This Year's Story...

Magic, comedy and 11 new songs highlight the first ever CTRF MUSICAL story!

For this years story we've decided to bring you something completely different!

When Arthur and Guinevere arrived in Caer Leon this day without their fabled knights to partake in a simple village ceremony, they never dreamed that they would be fighting to save the village itself ...and their royal marriage!... from the sinister machinations of the slick and charming Baron Mercurious. And even Merlin himself couldn't predict how it's all going to end, because for the first time, you the audience will decide in a choose your own ending climax! Who will be the victor?...Hapless good or clever, elegant evil... in a story we call...

VOTE OR DIE! A choose your own ending musical adventure

By Paul Stickney Music and Lyrics by Denise Cannella and Paul Stickney

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Babes in Bodices Competition

Sun. Oct 3 Ladies! Have you been blessed with amazing assets? Then strut your stuff at our Babes in Bodices Contest, where the audience will help our judges decide who gets to go home with the coveted title Best Bodice Babe. [Click Here for Rules]

Bawdy Buccaneers Family Show

The Seafaring Family Show

This show is for the entire family, and what makes it even more exciting is you become part of the Picaroon Princess Crew! Join Captain Lance D. Boyle and his First Mate Truly Scrumptious as they perform traditional sea shanties and songs for your listening pleasure. A fun filled show that will have you smiling, singing and dancing! The Stolen Oldies Show...well they are Pirates aren't they?

So if they should steal, or let's say "borrow" some music for your entertainment pleasure with a piratical twist, well so be it!

Join the Bawdy Buccaneers as they take you on a musical journey off, off, off really off Broadway. They will bring show tunes, and oldies like, "The Seas are Alive with the Sound of Pirates", "A Grazing Mace", “Thank God I’m A Pirate Boy” to an all time low.

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Bizarre Bazaar

So, you ask, what did people do in ye olden days for fun...why they used what they had, and practiced useful skills!

Come have some fun with household edibles, and pelt the insulter at Tomatoe Paste. Not sure of your aim? Bring Mum and Dad, or even big brother and sister along to defend your honor! No Nerf ball available to play with? Why, just pick up a frog and practice your skills with a historically accurate catapult replica! Have some fun storming the castle! Practice your medieval extermination skills in Splat the Rat - only you can prevent plague outbreaks! Even perfect your aim with a faerie themed ring toss game. Win whimsical prizes while perfecting your battle skills with a replica crossbow. There are even games for the littlest knight and knightess in training. Learn interesting facts and win great stuff - the more you play, the more pirate gold you win to redeem for prizes. [fees apply]

Blacksmithing Demonstrations

Watch as our village blacksmiths do what they do with fire and steel. Throughout the day, they will be demonstrating their craft. Feel free to ask questions...they don't bite.

Buckle and Swash Show

Join Captain Red Swash Rogers and Mr. Jiff Buckle for pirate comedy, sword-fighting, and other...stuff.

See them Oct 9th thru the 24th!

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Court Dance

Once the days drama is done, celebrate the victors and commiserate with the losers at this demonstration of traditional court dances. But be prepared, you might find yourself dancing along with the Queen herself!

CTRF's Madrigal Singers

Beautiful layered harmonies and multi-voice arrangements highlight these songs of lost love, infatuation, and even the steamier side of romance in these traditional songs lovingly arranged by musical director Denise Cannella and expertly performed by members of our cast.

Cutting Demonstration

Be sure to check out the cutting demo performed by Dragon's Breath Blacksmiths at 2:30 daily. This is where they show off their mad skills with making super sharp stuff to cut peop...err..things with.

Deaf Awareness Day

Sat. Oct 9 Join us as "Finger Dancers" from around New England come to the Connecticut Renaissance Faire to interpret a variety of different shows throughout the day for our friends who are hard of hearing.

Dueling Fools

Rocco and George are The Dueling Fools, a comedy sword-fighting show. They're not talking about a couple giggles and some clanging of swords. Oh NO! They deliver antics that make a large majority of their audiences laugh so hard that they break out in song! And their swordplay is so spectacular that it has the rest of the audience singing back up vocals with 'oohs' and 'ahs.'

Check them out Sept 25, 26, Oct 2,3 & 4 only!

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Gypsy Rose Glee: The Wandering Minstrel

Picture and description coming soon!

Sept 24 - Oct 11 only!

Hitting & Stabbing Emporium

Axes, Daggers, and Spears - Oh my! Test your skill at arms with a variety of ancient weapons: crossbows, throwing weapons, archery, and much more. Release your inner warrior in our Hitting & Stabbing Emporium. [Fees apply]

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Human Chess Match

Baron Mercurious and the members of the opposition are participating in a pep rally to prove once and for all his right to rule the village of Caer Leon. But rebellion is afoot, in the person of the loyal villagers and supporters of the Mayor. Watch these two forces clash over silly challenges, clever strategies, and exciting combat in our HUMAN CHESS MATCH. But be warned: you might be asked to participate in this battle to end all battles....let the games begin!

I.B Spies: School of Espionage

BEWARE! There are spies in the realm, and if you manage to find the infamous Ivan and Bianca, here at the Hebron Fairgrounds, they may entreat you to lessons on the super secret craft of spying. Train your skills of sneaking, whispering, disguise, and even develop your own scary theme music (a must for any solid villain. Compete in SPY GAMES, hear stories, and enroll in New England's greatest School of Espionage. I. B. Spies! Forgive the grammar.

Conveniently enough the entire course can be taught in one day, who knew? Terrific experience for the little master spies of your household. See you there!

And as they say in our home country- uh, Britain-

Dasvidanya!

Ice Cream Social

Known for their high energy and charismatic live performances, the crowd is as much a part of the show as the band. With catchy choruses and toe-tapping jigs and reels, Ice Cream Social audiences inevitably end up singing, clapping and stomping right along to the show. The boys give old shanties and folk favorites a new twist while rocking out original songs of pirates, late-night shenanigans, and comical tunes of brotherhood.

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Living History Demonstrations

The mercenaries and women of Das Geld Fähnlein invite you to stop by throughout the day to witness them as they go about their daily tasks. Many skills are shown throughout the day, and there are scheduled demonstrations for the following:

Battlefield Medicine - watch and learn as our surgeon explains the methods used to diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries, from bloodletting to amputation!

Cooking - an army marches on its stomach and ours is no exception! The women of the unit cook all morning long, but will take some time out of their schedule to talk about the ingredients and methods in use.

Military Drill - the pikemen and musketeers of Das Geld Fähnlein take the field each afternoon to demonstrate the commands and techniques of 16th century battlefield weapons. This one is certain to end with a bang!

Mandrake's Mystery

Get a clue! No, really... Grab your clue sheet at the Faire entrance and get ready to take a whacky ride through the Fairegrounds that will have you interacting with dozens of performers! Hunt for clues. Rule out the fluff and find the facts. Become a detective in this wild game of living clue.

New Mysteries Each Weekend!

Maypole Dance

Don't miss your chance to grab a ribbon and dance the maypole in this traditional old-world festivity that will bring you back to the days of yore.

Men in Kilts Contest

Mon. Oct 11 (Columbus Day) Join us for the annual Men in Kilts contest! Gentlemen put your best leg forward in this open-to-the-public contest. Win prizes provided by our sponsors and cheers from the ladies. [Click Here for Rules]

Mercenary Encampment (Das Geld Fähnlei

Come and see life amongst mercenaries in 1528! Das Geld Fähnlein recreates a military encampment from the early 16th century with displays of the skills and life of a Landsknecht unit - Bavarian soldiers of the Holy Roman Empire - and members in the baggage train. Stop by to see the soldiers practicing their skills, dinner being cooked over an open fire, or to play games of chance with members of the unit. Enjoy the fruits of careful research and preparation undertaken by us for your education and entertainment. Each member of the unit portrays a 16th century person eager to tell you about their life on the road as a soldier or camp follower!

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Mettle & Might Tourney

Oct 9 & 10 Competing knights from around the world will meet on the grounds of The Connecticut Renaissance Faire during Columbus Day weekend to battle for honor, prestige, and prizes in this annual tournament.

International competitors from USA, Sweden, Germany, and more!

Paragon Jousting

Knights beating the heck out of each other on foot and on horseback. What can be better than that?

Don't miss Paragon's special after-dark joust on our Halloween Knights events. Two days only! Saturday Oct 16 & 23. Watch as The Headless Horseman, The Witch Queen and The Death Knight battle it out to the fiery end!

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Pope & Cardinal

CELEBRATING 21 YEARS OF CLERICAL WACKINESS

The Pope and Cardinal have made their home at the CTRF fall festival, and continue to charm new members of their flock with their particular brand of off-beat irreverent humor. Join saintly but confused Pope Urbino and smarmy assistant Cardinal Claudio in a series of specialty shows throughout the festival day. Whether it's taking in their SINGALONG comedy music show, or acting in a improvised bible story or joining in a very Catholic game of Bingo, The Pope and Cardinal are heavenly entertainment!

Princess Tea Time

Treat your princess to tea with our princesses! Play games, create a tiara you take home, receive a fairy wand, and drink tea with Snow White, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Rose Red, and the Fairy Godmother. Three shows daily - limited space. [Fees Apply].

Rosalita's Puppets

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!

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Royal Knighting Ceremony

Since most of his knights are busy elsewhere, scouring the countryside for new knights to join Arthur's fabled round table, King Arthur and Queen Guinevere have decided to seek out new knights from the visiting children today! Give your child a firsthand look at what it takes to be a noble knight or accomplished Lady in King Arthur's Court! Only one show a day!

Royal Parade

All the colorful and exciting characters, musicians, acts and merchants at the CTRF fall festival are represented together in one magnificent procession through the street and byways of our medieval village. Find a place by the side of the road and watch the renaissance world pass you by in all it's splendor! The perfect picture taking opportunity!

Sheriff Bracken

Hast thou grown tired of justice as usual? Believe it or not, the law can be quite tedious, even to peasants. Well there be a new Sheriff in town, who strives to bring more excitement to the trial process by dispensing justice in a festival-like atmosphere for the amusement of all, especially his own.

Join Sheriff Bracken as he delivers his own unique brand of justice to the stages and streets of Caer Leon.

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Soldier School

Have you ever wanted to know what it is like to be a soldier in a Renaissance army? Those between the ages of 6 and 14 are encouraged to come to the Mercenary Encampment each day at to learn all about it. Make a hat, enjoy a snack, and drill with the mercenaries of Das Geld Fähnlein before marching around the faire to show off for everyone! After completion, each soldier receives a certificate, a medallion, and, of course, the hat they made. A $10 fee per child applies.

The Bawdy Buccaneers Bawdy Show!

The Bawdy Show ~ Rated R…well really PG13 but it doesn’t sound Piratey enough!

"You can't go there, but we can" Bawdy show! An adult show, with less than adult behavior, adult jokes and innuendo. The Bawdy Show brings out everyone's true "Bawdy" and naughty nature, with pub songs, dirty songs, funny dirty songs, or just plain suggestive songs. We know that you know the words, so join us and sing along, and if you're really good (or should we say really "bad"), you might just become part of the show. Sometimes special “guest stars” may join us on stage, you never know who will be there.

This show comes with a Public Service Announcement: If you insist on bringing your children to the Bawdy Show, they may get sold to the highest bidder. And should you still insist on bringing your children and they get the jokes, remember..... "IT'S NOT OUR FAULT"

The Blogg Show

Blogg, The Singing Executioner and master of macabre mirth takes the stage solo in 2010 as he slices his way to your funny bone with hilarious songs that will have you dying in the aisle! A show not to be missed!

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The Granny Gruesome Show

Granny Gruesome doesn't know she is a zombie...poor thing! (and wonders why she keeps losing her ears.) The stories she tells and sings are funny rather than scary... but have a definite ewwwww factor.

Catch her show Oct 16,17 & 23,24 only!

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The Jayna Lee Show!

Jayna Lee is the girl next door who just happens to juggle torches! This year, she's brought something brand new for our festival; a trapeze! Come and join Jayna for a variety show including juggling, contortion, stilt-walking, fire eating, and aerial artistry. Enjoy a light-hearted sense of humor, exciting skills, and crazy stunts suitable for the whole family.

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The King's Feast

Join your hosts, the Pope and Cardinal, for two delicious hours of food, friends, and laughter at this one-weekend-only special event! From 1:30pm to 3:30pm on October 9 & 10 the King’s royal kitchens will delight you with a lavish multi-course meal hot from the oven. While you dine the best entertainment the festival has to offer will perform original material not seen at the faire itself. Funny, raunchy, and frequently unexpected, the King’s Feast is a sure hit with world class entertainment.

This event is Oct 9 & 10 only. Fees apply.

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The Lost Boys

The Lost Boys are a troupe of high energy performers who have joined forces to bring the world a unique blend of original music, and traditional folk tunes, along with contemporary and classic rock n' roll parodies with a renaissance flair. Reported to have invented rock and roll in the year 1599, the boys have entertained audiences at Renaissance Festivals, theaters, and rock and roll clubs across the country. It's Spinal Tap meets Shakespeare In Love, and fans of music with comedy and comedy with music will surely enjoy this musical insanity. Accept no substitutes: The Lost Boys!

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The Poprah Show!

Who could ever imagine that the worlds saintliest man would be involved in the worlds FILTHIEST show? Join your host Pope Urbino and a specially picked panel of performers with dirty minds for the renaissance festival circuits infamous POPRAH talk show! A show where the audience can ask any question they like...any at all! Bring your deepest darkest thoughts to the POPRAH SHOW! Where we'll say anything for a laugh...and frequently do!

RATED R. ADULT HUMOR

The Pub Sing

With the opposition oppressing the villagers on the streets of our fair village, the Mayor and his supporters gather at the Dungeon Stage to lift their sagging spirits with jokes and songs. Be there to lend your support---and your voice---to our heroes valiant efforts to restore order and fun to Arthur's Kingdom.

The Repeat Offenders

Mix one part British sitcom, one part prison humor, and three parts violence, and what do you get? The Repeat Offenders, a comedic fight show with some serious combat. See a trio of cockney convicts wielding swords, chains, axes, and more in a bid to win their freedom.

The WonderFool Death Defying Show

World Renowned entertainer Joel Newlon brings his daredevil comedy show to The Connecticut Renaissance Faire. With zany comedy, and stunts not done by anyone else on earth! This show is a must see for the whole family!

Raised by howler monkeys in the jungles of South Florida, WonderFool has been a full time comedian and entertainer since 2000. He has toured the United States extensively and is no longer welcomed in Iowa (long story). He owns the WonderFool death defying comedy show, a one of a kind daredevil show that has been proven to cause hair loss in laboratory mice. WonderFool lives in Lake Worth with his imaginary friends and is very proud to make his living as an entertainer. Furthermore, he feels that toilet paper should feed from the top of the roll...not the bottom!

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Tim & Vicky

Here the soothing sounds of Tim & Vicky as they wander the shire playing fiddle, flute, hammered dulcimer and many more instruments of the time. They can be found playing along with the Harvest Pole Dance, at their mini-stage along Goodliffe Boulevard or roaming the streets of the village!

Tribal de Luna Bellydancing

Tribal de Luna Gypsy Dancers are looking for a new Gypsy King... could it be you? Let us enchant you with our family friendly performance. Hear the sounds, feel the beats and see the dancing that will take you away to another land. Join us twice a day at the Dance Stage, next to the Harvest Pole.

Vow Renewal Ceremony

Sat. Oct 2 Married couples are invited to renew their vows at CTRF at this special ceremony led by Pope Urbino himself.

Zoltan the Adequate

Zoltan is a consummate street entertainer, performing bizarre geek magic tempered with more traditional magic trappings. Be amazed as he eats fire, endures a shattered concrete block while laying on a bed of nails, and many other -just adequate- tricks that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

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