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2 Merry Men 7 Deadly Sins - Pig & Whistle Tavern (Rated R) (all season)
Spin the
“Wheel of Sin” and join Robin Hood and Little John as they sing you all
the songs that you love so well. Twisted comedy and music, definitely
not for the kiddies. Laugh and sing along with songs of burning pubs,
dock side floozies, and yes…even a song about Moose. Just remember,
what happens in the woods…STAYS in the woods! Visit 2 Merry Men's Website |
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Bluebeard’s Pressgang Pageant (weekends 1-4 & 6-9 ONLY) (NEW)
Have
you ever wanted to be a pirate and cruise the sea? Are you interested
in sailing upon a modern, rat-free, leak-proof ship? Then step right up
and be interviewed. Captain Bluebeard is hiring his new crew and now is
your moment to seize the opportunity. Interested parties will be
interviewed live (as opposed to the alternative) on-stage in front of
the other perspective crew. Join the fun and laughter while you earn
your certificate that marks you as one of the select sailors for the
Captain’s next voyage. |
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Broon – Midsummer Stage (weekends 6-9 ONLY)
Broon brings a conversational style to the variety comedy world with
less emphasis on corny gags and empty flash and more on audience
interaction and personality. While cracking bullwhips, juggling bowling
balls or eating fire Broon keeps the laughs alive with a dry wit and
extemporaneous style that keeps audiences in stitches. With his variety
skills and stand-up comedy style Broon presents a show filled end to end
with sly humor and impressive stunts and Broon's extensive
improvisational experience guarantees no two shows will be exactly
alike. Visit Broon's Website |
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Christophe the Insultor – Midsummer Stage/Pig & Whistle (Rated R) (weekends 1-8 ONLY)
If you cannot say something nice about someone, give the job of being insulting to a trained
professional. Christophe’s lightning fast, acerbic wit devastates his targets (your friends and
companions) while still managing to bring a smile to their face. Christophe the Insultor is the alter-ego of
Christopher Buehlman, a playwright, comedian, actor and poet based in St. Petersburg, Florida. Visit Christophe's Website |
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Dan the Bard (all season)
Teller of
tales, singer of songs, master of musical humor Dan walks the land,
singing songs, telling tales, and doing good deeds. Listen to the tale
of the “Drunken Gnome Illusionist.” Learn why a mouse, a bird, and a
sausage are doomed to death! Be sure to look for Dan near the RenQuest™
encampment and ask about this one time…at Bard camp…. Visit Dan the Bard's Website |
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Ded Bob Sho – Trader’s Cove Stage (Rated PG-13) (weekends 1-4 ONLY) (NEW)
“Hey Audience!” Announcing the return of the Ded Bob Sho! The hardest working cadaver in show
business is back with all matters bawdy and profane. Corpse comedy and audience interaction at their
finest! Visit Ded Bob's Website |
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Dirk & Guido: The Swordsmen - Cheshire Chase & Midsummer Stage (all season)
Blades flash in the sunlight and the cry of “What ho!” echoes through the air. Dirk & Guido: The
Swordsmen, return to Bristol for their twenty-first season of flashing steel, daring do and the wooing of
women. Bold and Stupid Men at your Service! Visit The Swordsmen's Website |
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Dylan Robertson (all season) (NEW)
Meet
Bristol’s newest homegrown sensation. Whimsical, wonderful and always
witty, Dylan Robertson’s music captures the simple enchantment of the
faire and encapsulates it within a myriad of musical mirth. Visit Dylan Robertson's Facebook Page |
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Maxx & Mauldron - Globe Stage (all season) (NEW)
Two Knights At The Opera.
Direct from the joust the notorious Sir Maxmillian
and Sir Mauldron get off their high horses and present a comedic and
melodic yet delightfully inept presentation on their rather skewed
concept of chivalry. |
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Molly & the Tinker - Pig & Whistle Tavern (weekends 1-3 ONLY)
The musical and comedy styling of Molly & the Tinker have been a
staple at Bristol since the beginning. Our audiences have wonderful
memories of singing with them, laughing with them, and spending some
precious time with them. This year, this beloved duo are retiring from
Bristol. After twenty-five years performing as Molly & the Tinker,
their final bow at the Pig & Whistle will be July 24th. Come and
sing one last song before they go. You will never regret it and will
always remember the musical magic. Visit Molly & The Tinker's Website |
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MooNie the Magnif'Cent – Globe Stage (all season)
Enchanting audiences for over 20 years without saying so much as a word, MooNie is the undisputed
master of Bristol’s Globe stage. MooNie presents a show that combines classic clowning, slack rope
work and enough comedy to leave you gasping for breath. Enter the mind of MooNie. Visit MooNie's Website |
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Preshow with Odorferious Thunderbottom – Front Gate (all season)
Start
your day at the fair, BEFORE the faire with the preshow provided by
Bristol’s “Keeper of the Privies.” Audience participation is just the
thing to set the right tone for a wonderful day at the faire, and
Odorferious Thunderbottom (aka “OTB”)’s just the thing to get you
started. Watch as contestants are put through their paces in a series of
challenges that only the mind of a Thunderbottom could provide. Come
down to the show before the show! |
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Sturdy Beggars Mud Show® – The Mud Pit™ (Rated PG-13) (all season)
The original Mud Show
All we know for sure is that in 1979 The Sturdy Beggars™ first "fell" into their special "field"
of "entertainment" somewhere in the rich and tasty top soil of the Midwest. Since then the first, the only,
the original Mud Show® (Reg No. 1,985,845 with the United States Patent & Trademark Office) has
toured to over 22 Renaissance Faires across the continental United States. With their adage "the whole
world's a stage, just add water," this "greatest show in earth" has left nothing but laughter and mayhem in
its sullied wake. Visit The Mud Show's Website |
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Suitcase Shakespeare: Taming of the Shrew – Midsummer Stage (weekends 1 & 8 ONLY) (NEW)
It’s not whether you win or lose, but how you play the game. This high paced comedy is ready to
make you split your seams and cheer on this witty battle of the sexes. Five actors present this sharp
30 minute comedy featuring live music and sound effects, acrobatics, intense sword play and wild
characters. Visit Suitcase Shakespeare's Website
Suitcase Shakespeare: Pyramus & Thisby – Midsummer Stage (weekend 9 ONLY) (NEW)
A sliver of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream explodes into its own full out show of crazy
hilarity! Featuring acrobatics, timeless physical comedy, and outrageous characters, these four rude
mechanicals are out to steal the limelight and win your hearts! Visit Suitcase Shakespeare's Website |
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Tortuga Twins – Midsummer Stage (Rated PG-13) (weekend 6 ONLY)
Playful, bawdy and unabashed, the Tortuga Twins (all three of them) return for a special one-weekend
appearance at the Bristol Renaissance Faire. Their special blend of stage comedy and audience
participation has been labeled “Asthma-Attack Inducingly Funny.” Be warned. Visit The Tortuga Twins' Website |
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Wonder Elixir of Life – Three Sheets Stage (all season)
You will be amazed; you will be astounded, you will simply not believe how many fantastical and magical
purposes can be served by the Wonder Elixir of Life. These frenetic hucksters will show you how just
one small bottle will change your life forever… or maybe it won’t. Visit the Elixir of Life's Facebook Page |
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