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Cavallo Equestrian Arts riders were truly born to perform. With six generations of circus bareback acrobatic skills under his belt, director Olissio Zamperla Zoppe has created two breathtaking shows for this year's Faire. Our full contact Joust features battle weight lances and shields, and pulse-pounding, no holds barred battle that will leave you on the edge of your seat. The knights compete as well in the games of the Tournament, displaying their skills at the Quintain, Rings, Capture the Flag and the Gauntlet. Our second show, Gypsy Horse Performance, is a gypsy themed equestrian performance that includes daredevil cossack riding, horseback juggling and truly unbelievable acrobatics. For pictures and video clips, visit our web site: 
Alexander James Adams - Unleashed from the land of Fae comes the heir to Heather Alexander’s music and magic. AJ Adams is a fiery Celtic fiddler with a compelling voice to enchant audiences of all ages.
With songs and stories of the otherworld, Alexander James inspires his audiences to make their dreams come true and look for the wonders within.
From tender love songs to rowdy brawls, gentle Irish airs to rockin’ reels, AJ brings ancient legends to the mortal world in true bardic style, proving once and for all, the magic never dies! “From Dragon’s flame and ire will come forth Phoenix fire, and we will hear the song once more!” --Life’s Flame, Heather Alexander.
Brotherhood of Oceanic Mercenaries
Cannons will Roar! Cutlasses will Clash! Jigs will be Danced and Shanties will be Sung!
Enjoy lively performances and theatrical re-enactments by the notorious crew of the "Emerald Rose". This fun-loving band of scallywags will raise your spirits in song and thrill your senses with suspense and intrigue; charmin' their way into your good graces all the while. "So batten down yer hatches, stow yer wenches and ...Prepare to be Boarded!!!" 
Celt Check got together as a group for the first time several years ago in an alehouse at a Ren Faire. We had all been playing as singles for many years, but the ale was good and we started jamming on some of the songs that we all knew. Well, the crowd seemed to like what we were doing, and then someone yelled, "Hey, you guys should be a band!" We bought him a drink and then sat down to discuss this idea. After a couple more ales we decided that he was right and we'd give it a try and here we are.
Mas Uda Dancers, from the Olympia area, are known for the fun they have on stage (and off!) They meet on Thursdays at Dance Directions. The group encompasses all ages, occupations and all experience and skill levels. They dance for the fun it brings to them and to their audience and they have become friends through their dance. Mas Uda hosts an annual day of workshops and evening performance as a benefit for children’s charities – the first weekend in April. They teach all levels of classes
Unicorn Tales brings Celtic and Norse myth to life with short plays designed for children of all ages. Most plays are based on some aspect of existing myths and include at least one choreographed sword fight using real weapons. The actors often bring a new twist to the tales by inviting the audience to participate. Visit their web site at: http://www.unicornphobia.com/
Guild of Saint Brigid - Your face is new and your manner strange to us. Do you come from a far off land? No great matter, we welcome all in our village. Come ye and sit by the warmth of our hearth, share a tale if you have one, or listen to one of mine if you do not. This is our village, this is our hearth, Saint Brigid is our patron saint and in her name we bid you welcome. 
Candice Taylor is an extraordinary Highland dancer and upcoming actress who graces the Washington Renaissance Faire from time to time. This year Candice will be performing around the faire sites on the weekends of August 11th and the 18th.
Master of Ceremonies Alitor of Clan Brickhome
This will be Alitor's third year serving the queen and the joust. Known for his loud voice and, well, barbaric manner, the audience would be wise to heed his warnings to cheer for their favorite knight. Despite his larger-than-life image, Alitor is truly soft at heart. After the jousts look for him in his tent on the faire commons, always ready for a picture or to greet a young squire. More information available at http://www.unicornphobia.com
Academia della Spada - Academia della Spada of
Seattle teaches 16th Century sword fighting techniques as they have been
recreated from extant fighting manuals and treatises of the era. We are
not a stage-fighting school nor a reenactment group. Our study is an active
process, requiring research the fruits of which are then tested on the
field. The Academy focuses on the duel between armed civilian opponents.
Blood, Love & Rhetoric - Blood, Love & Rhetoric, a
professional living-history ensemble, offers its exceptional blend of
educational and delightful immersion into the world of Elizabethan
England. This troupe of musicians, actors, and historians entertains with
historical instruments in the dazzling finery of the high court. From the elegance
of Dowland and Campion to the bawdry of the popular broadsides, they have
been enchanting audiences with the brilliance of the golden age of Good Queen
Bess since 1993. Welcome to 1590!
Hawke and Cedric, the Bedlam Bards, play aggressively loud, sweaty, foot-stomping music on guitar, fiddle, mandola, bones, bodhran, strumstick, and kazoo. Catch their bawdy song show if you’d like to laugh your bottom off, and hear their sit-down set for sweet, moving ballads
MarCher - music from the Heart, especially for the Soul, Marty and Cheryl
Johnson have been performing together for over 15 years, entertaining at
Renissance Faire's and S.C.A. events since 1995. The music is soft and
easy, sometimes romantic, even if the the story is sad. where as, at other
times it reflects the actions of the times. Feel free to join in, enjoy the feeling
of pleasure the sharing of a song can bring.
Marty is an accomplished portraiture artist who upon your request would be
most pleased to render your image on the pages of antiquity.
Kumpania Paramitsha - Founded in 2000, the Kumpania Paramitsha is a group of talented performers portraying the Romany (or Gypsy) peoples during the 16th century. The Kumpania is made up of musicians, dancers, singers, fortune tellers, fire performers, acrobats and story tellers. The Kumpania are dedicated to recreating the gypsies of the Renaissance through culture, customs, language and of course music and dance.
Red Hugh's Rebel Tymes' Red Hugh was born into an Irish Catholic family, rich with Irish culture and tradition. After listening to the stories of Ireland's struggle for independence from his ma and da, it is no mistake that Red Hugh stresses music from the Emerald Isles. His music was born in the heart of the Irish rebellion, with songs like the "Rising of the Moon" and "Back Home In Derry". Red Hugh's unique approach to his music will remind you of the pain and despair the Irish have gone through in their fight for freedom. 
James the Obscure... an itinerant teller of traditional tales. Ancient tales from the Norse and from the Celts ( and from whatever else resonates) are heard in the land. Of hero's and of gods as well as strong minded women, of wisdom, deception, and might. The old tales show us the heart and mind of the ancient peoples from which they sprang. The tales of James the Obscure are heard around campfires, in the taverns and at wedding feasts.
Harley LaQuinn (played by magician Matthew Van Zee), a brightly colored harlequin jester of renaissance Europe, easily recognized as the tallest man of the land topping out at over 9 feet tall from the bottom of his feet to the tip of his hat. Watch him as he nimbly cavorts around the faire getting himself into and out of the smallest spaces greeting fairgoers with his uplifting laughter accompanied by his pocket sized brownie Hannah, who is always mischievously rearranging his bag of tricks, you never know what will happen with the two of them around. When you see him don't forget to say Hi to Hannah!
Matthew Van Zee The Traveling Mage - Bringing forth the Magic Realms of Fantasy. Opening windows into other worlds with his storytelling and magic. It is rumored he has been to the sacred places of Avalon and Shangri-La. Visiting Professor to many of the top wizarding schools; specializing in Talismans and Charms. With the aid of the fey and borrowing the help of Harley's brownie Hannah, Matthew Van Zee will be gracing the children's stage with magic to enchant all. With over 20 years of experience he has entertained hundreds of thousands of people across the United States as well as people from around the world. He has elated auciences at many fairs and festivals. For more information please visit: 
BOWI -
Kickin Celtic Music - For years, Seattle based BOWI has been entertaining audiences with a blend of traditional Celtic music and unique energy. The BOWI sound encompasses a wide range of music including driving Jigs and Reels, exciting vocals, and beautiful ballads. An incredibly flexible and adaptive group, BOWI has performed at everything from Pubs and local faires, to private parties and weddings. Acoustic or "Plugged in", BOWI has never failed to get the hands clapping and feet stomping. For more information please visit: 
SilverStrings - A classy Celtic fiddler and her rogue husband began to
play
beautiful music together one summer evening several years ago. So they
started performing music with The Society for Renaissance Performers as
SilverStrings. Mike and Diane will fill the valley and hills with their
renditions of lovely Celtic music, jigs, reels, waltzes, hornpipes and
airs
for your pleasure and enjoyment. Dancing is always welcome!
Gypsy Realm Productions - Gypsy Realm Productions - With laughter and flare Gypsy Realm
productions proudly presents some of the best beloved fairy tales of all
times. Performed with marionettes and live performer's, You will laugh,
cry and maybe even sing along with these unique and eventful players as
they bring you the tales of Rapunzel, Little Red Riding Hood and
Rumpistilskin. Fun for all ages, from 2 to 92, tales for the truly young
at heart!
ZINGER'S ROYAL MAGICK - Thinking adults (who comfortably bring their
children) entertainingly discover "everything at this faire is real and
everything is not real" when half a dozen talented performers and
surprise guest artists present "Royal Magick's New Worlds Tour ...
continued." Returning for the 11th year, award winning Zinger, the
Magick and his Royal Magick troupe again demonstrate that they are the
premier stage magic show for renaissance faires. "Unbelievable" is what
audiences say and again they find something new to talk about. Enter
into the world of ancient thought as something vanishes into nothing and
nothing fills the stage with something. As close as you can get,
discover the guarded secret of a classic explained in detail, gasp as
courage combines with cooking in a death defying manner, marvel how
penetrating curiosity can be, and chuckle through a dozen effects in
forty five minutes. Don't worry how or why it's done, sit back and enjoy
Royal Magick four times daily on the Royal Magick stage.
The Sherwood Renaissance Singers of Sherwood Oregon Perform Madrigals with Laughter and some tears, please join them for memorable entertainment.
Robin Hood and St. George & The Dragon, with Patrick Franz 
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