Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Update - February 2009 *We have found a new location for the upcoming Bindlestiff Family Cirkus shows in New York. See details below.* *This update includes:* ** ** Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Cabaret at Dixon Place, NYC* ** Bindlestiff Family Cirkus comes to New Brunswick, NJ (All-ages) 2/16/09* ** Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Cavalcade of Youth, NYC - Spring date!* ** Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Cabaret comes to Hudson and Oneonta, NY* ** Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Webisodes on-line* ** Open Stage Variety Show at Galapagos, Brooklyn, NY* ** Bring the Cirkus to your town* ** Support the Variety Arts * *For the most up to date info visit http://www.bindlestiff.org or call 1-877-BINDLES* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *Bindlestiff's 14th New York Cabaret Season starts March 15* ** Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Cabaret NEW DATES! NEW LOCATION! At Dixon Place, 161 Chrystie Street, New York, NY Dates March 15, April 26, and May 17, 2009. Showtime: 8 pm Doors: 7:30 pm Admission: $20 ($5 discount for clowns in make-up) Tickets: 212-219-0736 or www.dixonplace.org [This performance is recommended for adults] The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Winter 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. March 15 Cirkus Cabaret Line-up Philomena Mr. Pennygaff Kinko the Clown Jennifer Miller Una Mimnagh Miss Saturn Paradizo Dance and musical maestro, Francisco Monroy * Substitutions and surprises may occur. Acts will be added. All line-ups are tentative until they are on stage. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *Bindlestiff Family Cirkus comes to New Brunswick, NJ* February 16, 2009, Monday Crossroads Theater Livingston Ave., New Brunswick, NJ Showtimes: 10 am and noon Admission: $5 http://www.statetheatrenj.org [All Ages] Bindlestiff Family Cirkus is coming to the Cross-Roads Theater for a full day of Circus, Theater, and Family Activity. Bindlestiff Family Cirkus will be presenting two shows at 10 am and noon. And a circus skill workshop will be offered at 2:30. Adding to the festival atmosphere is a new venue—the Hub City Big Top—set up on Livingston Avenue in front of the State Theatre. Under the Big Top families can enjoy food, FREE face painting and balloon animals, live characters from popular children's shows, and more. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** *Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Cavalcade of Youth - Spring 2009 Date!* ** April 26, 2009 Dixon Place 161 Chrystie Street, New York, NY Showtime: 2 pm Admission: Advance purchase $7 youth/$12 adults; at the door $10 youth/$15 adults Reservations/info: dixonplace.org 212-219-0736 [Fun for the whole family] 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. Entering its sixth year, Bindlestiff's Cavalcade continues to feature an amazing array of young talent. These are the future stars of Cirque du Soleil, Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus, and television. Where else can you see juvenile unicyclists, tap dancers, magicians, clowns, and contortionists sharing the stage with Broadway-bound singers and classically trained musicians? Order your tickets early, recent performances have been sold-out sensations. * * * If you are interested in performing in the Cavalcade of Youth contact viveca@playfulproductions.com. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Cabaret is coming to Upstate NY* March 28, 2009 Foothills Performing Arts Center 24 Market, Street, Oneonta, NY Showtime: 8 pm. Admission: $15 ($5 discount for clowns in make-up) Tickets: 607-431-2080 http://www.foothillspac.org [This performance is recommended for adults] March 29, 2009 Jason's Upstairs Bar 521 Warren Street, Hudson, NY Showtime: 8 pm. Admission: $15 ($5 discount for clowns in make-up) Tickets: 518-828-8787 http://www.jasonsupstairsbar.com [This performance is recommended for adults] The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Winter Cabaret is taking Vaudeville and Cabaret back to the Borscht Belt and Catskill Circuit. Jugglers, clowns, acrobats, and trapeze artists share the stage with musicians, magicians, dancers, daredevils, and more. Each month Bindlestiff aims to bring a different cast offering a unique combination of acts, but all promise a legendary lineup of circus feats, sideshow marvels, and world-class entertainers. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Webisodes On-line* We hope you are enjoying the intimate "on the road with the Bindlestiffs" experience. Look for Episode 8 this week. Episodes are available on-line: *http://www.thebindlestiffs.com*** <http://www.thebindlestiffs.com/> * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *Open Stage Variety Show at Galapagos* First Mondays Open Variety Night March 2, 2009 (and the following first Mondays of each month) At Galapgos Art Space 16 Main Street, at the corner of Water Street, Dumbo, Brooklyn, NY Showtime: 8PM Admission: $5 Details/Directions: http://www.galapagosartspace.com First Mondays of every month at Galapagos Art Space will be dedicated to New York City's variety, vaudeville, aerial, and circus artists. Celebrating works in progress, emerging artists, and professionals trying something new, this night promises many surprises. Artists are invited to perform in New York City's first certified "Green" Cultural venue. The monthly showcase is open to all variety entertainers: jugglers, hoofers, magicians, aerialists, physical comedians, opera singers, violin playing pogo stickers, steppers, acrobats... The stage is here for artists to work out material in front of a live audience. *How to get on stage:* email your name, bio, title and description of your act, and any relevant links to *Variety@galapagosartspace.com*<Variety@galapagosartspace.com>Write 'Open Variety' in the subject line! There will be one walk up slot open on the night of the show, offered on a first come first serve situation. A Galapagos Art Space and Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, Inc. partnership * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *Bring the Cirkus to Your Town!* All of the Bindlestiff programs--educational and performance--are available for booking. For more details contact booking@bindlestiff.org * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *Support the Variety Arts* Help get the variety arts to his majesty the people Tax-deductible donations can be made at http://www.bindlestiff.org/menu/donate.html 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 -- Mark Meyers London, UK AIM: meyersmrmark Mobile: 07532 146 463