Axel the Sot	The sometimes naughty and always riotously funny Axel the Sot returns with his (in)famous songs and humor. Straight from the Poop Deck, this seafaring minstrel is definitely adult comedy NOT FOR CHILDREN. Bawdy songs, naughty jokes, and stories that make you blush. NB: Axel's show is rated PG-13+.
The Da Vinci Brothers Comedy Operas	Bob DaVinci takes his audiences on a hilarious ride as they become players in his wacky view of art, history, inventions, culture, and opera parodies. Dynamic audience participation comedies that make the audience the stars. Guests become the orchestra, the sound effects and help tell the story. NB: The Da Vinci Brothers' show is rated PG.
Empty Hats	Unplugged...but Wired. This band of talented musicians comes to our village to amaze audiences with their high energy Celtic music, both traditional and original.
Craig of Farrington	This romantic balladeer can be found wandering the lanes throughout the festival. Stop, listen, and learn to love.
Cù Dubh	The sounds of ancient thundering war drums and skirling dual bagpipe like you've never heard before. Tribal warrior music at its best, the warrior music lives on through a new generation.
Infinite Jest	Presented by the Nashville Comedy Theater. The audience supplies the title of the play, and the cast improvises a brand-new play in the style of William Shakespeare.

The Buckle & Swash Show	These two hilarious brothers spin tales of pirates, swordfighting and comedy.
Royal Improv Comedy	Performers from around the festival come together to create spontaneous comedy from the audience's suggestions.
Twelfth Night	The New Castle Players present William Shakespeare's classic comedy of mistaken identity. The twins Viola and Sebastian are separated when their ship sinks off the coast of Illyria, and Viola must disguise herself to make her way in a strange land.
Robin Hood	Join Robin Hood and Maid Marian for magical storytelling, featuring audience members in starring roles. Heroes, villains, cheering, screaming, and hilarity ensue!
Isaac Fawlkes, Magician	Watch Isaac and his sidekick Rocky astound you with feats of magic and comedy.
Celestial Circus	The Great Debate of the Astronomers. Witness for yourself the crime of Galileo, and see the stars and the heavens as the greatest minds of the Renaissance did.
Queen's Knighting Ceremony	A chance for children of all ages to meet and be knighted by Queen Elizabeth I.
Celticopia	Demetrius and Victoria of Empty Hats put their own special spin on music to put a song in your heart.
New Castle Madrigals	The voices of the villagers of Covington Glen perform songs of the renaissance.
The Roses	Master musician Michael Rosa is joined by lutist Teddy Johnson. Renaissance musicians who will raise your spirits and raise your smiles.
Lady Ettie	Do not let her looks deceive you: Lady Ettie is the unquestioned expert in Renaissance fashion and etiquette - just ask her! Her shows will enlighten and amuse any audience.

Entertainment staff:
Ryan Gigliotti entertainment@tnrenfest.com	Entertainment Director
Esther Cancasi	Cast Director
Khadie Smith	Music Director
Darlett Sowers	Costume Director
David Temple	Fight Director
Julia Wall	Cast Director

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