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People who have lived at Faire and have worked at life tell their tales. Comments, questions and/or want to be interviewed? Contact me thru the contact link here. Thanks!
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16 NOV 2024 · Starting from innocently being drawn into doing Faire at 16, and in turn convincing her parents to to do Faire by those same friends, Donn traces a carreer at Dance, the Ice Booth, and her current interation as an artist selling mosiacs as Faire. A Daughter and a husband as well have flourished at Faire, and Donna credits both the wide range of people who came out to play, as well as the trees.
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9 NOV 2024 · The podcast featured speakers Simon Spalding, Shirleigh Brannon, and Mark Sellin discussing how to make historical records from the 1580s entertaining for a modern audience at Renaissance Faires. They emphasized the importance of understanding period music and dance to create an engaging show. The speakers shared insights on incorporating traditional Irish and Scottish music, dance, and storytelling into performances, highlighting the need for authenticity and connection to the historical context. They also discussed the role of sheet music, improvisation, and audience engagement in creating a successful period show. The speakers emphasized the value of connecting with the music on a personal level and how it can foster relationships and creativity within the community. Overall, the discussion focused on the challenges and rewards of translating historical music and dance into entertaining performances for contemporary audiences at Renaissance Fairs.
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27 OCT 2024 · Darla found a voice of hers out at Faire. After the work/effort matirx made Faire ecomically not sustainable, Darla found another voice when she discovered she was part of the Lanape Tribe. She is currenlty going for her English PhD at the University of South Dakota. In this interview she discusses her work then and now and what connects it together. She also went to parties at the Fool's Guild and describes some of the brilliant costumes there.
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11 OCT 2024 · The podcast features speakers host Dan McLaughlin and guest Mashall Bryer reminiscing about their experiences at the Renaissance Faire, discussing their involvement in various booths and activities. The conversation covers the strict period costume requirements, the camaraderie among participants, and the evolution of the event over the years. The speakers highlight memorable characters like the "cookie man" and the challenges of moving the Faire to a new location. They also touch on the sense of community and tradition that has persisted among Faire participants, including annual gatherings to remember those who have passed away. The podcast provides insights into the unique culture and history of the Renaissance Faire, emphasizing the lasting friendships and shared memories that have endured over decades., discussing their involvement in various booths and activities. They also discuss the activites and brief history of The Fool's Guild.
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8 OCT 2024 · The podcast features a conversation between Simon Spaulding and Dan McLaughlin, discussing Simon's background in theater and music, particularly his experiences with historical reenactment at Renaissance Faires. They talk about Simon's involvement in child acting, learning to play various instruments, and his transition to working in museums. The importance of historical reenactment and multidisciplinary skills acquired at Faires is highlighted, showcasing how these experiences have influenced Simon's career in music and history. The conversation delves into the collaborative and diverse nature of the Renaissance fair community, emphasizing the talents and abilities of individuals beyond their initial impressions. The podcast provides insights into the cultural significance and personal growth fostered by participation in historical reenactment events like Faire.
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30 SEP 2024 · In a thoughful interview conducted within audio range of a murder of crows, John talks about some of favorite street bits, the creative process, and the unity between his creativity at the Faire and his work as a product development engineer. He also talk about the skills acquired about when his daughter when she was taken to Faire at an early age.
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21 SEP 2024 · You know, I usually don't get all political with this podcast, BUT when a Faire Alum designs the look of a 30 foot giant ballon of a former President wearing a prison suit that was towed arourd San Fransisco Bay on a boat, I just gotta lead with that. Vicky also takes pride in the she was known as the "nice one" in the costume department and was rectruited directly by Phyliss to work for the faire.
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17 SEP 2024 · Doug has danced English and Irish and discusses what he has learned about each and and what lessons he has learned from directors he has had. He talks about how the brains of those in the folk dance community seem to be have been equally adept in the 1970's and 80's to both folk dance music and dance on one hand, and on the other and computer and telecommunication work on the other.
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6 SEP 2024 · Danny Garland gave himself a fancy title years ago and has been creating visual aspects of the faire with or without the fancy tilte for most of his life. He talks about stages and costumes created, lessons learned and people met. He also talks about the Fools Guild. They party.
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4 SEP 2024 · For Tracey, the faire was a place where she felt accepted and then used that acceptance to engages in high jinks of the stage and street, many of which she relates here. She, and the ladies she worked with were the Queens of Comedy At Faire.
People who have lived at Faire and have worked at life tell their tales. Comments, questions and/or want to be interviewed? Contact me thru the contact link here. Thanks!
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