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The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Update
by bindlestiffs＠mailman.xmission.com 30 Mar '06

30 Mar '06

The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Update This update includes: * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Cabaret at Galapagos, Brooklyn. Every Friday, through April 28, 2006. * Bindlestiff's Cavalcade of Youth at Abrons Art Center, Manhattan. April 2, 2006. * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus, in Association with Magic Hat Brewing Company, summer tour, Eastern United States. * SEEKING VENUES FOR SUMMER TOUR. Bring the Cirkus to your town. * Lilly Lipid Open Mic at Pratt, Brooklyn, NY. April 8, 2006. * Volunteer and/or intern with the Cirkus * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus documentary featuring the first ten years of Bindlestiff. Produced by Alan Plotkin. * New BFC Merchandise available * Help Support the Variety Arts * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Winter Cabaret Every Friday Night from March 17 through April 28, 2006 at Galapagos Art Space, 70 North 6th Street, Williamsburgh, NY directions: http://www.galapagosartspace.com/directions.html Admission: $15 ($5 discount for clowns in make-up) Showtime: 10 pm. The BFC Cabaret brings together elements of circus, sideshow, vaudeville, burlesque, and cabaret to provide a stage for some of the most talented performing artists in the world. Jugglers, clowns, acrobats, and trapeze artists share the stage with musicians, magicians, dancers, daredevils, and more. Each show features a unique combination of acts, but all promise a legendary lineup of circus feats, sideshow marvels, and world-class entertainers. The New York Times said of the BFC Cabaret: "It's old-fashioned variety entertainment of the sort Ed Sullivan so astutely scooped up, but with twists." This Friday (3/31) the show will feature Ringmistress Philomena, Kinko the Clown, Watson Kawecki (clown), Zero Boy (East Village legend), Ravi the Scorpion Mystic (contortionist), Sean Blue (juggler), Trav SD (vaudevillian author), Andrea Damien (aerilaist), Mr. Pennygaff (sword swallower) and the live music of Professor Pie Cart Pete and Kaethe Hostetter. Next Friday (4/7) the show features Ringmistress Philomena, Dirty Martini (burlesque), Clark McFarlane (juggler), Chris Allison (clown), Carla Rhodes (ventriloquist), Uncle Steve Brown (Yo-Yo master), Mr. Pennygaff (sword swallower) Lynn Polke (aerial) and the live music of Professor Pie Cart Pete and Kaethe Hostetter. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus presents Cavalcade of Youth at Henry Street Settement/Abrons Arts Center, 466 Grand Street, New York, NY. Sunday April 2, 2006 3 pm showtime Tickets: $15 ($10 for those under 21) The performers of tomorrow steal the stage today! Bindlestiff Family Cirkus presents a special showcase for young variety performers, ranging from amateurs to world-class professionals. Juvenile jugglers, diminutive dancers, adolescent acrobats and a host of other moppets and mummers present a full show of vernal vaudeville. Acts range from debuting amateurs to world-class champion performers-all under the age of 21. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Summer Tour (mostly eastern United States) Thirst for excitement? Dying for a night at the Cirkus? Yearning for an ice cold beer? Well, you're in luck! This summer the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus and Magic Hat Brewing Company team up to satisfy all your thirsts! Coming to over 35 cities, form Maine to North Carolina, the long awaited Bindlestiff Family Circus East Coat Tour hits the road in June, July and August. To celebrate the launch of the Magic Hat Summer Variety Show 12 Pack, The Bindlestiffs will be rolling into a town near you with a classic variety show that promises something for everyone: circus, sideshow, vaudeville and burlesque presented in unique Bindlestiff style. Don't settle for any pale imitations! The cast features an All-star lineup of founding members of America's best travelling variety show--Scotty the Blue Bunny, David Didd, Philomena and Mr. Pennygaff, joined by Aussie circus sensation Dizzy Lizzie, Sxip Shirey, and other surprises! Stay tuned for more details. Coming to a Town near you! Tentative tour dates available at http://www.bindlestiff.org/schedule.html#summer06 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bring the Cirkus to your town We are seeking venues to host the 2006 Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Summer Tour. We are looking for venues that are Cirkus friendly and ready to serve pints and Bottles of Magic Hat Beer. The larger the stage the grander the show. For booking details email Stephanie at stephanie(a)bindlestiff.org * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Juggle Those - Open Mic with Lilly Lipid at Pratt Student Union, 200 Willoughby Ave., Brooklyn, NY Saturday April 8. 11pm - ? (but we're kicking you out at 2am!) Lilly Lipid, of Bindlestiff Family Cirkus notoriety, will be your hostess at the open mic at Juggle Those. Come join the fun- bring your talents and your hotel keys... Lilly needs both. For directions: http://www.pratt.edu/campus/directions * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Volunteer and/or intern with the Cirkus Bindlestiff is seeking volunteers and interns for all New York events. If you are interested in being a part of show email Ellia at ellia(a)bindlestiff.org. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus on DVD coming soon. For over ten years the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus has been presenting its unique blend of Circus, Sideshow, Vaudeville, and Burlesque and you will soon be able to take the Cirkus home with you. Produced by Alan Plotkin this documentary highlights the travels, trials and evolution of the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus. Warning: Video may contain risque material. Stay tuned for actual release date, early bird specials, ordering info, and public screenings. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * New BFC Merchandise available We have new stuff for the younger generation. * Bindlestiff's Cavalcade of Youth shirts * Baby T's for 18-24 month old Cirkus fan. Pink and Blue available * Baby Onesies for the 18-24 month old Cirkus fan. Pink and Blue available. Currently available at the shows. These will be available on line in the next couple of weeks. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Keep the Variety Arts Alive Here at BFC headquarters we're already thinking about spring. We have a new season of shows coming up, and some big changes on the way. As we raise funds for publicity, marketing, management, costumes, rehearsal space, technical support, and equipment, we come to you, our fans, friends, and donors, with an appeal for your support. Every donation is greatly appreciated, whether it is five dollars or five thousand dollars. With your help, Circus, Sideshow, Vaudeville and Burlesque continue to thrive despite the rising costs of insurance, gas, props, publicity, legal fees, moving costs, storage, venue rentals... Donations can be give on-line at http://www.bindlestiff.org or by sending a check or money order to Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, Inc., PO Box 1917, New York, NY 10009. You can also donate online at http://www.bindlestiff.org/donate.html Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization devoted to the preservation and evolution of the variety arts. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus PO Box 1917 New York, NY 10009 1-877-BINDLES http://www.bindlestiff.org

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Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Update
by bindlestiffs＠mailman.xmission.com 16 Mar '06

16 Mar '06

The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Update This update includes: * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Cabaret at Galapagos, Brooklyn. Every Friday, March 17 through April 28, 2006. * Bindlestiff's Cavalcade of Youth at Abrons Art Center, Manhattan. March 26 and April 2, 2006. * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus at Makor, Manhattan. March 19, 2006 * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus, in Association with Magic Hat Brewing Company, summer tour, Eastern United States. * SEEKING VENUES FOR SUMMER TOUR. Bring the Cirkus to your town. * Lilly Lipid Open Mic at Pratt, Brooklyn, NY. April 8, 2006. * Volunteer and/or intern with the Cirkus * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus documentary featuring the first ten years of Bindlestiff. Produced by Alan Plotkin. * Help Support the Variety Arts * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Winter Cabaret Every Friday Night from March 17 through April 28, 2006 at Galapagos Art Space, 70 North 6th Street, Williamsburgh, NY directions: http://www.galapagosartspace.com/directions.html Admission: $15 ($5 discount for clowns in make-up) Showtime: 10 pm. The BFC Cabaret brings together elements of circus, sideshow, vaudeville, burlesque, and cabaret to provide a stage for some of the most talented performing artists in the world. Jugglers, clowns, acrobats, and trapeze artists share the stage with musicians, magicians, dancers, daredevils, and more. Each show features a unique combination of acts, but all promise a legendary lineup of circus feats, sideshow marvels, and world-class entertainers. The New York Times said of the BFC Cabaret: ?It?s old-fashioned variety entertainment of the sort Ed Sullivan so astutely scooped up, but with twists.? * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus presents Cavalcade of Youth at Henry Street Settement/Abrons Arts Center, 466 Grand Street, New York, NY. Sunday March 26, 2006 and Sunday April 2, 2006 3 pm showtime Tickets: $15 ($10 for those under 21) The performers of tomorrow steal the stage today! Bindlestiff Family Cirkus presents a special showcase for young variety performers, ranging from amateurs to world-class professionals. Juvenile jugglers, diminutive dancers, adolescent acrobats and a host of other moppets and mummers present a full show of vernal vaudeville. Acts range from debuting amateurs to world-class champion performers?all under the age of 21. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Variety Show at Makor, 35 West 67th Street Sunday, March 19, 2006 7 pm showtime. Tickets: $15 For tickets and more information: www.makor.org/theater or by calling 212-601-1000 The Bindlestiff's are bringing a bit of downtown entertainment uptown. Come see the troupe that continues to keep variety entertainment alive and thriving in the Big Apple. This show will feature some of the legends of the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus including Philomena, Mr. Pennygaff, Baby Dee, Magic Brian, Nicolas Flair, and Diamond Redd. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Summer Tour (mostly eastern United States) Thirst for excitement? Dying for a night at the Cirkus? Yearning for an ice cold beer? Well, you're in luck! This summer the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus and Magic Hat Brewing Company team up to satisfy all your thirsts! Coming to over 35 cities, form Maine to North Carolina, the long awaited Bindlestiff Family Circus East Coat Tour hits the road in June, July and August. To celebrate the launch of the Magic Hat Summer Variety Show 12 Pack, The Bindlestiffs will be rolling into a town near you with a classic variety show that promises something for everyone: circus, sideshow, vaudeville and burlesque presented in unique Bindlestiff style. Don't settle for any pale imitations! The cast features an All-star lineup of founding members of America's best travelling variety show--Scotty the Blue Bunny, David Didd, Philomena and Mr. Pennygaff, joined by Aussie circus sensation Dizzy Lizzie, Sxip Shirey, and other surprises! Stay tuned for more details. Coming to a Town near you! Tentative tour dates available at http://www.bindlestiff.org/schedule.html#summer06 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bring the Cirkus to your town We are seeking venues to host the 2006 Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Summer Tour. We are looking for venues that are Cirkus friendly and ready to serve pints and Bottles of Magic Hat Beer. The larger the stage the grander the show. For booking details email Stephanie at stephanie(a)bindlestiff.org * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Juggle Those - Open Mic with Lilly Lipid at Pratt Student Union, 200 Willoughby Ave., Brooklyn, NY Saturday April 8. 11pm - ? (but we're kicking you out at 2am!) Lilly Lipid, of Bindlestiff Family Cirkus notoriety, will be your hostess at the open mic at Juggle Those. Come join the fun- bring your talents and your hotel keys... Lilly needs both. For directions: http://www.pratt.edu/campus/directions * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Volunteer and/or intern with the Cirkus Bindlestiff is seeking volunteers and interns for all New York events. If you are interested in being a part of show email Ellia at ellia(a)bindlestiff.org. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus on DVD coming soon. For over ten years the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus has been presenting its unique blend of Circus, Sideshow, Vaudeville, and Burlesque and you will soon be able to take the Cirkus home with you. Produced by Alan Plotkin this documentary highlights the travels, trials and evolution of the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus. Warning: Video may contain risque material. Stay tuned for actual release date, early bird specials, ordering info, and public screenings. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Keep the Variety Arts Alive Here at BFC headquarters we're already thinking about spring. We have a new season of shows coming up, and some big changes on the way. As we raise funds for publicity, marketing, management, costumes, rehearsal space, technical support, and equipment, we come to you, our fans, friends, and donors, with an appeal for your support. Every donation is greatly appreciated, whether it is five dollars or five thousand dollars. With your help, Circus, Sideshow, Vaudeville and Burlesque continue to thrive despite the rising costs of insurance, gas, props, publicity, legal fees, moving costs, storage, venue rentals... Donations can be give on-line at http://www.bindlestiff.org or by sending a check or money order to Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, Inc., PO Box 1917, New York, NY 10009. You can also donate online at http://www.bindlestiff.org/donate.html Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization devoted to the preservation and evolution of the variety arts. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus PO Box 1917 New York, NY 10009 1-877-BINDLES http://www.bindlestiff.org

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Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Update
by bindlestiffs＠mailman.xmission.com 25 Jan '06

25 Jan '06

The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Update Happy New Year! 2006 promises to be a great year for Cirkus spectacle. This update includes: * Annual Bindlestiff Family Cirkus New York City Winter Cabaret Season in Brooklyn. Fridays in March and April 2006. * Bindlestiff's Cavalcade of Youth at Abrons Art Center, Manhattan. March 26 and April 2, 2006. * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus at Makor, Manhattan. March 19, 2006 * No Applause, Just Throw Money Book Release events featuring Bindlestiffs. March 2006. * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus, in Association with Magic Hat Brewing Company, summer tour, Eastern United States. * Seeking Young Variety Acts, under 21 years of age, for Cavalcade of Youth * Seeking acts for 2006 Winter Cabaret * Seeking venues for summer tour. Bring the Cirkus to your town. * Volunteer and/or intern with the Cirkus * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus documentary featuring the first ten years of Bindlestiff. Produced by Alan Plotkin. * Help Support the Variety Arts * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Winter Cabaret Every Friday Night from March 17 through April 28, 2006 at Galapagos Art Space, 70 North 6th Street, Williamsburgh, NY directions: http://www.galapagosartspace.com/directions.html Admission: $15 ($5 discount for clowns in make-up) Showtime: 10 pm. The BFC Cabaret brings together elements of circus, sideshow, vaudeville, burlesque, and cabaret to provide a stage for some of the most talented performing artists in the world. Jugglers, clowns, acrobats, and trapeze artists share the stage with musicians, magicians, dancers, daredevils, and more. Each show features a unique combination of acts, but all promise a legendary lineup of circus feats, sideshow marvels, and world-class entertainers. The New York Times said of the BFC Cabaret: "It's old-fashioned variety entertainment of the sort Ed Sullivan so astutely scooped up, but with twists." * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus presents Cavalcade of Youth at Henry Street Settement/Abrons Arts Center, 466 Grand Street, New York, NY. Sunday March 26, 2006 and Sunday April 2, 2006 3 pm showtime Tickets: $15 ($10 for those under 21) The performers of tomorrow steal the stage today! Bindlestiff Family Cirkus presents a special showcase for young variety performers, ranging from amateurs to world-class professionals. Juvenile jugglers, diminutive dancers, adolescent acrobats and a host of other moppets and mummers present a full show of vernal vaudeville. Acts range from debuting amateurs to world-class champion performers—all under the age of 21. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Variety Show at Makor, 35 West 67th Street March 19, 2006 The Bindlestiff's are bringing a bit of downtown entertainment uptown. More details coming soon. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Book Release Events featuring Bindlestiffs Trav S.D., Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Advisory Board Member, has just released a hysterical and histrionic history of Vaudeville, No Applause, Just Throw Money: The Book That Made Vaudeville Famous. Not only does the book include the Bindlestiffs, book release events include a few Bindlestiff appearances: * Saturday, March 4, 4pm: Brooklyn Public Library: "Brooklyn Vaudeville Past" * Saturday, March 11, 4pm: Brooklyn Public Library: "Brooklyn Vaudeville Present" * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Summer Tour (mostly Northeastern United States) Thirst for excitement? Dying for a night at the Cirkus? Yearning for an ice cold beer? Well, you're in luck! This summer the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus and Magic Hat Brewing Company team up to satisfy all your thirsts! Coming to over 35 cities, form Maine to North Carolina, the long awaited Bindlestiff Family Circus East Coat Tour hits the road in June, July and August. To celebrate the launch of the Magic Hat Summer Variety Show 12 Pack, The Bindlestiffs will be rolling into a town near you with a classic variety show that promises something for everyone: circus, sideshow, vaudeville and burlesque presented in unique Bindlestiff style. Don't settle for any pale imitations! The cast features an All-star lineup of founding members of America's best travelling variety show--Scotty the Blue Bunny, David Didd, Philomena and Mr. Pennygaff, joined by Aussie circus sensation Dizzy Lizzie, musical guest stars, and other surprises! Stay tuned for more details. Coming to a Town near you! * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Seeking young acts to be a part of this Year's Cavalcade of Youth Wanted: contortionists, jugglers, magicians, puppeteers, ringmasters or mistresses, tap dancers, singers and musicians, clowns, aerialists, rope spinners, wire walkers, sideshow marvels, and other entertaining folks. Ground or aerial; solo, partner, and group acts are welcome! If you'd prefer to help out behind the scenes, that's great too. Take this opportunity to learn basic theater production skills of all kinds, including sound and lighting operation, set maintenance and construction, rigging, costume and make-up design, front of house management, and show promotion. Our staff of theater professionals is ready to invest its talents in the next generation of variety performers. You help us; we'll help you. No experience necessary if you're willing to work! Sign up now! Must be under 21 years of age. To find out more or sign up to perform, please contact Cavalcade of Youth Director Viveca Gardiner at 212.989.4718 or Viveca(a)PlayfulProductions.com. To find out more about Bindlestiff Family Cirkus, call 1-877-BINDLES or see www.bindlestiff.org. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Seeking Acts for Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Cabaret We are always looking for amazing talent to take part in the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus. For over ten years the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus has presented some of the best variety acts working today. This show is unable to bring artists in from out of town, but if you are coming through New York in March or April and are looking for a good excuse to play New York, let us know. We will not be holding auditions this year, however,tapes and promotional material can be sent to Bindlestiff Family Cirkus, PO Box 1917, New York, NY 10009. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bring the Cirkus to your town We are currently seeking venues to host the 2006 Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Summer Tour. We are looking for venues that are Cirkus friendly and ready to serve pints and Bottles of Magic Hat Beer. The larger the stage the grander the show. For booking details email Stephanie at stephanie(a)bindlestiff.org * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Volunteer and/or intern with the Cirkus Bindlestiff is seeking volunteers and interns for all New York events. If you are interested in being a part of show email Ellia at ellia(a)bindlestiff.org. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus on DVD coming soon. For over ten years the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus has been presenting its unique blend of Circus, Sideshow, Vaudeville, and Burlesque and you will soon be able to take the Cirkus home with you. Produced by Alan Plotkin this documentary highlights the travels, trials and evolution of the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus. Warning: Video may contain risque material. Stay tuned for actual release date, early bird specials, ordering info, and public screenings. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Keep the Variety Arts Alive Here at BFC headquarters we're already thinking about spring. We have a new season of shows coming up, and some big changes on the way. As we raise funds for publicity, marketing, management, costumes, rehearsal space, technical support, and equipment, we come to you, our fans, friends, and donors, with our annual appeal for your support. Every donation is greatly appreciated, whether it is five dollars or five thousand dollars. With your help, Circus, Sideshow, Vaudeville and Burlesque continue to thrive despite the rising costs of insurance, gas, props, publicity, legal fees, moving costs, storage, venue rentals... Donations can be give on-line at http://www.bindlestiff.org or by sending a check or money order to Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, Inc., PO Box 1917, New York, NY 10009. You can also donate online at http://www.bindlestiff.org/donate.html Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization devoted to the preservation and evolution of the variety arts. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus PO Box 1917 New York, NY 10009 1-877-BINDLES http://www.bindlestiff.org

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Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Update
by bindlestiffs＠mailman.xmission.com 18 Nov '05

18 Nov '05

Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Update Contains: * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus: a photographic exhibit at DriveIn * BFC featured in Sideshow Encyclopedia * BFC in new Vaudeville history * 2006 NYC Winter Season * Now Booking 2006-07 * Supporting Variety Entertainment We thank everyone who came to see us perform with the Midnight Circus in Chicago. Although Keith and Stephanie Bindlestiff will be spending the next month performing on the seas of the Caribbean, there are a number of Cirkus related events coming up in the New York area. And since a couple of these events are book releases, a bit of Bindlestiff is coming to you at your local book store. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus: a photographic exhibit Photographer Gregory Costanzo presents The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus: a photographic exhibit Reception Friday, November 18, 7 - 10 pm November 18 - December 31, 2005 at DriveIn, 443 West 18th Street, between 9th and 10th Ave., New York, NY 10011 For more information: 212 645 2244 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus featured in Sideshow Encyclopedia Marc Hartzman's American Sideshow: An Encyclopedia of History's Most Wondrous and Curiously Strange Performers (published by Tarcher/Penguin) will be available in stores on Thursday, November 18. www.americansideshow.com Join Marc Hartzman at two New York book premiere celebrations * Friday November 18th. Borders at Kip?s Bay (550 Second Ave.) at 7pm. Featuring Eak the Geek from Coney Island, * Sunday November 20th join Marc Hartzman for an illustrated talk at Snug Harbor in Staten Island at the Newhouse Center for Contemporary Art (1000 Richmond Terrace). 2 pm. This is in support of Marie Roberts? exhibition of sideshow banner paintings. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus featured in Vaudeville History Trav S.D., Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Advisory Board Member, has just released a hysterical and histrionic history of Vaudeville, No Applause, Just Throw Money: The Book That Made Vaudeville Famous. Join Trav S.D. in celebrating. The Events to date are: * Monday, Nov. 21, 6pm: Book-signing/ launch event at the Drama Bookshop * Wednesday, Dec. 14, 5:30-7:30, Benefit book-signing and lecture at the Palace Theater for the Theater Museum * Tuesday, January 17: Makor/92ndf Street Y: "Vaudeville Past & Present" * Saturday, March 4, 4pm: Brooklyn Public Library: "Brooklyn Vaudeville Past" featuring a performance by Bindlestiff Family Cirkus * Saturday, March 11, 4pm: Brooklyn Public Library: "Brooklyn Vaudeville Present" featuring a performance by Bindlestiff Family Cirkus * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Cirkus NYC 2006 Winter Season Bindlestiff Family Cirkus is preparing for The 2006 New York Winter Season with a month of Cirkus Variety in Brooklyn. Scheduled for March, this year's season features the Cavalcade of Youth and BFC Variety Cabaret. More details coming soon. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus is now booking 2006/07 The Bindlestiffs are now booking 2006/07. Whether you are looking for a complete stage show, walk around entertainment, amazing acts, outdoor festival productions, or daredevil spectacles, Bindlestiff offers all your entertainment needs. We also expect to do a bit of touring in 2006, so venues wanting to host a night/weekend of Cirkus should contact us. For more details email stephanie(a)bindlestiff.org or cirkus(a)bindlestiff.org * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Keep the Variety Arts Alive Every donation is greatly appreciated, whether it is five dollars or five thousand dollars. With your help, Circus, Sideshow, Vaudeville and Burlesque continue to thrive despite the rising costs of insurance, gas, props, publicity, legal fees, moving costs, storage, venue rentals... Donations can be give on-line at http://www.bindlestiff.org or by sending a check or money order to Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, Inc., PO Box 1917, New York, NY 10009 Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization devoted to the preservation and evolution of the variety arts. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus PO Box 1917 New York, NY 10009 1-877-BINDLES http://www.bindlestiff.org

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September Update
by bindlestiffs＠mailman.xmission.com 27 Sep '05

27 Sep '05

Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Update, September 27, 2005 * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Coming to Philadelphia, PA October 1 * Keith and Stephanie Bindlestiff join Midnight Circus in Chicago for October * Keith and Stephanie Bindlestiff crusing the high seas in November & December * Bindlestiff Seeks a Venue for 2006 Winter NYC Season * Cirkus now booking 2006 * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus headquarters faces eviction * Support the Variety Arts * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus is coming to Philadelphia! Two Shows Only! Saturday, October 1st Buckaroo Bindlestiff Wild West Show – for Kids Location: Inn Yard Park (Ridge Ave. @ Stanton Street), Philadelphia, PA Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus gallops into East Falls for a Yee-Haw Cirkus Hoe-Down! Join Miss Philomena, Mr. Pennygaff, and Piano Pete for an action-packed peek at the Old West. You'll see fancy Lasso Twirling, fast-draw Six-Gun Spinning, comedy juggling and high stepping! You'll hear the melodic music of Piano Pete and jump to the crackity-cracking of Miss Philly's precision target bullwhips! After the show, you can learn to spin a rope just like a real Cowpoke! All ages are welcome to this free, family fun event. ALSO Saturday, Oct. 1st Bindlestiff Family Cirkus presents: "From the Gutter to the Glitter: A Night Out with the Bindlestiffs" Location: Germantown Cricket Club, 411 W Manheim St., Philadelphia Time: 8:00 pm Tickets: $20 includes admission and dessert An evening of sophisticated Cabaret comedy presented by the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus- see for yourself why New York City's most acclaimed neo-Vaudevillians have gotten the whole country talking! Bindlestiff infuses the traditions of circus, vaudeville and sideshow with a quirky contemporary style making for a fascinating evening of entertainment. You'll breathlessly witness sword swallowing and gleeful broken glass dancing! You'll squirm in your seats as Philomena chooses a lucky audience member to hold targets for her precision bullwhip cracking act! Goggle at Mr Pennygaff's innovative use of latex balloons to catch himself a gal. Tap your toes to the bouncy rhythms of Peter Bufano's masterful keyboard manipulations, and enjoy a most unusual comedic juggling number... It's smart, sexy and funny. Suitable for ages 18 and up. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus comes to Chicago Bindlestiff Family Cirkus members join Midnight Circus at Daley Plaza for Halloween 2005!!! See a Frightful Family Reunion! The Windy City's favorite Halloween tradition returns for the 8th year in a row. Amazing Acrobatics & Sensational Storytelling come together in the very heart of Chicago. Daley Plaza is transformed into Pumpkin Plaza and the international cast of characters takes to the skies, defying gravity and tickling the funny bone in the unique style of Chicago's one and only Midnight Circus, and members of New York City's Bindlestiff Family Cirkus. Featured Bindlestiffs include Keith Nelson, Stephanie Monseu, and Adam Kuchler. October 14-31 Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 11:30am, 12:30pm & 2:00pm Thursday thru Sunday 11:30am, 12:30pm, 2:00pm, 5:30pm & 7:00pm Friday October 14, Opening Night 5:30pm & 7:00pm only Daley Plaza Chicago Frighteningly Fun & Fantastically FREE!!! * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Keith and Stephanie Bindlestiff performing on the High Seas November 18 through December 18, Keith and Stephanie Bindlestiff will be clowning, juggling, and generally entertaining on a cruise ship in the Caribbean. If you are looking to cruise with the comical duo, send us an email, and we can give you more details. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Cirkus Seeks Venue for 2006 Winter Season BFC seeks a venue to host and co-produce our 2006 Winter NYC season. This ten year tradition is looking for a 99 to 200 seat theater that can accommodate the needs of a variety arts show. The 2006 season will feature the Cavalcade of Youth and BFC Variety Cabaret. If you have any notions of a venue, please let us know. Venues interested in hosting just the Cavalcade of Youth or the Cabaret will be considered. If you have notions or questions contact keith(a)bindlestiff.org * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus is now booking 2006 The Bindlestiffs are now booking 2006. Whether you are looking for a complete stage show, walk around entertainment, amazing acts, outdoor festival productions, or daredevil spectacles, Bindlestiff offers all your entertainment needs. We also expect to do a bit of touring in 2006, so venues wanting to host a night/weekend of Cirkus should contact us. For more details email stephanie(a)bindlestiff.org or cirkus(a)bindlestiff.org * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * BFC Headquarters faces eviction. It looks like the battle to stay in Williamsburgh, Brooklyn, NY may not continue for much longer. After over a decade, gentrification has taken its toll. Our office, rehearsal space and home as we know is to soon change. This will leave two circuses, Autonomedia, and a number of artists without a home base. Stay tuned for updates. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Keep the Variety Arts Alive Every donation is greatly appreciated, whether it is five dollars or five thousand dollars. With your help, Circus, Sideshow, Vaudeville and Burlesque continue to thrive despite the rising costs of insurance, gas, props, publicity, legal fees, moving costs, storage, venue rentals... Donations can be give on-line at http://www.bindlestiff.org or by sending a check or money order to Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, Inc., PO Box 1917, New York, NY 10009 Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization devoted to the preservation and evolution of the variety arts. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus PO Box 1917 New York, NY 10009 1-877-BINDLES http://www.bindlestiff.org

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It's September! Time for a Bindlestiff Family Cirkus!
by bindlestiffs＠mailman.xmission.com 09 Sep '05

09 Sep '05

Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Update * BFC presents a Wild West Jamboree in NYC Parks in September. * Cirkus at West Side County Fair, Riverside Park, NYC * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Coming to Philadelphia, PA * Keith and Stephanie Bindlestiff join Midnight Circus in Chicago, IL for October * Bindlestiff Seeks a Venue for 2006 Winter NYC Season * Volunteer opportunity * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus headquarters faces eviction * Support the Variety Arts * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * September—All month Buckaroo Bindlestiff's Wild West Jamboree tours NYC public parks. Free!!!! The Bindlestiff Famly Cirkus, in association with the Shakespeare Project's Play Outside! Festival of Free Out door Theater, presents all new Buckaroo Bindlestiff Wild West spectacle. This show is for the entire family and is coming to a neighborhood near you. We've got hair-raising rope spinning and whip cracking tricks, unbelievable feats of juggling, live music, and a man who swallows an 1860 Cavalry Bayonet! While being amazed at the skills of our Buckaroos, kids of all ages will learn a living history lesson about life West of Mississippi, during the19th century. They will even take a new skill home as we teach some fancy lasso spinning after the show! Buckaroo Bindlestiff dates: 9/9/2005 - Manhattan, Marcus Garvey Park. 6:00:00 PM 9/10/2005 - Manhattan, Fort Tryon Park. 2:00:00 PM 9/10/2005 - Manhattan, Fort Tryon Park. 5:00:00 PM 9/11/2005 - Bronx, Van Cortlandt Park. 2:00:00 PM 9/11/2005 - Bronx, Van Cortlandt Park, 5:00:00 PM 9/22/2005 - Manhattan, La Plaza Cultural Garden. 6:00:00 PM 9/23/2005 - Manhattan, Sakura Park. 6:00:00 PM 9/24/2005 - Brooklyn, Fort Greene Park. 2:00:00 PM 9/24/2005 - Brooklyn, Fort Greene Park. 5:00:00 PM For more details visit http://www.playoutside.org * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Keith and Stephanie Bindlestiff perform at the Summer on the Hudson @ Riverside Park South 3rd Annual West Side County Fair Sunday, September 18, 2005 2:00 - 6:00pm (Raindate: Sunday 9/25) Riverside Park South is located on the Hudson River from 65th to 72nd Street. Admission: FREE! Carnival Rides, Games, Music, Square Dancing, Sideshow Entertainment, Strolling Performers, Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Greenmarket and More! All Events Are Weather Permitting For more information please call 212-408-0219 Or visit www.nyc.gov/parks <http://www.nyc.gov/parks> or www.riversideparkfund.org <http://www.riversideparkfund.org> * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus is coming to Philadelphia September 30 and October 1. More details coming soon. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus comes to Chicago Bindlestiff Family Cirkus members join Midnight Circus at Daley Plaza in Chicago for Halloween 2005!!! A Frightful Family Reunion- The Windy City's favorite Halloween tradition returns for the 8th year in a row. Amazing Acrobatics & Sensational Storytelling come together in the very heart of Chicago. Daley Plaza is transformed into Pumpkin Plaza and the international cast of characters takes to the skies, defying gravity and tickling the funny bone in the unique style of Chicago's one and only Midnight Circus, and members of New York City's Bindlestiff Family Cirkus. Featured Bindlestiffs include Keith Nelson, Stephanie Monseu, and Adam Kuchler. October 14-31 Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 11:30am, 12:30pm & 2:00pm Thursday thru Sunday 11:30am, 12:30pm, 2:00pm, 5:30pm & 7:00pm Friday October 14, Opening Night 5:30pm & 7:00pm only Daley Plaza Chicago Frighteningly Fun & Fantastically FREE!!! * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Cirkus Seeks Venue for 2006 Winter Season BFC seeks a venue to host and co-produce our 2006 Winter NYC season. This ten year tradition is looking for a 99 to 200 seat theater that can accommodate the needs of a variety arts show. The 2006 season will feature the Cavalcade of Youth, BFC Variety Cabaret, and the continued development of From the Gutter to the Glitter. If you have any notions of a venue, please let us know. Venues interested in hosting just the Cavalcade of Youth or the Cabaret will be considered. If you have notions or questions contact keith(a)bindlestiff.org * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Volunteer with the Cirkus Bindlestiff is seeking volunteers to be a part of the Buckaroo Bindlestiff Wild West Jamboree shows in September. We are looking for folks to help set up, pass out programs, and generally be a part of this rootin' and tootin' good time. Interested folks can email ellia(a)bindlestiff.org for more details. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * BFC Headquarters faces eviction. It looks like the battle to stay in Williamsburgh, Brooklyn, NY may not continue for much longer. After over a decade, gentrification has taken its toll. Our office, rehearsal space and home as we know is to soon change. This will leave two circuses, Autonomedia, and a number of artists without a home base. Stay tuned for updates. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Keep the Variety Arts Alive Every donation is greatly appreciated, whether it is five dollars or five thousand dollars. With your help, Circus, Sideshow, Vaudeville and Burlesque continue to thrive despite the rising costs of insurance, gas, props, publicity, legal fees, moving costs, storage, venue rentals... Donations can be give on-line at http://www.bindlestiff.org or by sending a check or money order to: Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, Inc., PO Box 1917 New York, NY 10009 Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization devoted to the preservation and evolution of the variety arts. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus PO Box 1917 New York, NY 10009 1-877-BINDLES http://www.bindlestiff.org

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BFC Summer Update
by bindlestiffs＠mailman.xmission.com 29 Jul '05

29 Jul '05

Bindlestiff Family Cirkus SummerUpdate * Philomena Bindlestiff performs in Una Mimnagh's Circus By the Sea Motorcycle Thrill Show in Atlantic City * SEE KINKO THIS WEEKEND!!! Catskill Festival of New Theater July 29 & 30, 2005 * See a Wild West Jamboree in NYC Parks in September * Performing at the annual Sideshow Gathering in Wilkes-Barre, PA * Look Out Windy City! BFC is coming to Chicago! * BFC Seeks a Venue for 2006 Winter NYC Season * WWW.BINDLESTIFF.ORG <http://WWW.BINDLESTIFF.ORG> has a new look * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus headquarters Eviction Update * Support the Variety Arts ********************************************************************************************************************* Daredevils in Atlantic City Steel Pier, Atlantic City Through August 10th Look Up! Up in the Sky! It's the Newest Star over the Jersey Shore! See the Longest and Highest Motorcycle Highwire Thrill Show in the USA!! Miss Una's Circus by the Sea Motorcycle Thrill Show in Atlantic City this July features Philomena Bindlestiff as the pilot of a trusty Steed of Steel. This death-defying display features the Fabulous Miss Una 's trapeze artistry- suspended from a motorcycle perched on a steel high wire swooping eighty feet from the top of the Taj Mahal Casino. So come on down to the Historic Steel Pier in Atlantic City. Free, multiple shows Thursday thru Tuesday. www.circusuna.com <http://www.circusuna.com> www.steelpier.com <http://www.steelpier.com> ****************************************************************************************************************** Friday and Saturday, July 29 and 30 Catskill Festival of New Theater NaCL, Highland Lake, NY Circus performers and physical comedians from across the country present an evening of vaudeville, clown high jinks, and madcap humor. Featuring Kinko the Clown from the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus, Jeff Glassman and Lisa Fay, Grand Falloons Family Theatre, and veterans of the Big Apple Circus Clown Care Unit-- Hilary Chaplain, Deborah Kaufman, and Vince Tortorici. All ages. www.nacl.org <http://www.nacl.org> **************************************************************************************************************** YEEEHAAA!! It's Buckaroo Bindlestiff's Wild West Jamboree in NYC public parks for FREE!. The Bindlestiff Famly Cirkus, in association with the Shakespeare Project's Play Outside! Festival of Free Out door Theater, presents all new Buckaroo Bindlestiff Wild West spectacle. This show is for the entire family and is coming to a neighborhood near you. We've got hair-raising rope spinning and whip cracking tricks, unbelievable feats of juggling, live music, and a man who swallows an 1860 Cavalry Bayonet! While being amazed at the skills of our Buckaroos, kids of all ages will learn a living history lesson about life West of Mississippi, during the19th century. They will even take a new skill home as we teach some fancy lasso spinning after the show! SEE BUCKAROO BINDLESTIFF ON THESE DATES: 9/1/2005 - Brooklyn, Sunset Park. 6:00:00 PM 9/2/2005 - Manhattan, BMCC, 6:00:00 PM 9/8/2005 - Manhattan, Union Square Park. 6:00:00 PM 9/9/2005 - Manhattan, Marcus Garvey Park. 6:00:00 PM 9/10/2005 - Manhattan, Fort Tryon Park. 2:00:00 PM 9/10/2005 - Manhattan, Fort Tryon Park. 5:00:00 PM 9/11/2005 - Bronx, Van Cortlandt Park. 2:00:00 PM 9/11/2005 - Bronx, Van Cortlandt Park, 5:00:00 PM 9/22/2005 - Manhattan, La Plaza Cultural Garden. 6:00:00 PM 9/23/2005 - Manhattan, Sakura Park. 6:00:00 PM 9/24/2005 - Brooklyn, Fort Greene Park. 2:00:00 PM 9/24/2005 - Brooklyn, Fort Greene Park. 5:00:00 PM *********************************************************************************************************** Bindlestiff Family Cirkus performs at Sideshow Gathering The 4th annual SideShow Gathering happens Sept. 1st thru 4th at the Ramada Plaza Hotel, downtown Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Witness the stars of todays Sideshow Entertainment. Also in attendance are many of the legends, so come to Wilkes-Barre and be Shocked and Amazed. For more info: www.knddesign.com/tsg/home2.html<http://www.knddesign.com/tsg/home2.html> ********************************************************************************************************* Bindlestiff Family Cirkus is coming to Philadelphia September 30 and October 1. More details coming soon. ******************************************************************************************************* Bindlestiff Family Cirkus comes to The Windy City Chicago During the month of October, BFC will be performing numerous times in Chicago. Details coming soon. ****************************************************************************************************** Cirkus Seeks Venue for 2006 Winter Season BFC seeks a venue to host and co-produce our 2006 Winter NYC season. This ten year tradition is looking for a 99 to 200 seat theater that can accommodate the needs of a variety arts show. The 2006 season will feature the Cavalcade of Youth, BFC Variety Cabaret, and the continued development of From the Gutter to the Glitter. If you have any notions of a venue, please let us know. ****************************************************************************************************** WWW.BINDLESTIFF.ORG <http://WWW.BINDLESTIFF.ORG> has a New Look! If you have not visited the Bindlestiff web site in recent times, stop by. It is still a bit under construction, but getting better every day. http://www.bindlestiff.org ***************************************************************************************************** BFC Headquarters faces eviction. It looks like the battle to stay in Williamsburgh, Brooklyn, NY may not continue for much longer. After over a decade, gentrification has taken its toll. Our office, rehearsal space and home as we know is to soon change. This will leave two circuses, Autonomedia, and a number of artists without a home base. Stay tuned for updates. ***************************************************************************************************** Keep the Variety Arts Alive Every donation is greatly appreciated, whether it is five dollars or five thousand dollars. With your help, Circus, Sideshow, Vaudeville and Burlesque continue to thrive despite the rising costs of insurance, gas, props, publicity, legal fees, moving costs, storage, venue rentals... Donations can be give on-line at http://www.bindlestiff.org or by sending a check or money order to Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, Inc., PO Box 1917, New York, NY 10009 Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization devoted to the preservation and evolution of the variety arts. ************************************************************************************************** Bindlestiff Family Cirkus PO Box 1917 New York, NY 10009 1-877-BINDLES www.bindlestiff.org <http://www.bindlestiff.org>

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Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Update
by bindlestiffs＠mailman.xmission.com 03 Jun '05

03 Jun '05

> > *Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Update<http://www.bindlestiff.org/schedule.html> > * * This Saturday! Bindlestiffs in Monmouth, Maine * Bindlestiffs at Tattoo Extravaganza in Atlantic City, June 10-11 * Bindlestiffs host Burlesque at the Beach, Coney Island, NY, June 17 ** Special One-Time Contest Announcement! ** * Stephanie Monseu performs in Circus By the Sea Motorcycle Thrill Show in Atlantic City during July * Kinko the Clown performs at Catskill Festival of New Theater July 29 & 30 * WWW.BINDLESTIFF.ORG <http://WWW.BINDLESTIFF.ORG> has a new look * New Bindlestiff Family Cirkus CD available * Support the Variety Arts ************************************************************************************************* *Bindlestiff's "Gutter to Glitter" comes to Maine!* From the Gutter to the Glitter: A Night Out with the Bindlestiffs is a playful trip down the timeline of American popular entertainment history. Starting with the medicine show era of the mid 1800's, we peep at the various traditions which enrich our contemporary pop vernacular: sideshow, circus, vaudeville, silent film, radio, burlesque and even Ed Sullivan-era TV. Acts are presented in a non-linear melange, with the twisty spin that only the Bindlestiffs can provide- making these classics fresh, new and vital. Live original music by composer Peter Bufano drives the show, with the addition of historic tunes that will have the audience tapping its' feet and singing along. Directed by Michael Preston and Barbara Karger. Where: *Theatre at Monmouth, Cumston Hall* When: *June 4th, at 7:30 PM* Admission: *Adults $24, Seniors $22, Students $20* Web: *www.theateratmonmouth.org* <http://www.theateratmonmouth.org> ************************************************************************************************ *Cirkus, Tattoos and Gambling in Atlantic City* Rev. Frankie Love's Traveling Tattoo Sideshow presents Sideshow Wonders Mr. Pennygaff and Philomena of the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus. The Bindlestiffs offer up a theatrical spin on sideshow classics. Witness the human blockhead, walking on broken glass, sword swallowing, fire eating, the bed of nails. The Bindlestiffs will perform at 8 pm on Friday and 3 pm on Saturday. Where: *Drawin' The Wildcard Tattoo Extravaganza, Atlantic City Convention Center* When: *June 10th, 11th & 12th* Admission: *Visit web site for details **www.drawinthewildcard.com*<http://www.drawinthewildcard.com> *********************************************************************************************** *Burlesque at the Beach* The Bindlestiffs host Coney Islands's weekly Burlesque on the Beach: a revival of the most glorious and notorious of the "girlie revues" in Coney Island history. The sumptuous decor, fabulous bubble machine and swell girls make burlesque one of Coney's hottest attractions! A blend of old style burlesque, sideshow freaks, strange women, new vaudeville and toe tappin' music... its fireworks after the fireworks!! Starring Philomena, Mr. Pennygaff, Scotty the Blue Bunny, Amy G of the Daredevil Opera Company and the World Famous BoB! *Seeking Secret Burlesque Stars for June 17th Debut!* Do you secretly dream of being a burlesque star? Do you practice striptease moves in the mirror? Do you like to imagine yourself peeling it all off before an audience of enamored fans? Burgeoning burlesque sensations, this is your chance to shine! You can live your fantasy on June 17 with the legendary Bindlestiff Family Cirkus, at Coney Island's Burlesque at the Beach! Located at the historic Coney Island Sideshows by the Seashore, Surf Avenue and West 12th St. Showtime 10pm This show will include a very special event: a contest to crown the newest Baron or Baroness of Burlesque. The lucky first prize winner, chosen by the audience, will have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make his or her debut that very night in the fabled finale of the Burlesque at the Beach series: The Wine Bath! The contest will be in the style of the Miss America pageant. You will have just 60 seconds to wow the crowd with a talent, a tawdry display of your best physical assets, or a philosophical discourse on why YOU should be the winner. Make it count! To prepare, choose one or two songs, no longer than 7 minutes TOTAL, for the Wine Bath finale. Don't forget to bring a towel and a change of clothes. The Wine Bath, by tradition, involves a striptease, a gallon jug of cheap red wine (which may stain clothing), and a bathtub. You may add props, assistants, or special effects as you see fit. Amateurs only! To Register, click here <http://www.bindlestiff.org/contest.html>. Where: *Coney Island Sideshow, Coney Island, New York* When: *June 17th at 10:00 PM* Admission: *See website for details **www.coneyislandusa.com*<http://www.coneyislandusa.com> **************************************************************************************************** *Look Up! Up in the Sky! It's the Newest Star on the Jersey Shore! It's Daredevils in Atlantic City!!* Miss Una's Circus by the Sea Motorcycle Thrill Show in Atlantic City this July features Philomena Bindlestiff as the pilot of a trusty Steed of Steel. This death-defying display features the Fabulous Miss Una's trapeze artistry- suspended from a motorcycle perched on a steel high wire swooping eighty feet from the top of the Taj Mahal Casino. This is the longest, highest Motorcycle Highwire Thrill Show in the USA! So come on by the Historic Steel Pier in Atlantic City. Where:* The Steel Pier, Atlantic City, New Jersey* When: *Thursdays thru Tuesdays, During July* Admission: *FREE* Details: www.circusuna.com <http://www.circusuna.com>, www.steelpier.com<http://www.steelpier.com> **************************************************************************************************** *Catskill Festival of New Theater features Kinko the Clown * Circus performers and physical comedians from across the country present an evening of vaudeville, clown high jinks, and madcap humor. Featuring Kinko the Clown from the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus, Jeff Glassman and Lisa Fay, Grand Falloons Family Theatre, and veterans of the Big Apple Circus Clown Care Unit-- Hilary Chaplain, Deborah Kaufman, and Vince Tortorici. All ages welcome. Where: *Catskill Festival of New Theater* When: *July 29th & 30th* Admission: *Details at **www.nacl.org* <http://www.nacl.org> *************************************************************************************************** *WWW.BINDLESTIFF.ORG* <http://www.BINDLESTIFF.ORG>* has a New Look!* If you have not visited the Bindlestiff web site in recent times, stop by. It is still a bit under construction, but getting better every day. ************************************************************************************************** *Visit the new On-Line Concession Stand!* The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus' From the Gutter to the Glitter CD<http://www.bindlestiff.org/merch_media.html>is now available. Featuring music from the new production including Half and Half and Half. You can order on the website or send a check or money order for $17, $15 for CD plus $2 for shipping and handling to: Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, Inc. PO Box 1917 New York, NY 10009 Get it online: www.bindlestiff.org/merch_media.html<http://www.bindlestiff.org/merch_media.html> ************************************************************************************************* *Keep the Variety Arts Alive* ** Every donation is greatly appreciated, whether it is five dollars or five thousand dollars. With your help, Circus, Sideshow, Vaudeville and Burlesque continue to thrive despite the rising costs of insurance, gas, props, publicity, legal fees, venue rentals... Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization devoted to the preservation and evolution of the variety arts. Bindlestiff Family Cirkus PO Box 1917 New York, NY 10009 1-877-BINDLES www.bindlestiff.org <http://www.bindlestiff.org>

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BINDLESTIFFS UPDATE: WE'RE COMING TO MAINE!
by bindlestiffs＠mailman.xmission.com 17 May '05

17 May '05

Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Update * Bindlestiffs in Monmouth, Maine June 4 * Bindlestiffs at Tattoo Extravaganza, Atlantic City, June 10-11 * Bindlestiffs host Burlesque at the Beach, Coney Island, June 17 * Stephanie Monseu performs in Circus By the Sea Motorcycle Thrill Show, Atlantic City, July * New Bindlestiff Family Cirkus CD available * Notes on the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus 10th annual season in New York City * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus seeks Cirkus friendly spaces * How You Can Support the Variety Arts ******************************************************************************************** Bindlestiff's Gutter to Glitter comes to Maine! June 4, 2005 Theater at Monmouth, Cumston Hall. Main Street, Monmouth, ME Showtime: 7:30 pm Admission: $24 adults / $22 seniors / $20 students www.theateratmonmouth.org <http://www.theateratmonmouth.org> >From the Gutter to the Glitter: A Night Out with the Bindlestiffs is coming to Maine for one night only. Featuring such audience favorites as Mr. Pennygaff's sword swallowing exposition, Philomena's precision target bull whip act, and their signature balloon act. You will also witness many new surprises including a sousaphone, a juggling menage a trois, and a dozen roses. This production features BFC co-founders, Keith Nelson and Stephanie Monseu, along with the live piano accompaniment of Peter Bufano. This show takes the audience on an intimate tour of American popular entertainment. ******************************************************************************************* Cirkus, Tattoos and Gambling in Atlantic City June 10, 11 & 12th 2005 Drawin' The Wildcard Tattoo Extravaganza at the Atlantic City Convention Center, Atlantic City Sideshow Marvels Mr. Pennygaff and Philomena give a unique twist to sideshow classics. Witness the human blockhead, walking on broken glass, sword swallowing, fire eating, the bed of nails... More details coming soon. ********************************************************************************************* Burlesque at the Beach June 17, 2005 at 10 pm at Coney Island Sideshow, Coney Island The Bindlestiffs host Coney Islands's weekly Burlesque on the Beach: arevival of the most glorious and notorious of the "girlie revues" in Coney Island history. The sumptuous decor, fabulous bubble machine and swell girls make burlesque one of Coney's hottest attractions! A blend of old style burlesque, sideshow freaks, strange women, new vaudeville and toe tappin' music... its fireworks after the fireworks!! ******************************************************************************************** Daredevils in Atlantic City July 2005 Steel Pier, Atlantic City Stephanie Monseu, aka Philomena, drives the motorcyle for Miss Una's Circus by the Sea Motorcycle Thrill Show in Atlantic City this July. This death-defying display features the trapeze artistry of Una Mimnagh suspended from a motorcycle driven by Stephanie Monseu. The motorcyle sits on a steel high wire suspended eighty feet from the ground. So come on by the Steel Pier in Atlantic City. Multiple shows daily. *********************************************************************************************** CD Now Available Bindlestiff Family Cirkus' From the Gutter to the Glitter CD is now available. Featuring music from the new production including Half and Half and Half. You can order online at http://www.bindlestiff.org or send a check or money order for $17, $15 for CD plus $2 for shipping and handling to: Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, Inc. PO Box 1917 New York, NY 10009 ********************************************************************************************** Notes on the 2005 NYC Season The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus thanks everyone who witnessed and participated in our tenth annual New York City season at Theater for the New City. It was a smashing success with the NYC debut of From the Gutter to the Glitter: A Night Out with the Bindlestiffs, the continued growth of our Cavalcade of Youth, and another celbratory year of BFC Cabarets. From the Gutter to the Glitter: A Night Out with the Bindlestiffs will be touring in the late 2005 and 2006. The Cavalcade of Youth continues to grow with over thirty youths now involved in the production. The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Cabaret presented over twenty different variety acts and celebrated our musical history by featuring six of our past musical line-ups including Baby Dee, Albert Garzon, Corn Mo, Sxip, Peter Bufano with Kaethe Hosttetter, and Raja Azar with Tim Hoey. *********************************************************************************************** Space Needed! Cirkus seeks Circus Friendly Home Bindlestiff is currently looking for spaces for short range to long term needs. Below are just a few examples. * A NYC theater to produce the 2006 BFC season * A NYC theater for a semi annual or quarterly Cavalcade of Youth program * Land and facilities in upstate New York to allow for expansion, living, and rehearsal * A permanent home for the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus' Palace of Variety If you have any notions, let us know. *********************************************************************************************** Keep the Variety Arts Alive Every donation is greatly appreciated, whether it is five dollars or five thousand dollars. With your help, Circus, Sideshow, Vaudeville and Burlesque continue to thrive despite the rising costs of insurance, gas, props, publicity, legal fees, venue rentals... Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization devoted to the preservation and evolution of the variety arts. Bindlestiff Family Cirkus PO Box 1917 New York, NY 10009 1-877-BINDLES http://www.bindlestiff.org

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BFC Update
by bindlestiffs＠mailman.xmission.com 04 May '05

04 May '05

Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Update * Bindlestiffs Coming to Amsterdam, May 14-16, 2005 * Bindlestiffs at Tattoo Extravaganza in Atlantic City, June 10-11, 2005 * Bindlestiffs host Burlesque at the Beach, Coney Island, NY, June 17, 2005 * Stephanie Monseu performs in Circus By the Sea Motorcycle Thrill Show in Atlantic City, July 2005 * New Bindlestiff Family Cirkus CD available * Notes on the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus 10th annual season in New York City * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus seeks Cirkus friendly spaces * Support the Variety Arts * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** * * * * Bindlestiffs Coming to Amsterdam May 14, 15 and 16 at the Fiery Tongue Festival Ruigoord, outskirts of Amsterdam, the Netherlands Bindlestiff Family Cirkus co-founders, Philomena and Mr. Pennygaff are featured performers at the Fiery Tongue Festival at Ruigoord in the Netherlands. Providing an amazing array of sword swallowing, whip cracking and orificular love poetry, Philomena and Mr. Pennygaff join an international line-up of artists including Alex Ward, Jacob Doran, Rosalin, David Piromancer, Vasiliki, MC Cato, John Clarke, Ira Cohen, Roger Cliffe-Thompson, Daisuke, Barry Fitton, Sibyl Madrigal, Lennie St.Luce, Roberto Valenza, Yuyutsu Sharma, Jordan Zinovich, Richard Olafson, Nina Zivancevic, Carla Bogaards, Pieter Boskma, Sven Arians, Frank Diamand, Grazyna Przybyl, and many more. For more information and directions go to http://www.ruigoord.nl/ * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Cirkus, Tattoos and Gambling in Atlantic City June 10, 11 & 12th 2005 Drawin' The Wildcard Tattoo Extravaganza at the Atlantic City Convention Center, Atlantic City, NJ. Sideshow Marvels Mr. Pennygaff and Philomena give a unique twist to sideshow classics. Witness the human blockhead, walking on broken glass, sword swallowing, fire eating, the bed of nails... More details coming soon. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** * * * * * * * * Burlesque at the Beach June 17, 2005 at 10 pm at Coney Island Sidehshow, Coney Island, NY The Bindlestiffs host Coney Islands's weekly Burlesque on the Beach: a revival of the most glorious and notorious of the "girlie revues" in Coney Island history. The sumptuous decor, fabulous bubble machine and swell girls make burlesque one of Coney's hottest attractions! A blend of old style burlesque, sideshow freaks, strange women, new vaudeville and toe tappin' music... its fireworks after the fireworks!! * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Daredevils in Atlantic City July 2005 Steel Pier, Atlantic City, NJ Stephanie Monseu, aka Philomena, drives the motorcyle for Miss Una's Circus by the Sea Motorcycle Thrill Show in Atlantic City this July. This death-defying display features the trapeze artistry of Una Mimnagh suspended from a motorcycle driven by Stephanie Monseu. The motorcyle sits on a steel high wire suspended eighty feet from the ground. So come on by the Steel Pier in Atlantic City. Multiple shows daily. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * CD Now Available Bindlestiff Family Cirkus' From the Gutter to the Glitter CD is now available. Featuring music from the new production including Half and Half and Half. You can order online at http://www.bindlestiff.org or send a check or money order for $17, $15 for CD plus $2 for shipping and handling to: Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, Inc. PO Box 1917 New York, NY 10009 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Notes on the 2005 NYC Season The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus thanks everyone who witnessed and participated in our tenth annual New York City season at Theater for the New City. It was a smashing success with the NYC debut of From the Gutter to the Glitter: A Night Out with the Bindlestiffs, the continued growth of our Cavalcade of Youth, and another celbratory year of BFC Cabarets. From the Gutter to the Glitter: A Night Out with the Bindlestiffs will be touring in the late 2005 and 2006. The Cavalcade of Youth continues to grow with over thirty youths now involved in the production. The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Cabaret presented over twenty different variety acts and celebrated our musical history by featuring six of our past musical line-ups including Baby Dee, Albert Garzon, Corn Mo, Sxip, Peter Bufano with Kaethe Hosttetter, and Raja Azar with Tim Hoey. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Cirkus seeks spaces Bindlestiff is currently looking for spaces for a variety of reasons, from short range to long term needs. Below are just a few examples. * A NYC theater to produce the 2006 BFC season * A NYC theater for a semi annual or quarterly Cavalcade of Youth program * Land and facilities in upstate New York to allow for expansion, living, and rehearsal * A permanent home for the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus' Palace of Variety If you have any notions, let us know. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Keep the Variety Arts Alive Every donation is greatly appreciated, whether it is five dollars or five thousand dollars. With your help, Circus, Sideshow, Vaudeville and Burlesque continue to thrive despite the rising costs of insurance, gas, props, publicity, legal fees, venue rentals... Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization devoted to the preservation and evolution of the variety arts. Bindlestiff Family Cirkus PO Box 1917 New York, NY 10009 1-877-BINDLES http://www.bindlestiff.org

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