Commedia Volante
presents Romeo e Giullieta...True Verona Story

In William Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet”, Prince Escalus exclaims at the end; “All are Punished.” Is this true? You remember the story: Boy meets girl. Boy and girl both know that their families hate each other. They marry in secret. A couple of people get killed. Boy is banished. Girl fakes her own death. Boy, is deceived, so he poisons himself. There is much pulling of hair, weeping and gnashing of teeth. But is this the real story behind these shocking events?

Performing twice daily on the Royal Garden Stage.

Manly Men in Tights

Laughter, Steel and Sex Appeal! One of the most successful shows in Renaissance Faire History. Creator Michael Cawelti brings back this merry spectacle to the Northern California Renaissance Faire. You won’t want to miss this silly, swashbuckling, testosterone-fueled romp, where the audience gets into the act, and the laughs are non-stop!

Performing three times daily on the Royal Garden Stage.

Dirty Laundry

Wet dirty women and good clean fun is what this show is all about. These hilarious and lively wenches are here to teach the unsuspecting a thing or two about cleaning up their acts and how to dish dirt with the best of them.

Performing three times daily at the Amethyst Arbor Stage.

Suspended Reality

Presenting A Midsummer Night's Fantasy. Open your mind and enter the imagination of Shakespeare as his Faerie Queen, Titania, dances gracefully through the sky with her mischievous mate, Oberon. Utilizing hoops and ribbons this graceful demonstration of aerial ballet will amaze those who dream of flying.

Performing three times daily in the Enchanted Garden near the Amethyst Arbor Stage.

The Queen's Royal Reception

It's a special day in Willingtown known as Topsy Turvy Day when roles are reversed and the women take charge of the village! But there's a problem, the Queen is arriving and there are now two Lord Mayors to welcome her! The plot thickens as the competition to impress Her Majesty becomes a battle royale. Witness the pageantry of Queen Elizabeth’s court as they celebrate the return of Sir Francis Drake and determine the winner of this local battle of the sexes.

Performing daily at 4:00 on the Royal Garden Stage.

BrooN

With a wit drier than the Sahara, BRooN will leave you smirking and giggling throughout the day. It's been concluded for some time that BRooN doesn't eat fire to impress the crowds, he just likes the taste of the kerosene. A regular headliner on the national faire circuit, BRooN is a crowd favorite. Recommended attire: straight jackets.

Performing four times daily on the Romany Camp Stage with a final show at 5:00 on the Amethyst Arbor Stage.

The Sea Dogs

What do you do with a drunken sailor? These legendary masters of maritime music answer that age old question in song. Fill your tankard and come and sing along. Some deem them pirates and some call them sailors, we just call them fun.

Performing daily on the Coughing Sheep Tavern Stage and twice daily on the Salty Siren Stage in the Dockside Alley 21+ Area.

The Tails of the Mermaid Tavern

The wayward women of The Mermaid Tavern will lure you into temptation or just some good cheer with their naughty, bawdy songs and tales from the wrong side of life.

Performing twice daily on the Salty Siren Stage in the Dockside Alley 21+ Area.

Serenata

Experience the beautiful music and traditional dances of the exotic Serenata performed by the musical cast of Commedia Volante.

Performing daily on the Amethyst Arbor Stage.

The Magnificent Humble Boys

Presenting the world's greatest Russian circus direct from a sold out season in Siberia. Hundreds of dancing bears, monkeys, acrobatics and fire breathing otters. Well, that is, unless they don't all get past immigration. Then two performers will have to do the whole circus for you out of a trunk. The show even made Ivan the Terrible feel "not-so-bad." Kids and adults alike will revel in this farcical spectacle.

Performing twice daily on the Amethyst Arbor Stage and Uncensored on the Salty Siren Stage in the Dockside Alley 21+ Area.

The Lord Mayor's Pageant

Everybody loves a contest, but can the town of Willington survive the annual Harvest Maiden Pageant? How cutthroat will a girl get in pursuit of victory? Will this be the show that kills Shakespeare's career and sinks Sir Francis Drake? Is the Lord Sheriff really evil incarnate or is he just misunderstood? Join our luckless Lord Mayor and a bevy of tumultuous townsfolk in their comical quest to crown this year's Maiden of the Harvest.

Performing daily at 1:00 on the Royal Garden Stage.

The Naughty Minstrels

Join your favorite Poets and Minstrels: Kit Marlowe, Ben Jonson, Thomas Kyd and more as they share lyrical tales of romance, adventure and gold! These colorful poets and players present a surprised filled romp of bawdy music and wit-filled comedy that is guaranteed to have you laughing, clapping, and singing along before they reach that ultimate conclusion: a Happy Ending…

Performing twice daily on the Coughing Sheep Tavern Stage.

Pipe And Bowl Morris
and Country Dancers

Keeping alive the roots of Renaissance culture, The Pipe and Bowl Dancers take to the stage and the streets performing classic Morris Dances with bells and scarves along with traditional English country dancing as well. They are always happy to teach a dance for those that wish to learn.

Performing daily on the Centre Stage.

The Silk Road Caravan

This colorful troupe of curious wanderers bring you a precious cargo of passionate music and dance from the Exotic Eastern lands of the bold Saracen and the wild Dervish.

Come relax at Jazla's Coffee house and enjoy magical music and beautiful dancers in a relaxed atmosphere. You never know who'll drop in to perform!

Performing daily on the Romany Camp Stage.

Adventures with
Mad Jack and Kate

Storytelling from the minds of two lovable lunatics! The bumbling Mad Jack Scratchet teams up with clever Kate Frenzy to take you on a rapid ride through the realms of legend, myth, and magic. Can you vanquish villains most vile, tame testy monsters, and survive the road to a happy ending? Crafted for little revelers, but grown-ups like it too!

Great for kids! Performing three times daily on the Jack O'Tales Storybook Stage.

The Magic of Bosch, The Conjurer

Hieronimus Bosch, The Conjurer brings the world of Magic to children of every age on the Storybook Stage. From simple tricks to grand illusion, thou shalt find these moments of mystery a delight to be remembered for times to come. Bring thy camera-obscura.

Great for kids! Performing three times daily on the Jack O'Tales Storybook Stage.

Stark Ravens Historical Players
present Pomona's Tale

Portrayed in the traditional style of ancient Greek theater, this bawdy show includes lechery, lust, raw sexuality, and uproarious merriment for adults only! Will the demi-god Vertumnus achieve his goal of winning the fair, unsullied, virgin nymph Pomona? Will the sex crazed satyr chorus find satisfaction with the nubile nymphs of the woods? Leave the kids behind and come find out!

Performing three times daily September 14 thru Oct 6 on the Salty Siren Stage in the Dockside Alley 21+ Area.

Siamsa La Cheile

These lively lads and lasses will capture your hearts with their traditional Celtic dancing and music. These dances have grown in popularity in recent years and are performed in their original style and costuming. This is a a great show for the whole family.

Performing daily on the Centre Stage.

The Merry Wives of Windsor

Windsor's distinctive tight-harmony sound is surpassed only by their comic charm and lively, engaging performance style. Join these singing serving wenches of Windsor's Tavern as they sing about their favorite subjects, beer and men!

Performing three times daily on the Coughing Sheep Tavern Stage.

Teatro de España

Performing twice daily on the Coughing Sheep Tavern Stage.

El Mano Negro

Traditional Spanish music from Madrid, The New World and England. Presented by Teatro de España.

Performing daily on the Coughing Sheep Tavern Stage.

No Parchment Needed

This troupe of traveling actors have arrived all set to perform, but they have forgotten one important ingredient - their scripts! They'll come to the audience for suggestions to help drive their short form improv into hilarity. All content is based on audience suggestions, so no two shows will ever be the same!

Performing three times daily on the Coughing Sheep Tavern Stage

Belles of Bedlam

The notorious and naughty Peeling sisters are back with their bawdy songs and wicked Irish humor. They'll make a bold man blush and good man cry...for more, that is.

Performing three times daily September 21st & 22nd and October 5th & 6th on the Salty Siren Stage in the Dockside Alley 21+ Area.

Equine Show

The Royal Equine Guild proudly presents their fine collection of horses. During their daily shows they will be featuring the Gypsy Horse and the American Gypsy Horse Breed Association.

Performing twice daily at the Tournament of Horses Arena

Last Call

Come set a spell with the residents of Willingtown as they ring out the day in song. The Sea Dogs, The Naughty Minstrels and friends share laughter, ale and songs of revelry.

Performing at the Coughing Sheep Tavern Stage daily at the end of the day.