2018 Entertainment Schedule
Kids' Realm
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Welcome to Kids' Realm, where children rule! Kids' Realm is a great place for parents and their small children to take a break from the excitement of the festival.
Make giant bubbles with our fairy helpers, engage in themed activities, and play games. Don't miss story time as well as kid-friendly shows in our fairy ring, and keep a look out for a visit from the Duke and Duchess of Orlando! Visit our Events page to learn more about reserving event space for large and small parties! |
BATTLE CHESS
Isabella and the Unconventional King, Presented by LANCE ORlando
LANCE Orlando is back for another exciting year of battle chess at the 2018 Orlando Renaissance Festival!
Inspired by the events leading up to and beyond The Despenser War (1321- 1322), this year's show tells the story of Queen Isabella of France and her eccentric husband Edward II of England, one of the most "it's complicated" relationships in British history.
Through comedy and swordplay, LANCE Orlando weaves a tale of the strange relationship between Edward II and Piers Gaveston, the domination of the Despensers over the throne, and Isabella’s attempted reclamation of the English regency. Cheer for your side as a story of betrayal and corruption unfolds on the Chessboard Stage at 1:00pm and 4:00pm daily, and remember: All’s fair in love and war!
Inspired by the events leading up to and beyond The Despenser War (1321- 1322), this year's show tells the story of Queen Isabella of France and her eccentric husband Edward II of England, one of the most "it's complicated" relationships in British history.
Through comedy and swordplay, LANCE Orlando weaves a tale of the strange relationship between Edward II and Piers Gaveston, the domination of the Despensers over the throne, and Isabella’s attempted reclamation of the English regency. Cheer for your side as a story of betrayal and corruption unfolds on the Chessboard Stage at 1:00pm and 4:00pm daily, and remember: All’s fair in love and war!
2018 Entertainers
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Empty Hats
Empty Hats has been entertaining audiences at Renaissance Festivals and Music Festivals all over the country since 2000. This multi-talented band, with a deep Celtic influence, has five recordings:"5", "Released", "Captured", "Greatest Hats", and "The Hat Came Back". 
Jesse Linder, Bard
Jesse Linder is a singer and entertainer who specializes in the traditional music of Ireland, Scotland and England. Whether singing a shanty, a song of battle, a love song, or a traveler’s wistful song of home, Jesse is a true shantyman, leading his audience through a journey of imagination. 
WOODLynd
Woodlynd is an interactive Celtic musical experience, lead by Celtic Harpist and the Lady Victoria. Featuring the folk harp and hammered dulcimer, Woodlynd has returned for a third year to perform classical, traditional, and Celtic harp instrumentals for patrons of the festival! 
Hips of Destruction
Keeping the tradition of their teachers alive and performing authentic Romani dances, Hips of Destruction fuses modern and traditional styles with an educational flair. Hailing from South Florida, they unite amazing live music, incredible dance routines, swords, and even fire to create performance you have to see to believe. |
HOPELESS ROMANTICS
Hopeless Romantic Guido Libido tells timeless love stories the way they REALLY happened. This interactive comedy show recruits audience members to portray some of history's most tragic couples as Guido regales onlookers with the events as they truly transpired -- because love is funny! 
TRASH OR TREASURE
The Trash or Treasure show reminds its audience that the ordinary can become extraordinary with the application of a little imagination. Perfect for kids of all ages, this show features hilarious retellings of long-treasured stories and plenty of patron (That's you!) participation! 
BLACKENSHEAR THE CURIOUS
Comedy and amazing magic are what you can expect at a Blackenshear show delivered in his dry laid back style. Entertaining and engaging for audiences of all ages, this seasoned performer and consummate entertainer will win you over with his award winning comedy act! |
Mature Content
HOPELESS ROMANTICS
Hopeless Romantic Guido Libido tells timeless love stories the way they REALLY happened. This interactive comedy show recruits audience members to portray some of history's most tragic couples as Guido regales onlookers with the events as they truly transpired -- because love is funny!
All Ages
TRASH OR TREASURE
The Trash or Treasure show reminds its audience that the ordinary can become extraordinary with the application of a little imagination. Perfect for kids of all ages, this show features hilarious retellings of long-treasured stories and plenty of patron (That's you!) participation!
Music
Jesse Linder, Bard
Jesse Linder is a singer and entertainer who specializes in the traditional music of Ireland, Scotland and England. Whether singing a shanty, a song of battle, a love song, or a traveler’s wistful song of home, Jesse is a true shantyman, leading his audience through a journey of imagination.
Check back here as the festival weekend approaches for announcements about festival entertainment!