ENTERTAINERS
You won't find a show exactly like the Connecticut Renaissance Faire anywhere else in the world. That's because we gather our performers from around the United States and Canada to bring something truly unique to New England. Below is a list of entertainment currently signed on for our upcoming season. If you would like more information follow the appropriate link. |
| Join us each day of the faire as we host the Silver Arrow archery contest. This is a winner-takes-all archery tournament where some of the finest archers in the realm compete for fame, glory, and prizes. Follow the link for more information. LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| Explore the past by watching master artisans performing their age-old crafts before your eyes. At the Connecticut Renaissance Faire you’ll not only have an opportunity to purchase beautiful works of art, but also see it made as you watch. Click this LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
BAWDY BUCCANEERS, THE 
| Arr me heaties! You won’t want to miss a measure of these authentic 16th century pirate songs and shanties sung by some of the most talented pirates groups we know. What can you expect to hear at this show? Follow the link for the follies.
LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| Pirates in King Arthur's Court? OK, it doesn't make much sense, but they sure are fun!
The Brigands sing harmonious songs and sea shanties that will put the wind back in your sails. This father and son group is a show you can’t miss as they intone songs from the Golden Age of Piracy (1650-1750). LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| The Duelists match wit & witticism, insult & innuendo, combat & comedy for a completely original and comedic take on dueling and swordsmanship. Using a variety of weapons-rapiers, longswords, axes, the halberd, mace, ball & chain and more-The Duelists perform exciting and dynamic swordfights as they provide instruction in 'The Manly art of the Epic Duel'.
LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| A day at the faire isn’t complete without having your face painted by professional body artist, Marrus. With a wave of her brush dreams seem to come true as the paint and glitter dance about your face. Marrus has been bringing smiles to faces at CTRF LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| Come and visit the friendly farm animals of the Shire and learn about our heritage breed animals including Shetland sheep, Royal Palm turkeys, Mille Fleur Chickens, Toulouse geese, Runner ducks and our lovable, touchable bunny collection! LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
GREAT UNWASHED, THE 
| Did you know in medieval times beggars often coated themselves in mud and by doing so they managed to avoid such trials as the plague while making a living? Click the link below to learn more... LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| It was more than ten years ago when Guy Todd took up playing the harp. Now his talent as a Renaissance performer is sweetly heard throughout the streets of CTRF. But what did he do before the Harp? Learn more about this talented performer by following the LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| Axes and Daggers and Spears, oh my! Test your skill at arms using the axe, dagger, or spear. Once you think you're ready square of against the dreaded Black Knight of Doomwood in the Smite the Knight ring. LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| Young squires and princesses love the games and parents love the price in our Kids Courtyard filled with FREE games designed to entertain the wee folk.
LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
L'ENSEMBLE CERCAMON
| Amidst the passion of musical exploration, the pleasure of creation, the exhilaration of musical interpretation, evolves l'ensemble Cercamon. LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| Visiting the Shire from the Highlands is Lorna and her working Border Collies! One of the best additions of the 07 season, don't miss Lorna and her animals in 2008!
Collies. Come watch Jem and Caralyne as they engage in their favorite
activity, herding live sheep and ducks! Learn about how sheepdogs
have been helping shepherds for generations! LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| When you arrive at the Connecticut Renaissance Faire we highly encourage you and your group to get a clue! Of course, we’re referring to the free Clue Sheet needed to solve Mandrake’s Mystery. If you aren’t handed a Clue Sheet when LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| On Saturday, October 11, The Connecticut Renaissance Faire will be the proving grounds for the annual “Mettle & Might” competition hosted by the International Armoured Combat League. This one-day tournament of arms will pit ancient warriors agai LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
MYSCHYFFE MANAGED
| Myschyffe Managed is a New Hampshire-based a cappella group specializing in medieval and renaissance madrigals. This motley crew was formed by a small herd of “Ren Rats” with a tenuous grasp on reality who also love to sing.
Click for more info! LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| There is nothing like a good joust to get one’s blood pumping. Join us as Paragon Jousting, New England’s most incredible joust team, brings this ancient art to life. Want to learn more about this incredible sport? Just follow the link.
LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| You want funny? The Pope & Cardinal show is so funny it's almost a sin. When these two irreverent reverends get to telling jokes and singing songs more than just the nuns will be blushing!
LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| Share a spot of tea with Princess Guinevere and friends, learn noble etiquette & manners, and enjoy some pleasant conversation and games with some of the shire’s most interesting ladies. Your little princess’s invitation to tea is waiting for he LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| He's done it for Ripleys Believe it or Not, The Discovery Channel, Maxim Magazine and now he's doing it for you! Roderick Russell is one of 50 remaining sword swallowers in the world and a master of his art. Click through to read more about his exciting show. LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| Experience the unique charm of marionettes made by professional actor-puppeteer Charlotte Anne Dore. Enjoy tales of dragons, kings, princesses, mermaids and ghosts who sing and dance -- sure to delight the child in all of us! Rosalita and her friends can LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| Tired of seeing the bad guys get away with only a slap on the wrist? Sick of justice as usual? The same old boring law can be pretty dull – even to peasants. Worry no more for there is a new sheriff in town dispensing a unique brand of justice while LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| Singing Executioners & Comedians, Smee & Blogg, have a show so funny you’ll lose your head over it. These two masters of the macabre will knock you dead with side-splitting humor delivered with painless execution. Learn more about this must-see act b LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| There is only one thing funnier than one of Susie’s shows and she refuses to tell us what it is. Until we figure this out, join this goofy storyteller who has been presenting interactive stories & folktales to thousands of children over the years. Re LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| Sweet Amaryllis is a trio of ladies on harp, cello and
flute, who play music from the Renaissance and Early
Baroque periods. LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| Come see Tim and Vicky as they perform some of the greatest songs from history. Their hammered dulcimer performance is not to be missed! Find them wandering around the shire!
LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| Todd Key's Flying Debris Show has been described as "More dangerous than wearing Magnetic Underwear to the Fish-Hook Factory!"... LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| The Fool of Fools, comedy magician Tom Foolery brings you a hilariously silly magic show! Juggling, silliness, magic & more silliness! Tom usually needs the help of his audience to get him out of sticky situations! The fun never stops!
LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |
| Zoltan the Adequate's performance is nothing less than amazing as he combines the perfect blend of comedy and magic for a show you won't forget. Click his link to learn more about this incredible show and see why you don't want to miss it.
LEARN MORE - CLICK THY MOUSE HERE. |