13th Annual Iowa Renaissance Festival & Gathering O' Celts - Labor Day Weekend 2004 - Amana Colonies, Iowa 13th Annual Iowa Renaissance Festival & Gathering O' Celts - Labor Day Weekend 2004 - Amana Colonies, Iowa

From the Producer's ChairYikes! I mean HUZZAH!! This is

our five-year anniversary on the grounds of Medici Grove here in the heart of the historic Amana Colonies. We have been nothing but pleased with the cooperation and enthusiasm of the folks in the Amanas. We must offer special thanks to Steve McKain and the staff of the Amana RV Park who help us set up Middle Amana Park for this annual celebration.

Lady Bonnie and I "discovered" this setting by accident. We first came simply to visit the Amana Art Show during one of their annual August presentations here. Even though I had been scouring Eastern Iowa for five years for a new Iowa Renaissance Festival site (we wanted to move from the State Fairgrounds), it wasn't until I walked across this lawn that I felt we should actually attempt the move.

And now for the future... We need a replica German castle right here on these grounds, right about where the Royal Pavilion sits (in all of its metallic glory). I propose a state-wide fundraiser (a royal tax, if you must) for $1 and $2 donations towards the building of an actual castle and village. If you want your name on a brick, make it $10. Spread the word, far and wide, that even if we don't get our castle built by nextyear, we'll be back with an even more spectacular selection of edutainment and family enjoyment.

- Gregorio d'Schmidt,Event Producer

Souvenirs!Good syres and ladies, do not forget to stop at the official Faire

souvenir and momento stall near the front gate. Besides the ultimately handsome shirts and tankards, you can also obtain a VHS copy of the new children's movie just completed by our event producer, Sir Gregory. [All God's Children]

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* I.R.F. Celebrates a Lucky 13 Years in Iowa, 5 in the Amana Colonies! *

Tipping is AppreciatedWhile some of our performers are full time entertainers, most

have day jobs and often have to take time off work to play at these events. Some are even donating their time just for the experience and exposure. In all cases, they appreciate your tips at the end of a show. For some, it is how they will afford gas back home. (Think starving actors working part time at a restaurant, for comparison...) They all thank you for your contributions.

Can There Be Even More Fun...?Be sure to join us for the 2nd Annual Nebraska Renaissance

Faire & Medieval Pageant this September 25th and 26th in Ashland, Nebraska (between Omaha and Lincoln at C.J. Holling Summer Camp), or the special Des Moines Renaissance Faire & Fall Feast October 9th and 10th in Des Moines (at Water Works Park). For more information, visit www.FestInt.com or call (641) 357-5177. We hope to see you at the faire!

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The Last HuzzahThe Iowa Renaissance Festival at the Amana Colonies is produced

by Gregory and Bonnie Schmidt of Festivals International. Call our office at (641) 357-5177 or visit www.IowaRenFest.com if you would like to participate in our events or be wedded at this site next year.

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13th Annual Iowa Renaissance Festival & Gathering O' Celts - Labor Day Weekend 2004 - Amana Colonies, Iowa 13th Annual Iowa Renaissance Festival & Gathering O' Celts - Labor Day Weekend 2004 - Amana Colonies, Iowa

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Iowa Renaissance Festival - Entertainment & Events

Sun: Orckes & Trolles (pirate set

from their new CD)

The Last Huzzah - Closing Ceremonies at the Front Gate

Opening Ceremonies at the Front Gate

Legends of Sherwood

Archery T o u r n a m e n t

Shattock Schoole of Defence

Kingdom of D'enes

Shattock Schoole of Defence

Idol Search talent

competition hosted by

Mistress Taya

Sat: Glastonbury Revelers

Sun: Orckes & TrollesMon: ?

Andorra

Andorra

Pirate Comedy Show

Sat: Danza Mystique

Sun/Mon: ?

Kingdom of D'enes

Shattock Schoole of Defence

J o u s t

J o u s t

Andorra

Kingdom of D'enes

Shattock Schoole of Defence

Pirate Comedy Show

Nautical Bad Boys

Pirate Comedy Show (guest performance)

The Horsemen

Nautical Bad Boys

Pirate Comedy Show

The Horsemen

Nautical Bad Boys

Sat: Glastonbury Revelers

Sun: Orckes & TrollesMon: ?

Sir Geoffrey magic

Sir Reggie

Sat: Glastonbury Revelers

Sun: Orckes & TrollesMon: ?

Sat: ?Sun: Orckes &

TrollesMon: ?

Sun: Rosaleen

Sun: Rosaleen

Gilroy Reilly

Gilroy Reilly

Gilroy Reilly

William O' Wickam

William O' Wickam

William O' Wickam

Jade Tiger

Sat/Sun: Dean FranzenMon: ?

Sat: Danza MystiqueSun/Mon:

QuintEssence

Jade Tiger

Sat: ?Sun: Wedding

Mon: ?

Sat/Sun: Dean Franzen

Sat: ?Sun/Mon:

QuintEssence

Jade Tiger

Sat/Sun: Dean Franzen

Mon: Wedding

Sat: Glastonbury Revelers

Sun: Orckes & Trolles

Sir Geoffrey magic

Sir Geoffrey magic

Sat: Danza Mystique

Sun/Mon: Habeas Corpus

The Horsemen

Sat: Danza Mystique

Sun/Mon: Habeas Corpus

Sir Geoffrey magic

Sir Geoffrey magic

Children's costume contest

royals at the joust

Royal guards talk about renaissance

weapons. Bocce Ball.

royals explore the village

A visit from Robin Hood

Royal Banquet

royals play archery

royals explore the village

royals at the joust

Knighting and Ladies in Waiting

ceremonies

village promenade

at the archery tournament

Living History Field (various

l o c a t i o n s )Pirate's CoveBeer GardenChildren's

C h a m b e r sT h e a t r e - o n -

t h e - G r e e nMinstrel Stage

( S h e l t e r )West Overlook (Royal Court)

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EntertainmentDanza Mystique - gypsy belly dancingDean Franzen - gravity defying jugglerDuchy of Andorra - entertaining history (?)Gilroy Reilly - clowning and puppetryGlastonbury Revelers - fantastic madrigal musicHabeas Corpus - music and dance (Sponsored by Arts a la Carte of Iowa City)Have Court, Will Travel - royal court & Irish WolfhoundsThe Horsemen - comedyJade Tiger Dojo Samurai - martial artsKingdom of D'enes - large scale combatNautical Bad Boys - swordplayNew Rides of the Golden Age - real joustingOrckes & Trolles - alternative madrigal music (with a new CD)Pirate Comedy Show - a pirate comedy show (with a new CD)QuintEssence - music and danceRosaleen Dhu with Lorelei and Friends - storiesShattock Schoole of Defence - comedy swordplaySir Geoffrey of Quinn - master of magicSir Reggie - hammered dulcimer (with a new CD)William O' Wickam - stories (and a pet dragon)

* Some acts only appear on certain days. Check the schedule grid.

Ongoing DemonstrationsArt Cicotti Glass Blowing - 12:15, 1:15, 2:15, 3:15, 4:15Bee Keeping - Master Matthew of StewartKilting - The Scots Dragon merchant tent, 1:00, 3:00Persian Tile Making - Jafar MogadamRope Making - Master JohnsonSquires of Goethoes - trebuchet

Principal CharactersBaron Gregorio d'MediciCaptain J.P. Boyd - "legendary" pirateDuke of Dynk & Count of Naught - highwaymenEvan Hergert - village spy & heraldGerald of CampbellLady Bonnie - souvenir meisterLady Caroline of FennernLady Elaine of AquitaineLady KaileenaLady Laura of PereskyMark of Dibble - royal messengerNathan the Dark KnightQueen Catherine & King Philip of England - reigning over Have Court, Will TravelReverend Martin LutherRobin Hood & Maid Marian with young Will Scarlet - village hostSir Eric Voelks - ministry of petty offensesSir Lawrence of Thurman - Marshall of the FieldSir Terence of Stender - Constable of the Gate

ClannsClann Garrean Clann Stender Ritter ClannClann Nahra Knightwolves of Shadow MoonClann Robinson ...and other attired visitors from afar!

Wandering MinstrelsDarren of Raleigh - master harpistGregorio D'Medici - recorderMistress Taya - penny whistle, gate greeterMaster Reggie - hammered dulcimer

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Find thy way! (But beware of pirates... We hear they are near.)

...but if you can`t remember where you parked, we probably can`t help.

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