visit www.period-productions.com |
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The O’Danny Girls
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Liz Demery (Daisy), Cami St. Germain (DeeDee), Courntey Fontaine(Dani)
The O’Danny girls are a harmonious trio that is ribald for your pleasure! They will regale you with harmony and lyrics that will tickle your funny bone - and other areas not fit for printing. “. . .a delightfully raunchy yet cleverly PG-13 trio of singers. . . “ washingtonpost.com
www.comedyindc.com |
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Out of the Box
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Cybele Pomeroy, Garrett Pomeroy, Alaina Pomeroy, Erin Tarpley
What’s going on? Silent shenanigans in the street! Whether on stilts, blowing fabulous bubbles or fooling around on the ground, Out of the Box is a visual treat. They are sure to delight your eyes and warm your heart in the pathways of Revel Grove. Their schedule is as follows:
10:30 to 11:30* AM: LaBlanca Promenade - The Village, beginning near the Gatehouse Stage. 12:00 noon- 12:45* PM: Chat-N-Chew with Mimi & Co.at The Boar’s Head Tavern. Bring your lunch to the Boar’s Head Tavern and snack in silence with funny, friendly faces. 1:00- 2:00* PM: Stilt Antics in the Village, beginning near the Lyric Stage2:30- 3:30* PM: Assorted Surprises in the Village *All times are "ish’ in nature.
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Pee Wee Pirate Show
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Mary Ann Jung
Ahoy there, all young lads and lasses - come join Pirate Queen Jean Cabot in her interactive show about pirate life and adventures on the high seas! www.historyaliveshows.com At the Gatehouse Stage all weekends except 10/20,21. |
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Puke & Snot
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Mark Sieve, Joe Kudla
One of the longest running and most successful acts in the history of renaissance festivals. Intense wit, flashy swordfights, and organic vegetables: the laughs come in waves, often at racetrack speed. Their comedy owes as much to Abbott and Costello as it does to Avon’s Bard. A gallant romp of hysterical fun. At the Royal Stage from 10/6 - 10/21 |
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Punch & Judy
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Liz Demery, Steve Wannall, Matt Pauli
Back by popular demand! The famous puppet show with a twist…or is it a twisted puppet show that’s famous? One thing is for sure – you’ve never seen Punch and Judy like this. For starters, the puppets are human! At the Gatehouse Stage. |
The Pyrates Royale
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Paul DiBlasi, Chelle Fulk, Jennifer Garman, Brad Howard, Darcy Nair Craig Williams
Join the pyrates for a rollicking good time with song and comedy. At the Globe Theatre & White Hart Tavern. Rated PG. www.pyrates.com |
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The Renaissance Man
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Christopher Davis
Join England’s foremost tragedian, Ned Alleyn, for a stab at comedie! Lucky audience volunteers play leading roles in hysterically historical, interactive scenes. A plethora of school & corporate shows also available via www.renaissance-man.com At the Lyric Stage. |
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Robin Hood
and
St. George
& The Dragon
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Patrick Franz, JoNell Franz
Children are the stars of these shows. Six volunteers from the audience play the heros, heroines and villains in these classic tales narrated by Robin Hood himself! The entire audience gets to join in the fun by cheering, booing and adding sound effects to the stage action. Fun for kids of all ages. www.patfranz.com At the Fortune Stage |
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The Rogues
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Randy Wothke, E.J. Jones, Nelson Stewart, Richard Kean
Everyone becomes a Scot during a Rogues show! Smokin’ bagpipes and driving percussion create a Celtic joyride of heart stirring music. Formed in Houston Texas in 1994, the Rogues have performed all over North America and in Scotland. They’ve become a favorite act at numerous festivals and Scottish events, and shared a stage with Steeleye Span, The US Air Force Band, and Natalie McMaster. Exciting and moving music combined with their unique presentation makes for an unforgettable show. www.therogues.com |
Shakespeare’s Skum
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Carolyn Spedden, who is the director & writer too;
Liz Demery, Stephon Walker, Steve Wannall.
“Absolute genius parodies of the Bard’s work” - City Paper.
“A side-slapping success” -Potomac News.
"Wow, performing 21 years here .... exactly how old are they?” - youthful patron.
Are they comedians who also do Shakespeare, or are they actors who can actually do comedy? Yes.
Line-up this year includes Henry the “V”, Richard III, just Misunderstood, and Macbeth In 20 Minutes or Less. At the Globe Theatre. For information on Skum, their exact ages, and preferred choice of beverages e-mail at carolyn@rennfest.com
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The Squire
of the Wire:
Michael Rosman
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Amazing Feats of Comedy is the description of this hilarious show for adults (and kids) which features outrageous stunts, juggling of dangerous knives, and the world’s only kilted high-wire walker performing directly over the audience. It is dangerously funny!
www.michaelrosman.com At the Fortune Stage.
All dates except 9/22,23 |
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Swami Yomahmi
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Stephon Walker
Is he a mystic and a fakir? Or a faker prone to mistakes? Either way, the swami will have you scratching your head and clutching your sides until you scream for Yomahmi! At the Lyric Stage. www.cheekymonkeysideshow.com Rated PG |
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The Sword
in the Stone
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Matthew Pauli
Whoever draws the sword from the stone shall be the true king. Whoever fails shall look like a fool. Matthew Pauli is that fool. A show for the entire family at the Gatehouse Stage. |
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The Super Stupina Show
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Michele G. Schultz
Stupina is ready for her next challenge: to become the best and most superest kind of hero! But she needs your help...and a lot of it. Come cheer her on as she and her Super Sidekick save Mr. Pig from the Evil Arch nemesis. Remember, saving the world is dangerous business even in the hands of the right person. And Stupina is definitely NOT the right person. Fun for all ages! Performed at the Gatehouse Stage.
www.taskmaskers.com |
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William Teller, Storyteller: Stories from realms around the world.
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Bill Wood
New location: Royal Pavilion!
Appropriate for all ages. Each show is uniquely tailored to fit the age range and personality of the audience that arrives at the stage. You might hear folk tales from all over the globe, or listen to William Tellers personal - and absolutely true! - stories about life in Revel Grove, or perhaps some fourth or fifth hand accounts of the doings of the King and his court. For more information on William Teller, visit www.BillWoodStoryteller.com. 8/25-9/30 |
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David Van Derveer: The Chainsaw Comedian
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David’s amazing juggling, comedy and variety skills will astound and delight. “Positively awesome” says the Edmonton Journal-Canada. At the Jury Rig Stage. All weekends except 10/20,21 |
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Washington Revels
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Featuring The Young Revelers
The Washington Revels brings “St. George and the Dragon”, a mummers play for the entire family to the festival for the first time. Visit www.revelsdc.org for more information. 8/25,26 at 4:30pm at the Globe. |
Wolgemut
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Michael Garnter, director
They’re back! Wolgemut, an ancient Germanic word which simply means “to be in a good mood”, has performed its blend of high-energy historical music at festivals throughout Europe and in the United States. The Wolgemut Show combines music, comedy and dance into a one-of-a-kind experience. It’s a Renaissance rock show guaranteed to put you in a good mood. For more information visit their website at www.wolgemut.net
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