Capturing Magic Through the Years
As a longtime photographer of the Bindlestiff Open Stage, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing this extraordinary showcase evolve over several decades. Each monthly event brings together remarkably talented performers who continue to honor and elevate the tradition of variety arts.
A New Chapter at CityTech
Today’s Bindlestiff shows reach new heights through a collaboration with CityTech’s media department. Using three broadcast-quality cameras, performances are both livestreamed and professionally recorded, giving these incredible artists the high-quality presentation they deserve.
Variety Arts Renaissance
The production quality rivals the golden age of variety television—yes, even the legendary Ed Sullivan Show! Bindlestiff Open Stage stands as living proof that variety arts remain vibrant, relevant, and more visually stunning than ever in today’s performance landscape.
Performers List:
Keith Nelson – MC & Diabolo ~ Larissa – hoop dance ~ MK Lebeaux – comedy vaudeville act ~ Clair Vogel – aerial/dance trapeze ~ Sara Crasson and Bamberg – magic ~ Lila Lamora – juggling/belly dance ~ Merch Pitch – Ellia Bisker (live) ~ Keith and Jennifer and Pher – music/concertina and banjo and washboard ~ Elliot Kaplan – clown/cane balance act ~ Exquisite Failure – Keith ~ Arley Hoops – hoop dance ~ Luther Bangert – juggling ~ Emily LaHaie – aerial rope
Instead of posting all the photographs individually I am attaching a gallery for your perusal. Great show! Coming up again on May 6th. Check for more information at Bindlestiff Family Cirkus.
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