Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Update - December 2007 This update includes: * Bindlestiff's Cavalcade of Youth, NYC, January 27 and April 20, 2008 * Bindlestiffs at Staten Island Underground Festival, February 16, 2008 * Kinko the Clown at Downtown Clown Revue, NYC, February 18, 2008 * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Cabaret returns to NYC, March 2008 * Cavalcade of Youth seeks participants * Cirkus seeks acts for Cabaret season in March and Summer tour * Cirkus seeks Grant-Writer & Development Person * Support the Variety Arts * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff's Cavalcade of Youth January 27 and April 20, 2008 Zipper Factory 336 W. 37th Street, NYC 10018 Showtime: 2 pm Admission: $5 to $15 Info: 212-563-0480 http://www. <http://www.zippertheater.com/shows.html> thezipperfactory.com Back by popular demand! Following the continued success and sold-out performances, the illustrious Bindlestiff Cirkus's Cavalcade of Youth returns this January. The Zipper Factory Theater is the host to this popular showcase of young circus performers. Step right up and see NYC's next generation of circus artists juggle, flip, twirl, clown, spin, dance and much, much, more! * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus at the Staten Island Underground Festival February 16, 2008 Snug Harbor Cultural Center 1000 Richmond Terrace Staten Island, NY The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Cabaret will be a part of the Staten Island Underground Festival. Come see why we are called "the other greatest show on Earth." More details coming soon. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Kinko the Clown featured at New York Downtown Clown Revue February 18th, 2008 The KRAINE THEATER 85 EAST 4TH STREET BETWEEN 2nd & Bowery, 1st FL Showtime: 8 pm Tickets are $15, available at smarttix.com Kinko the Clown, from the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus, is the featured clown of the Downtown Cown Revue in February. Kinko promises a night of antics, pratfalls, Cirque du Soleil tributes, and trained rats. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Winter Cabaret Season returns to NYC Sundays in March, 2008 Zipper Factory 336 W. 37th Street, NYC 10018 Info: 212-563-0480 http://www. <http://www.zippertheater.com/shows.html> thezipperfactory.com Bindlestiff Family Cirkus hosts this annual show featuring world class acts, sideshow legends, daredevils, infamous clowns, and New York's finest entertainers. Each week features a new line-up. Stay tuned for details. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Seeking Youth Acts and Stage Crew for Cavalcade of Youth Bindlestiff's Cavalcade of Youth is currently seeking young performers and stage crew (must be under 21) to participate in the 2008 Cavalcade of Youth programs on January 27 and April 20. This is our six year of this fantastic variety show for and by youth—register now to participate! If you would like to be a part of the Cavalcade of Youth, contact Viveca Gardiner at viveca@playfulproductions.com. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Cirkus seeks acts for Cabaret season in March and Summer tour If you are interested in being a part of any upcoming Bindlestiff productions you can mail promotional material to BFC, PO Box 1917, New York, NY 10009. If you have any questions or would like to send material electronically, email cirkus@bindlestiff.org * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Seeking Grant-Writer & Development Person Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, Inc. seeks an individual to assist with the growth and development of the organization. We are currently seeking someone who can take part in grant writing and other development oriented projects. This will start as a short term project but could develop into a permanent position. The individual would help in writing grants, proofing grants, and researching possible sources of funding. Most of the work will be done between January and March, and much of it can be done off-site from the comfort of your own home. A development background and proven track record is required. If you are interested please send introduction letter and resume to cirkus@bindlestiff.org. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Support the Variety Arts Tax-deductible donations can be made at www.bindlestiff.org/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