PORT CREDIT
VILLAGE TIMES Putting Port Credit First!
Vol u m e 07 • Is s u e 03 • Augu st / S eptemb er 2 0 1 3
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Get ready for Busker Fest 8! See page 11 for your Special Buskerfest Pullout Section
Over the last eight years, Port Credit Busker Fest has become recognized as one of the best and most exciting busker festivals in North America, if not the world. Every year on the third Saturday in August, audiences from all over Ontario visit Port Credit to enjoy a unique, fun-filled weekend. Performers come from Japan, Australia, the UK and beyond with impressive credentials. Many have performed their acts on television shows, movies, Broadway shows, circuses and of course, the Las Vegas strip. The occupation, a full-time job for most, does not discriminate; both men and women are equally appreciated on the world busking stage. There is no end to the variety and calibre of talent that the busker festival circuit attracts, so each year promises to be a brand new experience. While some of the audience’s favourite performers are invited back the following year, most of the talent will be busking on the streets of Port Credit for the first time. These mind-blowing acts are performed right on the street while the audience builds around their “pitch”. This tradition dates back centuries and is where the performers are most comfortable. All of the shows are family-friendly and free of charge, but tipping is encouraged. Many travel a long way for a small honourarium. We have seen contortionists and jugglers, break dancers and drummers, stilt walkers and clowns, magicians and musicians, to name a few. And that doesn’t say a lot about who they are – some of the most daring, funny and clever people you will ever see. But what makes a busker so unique? They are gutsy entrepreneurs who sell their talent... one coin at a time. They travel the world looking for venues to showcase their wares. And here in Port Credit, we are very lucky to have the world come to us and to see first-hand what incredible talent this year’s festival will bring! Port Credit Busker Fest kicks off on Friday, August 16. For more information about this year’s performances, check out www.portcreditbuskerfest.com.
Celebrating 15 years ~ Thank you!
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