Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Updates January 2005 Includes details on the following: * About BFC's new show: "From the Gutter to the Glitter: A Night Out with the Bindlestiffs" * Catch the Bindlestiffs on Tour: January 9th thru the 23rd * BFC's Winter Cabaret at the Theater for the New City ************************************************************************************* Bindlestiff Family Cirkus presents "From the Gutter to the Glitter: A Night Out with the Bindlestiffs " The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus is bringing its newest production to town! This three-performer production features Bindlestiff Family Cirkus co-stars and founders, Keith Nelson (aka Mr. Pennygaff) and Stephanie Monseu (aka Philomena), along with the live piano accompaniment of Peter Bufano, former Ringling Brothers & Barnum and Bailey Circus clown. The show takes the audience on an intimate tour the evolution of live performance in America, from the variety stages of the 1860's to the Rat Pack-era lounges of the 1950's, to the razzle-dazzle circus spectacles of today., "From the Gutter to the Glitter: A Night Out with the Bindlestiffs" is a non-stop display of variety art. This new production features novelty songs, well choreographed routines, and a display of musical comedy celebrating its roots in "illegitimate theater"—variety houses and burlesque. You will be able to see this show live in New York from February thru April. See below for more details and ticket information. ************************************************************************************* Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Tour January 2005 We're hitting the road in January to visit some of the cites we missed in our last tour and to visit towns where the demand for workshops has been tremendous! This tour will be a great chance to see our new production before it hits New York. If you don't see your town on our list, let us know and we will contact you with information about how to bring us to your local theater. See us In: Cedar Rapids IA January 6th thru the 16th Legion Arts/CSPS 1103 Third St SE Residency will include Kid/Family show, workshops, juggling lessons, open rehearsals and the world premiere of the Bindlestiffs new production, "From the Gutter to the Glitter: A Night Out with the Bindlestiffs." Family Matinee Sunday, January 9 at 2 PM, Admission $1

From the Gutter to the Glitter World Premier Performance: Jan 13, 14 & 15th, 8 PM Admission: $12, $10 in advance or for those in costume For details call: (319) 364 1580 Online: www.legionarts.org or call

St Louis, MO January 19th, Wednesday Cummel's Cafe, 1627 Washington Ave. Showtime: 8:00 PM Tickets: $8 or $5 for students (with ID) or those in costume Info (314) 231 9627 Morgantown, WV January 21st, Friday 123 Pleasant Street, Morgantown, WV Showtime: 10 pm Tickets: $8 advance or in costume / $10 at door For details call: (304) 292 0800 Baltimore, MD January 22nd, Saturday Otto Bar, 2549 N. Howard with special guests: Trixie Little and the Evil Hate Monkey Doors at 7 pm Tickets: $10 advance or in costume, $12 day of show info: www.theottobar.com, www.missiontix.com, www.monozine.com Providence, RI January 23rd, Sunday AS 220, 115 Empire Street with Charming Hostess Doors: 8:30 Show: 10 pm Tickets $8 in costume / $10 Info: (401) 831 9327 ************************************************************************************* The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus's 2005 NYC Season Presented by: Theater for the New City February 23, 2005 through April 3, 2005 Theater for the New City 155 First Avenue (between 9th and 10th Street), NYC Admission for performances is $15. Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Cabaret Thursdays at 8 pm Feb 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 The BFC Cabaret brings together elements of circus, side-show, 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 line-up of circus feats, side-show 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."

From the Gutter to the Glitter: A Night out with the Bindlestiffs Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm and Sundays at 7 pm Additional show Monday February 28 at 8 pm

This three-performer production features Bindlestiff Family Cirkus co-stars and founders, Keith Nelson and Stephanie Monseu (Mr. Pennygaff and Ringmistress Philomena), along with the live piano accompaniment of Peter Bufano, former Ringling Bros. & Barnum and Bailey Circus clown. The show takes the audience on an intimate tour of American entertainment. Paying homage to the evolution of live performance in America, from the variety stages of the 1860s, to the Rat Pack-era lounges of the 1950s, to the razzle-dazzle circus spectacles of today, "From the Gutter to the Glitter: a night out with the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus" is a non-stop display of variety art. This new production features novelty songs, well choreographed routines, and a display of musical comedy and its roots in "illegitimate theater"—variety houses and burlesque. Cavalcade of Youth Theater for The New City Sunday March 13th & 27th, 2005, 2:00 PM The performers of tomorrow steal the stage today! With the Cavalcade of Youth, the 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. ************************************************************************************** Donations and Volunteers are Needed! We are a not for profit organization, and therefore depend on you, our generous and loyal supporters for your donations of money and time. If you would like to help us, please contact us via the phone number or by visiting our website. Tax deductible donations can be made via PayPal at: http://www.bindlestiff.org/html/donate.html Checks should be made payable to "Bindlestiffs Variety Arts, Inc. and can be sent to: Bindlestiff Family Cirkus PO Box 1917 New York, NY 10009 To Volunteer, Call: 1-877-BINDLES "May All Your Days Be Cirkus Days!"