Welcome one and all to the Fishers forum! Well now, between this and the upcoming 10 page photo spread in the July issue of Renaissance Magazine, our little faire is now in the big leagues! Come and see all we have to offer as we celebrate our 5th year! The faire is located in Fishers Indiana on the historic grounds of Conner Prairie; Sat Oct 3rd and Sun Oct 4th; 10am - 6pm; rain or shine. Check out the new and updated website at www.fishersrenfaire.com
Hope to see ye there!
Fair winds and following seas!
Exciting.......
If you haven't come to visit out, you don't know what you are missing!
Our 5th year preparation is in full swing. Check out the website at www.fishersrenfaire.com.
We are still accepting applications for artisans (vendors) and food vendors.
;D
Sir Walter
This is really great, we've hit the bigtime now, baby! I'm just so proud to say that I've been here from the start as a volunteer castmember and that even as fast and as large as we've grown, there's still a sense of the small faire in the core people. I think it's important to remember we do this (hopefully) as much if not more for the patrons as for ourselves, and that their needs and interests should come first if we want to continue to grow and put on a wonderful show! Thanks also to all the administration and legwork folks who don't see the spotlight- they're our backbone.
All right, who left the door open and let in Fox??? Oh well too late now I suppose ;D
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Outstanding!
oohh..... all warm and tingling with excitement....giggle.... 8)
There are a few of us TN nuts who want to come play! Looking forward to it!
Taylorin McDressin
Quote from: Lady Catherine on June 01, 2009, 11:55:40 AM
There are a few of us TN nuts who want to come play! Looking forward to it!
Taylorin McDressin
I shall alert the Lord Sheriff about the invasion! Especially for Scottish tailors! ;D
I'm glad we are now on the big midwest forum site! yah! I play Grace O'Malley for the cast and co-founder of the Hey Nonny, Nonny Pirate Show, which will be returning with our show, The Battle of the Sexes. I've been with the faire since the beginning and helped run things behind the scenes as the cast director. We are looking forward to an incredible year!
We have a new Russian ambassador from Ivan the Terrible coming to meet Queen Elizabeth and look for a potential English bride for the Russian Czar. The village will be hosting the comical Peasant Olympics in honor of the festival day, and it's rumored the village will be invaded by Sir Walter Raleigh and Sir Francis Drake's crews. Be sure to sign up for recruitment and join in the daily Pirate Parade. The Knights of Valour are returning as our jousters! Huzzah! Fairies and Fantastical creatures from English and Roman mythology lurk and prance about unseen by Billericay's denizens. I've even caught glimpses of a green man, nyads and a young satyr. There is also talk by the locals of hosting a Danse Macabre (bones band) as we are drawing near to All Hallow's eve in October. There will be a grand ground performance of the well known Shakespeare play, The Merry Wives of Windsor. And be sure to stop in at Sheriff Lord Capel's jail to have your naughty friends arrested and beheaded by the executioner. Or have them sing "I'm a little Teapot" to let them out of jail on good behavior. Lots of new stuff to see and do! If you are a playtron or cast from another faire, we would love to invite you to come play with us! Send me a post if you want to join us formally in character for the day.
We now have advanced ticketing available through the website. Because we are not for profit and we all ready charge a low price, we cannot offer ticket printing (or pay-pal). What we do is either a mail in form OR a website submission. We send you an email confirmation and then the tickets will be waiting at the will-call window.
The normal price is $ 8 for adults and $5 for kids 4-12. (younger are free).
The advanced tickets are $ 2.00 off the price of all tickets which makes it really cheap.
We should have the artisans list and the entertainment list up shortly.
Sir Walter
Quote from: Sir Walter Raleigh on June 15, 2009, 06:49:49 AM
We now have advanced ticketing available through the website. Because we are not for profit and we all ready charge a low price, we cannot offer ticket printing (or pay-pal). What we do is either a mail in form OR a website submission. We send you an email confirmation and then the tickets will be waiting at the will-call window.
The normal price is $ 8 for adults and $5 for kids 4-12. (younger are free).
The advanced tickets are $ 2.00 off the price of all tickets which makes it really cheap.
We should have the artisans list and the entertainment list up shortly.
Sir Walter
Gosh Sir Walter! That's cheaper than a movie ticket for a full day of fun! Not too mention cheaper than a lot of other hard site faires! You can't beat that in today's economy! Shameless plug! :)
Huzzah! I look forward to seeing our mugs in Renaissance Magazine, and just wanted to let ya'll know that there's another FRFer on the Forums!
;D
The faire is only 2 months away! Check out the updated website with many of the performers (they are not all up there yet....but will be soon) and artisans listed (we currently have 60). We have added an additional 2 stages to accomodate all the extra entertainment for our 5th year anniversary.
If you haven't checked us out before, it is well worth a trip. The entrance fee is cheap ($8 at the gate or $6 before Sept 15), there are cheap hotels everywhere and even a few places to camp.
If anyone has any questions about the faire, post them here!
Looking forward to meeting new fans of the faire
Adam
aka Sir Walter Raleigh
aka Chairman of the Faire
For those who have never been to this show ...... its one of the best one weekend shows around.
There is much fun to be had and the group of volunteers that make this show happen need to know that there efforts to produce a great fun and educational show have succeeded!!!!
This show makes some of the big shows look bad.....giggle.... I think its because everyone involved really truely cares about what they are doing, and that warm fuzzy feely of friendship is everywhere.
Greetings everyone, I made to Fisher's for the first time last year and had a great time. Even though I forgot my camera. Im looking to make it again this October ( this time with my camera), and have another excellent time. :)
Quote from: Lord Magnus on September 17, 2009, 08:07:44 AM
Greetings everyone, I made to Fisher's for the first time last year and had a great time. Even though I forgot my camera. Im looking to make it again this October ( this time with my camera), and have another excellent time. :)
Good to hear, Milord!
We cast members are looking forward to another great time this year also!
See you there - hey, bring a friend or two or three, or a dozen!
Less than three weeks away!
Quote from: Sir Francis Drake on May 24, 2009, 07:04:51 AM
Welcome one and all to the Fishers forum! Well now, between this and the upcoming 10 page photo spread in the July issue of Renaissance Magazine, our little faire is now in the big leagues! Come and see all we have to offer as we celebrate our 5th year! The faire is located in Fishers Indiana on the historic grounds of Conner Prairie; Sat Oct 3rd and Sun Oct 4th; 10am - 6pm; rain or shine. Check out the new and updated website at www.fishersrenfaire.com
Hope to see ye there!
Fair winds and following seas!
hi there just moved back to indiana and lookin forward to going in oct
Web site has been updated!!! SO much to do.... so little time left...... giggle...... cant wait to see my friends at faire again!!!
Mercy, less than a week away. There for awhile it seemed like eternity.
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Greetings Good Gentles:
I hear from the messengers that Her Majesty and Her Entourage are progressing towards Billericay as we speak!
And, it has been reported that glimpses of those dreaded sailors (and their ilk) from either Raleigh or Drakes crew (I know not which, and am too afraid to ask) have been spotted in and about the pub in Billericay. Mayhap they be checking out the local menfolk, to press them into service to The Crown?
The streets are being scrubbed down, and buildings are getting a fresh coat of paint. Even the ratcatcher is working overtime!
Her Majesty will be arriving this Saturday, the 3rd day of October, and will stay in our humble village Saturday and Sunday. I urge you all to make the journey and join in the festivities - what glorious fun it will be!
I am SO looking forward to seeing my Ren friends and family!
I will be making my first journey to Fisher's this weekend and have heard many wonderful things...can't wait to get there!
Also, Drunk & Sailor will be performing this weekend as well!
Find us on the schedule and come to a show! ;D
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Please stop by my booth and sign in the memory book....
Things from Rings - chainmaille lady - jewelry - ladies fashions - household items - pewter pendants
There will be an R/F bammer hanging from the tent so I am easy to spot!!
Any M'Cracks in the area please stop by as well.... I am still collecting names.....giggle
I am so excited, I can hardly stand it! I'll be onsite helping set up tents and getting the fairegrounds up and running this whole week. Looks like the highs are in the low 60's for Sat. and Sun. Slight chance of rain in the night on Sat. Perfect English weather for strolling in the countryside! I'll be in the Hey Nonny, Nonny Players Pirate Show again as Grace O'Malley. Feel free to stop by and introduce yourselves! Hope you all have a wonderful time!! Join us in the Pirate parade after the Pirate recruitment ceremony at 3:15pm on Tansfield Stage. See you soon!
Excellent weather for heavier clothing. Me thinks i shall done the Mongol armor and fur for this trip to Fishers
I look forward to making your acquaintance once again Lord Magnus.
Safe travels!
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Quote from: Capt Amos Muirhead on September 29, 2009, 10:04:59 AM
I will be making my first journey to Fisher's this weekend and have heard many wonderful things...can't wait to get there!
Also, Drunk & Sailor will be performing this weekend as well!
Find us on the schedule and come to a show! ;D
Capt Amos! So glad to see you here, and I look forward to seeing you and Drunk & Sailor this weekend! Huzzah!
Quote from: Ladyfair on September 29, 2009, 11:56:43 AM
Please stop by my booth and sign in the memory book....
Things from Rings - chainmaille lady - jewelry - ladies fashions - household items - pewter pendants
There will be an R/F bammer hanging from the tent so I am easy to spot!!
Any M'Cracks in the area please stop by as well.... I am still collecting names.....giggle
Greetings Ladyfair!
I will be sure to stop by your booth and sign the book!
And I too, am looking for M'Crack signatures!
Well.. it turns out that I have to cancel on Fishers this season. I lost my weekend off at work due to two managers both going out sick ( one to the hospital for an emergency surgery). Hopefully I will see some of you at Ohio later in the month. :(
Sad news indeed my friend. We will see you at Ohio in a few weeks.
2 days to go
I'm another cast member. I shall be sure to stop by your booth, Lady Faire.
Quote from: Lord Magnus on September 30, 2009, 10:42:37 PM
Well.. it turns out that I have to cancel on Fishers this season. I lost my weekend off at work due to two managers both going out sick ( one to the hospital for an emergency surgery). Hopefully I will see some of you at Ohio later in the month. :(
'Tis sad to hear, Milord. But, mundane life doth take precedence over faire life. :(
I'll be at Ohio the last weekend for the M'Crack Invasion. Hopefully we'll see thee there!
:D I will be there this weekend!!! It will be my first time to Fishers. I missed Brisol last year and this year I am looking forward to it.
I look forward to seeing everyone this weekend!! Perhaps if there is time after close of day on Sat maybe we could get a group photo?
I am so sad that I can not attend this year, because of a new work position that has me working on Sunday. :'( I shall missing being there with you Ladyfair, and I hope you have a safe and successful weekend. Please give my regards to all that I meet last year and the one I know. I shall include you in the morning pray with Otterhalf.{{Hugs}}
~Lady Ann Bowman~
Quote from: Capt Amos Muirhead on September 29, 2009, 10:04:59 AM
I will be making my first journey to Fisher's this weekend and have heard many wonderful things...can't wait to get there!
Also, Drunk & Sailor will be performing this weekend as well!
Find us on the schedule and come to a show! ;D
Looks like we're going to have a Kentucky invasion this weekend. You can find me at the SCA demo.
woo-hooooo sounds like a really fun filled weekend all around!!!
It will be nice to see the Kentucky clan as well .... now to see if Lord JARHEAD will pop in.... there once was a rumor that he may show this year...giggle..... I know he's been reading this thread.....lol
I am here safely...... drove through several bad storms..... and heavy rain so I am hoping its all done now and we will have the perfect weather for faire..
Quote from: Ladyfair on October 01, 2009, 10:45:16 PM
woo-hooooo sounds like a really fun filled weekend all around!!!
It will be nice to see the Kentucky clan as well .... now to see if Lord JARHEAD will pop in.... there once was a rumor that he may show this year...giggle..... I know he's been reading this thread.....lol
I am here safely...... drove through several bad storms..... and heavy rain so I am hoping its all done now and we will have the perfect weather for faire..
I shall be arriving in the area probably Friday night and going Saturday only. Its nice to finally get to go to this event not having to be performing elsewhere for one weekend. See you there Lady Fair.
And, Lady Ann, it is sad that you can not make this event. It was nice seeing you at Mich though. Will you be at Mid-Mich at all? And if so, which weekends?
Lord Sir Clisto, Duke of York
Knight of the Holy Blade of York
1day left to go, and the forecast for Saturday has just improved!
Yes, I have been watching it. Right now it is pouring rain here in Milwaukee at 05:00am. I should be leaving to come down there by around noon today.
Hi all,
Great news! The weather looks great, the rain is only at night tonight and will be gone for faire days! We are going to have gorgeous 60's, partly cloudy skies and a perfect weekend! The ground is a little lumpy and soggy, so watch your step coming down the big hill and walking around. The gophers have been busy, so I've jokingly named this years faire mascot to be a gopher! We've had fun smooshing the gopher mounds flat with a back hoe. I'm busy onsite today helping set up tents and stages, lots of busy work, we are trying to avoid the hay getting wet. If it does rain a bit more tonight, I suggest bringing a towel or blanket to sit on the hay stacks for shows, so your posterior doesn't get squishy. If you get to the opening gate at 10am, we have a cool little scene where a bagpiper and guard come down the hill to open the gate. And don't forget to take your friends to the Gaol and have them arrested and thrown in for the crime of "Breathing the Queen's air"! It's a hoot! Can't wait to see you all, and for those who miss this year- we'll save you a seat and a pint at the Red Lion Inn for '10!
Quote from: lady tamela on October 01, 2009, 11:27:00 AM
:D I will be there this weekend!!! It will be my first time to Fishers. I missed Brisol last year and this year I am looking forward to it.
Look forward to meeting you at some point through the weekend.
Looking forward to seeing you again Sir Clisto, wish I would have known sooner your arrival time, we could have had coffee ..... see you in the morrow good sir....curtsy
My tent is at the entrance to the food/beer area...... cant miss me.....lol
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WOO HOO!!! Strange twist of events... I will be making it to Fisher's Faire tomorrow. Im heading down to Indy n a few hours!!! Just look for the big Mongolian. Hope to see you all and say Well Met!
Quote from: Lord Magnus on October 03, 2009, 01:51:03 PM
WOO HOO!!! Strange twist of events... I will be making it to Fisher's Faire tomorrow. Im heading down to Indy n a few hours!!! Just look for the big Mongolian. Hope to see you all and say Well Met!
Yes, Lord Magnus, you were quite impressive in your garb! I hope the Russian Embassador did not bother you too much searching your person for Lady Mary as you made your way out the gate on Sunday! Blame it on me! ::)
I was there on Saturday, Had a good time, I was not in my garb as it is geared towards warmer weather. So I was just another patron in jeans and a hoodie. I have a couple of pics that I can post hopefully tomorrow night
Quote from: Lady von Groper on October 05, 2009, 10:46:16 AM
Quote from: Lord Magnus on October 03, 2009, 01:51:03 PM
WOO HOO!!! Strange twist of events... I will be making it to Fisher's Faire tomorrow. Im heading down to Indy n a few hours!!! Just look for the big Mongolian. Hope to see you all and say Well Met!
Yes, Lord Magnus, you were quite impressive in your garb! I hope the Russian Embassador did not bother you too much searching your person for Lady Mary as you made your way out the gate on Sunday! Blame it on me! ::)
Thank you M'lady. I again had a great time visiting. ANd this time I didnt forget my camera. SO I was able to take home more than just found memories. ;)
Sorry I missed you Magnus; which having met you last year, I cannot believe I never saw you on Sunday:/
I had a blast with my brother knights of the order. Originally I planned for just a Saturday visit, but had such a great time hanging about with the order, that they convinced me to stay Sunday too. Or was it the mead? Either way it was one of the most relaxing times off from performing I had. Can't wait till next season.
Lord Sir Clisto,
Lord Magnus - twas freat to meet you ... you were not hard to spot in the crowd.... giggle.... glad you could make it to this wonderful faire!!!
Sir Francis, I too am unsure how we didnt meet up. I think I combed almost every inch of Fishers on Sunday.
Quote from: Ladyfair on October 07, 2009, 10:44:57 AM
Lord Magnus - twas freat to meet you ... you were not hard to spot in the crowd.... giggle.... glad you could make it to this wonderful faire!!!
It was a pleasure meeting you as well M'Lady
BTW, Who was in charge of the adult refreshments this year??
Quote from: Sir William Marcus on October 13, 2009, 11:02:26 AM
BTW, Who was in charge of the adult refreshments this year??
I believe it were Connor Prairie that were in charge of the adult beverages that were offered for sale. I was quite disappointed that the mead was all gone by the afternoon of the first day. :'(
I over heard a conversation by the attendants, that the new person that was in charge of the adult beverages, cancelled orders for the better beers ( Leinnies etc..) believing that Rennies like beers such as Miller Lite ,Bud, etc... We spoke up to the parties that were discussing this and told them that he was flat wrong. So if enough folks "explain" the mistake, maybe next years selection will be better. But Hey, I was lucky and got Guinness. ( then ran looking for Sir William to let him know before they ran out..) ;)
Wow! I was unaware that the mead was gone by Saturday afternoon. Hopefully, they will provide a more suitable selection and prepare by stocking themselves for a bigger battle next year.
Thanks again my good friend Lord Magnus for seeking us out on the news that Arthur had arrived. ;)
Good news! Auditions for returning cast members are going to be January 17th, 2pm-5pm at Fishers Public Library, 5 Municipal Way, Fishers, IN. We will hold auditions for new people in Feb. possibly the 6th, I have to still get confirmation from my guild heads so I'll keep you all posted. Since 2010 is the Year of Legends we will be introducing new theme characters such as King Arthur's court, Robin Hood and his Merry Men, and Peter Pan for the kids. Also, we will be auditioning for a new Queen Elizabeth role. Returning cast gets first dibs but if we don't find the right lady, then it will be open to new cast auditions in Feb. I'll keep you all in the loop this Jan. for more details. Happy Holidays!
King Arthur and his court? HUM.... Got me thinking
oh boy!!! giggle.... now I just might have to learn to sew .... new garb.... I just love this show.. you guys rock!!
sir clisto.... whatcha thinking about??? hmmmm....lol
Arthurs looking like someone I wouldn't mind doing. If I have the time.