I personally have to vote for His majesty, Henry VIII at Scarborough.
:D
What about the rest of you?
Her majesty Mary Queen of Scots at Castleton
Queen Margaret of Scotland & Isles, Princess Royal of England, Ireland & France (Calais) at Scarborough.
Queen Anna of France at Four Winds
King Francis the First visiting Four Winds and on cast there this year.
King Henry VIII at Scarborough is always great as is Queen Anna
Her Royal Highness Queen Catherine Parr at BARF!!! ;D
Well I would have to say HRH King Henry VIII at MDRF and Her Grace Queen Elizabeth I at VARF would have to be my 2 faves.
Queen Elizabeth I at TNRF!
My vote is for King Henry VIII and the Queen Anna ( Scarborough Faire)
Another vote for the good King Henry VIII and lovely Queen Anne of Scarborough! (I'm a bit biased - they treat their Royal Guards right.)
For a second choice, Queen Elizabeth I at LARF.
Queen Catherine at BARF and Queen Elizabeth at TN are a dead heat tie, in my opinion. Both are fabulous! And couldn't be nicer.
Also love Queen Margaret at Minnesota. (I think that's her name, I actually know her real name, just can't remember her queen name).
Queen Elizabeth at MiRF. She is such a beautiful lady with such spirit and grace. We met her by chance when she was dodging her guards almost three years ago. It was quite amusing watching her :D . I hope that we will be able to meet her again this year.
QEI at TNRen...Our own Syrilla. And not just because of that. She's a dead-ringer for the real one, she makes all of her own gowns with the utmost attention to detail and she's just tirelessly sweet to everyone, no matter how big or small, no matter how hot or cold it is, in pouring rain, choking dust and drenching humidity.
I've yet to meet MadgeEstes of the forums here, but she also gets a vote from me since she allowed us to utilize her creation, "Musical Men," here at the RenDevous last year. Hopefully I'll have the honor of meeting her in person in just a few weeks!
Although I'd never met him as Henry VIII here at TN, BLAKDUKE from the forums, I'm sure, made a formidable King. And VIII here also made a wonderful Henry VIII at TRF when I had the chance to observe him hard at work during the first RenDevous.
Someone or two around these parts may also know who played QEI at the original RPF in Agoura back in the early 70's. She was the first one I ever saw play this part and she was truly regal.
I support Henry VIII at Scarborough. He even looks right.
Quote from: NoBill Lurker on February 23, 2009, 03:37:25 PM
Her Royal Highness Queen Catherine Parr at BARF!!! ;D
I SECOND that 'un! STRONGLY! ;D Long Live the Queen!!!
a close second be Henry VIII and Queen Anne of Scarby... 8)
Sheer modesty prevents me from answering this question truthfully.
Quote from: BLAKDUKE on February 24, 2009, 04:20:33 PM
Sheer modesty prevents me from answering this question truthfully.
LONG LIVE KING ALLYN!!!
*holds hand out for payoff*
I've already been privately chastized for not realizing which King our BLAKDUKE represented here at TN (since it was prior to my arrival here). :-[
Happily, I've also been privately forgiven. ;D
I second WW's "Long live KING ALLYN!"
Bristol Renaissance Faire's Queen Elizabeth will always be "The Queen" to me. Her regal bearing, her wit, her formidable temper, her personal charm, and her delight in meeting the people of her realm (and particularly the children) make her the near perfect embodiment of queenly grace and power.
Though he's no longer with us, King Henry VIII at Maryland and Ontario, Bill Huttel.
Quote from: Var Greyshadow on February 23, 2009, 04:41:27 PM
Another vote for the good King Henry VIII and lovely Queen Anne of Scarborough!
These two are a tie for first in my book. They play off each other so very well! Plus they are really good with kids.
Quote from: girlmacbeth on February 23, 2009, 02:44:37 PM
Her majesty Mary Queen of Scots at Castleton
I second that vote for Her Majesty.
(http://img7.imageshack.us/img7/6547/feaste283.th.jpg) (http://img7.imageshack.us/my.php?image=feaste283.jpg)
PS - Good to see a fellow resident from Castleton here.....
Friar Rohn
Quote from: GirlChris on February 24, 2009, 08:06:08 PM
Though he's no longer with us, King Henry VIII at Maryland and Ontario, Bill Huttel.
I have to agree with you on that one. He did a FANTASTIC job although Fred at MDRF has filled his shoes quite admirably.
Queen Elizabeth Gloriana at Bristol, Mary does Queen like she was born to the role.
Besides, I have to vote for her, she gave a title to my Chihuahua at the end of the 2007 season, and almost kept a straight face!
Dayna
Quote from: Welsh Wench on February 24, 2009, 04:57:03 PM
Quote from: BLAKDUKE on February 24, 2009, 04:20:33 PM
Sheer modesty prevents me from answering this question truthfully.
LONG LIVE KING ALLYN!!!
*holds hand out for payoff*
Check is in the mail
I will see you when I see you
I have a tie between Queen Mags at Scarborough and Queen Beth at NCRF
All others fall somewhere in their shadow.
Fred the King at MDRF, no doubt!
*kneels and bows head*
Has been and will always remain Queen Elizabeth the First from Sterling Ren. Faire...the stellar Baj Burinski
(http://ts4.images.live.com/images/thumbnail.aspx?q=336872210695&id=8b25a6942ed04f9c97410ba232adce6e)
I adore all the Royals at every faire I attend!
Henry VIII at Scarby.Margaret of Scotland - all the Scarby Rulers!
Elizabeth I at LARF and TNRF and of Course the Royals at TRF!
Huzzah, love and Hugs to all!
King Francois I at the Greater St Louis Renaissance Faire!
(http://www.pbase.com/lordmalcolm/image/79288889/medium.jpg)
And then, Queen Bess at MIRF
(http://www.pbase.com/lordmalcolm/image/85773903/medium.jpg)
Or is it Her Royal Highness Queen Catherine Parr at BARF?
The King at Great Lakes Medieval Faire.
handsome ;D
Henry VIII at Abingdon (now closed). He was fantastic!
King Henry VIII as portrayed by Michael Marzella, THE Renaissance Faire King!
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewProfile&friendID=243555140 (http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewProfile&friendID=243555140)
my favorite is HRH Henry VIII at Scaroborough. Just brings out the mannerisms and regal bearing of that specific royal from history
King Allyn of GCRF!!!
And, of course, King Henry (aka Fred) of MDRF. And Queen Elizabeth I of TNRF.
Quote from: Lady Nicolette on February 23, 2009, 08:56:27 PM
QEI at TNRen...Our own Syrilla. And not just because of that. She's a dead-ringer for the real one, she makes all of her own gowns with the utmost attention to detail and she's just tirelessly sweet to everyone, no matter how big or small, no matter how hot or cold it is, in pouring rain, choking dust and drenching humidity.
what thee has spoken our dear Lady Nicolette, is so true. additionally our Syrilla was QE1 in LARF when we had visit'd there in 2007.
i be the Old Tinker and his Belle...
I have to say that I grew up admiring the late Bill Huttel as King Henry VIII.
I miss him.
Quote from: Athena on February 23, 2009, 04:24:37 PM
Queen Elizabeth I at TNRF!
I second this vote! The TNRF Queen Elizabeth is by far the best I've seen so far on the Faire circuit! She's beautiful, has the speech, dress and mannerisms down pat. Of course, I would know this since I did live during that time, and all. *LOL*
The current Queen Elizabeth at Sterling Renaissance Festival - she's amazing :)
The one and only.. beautiful and tallented.. Madge Estes (as she is known here at the forum) .. Queen Elizabeth at MiRF...
And I am very partial to King Henry VIII at MMRF....
anyone else have a favorite?
Syrilla...Queen Elizabeth for LARF and TNRF has always been my favorite, but since I've started going to Scarborough, Henry VIII is now tied with Syrilla in my book ;) They make it so easy to believe in all the magic that is Faire! ;)
I still stand by me original vote on Page 1 of this thread...an' even more than before! ;D
Queen Catherine Parr of BARF!!!
LONG LIVE THE QUEEN!
Quote from: Molden on April 06, 2010, 11:23:20 AM
Queen Catherine Parr of BARF!!!
LONG LIVE THE QUEEN!
Long may she wench! Aye, brother? ;D
I miss our old Elizabeth at Southern california. :-[
I will always be biased for Lolly and John as Queen Margaret and King Henry of MNRF!
My allegiance is with King Henry VIII.... but the queen of Scotland is so strikingly beautiful !
(Scarborough Faire)
I can't really choose a favorite. Baj was my first Queen when I was a playtron at Sterling and will always hold a special place in my heart, but every person I've ever known who has had the position of Royal at a faire has earned my utmost respect and awe. They have one of the hardest jobs at the festival. They can NEVER have an "off day", they can't ever slow down, their days are scheduled down to the moment, and they have to carry it all off with grace and charm. And, very important to a fellow actor, they have to know when to shed the royal aura and just be another actor with their peers.
Hard work, and very appreciated!
Other than a number of weekend Faires, I have only attended 2 permanent Faires, MDRF and my home Faire, PARF, so I really can't compare Royals. I have seen 4 Elizabeths over the years and my favorite is Kelly Morris. Below is a piece I posted in the PARF section of RF Forums:
It is common knowledge that Kelly Morris, as Queen Elizabeth, took the PaRenFaire by storm last year. She is a consummate actress, a competent musician, and an excellent singer and dancer. The patrons and playtrons were quite pleased when it was announced she would return this year as Queen. I saw a side of Kelly today that totally outshines the work she has done on the Shire.
Besides the set pieces the Queen does, such as Queen's Court and Finale in Song, she also moves about the Shire to meet and greet Her people. She came upon four persons in wheel chairs, all of extremely limited mental capacity. These were people most others would shun and avoid looking upon. In another time they might have been left to die after being born. But Good Queen Bess crouched down in front of each of them to catch their attention, held their hand, and spoke to them as if they were best friends. This was not an actress playing a part but Kelly reaching out with great compassion and kindness to a less endowed human being. I'm sure at some level Kelly touched their spirit. This is the most extraordinary happening I have ever witnessed in all my years of attending RenFaires . I was humbled and edified. What left to say except "God Save The Queen... and Bless Kelly Morris!!!!"
Quote from: NoBill Lurker on February 23, 2009, 03:37:25 PM
Her Royal Highness Queen Catherine Parr at BARF!!! ;D
Going to have to second that. She's brill.
I may be biased, but QE1 at TNRF and LARF! as stated, she looks JUST like her, and makes all her own gowns, which is much an added bonus imho! ;D also, working as her lady iwn waiting, i saw how much she had to endure, and it made my vote sold!!
My favorite royals were Jon Benda and Lolly Foy at CRF. Both were really quick on their feet at improvising. They could be extremely funny or extremely moving as the situation required. It was a special treat on the rare occasions when Lolly would sing "Merry Meet (Bodge's Song)" at the end of the day.
I'm going to have to go with Scarborough's Archduchess followed closely by Queen Margaret and then King Henry VIII and Queen Anne.....and Lady Catherine Whilloughby....are you seeing a trend here?
Also the new King at Pittsburgh's faire....he's awesome even though I've never been there.....HI Billy's Dad!
Quote from: squiregaby on April 07, 2010, 10:18:29 AM
I'm going to have to go with Scarborough's Archduchess followed closely by Queen Margaret and then King Henry VIII and Queen Anne.....and Lady Catherine Whilloughby....are you seeing a trend here?
Also the new King at Pittsburgh's faire....he's awesome even though I've never been there.....HI Billy's Dad!
Oh No! lol! You're not biased at all! lol :) j/k ;)
Quote from: ItsTheBishop on April 06, 2010, 03:53:52 PM
Quote from: NoBill Lurker on February 23, 2009, 03:37:25 PM
Her Royal Highness Queen Catherine Parr at BARF!!! ;D
Going to have to second that. She's brill.
Have to third that motion. Her Peep destruction may not be textbook FOKTOP but she makes up for all that and far more in all the rest. Long Live the Queen!
3-way tie between Scarby's King Henry, Anne Boleyn & Queen Margaret. The interaction between the King & Queen is so natural you truly believe they're married to each other in real life. QM always manages to make me laugh several times a year.
And, as my DH said a few pages back, all 3 have a way with kids. Anne Boleyn specifically has made my daughters day several times during our visits to Scarby.
Quote from: cowgrrl on April 07, 2010, 10:22:30 PM
The interaction between the King & Queen is so natural you truly believe they're married to each other in real life.
The funny thing about that is the King is actually married to the Archduchess and if I'm not mistaken Shannon's husband is also on cast
My home fair is MNRF so I admit prejudice. No disrespect to our current King, but my favorite was King Henry. He was the King during my fair formative years.
(http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x289/Hatter50/KingHenry2005.jpg)
Scarby has the best I've seen: Queen Anne, Queen Margaret and King Henry do a wonderful job. Katherine of Aragon at TRF is excellent. Bill Huddleston at MDRF was a beloved monarch, RIP.
Scarby royals and Katherine always are regal but with a very personal touch. They have time for everyone that visits and are never afraid to have conversations. They never drop there personas either.
Quote from: squiregaby on April 07, 2010, 10:18:29 AM
I'm going to have to go with Scarborough's Archduchess followed closely by Queen Margaret and then King Henry VIII and Queen Anne.....and Lady Catherine Whilloughby....are you seeing a trend here?
Also the new King at Pittsburgh's faire....he's awesome even though I've never been there.....HI Billy's Dad!
Who is the Archduchess?
Quote from: Lord Glycon on May 19, 2010, 02:59:44 PM
Quote from: squiregaby on April 07, 2010, 10:18:29 AM
I'm going to have to go with Scarborough's Archduchess followed closely by Queen Margaret and then King Henry VIII and Queen Anne.....and Lady Catherine Whilloughby....are you seeing a trend here?
Also the new King at Pittsburgh's faire....he's awesome even though I've never been there.....HI Billy's Dad!
Who is the Archduchess?
You....don't know the Archduchess? She's only the most awesome-est person ever! She is the German Ambassador...she usually rides the brown horse in the parade. She attends the first and final jousts of the day and she is the one who teaches the cast how to dance. She's flippin' awesome....and she cooks fantastic brats
Queen Margaret of Scotland at Scarborough. There's none better. She is regal but has no problem playing in the dirt with little kids. I've never seen another royal do that, though I'm sure there are a few.
No other queen has a loyal following like she does. No other faire has a better Scottish queen.
I'm biased; she's my queen and I march for her. I hope no one takes offense, but I love her.
Archduchess Sabine Von Wurtemburg is a lady almost without peer;
unfailingly friendly and smiling.
(http://ic2.pbase.com/g3/48/163848/2/124261224.0THW9VGQ.jpg)
Oh. I guess I never thought of her as royal.
Being the good Irish Catholic boy that I am, its hard to vote for royals, much less an Engllish one, but were I to choose, Syrilla as QEI at Tenn is amazing.
She is indeed one of the Royals. Not only is she the German Ambassador...but she is also one of the Princesses of Bavaria.
I'll also throw in a vote for King Henry at the Pittsburgh Faire....cause....he's awesome too
Queen Margret of Scotland at Scarborough is here at paul42 gallery.
http://www.pbase.com/paul42/image/124481360
I can't figure out how to do the code for this. Paul, you are an artist and she's a beautiful subject.
I have a few Queen Margaret of Scarbourough without a doubt then Lady Roxbourgh and VIII and Anne. These are the Royals that stand out to me each and every week at Scarby.
I have been thinking back to all the queens I've seen during my faire trips in 20+ years. I have to repost.
I have had the privilege of seeing Queen Katherine of Aragon at TRF (Rosella Gonzales), Queen Anne Boleyn and Queen Margaret of Scotland at Scarborough, Queen Margaret of Scotland at TRF (Ellen Hoor) and Lolly Foy/Queen Margaret at MRF.
These are the women I rank as top graduates of the School of Queen Baj Burinski-Shelton, THE Queen, RIP.
I've seen a lot of queens. These 5 support Baj's memory best.
GOD SAVE THE QUEENS!
Quote from: Hibernian on May 19, 2010, 03:13:59 PM
Being the good Irish Catholic boy that I am, its hard to vote for royals, much less an Engllish one, but were I to choose, Syrilla as QEI at Tenn is amazing.
Doesn't Syrilla do other Faires as well?
Yes she does the Louisiana faire, and If my memory serves me correctly she now does Arizona.
At this point I would like to throw out some names that may not be familiar to a lot of folks but I was certainly impressed by
Mike and Marilyn Marzalla when they did Sterling years ago
Mary Kababik who I think has done either Michigan or Wisconsin not sure which
Quote from: BLAKDUKE on July 30, 2010, 07:51:23 PM
Mike and Marilyn Marzalla when they did Sterling years ago
Unfortunately a wenchmouth slipped out and I called him Mike Mozzarella. :-[
TO FUNNY
I'll bet he got a kick out of that one.
Anyone have an opinion of TRF's new King Henry and Anne Boleyn?
The first time I saw the new queen I didn't realize she was the queen! :o She doesn't seem to have the right presence yet...
I liked them both but sort of along Trilium's line of thought, they weren't together most of the time when we saw them so they were more Henry and Anne separately rather than King & Queen together.
If that makes sense to anyone but me...
Yeah makes perfect sense to me.
I really liked the new Queen Margaret they had this year although she seemed to be completely unattended most the time. Bad bad bad, dont they know she is the princess royal of England. LMAOj
Oh my yes! Pi as Margaret was fabulous!
I understand why TRF has their different courts more or less stay in the same general area, but I do wish they'd roam a bit more to interact with each other for entertainment.
Quote from: Lady Kett on December 07, 2010, 06:02:27 PM
I liked them both but sort of along Trilium's line of thought, they weren't together most of the time when we saw them so they were more Henry and Anne separately rather than King & Queen together.
If that makes sense to anyone but me...
When someone pointed her out to me as queen the first time, she was walking by herself (unattended by anyone) at the head of the parade.
Quote from: angusmacinnes on December 07, 2010, 08:07:41 PM
Yeah makes perfect sense to me.
I really liked the new Queen Margaret they had this year although she seemed to be completely unattended most the time. Bad bad bad, dont they know she is the princess royal of England. LMAOj
I didn't even know Queen Margaret WAS present....if I did see her it wasn't obvious she was one of the Queens. I did however seen the French Queen wandering about with no escort as well. The only time she was attended that I saw was at the Jousts.
Well, now that Queen Bonnie is on cast at Sherwood. I think she'll have to rank pretty high up there.