PERFORMER PROFILES
2on1
(NewYork, USA)
CIRCLE ACT
The show combines the amazing bucket drumming skills of Peter Rabbit and the incredible acrobatic break-dancing of Snap Boogie (who you may recognize from the 2011 finals of “America’s Got Talent”). They bring a high energy interactive show!
After Hours Urban – A Cappella Harmony
(Toronto)
MUSIC ACT
After Hours is and always has been about the tradition of streetcorner singing. You can call it a cappella, you can call it “doowop” but it’s always been about taking the songs that they love, finding the songs’ inner harmonies and re-interpreting the music with only their voices. This a cappella harmony quartet has sung the inner-city soundtrack for Toronto for more than 15 years and they are still going strong.
ALAKAZAM – The Human Knot
(Australia)
CIRCLE ACT
Comedy contortionist and daredevil. AL presents a highenergy comedy show that will have you reeling with laughter and twisting in your seat. Audiences the world over have been left breathless by Al’s incredibly freaky body contortions, cheeky comedy and ridiculous, sky-high feats of danger. A mix of traditional vaudeville, circus sideshow and twisted comedy, THE HUMAN KNOT is a self-contained stunt-show!
CACDUS (Ernest and CBG)
(Vancouver/ Australia)
CIRCLE ACT
Two men from different mothers, different continents, heck two completely different hemispheres – both of whom share the moniker “Comic Daredevil.” Together they are the Canadian Australian Comic Daredevil United Syndicate – CACDUS. With wild stunts like Beaver Bowling, Koala Chucking and their famous UFC finale, this is a legendary show that will be talked about for generations to come!
Chicago Ultimate Tumblers
(Chicago, USA)
CIRCLE ACT
The Chicago’s Ultimate Tumblers (C.U.T.) are a non-for-profit organization that was founded in November 2008, under the vision, guidance, and leadership of Mr. Orpheus Floyd Sr. The group was developed in order to provide positive after school activities for Chicago’s poorest children, as well as give the less fortunate youth a safe haven away from crime and violence. They have performed on “America’s Got Talent” and recently, at the White House. Through it’s programs, C.U.T. empowers youth to realize that life’s circumstances do not determine one’s destiny and teaches it’s members to soar through the air… literally! See it and believe.
The Chris Capehart Magic Show
(Wilmington, USA)
CIRCLE ACT
He is a accomplished street performer who started on the streets of New York City 40 years ago. His skill at close-up is no less than astonishing. His quick comeback verbal skills sharpened on the streets of New York City have made him an outstanding comedian. This is an interactive comedy magic show; entertainment for all from 3 to 99.
Cobario – A Vagabond’s Tale
(Austria)
MUSIC ACT
Starting as buskers in Barcelona, Rio Che and El Coba founded the purely instrumental acoustic project “Cobario”. The exceptional violinist Herwig Schaffer completed the trio and they’ve been fascinating listeners around the globe ever since. Cobario invites you to close your eyes, open your ears and follow them on a journey through different places in the world. Every song tells its own story, and they are great storytellers!
Daniel Champagne
(Australia)
MUSIC ACT
Recently described as “the most talked-about rising star of Australia’s next generation,” Daniel Champagne delivers one of the most impressive one-man-shows out there! Champagne often sounds closer to a three-piece band than a 22-year-old singersongwriter guitarist. He reaches to musical depths far beyond his years and has a way with the guitar that must be seen to be believed.
Daniel Forlano
(Boston, USA)
CIRCLE ACT
In a romantic comedy with an uncertain end our hero hopes he’s found true love. Colorful pillows are tossed full-armed into a high pattern; he climbs without GPS or oxygen onto a small table and stands on top of a bottle. After bringing his love a flower he delightfully and masterfully performs flourishes of impressive hat moves. Perched high on an unsupported ladder his love hands him flowers for a final display of beauty.
Dawn Dreams
(Vancouver)
FLY PITCH PERFORMER
A Contact Juggling act with a twist of Statue and Mime. This living statue has some serious skills with a crystal ball! This small act will confuse your sense of gravity with a beautiful, simple and mysterious performance.
Dr. Draw – Strange Parade
(Toronto)
MUSIC ACT
Dr. Draw and his violin have been known to put people in a trance, but with an addition of clowns, aerialist and an energetic band, the effect is magnified. People are transported to a different universe, and stress seems to dissolve away… In the winter of 2012, Dr Draw and his band Strange Parade will go on an international tour to perform for less fortunate children battling terminal illness.
Dream State Circus
(Australia/UK)
CIRCLE ACT
This Aussie/English duo will delight and entertain you with their magical performances as they have done with audiences in over 30 countries around the world. Come be inspired by their upbeat circle shows, incorporating high skill Acrobalance, juggling and fire to prove anything is possible.
Ernest the Magnifico: Rockin’ Stunt-show
(Australia)
CIRCLE ACT
He could have been a Beverly Hillbilly and he would have been right at home with the Dukes of Hazard – Ernest the Magnifico is Australia’s Comic Daredevil. Featuring a high-flying stuntcar, a heart-stopping pogostick and a hilarious comic persona, you are guaranteed to laugh as you watch a truly unique slice of the Australian outback.
FireGuy’s ‘Fire Power’ Show
(Toronto)
CIRCLE ACT
Premiering at this year’s Scotiabank BuskerFest FireGuy presents: Fire Power! You’ll see 5 fire balls juggling, sophisticated fire breathing and world class devil sticks. This is a new show from your local FireGuy.
Funny Bones
CIRCLE ACT
(Japan/ UK)
This unique Japanese and English combination features amazing giant puppetry, circus skills, comedy magic, mime, hat juggling, voice percussion, break dancing, and forever new routines. With an up-tempo style, this dynamically ad-libbing duo bring a vibrant, slapstick and creative toy box flair of excitement to entertain and engage every audience.
Heather Chappell and Vince Peets
MUSIC ACT
(Toronto)
Partners in both music and life, Toronto-based singer-songwriter Heather Chappell and guitarist Vince Peets have been composing, performing and recording together for over ten years. This engaging duo with their penny whistles, a red guitar and a purple accordion named Violet will keep you entertained with their mix of original folk/roots songs and lively traditional jigs and reels.