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Post by Hephzibah on Jul 17, 2005 23:32:47 GMT -5
You ;Dwould have to consult with the greenhouse people but do not grapes have large leaves? And I know some of the trees in the shire do...thank haven
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Post by Lady Catharine on Jul 18, 2005 9:33:51 GMT -5
Hep, were you at the Shire this weekend? I saw your Lord on sunday,for I didst not see thou.
This was not one of the best weekends. Regardless of the rain, in the past patrons have sought shelter, usually by the 3rd weeknd things improve greatly, if this is a sign, improvements must be stepped up. If entrance prices are increased, bring in big names that will draw audiences.If not, your cost will not break even=losses.
Lets fill the empty spaces near the chessboard with vendors, more street scenes,let it not become a faded area.
I agree this cannot duplicate the MIRF,howere' let's have a miriad of selections.
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Post by penny on Jul 18, 2005 9:46:48 GMT -5
Yeah, that's probably true for many. Much of that mentality has to do with prefering unsuspecting victims Also, whever we do a stage show, we are discouraged from bringing garbed patrons on stage. The bosses don't want it to look like we have "plants" in the audience. This has been true for all the faires i've done.
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Post by Capt. Morgan on Jul 18, 2005 10:22:52 GMT -5
Yes, I talked to a few people about that, and all thought it would be a great way to keep paytrons in the shire. They would have shelter from the rain, entertainment, food and drink available. Then when the rain quit they could walk about the rest of the shire again. About the only drawback I could see would illumination. Trying to keep it bright enough to enjoy the show, while keeping the lighting looking perios would be tough one to pull off. Not really...The White Hart at MDRF manages nicely...since there are no walls, you still get light coming in from the side and yes, they do have electricity where they serve the ale, so that is always lit...I could see having "Period" electric lanterns on the side support beams (the punched tin kind)
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Post by Hephzibah on Jul 18, 2005 11:10:41 GMT -5
Hey Lady C. I was there this weekend. I was looking for you to but alas failed to see you also. We went to a few of the shows this weekend and also sitting across from Judy or over by the carousal.
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Post by Sir Trevor on Jul 18, 2005 18:38:51 GMT -5
Yeah, that's probably true for many. Much of that mentality has to do with prefering unsuspecting victims Also, whever we do a stage show, we are discouraged from bringing garbed patrons on stage. The bosses don't want it to look like we have "plants" in the audience. This has been true for all the faires i've done. I know the stage performers stay clear of garbed paytrons for the same reason. Looks fixed, plus it is more entertaining when it looks like the guy next door.
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Post by Hephzibah on Jul 18, 2005 20:22:04 GMT -5
I agree with you there Trevor. Since us in dress know a LITTLE of what it is to see a average person up on stage or being pulled into a act in the lanes is enjoyment and that is not ment to be nasty sounding although it was great to be in the act of the insurence salesman this weekend. Even tried to help him find more victims..ummm.. clients
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Post by Lizzie on Jul 19, 2005 2:12:33 GMT -5
Also, whever we do a stage show, we are discouraged from bringing garbed patrons on stage. The bosses don't want it to look like we have "plants" in the audience. This has been true for all the faires i've done. I know the stage performers stay clear of garbed paytrons for the same reason. Looks fixed, plus it is more entertaining when it looks like the guy next door. Huh?! We mess with whoever/whenever. We've never been told by anyone to stay away from people in garb. They pay the same amount at the door & expect the same interaction.
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Post by Sir Trevor on Jul 19, 2005 4:33:35 GMT -5
Well, I know you will play with anyone Lisa. What I am saying is if you go to a show like the Tortuga's or Johnny's the chances of them pulling someone from the audience to come up on stage are slim to none.
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Post by Amina on Jul 19, 2005 7:00:57 GMT -5
Actually, I dress in garb because I DON'T want to be pulled up on stage or to be "played with." It happened to me once, and I hated it. It happened to a friend of mine once and he now refuses to get too close to any of the shows for fear he'll be dragged up on stage and humiliated again (that particular performer was only there part of one year and was a mean-spirited little poop that used really nasty "humor" to poke fun at his audience - good riddance!!!) .
Not all of us are comfortable with improv interaction - I know it's fun for many, but some would rather be in the role of observer only.
How can we let you know, politely, that we really mean it when we say we want to be left alone to our own imaginations and people-watching???
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Post by Penfold on Jul 19, 2005 8:16:14 GMT -5
I usually watch for body language when I attempt interaction. At the same time, if I approach someone to pull them into something and they back up or state they do not wish to be involved, I will back off. I also try to span all ranges of interaction. Some small, some large. Some people may not like being pulled into a bit, but don't mind when I do a magic trick for them or speak to them about the storyline or Penfold's storyline for a minute and walk away. By spreading things out like that, I get to play with more people. Those that want to observe can observe away. Those that want to interact but only quietly or even one on one can have that too. Those that want something big can join in when I ask them to. I think that came out right. I'm still all agitated from a long meeting.
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Post by Lizzie on Jul 19, 2005 9:28:32 GMT -5
Never has anyone ever told a stage act how to run their shows. When on stage even Johnny Phoenix is checking out the audience from the beginning of the show. We don't look for costumes or not, we look for someone that is going to add to the show.
Well, I was told I wasn't aloud to say certain words.......
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Post by Sir Trevor on Jul 19, 2005 9:47:49 GMT -5
Never has anyone ever told a stage act how to run their shows. When on stage even Johnny Phoenix is checking out the audience from the beginning of the show. We don't look for costumes or not, we look for someone that is going to add to the show. Well, I was told I wasn't aloud to say certain words....... I never said anyone told you who to pick. Penny is part of cast. She is refering to cast stage performances. Which the ED has complete control over. I wouldn't think management would ever try to tell an independant act what to do in their show. I do know I have heard many a performer say they shy away from using anyone in garb because it looks like they are using ringers. I know what goes for one performer doesn't go for all performers. I am just repeating what I have heard from most that I have talked to, either in person, or via the internet.
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Post by CelticWench on Jul 19, 2005 10:50:57 GMT -5
I do know I have heard many a performer say they shy away from using anyone in garb because it looks like they are using ringers. I know what goes for one performer doesn't go for all performers. I am just repeating what I have heard from most that I have talked to, either in person, or via the internet. I have to agree with Trevor about the stage acts avoiding those in garb, and I can understand why. The washing well wenches picked my husband one year when we were renting garb from Griffin....I don't think they realized when he was sitting down amongst the crowd that he was, in fact, in full garb (as was I). After the show, people wanted pics of the wenches AND him and I, because they thought we were ALL part of the show. It was a little weird....not that we minded or anything..... Erin
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Post by penny on Jul 19, 2005 16:14:30 GMT -5
Oops! Yes, Trevor is right. I Didn't mean that to sound like a sweeping command from on high I have been in some cast shows (in previous years, none this year) and even assisted some independant acts and heard that admonishment alot. That's all I meant by it. Just my own experience. By the by -- the folks in the Chess match will pull just about anyone up as long as they aren't too young. So if you want to feel like part of the action and are garbed, just enlist! (On the side of the King, of course)
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