A Game of Clue of Thrones
at the 15th Annual Royal Medieval Faire
Hear Ye, Hear Ye, His most Royal Highness, King Bertram of Mearth, doth hereby invite
thee to the fifteenth annual Royal Medieval Faire. Be ye knight or maid, peasant or lady – all are welcome
to the festival. The Faire promises great celebration: feasting, gaming and entertainment. Strolling minstrels
may charm you with a tune. Dancers may draw you into their circles. Magical creatures may lure you onto a
different path. The enticements are many.
This, the fifteenth year of the Royal Medieval Faire brings back some dastardly favourite characters.
King Davius of Dearth and his court arrive with grave accusations for the lovely Queen Charlotte.
Could she have had something to do with the death of King Bertram’s first wife, Sarah? Does this
rogue King actually have evidence of a crime? Or is he merely after the prize of the kingdom, Dragon
Grendel’s Eggs?
Journey to Mearth to meet the members of both King Bertram’s and King Davius’ Court and decide
for yourself who you think should have your favour!
The Royal Medieval Faire
The Royal Medieval Faire is a not for profit organization whose goal is to create a community event
involving history, entertainment, and audience participation. The City of Waterloo has kindly
supported this adventure from its inception in the fall of 1997. The gate fee helps cover the costs of
running this event. The time and energy of volunteers makes the magic of the day happen.
The board wishes to thank you for your participation in our dream!
Ginevra Brown, Linda Derderian, Marie-Pascale Desjardins, Karen Oddson, Nicholas Oddson,
Dwayne Price.
Prize Tent Rules
- Look for the purple & gold banners with the Pawn Symbol to collect tokens by playing the games.
- With 5 tokens you can exchange them for a random trading card at the Magistrate’s Tent.
- Try to collect different cards of the Kingdom of Mearth members!
Housekeeping
- The Royal Medieval Faire, its Board of Directors, and Sponsors are not responsible for any
injuries that may occur during the use of any of the equipment or participation in any of the
events. Children are the responsibility of their parent/guardian.
- All of the citizens of Mearth are created by volunteer actors and can be identified by the round
medallion that they wear.
- Lost & Found can be turned in at the Information Booth.
- ATM machines can be found at the Westmount Mall and Waterloo Recreation Complex.
- All of the Royal Medieval Faire merchandise proceeds go towards next year’s faire. It is available near
the Information Booth.
- Sign up to be an actor or volunteer for next year at the Info Booth.
- Casting Call for next year’s faire will occur in May of 2013 and will be posted on our website:
www.royalmedievalfaire.org
- Next year’s Faire will be Saturday September 21st, 2013!
Thank you to our sponsors whose
generosity made this event possible.
- Traces Screen Printing Ltd
- Shooters Choice
- M&T Insta Print
- Shell Station at Westmount &
Father David Bauer Drive
The Royal Medieval Faire provides everyone with a fun filled day of
Medievalness. Now in it’s 15th year, we could use some support to
enhance the event. Help make it happen for Royal Medieval Faire
Enhancement by visiting:
www.indiegogo.com/Royal-Medieval-Faire
The Royal Medieval Faire Grounds
Performance Schedule
Queen’s
Stage
Tournament
Ring
Wizard’s
Pavillion
Town
Square
Balok the
Dungeon
Keeper
Harpist
Christina
Maree
Excelsior Club
Harpist
Christina
Maree
Knighting
Rock
Boar Head’s
Tavern
Knighting
Ceremony
Nero’s Fiddle
11:00 - 11:25
Opening
Ceremonies
and
Tournament
11:30 - 12:00
12:00-12:25
Doctor Morholt’s
Medicine Show
12:30-1:00
1:00-1:25
Tournament
Magician Lee
Andrews
1:30-2:00
2:00-2:25
Tournament
The Bellydonnas
2:30-3:00
3:00-3:25
Excelsior Club
Harpist
Christina
Maree
Tournament
Scottish Country
Dancers
3:30-4:00
4:00-4:25
Balok the
Dungeon
Keeper
Nero’s Fiddle
Balok the
Dungeon
Keeper
Knighting
Ceremony
Excelsior Club
Knighting
Ceremony
Tournament
Floating Widget
4:30-5:00
Finale
5:00-5:25
Ceili (With Caller
Ciaran Myers
and Floating
Widget)
5:30-6:00
Ceili (With Caller
Ciaran Myers
and Floating
Widget)
*Visit Grendel’s Cave for photo opportunities.
*Schedule Subject to Change!
Nero’s Fiddle
Performer Biographies
Balok the Dungeon Keeper (Steve Santini)
Steve Santini has researched ancient restraints as well as instruments of torture and execution for over
25 years. His research into the devices themselves led him to study the periods of time in which they
existed as well as the laws and customs that led to their construction and use. Over the decades, Santini
assembled the largest private collection of ancient restraints and instruments of torture in Canada.
Medieval Torture: Dark Deeds in The Dark Ages is a Canadian based touring exhibition. It is available
both domestically and internationally for public showings at museums, historical sites, and related
themed events. For more information about the exhibit, please view www.tortureexhibit.com/index.html.
The Bellydonnas - Down Hips Dance Studio
The Bellydonnas are a dance troupe under the BellyUp Bellydance Studios brand in Oakville and
K-W area. The BellyUp Bellydance Studio in Kitchener Teaches and performs Egyptian style
Bellydance and Bollywood throughout the Waterloo Region. Made up of a group of local women
ranging in age, and size - the Bellydonnas bring a fun and energetic presence to any event. Joined by
students from the KW Bellydance Studio, and friends - the BellyUp Bellydonnas are here to perform
a fun fusion bellydance routine. www.bellyup.ca
Ceili Caller Ciaran Myers
Ciarán Myers is an actor, writer, and dancer from Kitchener. In 2005 he qualified for international
competition as a Championship Irish Dancer and has performed with many outstanding musical
groups including Loretto Reid, Rollin’s Cross, Dentdelion, and HAWP. He has an undergraduate
degree in Theatre from the University of Waterloo and is thrilled to be returning to the Royal
Medieval Faire as a Ceili caller.
Doctor Morholt’s Medicine Show
Doctor Morholt’s Medicine Show features a trio of long-time skit actors and award-winning costume and
prop makers in a show about the very best that medieval medicine had to offer. Under the care of this doctor
the cure is often worse than the illness. Watch our hapless patient try to get better and the hapless assistant
try not to get worse. This show is performed by Dennis Pejcha, Iris Spencer, and Rob van Vlimmeren.
Harpist Christina Marée
Christina Marée has been playing Celtic harp for over ten years. The myths & legends of the Celtic
cultures continue to inspire her musical journey. Christina is passionate about sharing her music &
knowledge of the harp. The harp has a voice and language all its own. Listen....
Floating Widget
Floating Widget is a traditional music band based in the Kitchener-Waterloo area of Ontario.
Floating widget now consists of Les Starkey, Jason Pfeiffer and Brian Crozier.
Les Starkey--Bodhran. Les teaches at the Riverside Celtic College, privately and at workshops and
festivals. He has attended master classes in Ireland, studying with well-known players like Mel
Mercier, Tommy Hayes and Johnny “Ringo” McDonagh. He has also had the great honour of
appearing with the world renowned “Chieftains” no fewer than four times. Currently, he plays and
records with the Grand River Ceili Band. www.lesstarkey.com.
Jay Weiler--Fiddle. After completing his musical degree, Jay spent time in Ireland and Scotland
exploring his roots. His most recent professional musical travels have taken him through Australia,
Singapore, India and all across North America with world beat musicians of the group Rivertribe.
Jason Pfieffer--Flute. Jason is a well known and accomplished local Traditional Irish Flutist and
Whistle Player and teacher hailing from the largest population of Irishmen, the East Coast of the
USA! Visit them at www.floatingwidget.homestead.com.
Lee Andrews Magical Court Jester
Comedy, Magic, Escapes . . . Fun for the whole family. Lee is a fool both professionally and in his
private life! Lee has been seen fooling around the Ontario Renaissance Festival and other special
events all over North America.
Nero’s Fiddle
Nero’s Fiddle is a five member, all female acapella group with no fiddles present. Having grown out of
the Ontario Renaissance Festival as “The Trillingham Ladies Chorus”, Nero’s Fiddle has entertained
thousands over the years with their eclectic mix of traditional songs both bawdy and beautiful. The
Ladies are: Jenn Botari, Shannon Kitchings, Lesley Quinn, Jennifer Smith and Hero Van Harten.
The Scottish Country Dancers
Scottish Country Dancing is a form of social dancing done by couples in a group. “Even though we
dance with a partner, the form of the dance allows, and encourages, us to dance with other people
within the set, and we usually change partners with each dance”. Scottish Country Dancing is enjoyed
around the world - you don’t have to have Scottish blood to be inspired by the music. Visit them at
www.rscds.kitchener.on.ca.
The Audio Brothers
The Audio Brothers deliver sound reinforcement and lighting services for events, concerts and
corporate productions. We have a large inventory of professional audio equipment and a seasoned
team of designers, engineers, and technicians. Contact them at (519) 497-6090.
Our Faire Merchants
Armour, Swords & Accessories
Northern Armour Studio
www.northernarmour.com
Armour, costumes, props and supplies for LARP, stage and faire.
Silver Sword Armouries
Dealers/suppliers of museum quality reproductions of pre-19th century arms and armour from all
across the world.
Warriors Through Time
www.warriorsthroughtime.ca
Medieval products for all ages.
Jewellery, Arts, & Crafts
Crisara Studios
Handmade, historical and creative metal art and other organic mixed media.
Enchanted Shaman
www.enchantedshaman.com
One of a kind hand crafted treasures with a magical twist.
Faebyl Art
www.faebylart.com
Enchanted watercolour and silver point fantasy art by Monika Ptok-Byard.
Faery Fest Inc.
www.faeryfest.com
Quality, handcrafted musical instruments including drums, harps, ukuleles, lutes, didgeridoos, wind
and percussion instruments.
Fancy Footwork Designs
www.fancyfootworkdesigns.ca
Elegant and affordable chainmail jewelry, unique picture frames and decorations made from recycled
horseshoes.
Fine Jewellery By Lynn
Handmade sterling silver chainmail jewellery. Classic chains, bracelets, earrings fit for any king or
queen!
Irishsoft
Jewellery, novelties and toys. We have something for everyone. Young and old, shy and bold, come
visit Irishsoft.
Jim’s Chainmail
www.jimschainmail.webs.com
Handmade affordable chainmail jewellery, fairy wings and wands for the whole family.
Macfie’s Wizard Shop
www.macfies.com
Handmade wooden wands, wand accessories, scrolls and pendulums.
Morninglory Designs
Beautiful, quirky handcrafted jewelry. Twisty and twirly, a little bit girly (though wares for lords as
well as ladies). Many one-of-a-kind pieces.
RMF Merchandise Booth
www.royalmedievalfaire.org
Help support the Faire by stopping in at the Royal Medieval Faire Merchandise Booth. Buy a wreath
for a fair maiden or a knight’s tabard for a young squire. We also carry king, queen, knight, wizard and
dragon puppets. Dragon food (birds, mice, spiders), magical frogs, coin purses and faire t-shirts. All
items (except t-shirts) are made by volunteers and the proceeds go to next year’s faire.
Shadowsand & Dragonfire
Design your own Faire moments in coloured sand. Tapestries and gifts as well!
Sheboa Pottery
www.sheboapottery.com
Creative stoneware with a historic flair.
Sphinxfalcon Labs
www.sphinxfalconlabs.web.com
Handmade and custom wire and beaded jewellery
The Chainmail Guy
www.chainmailguy.com
Chainmail clothing, jewellery, accessories and rune readings.
The Dragon’s Den
We feature handcrafted leather goods carved with Celtic knotwork. Some of our products include
leather journals, purses, cell phone holders, and necklaces. Custom orders are welcome.
Victorian Charm Jewellery
www.vcharm.com
Handmade Victorian beaded crystal jewellery and velvet chokers.
Viscount Woodturning
Wooden products hand-turned on the lathe.
Medieval Clothing & Accessories
Dreampower
www.dreampowercostumes.com
Costumes for creative kids.
Earth Artisans
Hand spun wool products, handmade wooden signs, natural beeswax products and ongoing spinning
demonstrations. Kids of all ages can try their hands at an ancient craft!
Our Faire Merchants continued
Magpie Costumes
Clothing and accessories for the whole family.
Medieval Reflections
A wide range of children’s medieval costumes and accessories for every young Knight and Princess.
Queen of Hearts Costumes
www.queenofheartscostumes.com
Fantasy themed costumes, jewellery, and accessories with the opportunity to encounter a live mystical
creature. Let us bring your imagination to life with our beautiful custom work and magnificent
characters.
The Chainmail Guy
www.chainmailguy.com
Chainmail clothing, jewellery, accessories and rune readings.
Literature, Interactive Activities & Demonstrations
AC Creative Workshops
www.brassrubbings.ca
The art of brass rubbing using monumental brass replicas from real personages of medieval England.
Blackthorn Productions
www.blackthornproductions.ca
Blackthorn Productions is a Guelph based company that specializes in medieval education and
entertainment. We endeavour to dispel common misconceptions about the middle ages through
the use of “living history presentations.” Our programs include festivals, live theatre, interactive
educational programs, workshops and customized presentations. Through these Blackthorn
Productions provides a complete, fun filled family oriented experience. Coincidentally, this time
period is part of the current grade 4 social studies curriculum in Canadian elementary schools. Come
join us for a game of Hit the Knight and peruse our Touch and try on Displays of weapons, armour
and artifacts.
Creative Heena
Henna design and tattoos.
Personal Power Palmistry
www.personalpowerpalmistry.com
Hand / palm readings.
PostScript Comic
www.postscriptcomic.com
From the whimsical world of fairy tale’s ever afters comes PostScript Comic. Come find out what
happened to your favourite fairy tale characters after the books are closed.
Tarot by Alexsei
Readings of past, present and future using Tarot cards
Usborne Books
www.usborneonline.ca/readtolearn
Amazing children’s books with a focus on medieval era - history, fantasy and activities.
Waterloo Public Library Reading Tent
Medieval storytelling.
Wilfrid Laurier University Medieval Studies Program
Information booth for the Medieval Studies program at Wilfrid Laurier University.
Food & Beverages
Bread Heads
Wood fired pizza made to order and beverages.
Compass Group Canada - City of Waterloo Food Services
Bar & beverage service and light snacks located at the Servery (Wild Board Tavern).
Country Style
Pickle on a stick, cookie on a stick, fries, poutine, witches hair (candy floss), beverages.
Grainharvest Breadhouse Inc.
www.grainharvest.ca
Pretzels, beverages.
Irishsoft
Popcorn, nachos and beverages.
K’s Ice Cream ‘n’ Treats
Kawartha Dairy ice cream, slushies, freezies, and treats.
Ye Olde Optimist Club of Westvale Waterloo
Beastie Burgers (hamburgers), Unicorn Horns (hot dogs), Dragon’s Toes (sausage on a bun), Dragon’s
Scales (chips), Dragon’s Droppings (chocolate), Trolls Intestines (licorice), Witches Brew (beverages).
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish
Fresh hot apple fritters served with maple syrup. The best you have ever tasted!
Roller Roaster BBQ Catering Company
www.rollerroaster.com
Pulled pork on a bun and smoked turkey drumsticks.
The Scrumptious Spud
Oven baked potatoes.
The Kingdom of Mearth
Melissa Balan
Adam Benjamin
Tracy Biggar
Amelia Brown
Gareth Brown
Ginevra Brown
Mike Brown
Robert Chislette
Jordan Dallaire
Alan Dawdy
Jasmine Dawdy
Mary Dawdy
Ali de Boer
Teri de Boer
Caitlyn Derderian
Carly Derderian
Linda Derderian
Brian Gashgarian
Amiliah Goodrich
Drake Gruber
Ian Gruber
Niamh Kinsella
Alexandra Loop
Dave Loop
Sandee Lovas
Niclin McNeice
Wanda Murison
Neil Murray
James R. Noble
Johann Oddson
Karen Oddson
Nick Oddson
Beatrice the Black Widow
Sir Tobias of Smallton
Queen Charlotte
Mimi the Powder Monkey
Rolly the Odiferous Rover
Roisin the Queen of the Rovers
Gangrenous Brett Radley
Gallus the Grim
Rivek the Mercenary
Sir Sean of Mearth
Princess Jasmine of Mearth
Princess Pamela of Mearth
Isis the Ice Fairy/ Herald
Grendel the Dragon
Lady Terra the Pirate King
Balien the Fairy of Darkness
Melinda the Mediator
Sir Philius the Phlighty
Lavinda of Eiville
Angus the Stealthy
Jericho the Traitorous Herald
Lady Audrey of Ticklesby
Yva the Natural
Pipp the Jester
Jacqui Cousteau of Waterton
Dizzy Izzy the Wanderer
Lara of Drat
King Davius of Dearth and Eiville
Jean the Unworthy
Sirius the Sweet
Farrell the Healer
Sir Liam of Mearth
Matthew Pitts
Dwayne Price
Bernie Roehl
Sharayah Russell
Walter Schultz
Rebekah Schwab
Michelle Scriver
Misha Sgro
Chuck Stadtlander
Sophie Twardis
Jack Wagner
Cary Wilson
Sean Wilson
Shannon Wilson
Lord Matthias of Drat
Dennis the Quipster
King Bertram of Mearth
Gemma the Changeling
Sid the Brute
Rose the Rover
Tristle the Carpenter
Lia the Cursed Baker
Horde the Barbarian
Sybille the Seer
Rodrigo the Ravishing
Sir Giotar of the Borderlands
Sir Goderick of the Borderlands
Sir Isabella of Livingston
Script
Ginevra Brown, Linda Derderian, Karen
Oddson
Directors
Melissa Balan, Ginevra Brown, Linda
Derderian, Karen Oddson
Fight Team
Adam Benjamin, Jordan Dallaire, Caitlyn
Derderian, Carly Derderian, Brian Gashgarian,
Ian Gruber, Neil Murray, James Noble, Nicholas
Oddson, Jack Wagner
Sound
Audio Brothers
Stage Manager
Jennifer Janik
Ye Olde Volunteer Team
The dedication and enthusiasm of the following volunteers throughout the year were instrumental in
realizing this spectacular event:
Advertising Coordinator: Marie-Pascale Desjardins
Creative Team: Melissa Balan, Ginevra Brown, Linda Derderian, Karen Oddson
City of Waterloo Special Events Coordinator: Colleen Dostle
City of Waterloo Community, Cultural & Recreational Services: BettyAnne Keller
Costume Coordinator: Penny Hughes
Costume Sewers: Sharon McMorran, Penny Hughes, Janette Kruegel, Niclin McNeice
Fight Director: Nicholas Oddson
Finance: Joanne Bramble, Israel Briand, Dwayne Price
Games Coordinatos: Adam Ankenmann, Katie Gotsman, Dwayne Price, Karol Szymanski
Gating Coordinators: Israel Briand, Dwayne Price
Graphic Designer: Ali de Boer
Hospitality Coordinator: Teri de Boer
Performer Coordinator: Marie-Pascale Desjardins
Photography: Adam Benjamin, Wes Buck, Tony Chubb, Nick Oddson
Trading Cards: Adam Benjamin, Ali de Boer, Karen Oddson
Promotional Events: Melissa Balan, Linda Derderian, Niclin McNeice, Karen Oddson
Prop Coordinator: Al Derderian
Prop Builder: Al Derderian
Recording Secretary: Penny Hughes
RMF Fundraising Booth Coordinator: Irene Becker
RMF Fundraising Booth Attendants: Irene Becker, Johanna Botari, Dianne Darling, Patsye
McCutchan, Janice Purvis, Nancy St. Aubin
RMF Fundraising Booth Merchandise Makers: Irene Becker, Ashley Bissonnette, Johanna Botari
Security Coordinator: Krystal Mueller
Site Coordinators: Adam Benjamin, Nicholas Oddson, Dwayne Price, Al Vlasic
Signage Coordinator: Ken Jacobs
Stage Manager: Jennifer Janik
Vendor Coordinator: Nicole Davis, Glenn Slater
Videographers: Kel Schwab, Arianne Schwab
VIP Greeter: Patsye McCutchan
Volunteer Coordinator: Erin Klassen
Web Masters: Marie-Pascale Desjardins, Nicholas Oddson
A Royal “Thank You”
This is the fifteenth Royal Medieval Faire and it has taken a few thousand of you and us to make it
happen every year. We are happy you still come and become part of the Kingdom of Mearth. We now
have actors who began coming as small children or even who were born the year of the first RMF! It is
a wonderful thing to have the next generation of Faire folk who bring their ideas, muscles and efforts
to make this day happen. We thank them and everyone who has helped put the faire on each year.
And thank you for coming and supporting us whether this is your first year or your fifteenth, we are
happy to have you!
Maybe next year your name will be in this programme?
Huzzah!
Come join us next year! The Royal Medieval Faire returns on Saturday, September 21st, 2013!
To volunteer, call us at 519-279-4018 or e-mail [email protected]
www.royalmedievalfaire.org