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My 1st trip to Open Stage was beyond anything I could have imagined. The love and support this family of wonderful circus freaks lovingly give new meaning to talent and entertainment. Watching from my laptop in virtual youtube safety I never thought I would walk into this place and of course again I am so glad I was wrong. Thank you Circus Freaks for letting us in to your wonderful world to play just a little. Love David Todd & … Continue reading
You know your day is going to be interesting when you put on your stripey socks, colorful hair bows and clown make-up at 7 a.m. It is an interesting thought process when you are trying to combine the brightest, most noticeable colors so people can see you from a distance. The best advice I can give to anyone who wants to be a clown is, when you know that it will take you an hour to put on your clown … Continue reading
In what could arguably be called the longest gestation ever known to man, Dulcinea was conceived in the heart of a shy and depressingly sedentary girl more than fifteen years before the night she was born. Let there be no mistake: I have always loved to dance. Always. But overweight in fourth grade and morbidly obese by middle school, the idea of doing it anywhere outside the safety of my house was terrifying. I’d gone line dancing a few times … Continue reading
I can still remember my first SpinFest: April 19th of 2008. A friend had brought me there to try to show me a good time. What could be more fun than playing in a park with toys and interesting new people? We were a much smaller group back then (probably around 12 or so), but the love of play and the spirit of imparting our skill toy knowledge has always been there. I was terrified. I stood there watching … Continue reading
Open Stage, (host Russ) Sharek explains to a visitor before the show, is all about taking risks onstage, but in a supportive environment. “They’re all exploring and experimenting with their acts,” he says. “We like to keep the atmosphere positive and encouraging.” Read the full article on page 31 of the November 24th Dallas Observer, or online. UPDATE: A second review was posted in the Observer’s blog.
Wishes granted last week: A mother and daughter made beautiful music, a performer became (slightly) less terrifying in the dark, a hero’s story was steamily told, a racy lady made us all feel good, we were formally kicked out of Mexico and a girl named Brandy said “Yes!” to a boy named Cody…live on the Open Stage. Videos Photos This is only a small sampling of the amazing images captured at the Open Stage. Please see the photographer’s websites, linked … Continue reading
There are moments in life where everything changes direction. Significant things and people enter, and if you’re very lucky, there’s a bit of fanfare. More often, though, it sneaks up on you, spins everything around, and before you know it, everything has changed. Six months ago, I joined the Circus. I didn’t really know it at the time. I just met some new people who played with some shiny toys. They let me play with them and shared time with … Continue reading
photo by Matt Bradshaw “I can not tell you, there are not words to express the delight of interacting with, and watching (in awe) the Circus Freaks perform at last night’s Art and Coffee. Each one of you was engaging, each a different style of joy to speak with and behold. Russ with his youthfully charming, yet intelligent manner. Marie on her stilts, whose kindness and enthusiasm was rivaled only by her height. Monkey, who was humorous, yet a curious … Continue reading
How does a quiet and shy computer geek break out of their shell and learn to enjoy crowds or being in the spotlight? Seriously, if you know, please pass it along. I might have an idea, though. And it all starts when the circus comes to town. Recently, I was at a sci-fi convention. At this convention there was a panel on Poi spinning. It fell during a quiet hour for me, so I went. In my mind, it was … Continue reading
