Has anyone else been mailed brochures on the faire. I thought it was a nice touch ! :) Anyway the brochure goes on to reassure us vetern patrons that the faire is still going on and that it is under new owenership, and that they have strived to make it better then ever.
It lists some of the food you can eat there, the games, and the theme weeknds.
Then it goes on to mention that some of the same old acts/ shows are still there. The joust, the singing nuns, the wench aunction, the pirates, for example.
But then they said they have added several new acts and shows and they listed afew and it looked pretty impressive to me ! I have to give the new owner and management lots of credit. Looks like thry are working hard to keep Sterling going ! :)
_ There is an new aerial act this year
_ There is anew celtic music group
- a magician/storyteller for kids
- a swordfighting group
- human statues
looks good to me ! Can't wait to check it out ! Keeping fingers crossed that it is as good as it sounds ! :)
Si i got my today also thou im glade there bring back living statues theyre always fun
Since this is a press release I suppose I can copy the information here.
I read the following press release which details the new acts.
There are a lot of new acts such as:
-Aerial Angels will perform in the open spaces and trees
-The Nature of Mercy performs highly energetic and interactive
sword-fighting
-Magician Dave Rojahn as "Isaac Fawkes" will bring family friendly
comedy and magic
-Danny Lord does miming, juggling and magic
-Terry Fox as "Zilch the Torysteller" (Storyteller)
-Crannog with Celtic Music
-Minstrels of Mayhem with Celtic Music
-Manolete with Spanish Bolero Dancing and flashy fire act
-Wild Sky Productions with Falconry Shows
-Belly Dancing will do belly dances
-Also mentions that the BMP will do Shakespeare plays again.
Press Release (Dated May 2008) Below:
"Sterling Renaissance Festival
Phone: 1-800-879-4446
www.SterlingFestival.com
For Immediate Release
CONTACT:
CAROL DAVISON
ARCHER COMMUNICATIONS
585.461.1570
New Sights, Sounds and Sensations
Sterling, NY, May 2008 -- The Sterling Renaissance Festival celebrates its 32nd annual
season with many new and exciting changes. The opening of the Festival this summer
will be like no other in its history. New comedy, magic and stunning visual acts will not
want to be missed.
The new owner, Doug Waterbury, is dedicated and enthused to introduce a broader vision
and providing Gary Izzo, Creative Director, with the means to amp up the entertainment
program at the festival.
"Our goal is to bring fresh acts to the experience this season, as well as maintaining many
old time favorites" says Izzo.
"The Aerial Angels" will perform in the open spaces and trees with feats of grace,
beauty, and strength on the aerial hoop and silk through eye-catching acrobatics worthy
of the Cirque Du Sole. "The Nature of Mercy" performs a highly energetic and
interactive sword-fighting comedy that teaches children the power of honor and
compassion.
Magician Dave Rojahn as "Isaac Fawkes" will bring family-friendly comedy and magic
to the new line-up. "Danny Lord" will stun audiences with his miming, juggling, magical,
and engagement of audiences through creative tactics. His act is reminiscent of Red
Skeleton and Buster Keaton, only twisted. Terry Foy as "Zilch the Torysteller" will leave
adults in stitches with his Spoonerisms and stories.
Music will get a boost this season with the addition of bands like "Crannog", "Minstrels
of Mayhem" and many others, who mix period music with an upbeat Celtic style.
There are other new and exciting features that Mr. Izzo is rather hush-hush about, hoping
to surprise audiences with happenings of the unexpected. "A sense of discovery and
wonder is an important part of what we offer to our patrons," says Izzo.
15385 Farden Road, Sterling, New York 13156
Email: office@sterlingfestival.com Web address: www.sterlingfestival.com
Some favorites from years past will return as well.... Women will swoon over dashing
Spanish bolero dancer "Manolete", who will leave audiences in awe with his flashy fire
act. Falconry shows will return to the site with "Wild Sky Production's" free-flighted
birds of prey presentations, and Belly Dancing will make an alluring return to festival
stages.
Shakespeare plays will return with productions of "Twelfth Night", "Taming of the
Shrew" and "A Midsummer Night's Dream" from the newly expanded members of the
professional acting troupe, Bless the Mark Players, who also portray the townsfolk of the
faire and provide interactive scenarios and unscheduled street antics that are the
cornerstone to the festival's artistic success.
The Festival welcomes patrons of all ages and ensures there is fun for everyone.... Just
bring your imagination and we will take care of the rest!
The Sterling Renaissance Festival is a 35-acre site, located in Sterling, New York, along
the cool shores of Lake Ontario, between Oswego and Fair Haven. Festival dates are
Saturdays and Sundays only, July 12 through August 17, 10:30am to 7pm, rain or shine.
Free parking is available. Sorry, no pets or weaponry allowed. For the purchase of
discount tickets and upcoming events, along with comprehensive Festival information,
driving directions and important notices regarding Special Events, visit the completely
redesigned website at: www.SterlingFestival.com."
Regards,
CB
i LOVE Danny Lord...he is at my homefaire in Tuxedo. if you have never seen him, GO to his show! Hilarious! Very unique. LF
Sounds like a good season ahead. Me best get there early on the days i am going, for sounds like there is alot to see and do thsi year !
Making list :
-meet up with friends :)
- flirt with handsome gentlemen friends ;D ;)
- go looking for cute guys with lady friends ;D ;)
- watch shows
- shop :)
- look for handsome knights or kilted lads with lady friends ;D ;)
- tavern ;D
-have some handsome gentleman buy us ladies a drink ; ;D
- oh yea...find my husband and young son.. ;D ;D :o ::)
Need i say more ! ;D
Quote from: Cobaltblu on June 20, 2008, 10:28:50 PM
Since this is a press release I suppose I can copy the information here.
I read the following press release which details the new acts.
There are a lot of new acts such as:
...
-Terry Fox as "Zilch the Torysteller" (Storyteller)
...
Regards,
CB
Zilch's name is Terry Fo
y, and he has a web site: "
The Nenterint Pome Hage of Terry Foy (http://www.torysteller.com/)" that actually works now. I've seen him at Scarborough Faire, and his shows are great fun!
Take Care,
David Baldock
The brochure definitely excited me !!!
Quote from: lady amy of york on June 21, 2008, 11:15:14 AM
Sounds like a good season ahead. Me best get there early on the days i am going, for sounds like there is alot to see and do thsi year !
Making list :
-meet up with friends :)
- flirt with handsome gentlemen friends ;D ;)
- go looking for cute guys with lady friends ;D ;)
- watch shows
- shop :)
- look for handsome knights or kilted lads with lady friends ;D ;)
- tavern ;D
-have some handsome gentleman buy us ladies a drink ; ;D
- oh yea...find my husband and young son.. ;D ;D :o ::)
Need i say more ! ;D
you forgot to add
-looking at fair maidens with a handsome young lad :P
Quote from: Clereon Swiftarrow on June 23, 2008, 08:33:24 AM
The brochure definitely excited me !!!Quote from: lady amy of york on June 21, 2008, 11:15:14 AM
Sounds like a good season ahead. Me best get there early on the days i am going, for sounds like there is alot to see and do thsi year !
Making list :
-meet up with friends :)
- flirt with handsome gentlemen friends ;D ;)
- go looking for cute guys with lady friends ;D ;)
- watch shows
- shop :)
- look for handsome knights or kilted lads with lady friends ;D ;)
- tavern ;D
-have some handsome gentleman buy us ladies a drink ; ;D
- oh yea...find my husband and young son.. ;D ;D :o ::)
Need i say more ! ;D
you forgot to add
-looking at fair maidens with a handsome young lad :P
Who is the handsome " YOUNG" lad you are referring to to ? Oh you must mean my son Timothy ! ROFL ! ::) ::) ;D ;D
Adds to list ........
-- checking out elgible fair maidens for a certain " Middle age ;D ;D " gentleman friend name Clereon .
--- going to the wench auction with Clereon- lets see are there any wenches age 50 and above for sale ? !
-
< Now i best run before Clereon kills me ! >
Just kidding my dear friend. I look forward to walking around with you ! We are going to have great time ! ;D
HEY! don't pull me into the same category as you..pfftt...middle aged and looking for 50> lol..I will get you for that some way or another