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The 2026 Performers

The Shire of Heyford is home to dozens of world-class entertainers from all corners of the globe. Brave knights joust to the death for honor and glory. Jugglers and Jesters push the boundaries of common sense to bring a smile to your face, and Faeries frolic through the veil of Shakespeare’s Midsummer Night’s Dream to brighten each day with their ancient magic. Maypole dancers enchant and delight while the bagpipe and drum plays them on. With nearly a hundred live performances each day on stage and street, there will not be enough time in the day to see it all!

Entertainment Line-up

Check Back Frequently As Her Majesty's List Of Entertainers is Updated
Get Tickets Now

The 2026 Performers

The Shire of Heyford is home to dozens of world-class entertainers from all corners of the globe. Brave knights joust to the death for honor and glory. Jugglers and Jesters push the boundaries of common sense to bring a smile to your face, and Faeries frolic through the veil of Shakespeare’s Midsummer Night’s Dream to brighten each day with their ancient magic. Maypole dancers enchant and delight while the bagpipe and drum plays them on. With nearly a hundred live performances each day on stage and street, there will not be enough time in the day to see it all!

Acrobellum

Acrobellum

Appearing All Four Weekends

Defying gravity with jaw-dropping feats of strength, agility, and grace, Acrobellum delivers an electrifying acrobatic variety act that will leave you breathless! Whether they’re tumbling, twisting, or stacking themselves sky-high, Acrobellum brings high-energy entertainment that’s as awe-inspiring as it is unforgettable. Don’t blink—you won’t want to miss a single moment!

The Armoured Bards

The Armoured Bards

Appearing All Four Weekends

The Armoured Bards deftly weave together lively tunes and clever wordplay. Whether they’re belting out ballads, cracking groan-worthy puns, or serenading unsuspecting passersby, these bards turn every show into a raucous adventure.

Atmos Allura

Atmos Allura

Appearing All Four Weekends

If you spot these playful, curious fae in the wilds and desire a closer look, feel free to approach. While known to be mischevous and lively, rest assured, these enchanting winged creatures are harmless (and flightless!). They are most known for their love of dance, mimicry, and for flitting away without warning. 

The Bawdy Boys

The Bawdy Boys

Appearing All Four Weekends

Absolutely catchy and unbearably filthy, the music of The Bawdy Boys will grab you and not let go. They have dedicated their craft to reproduce the kind of music you’d enjoy whilst being shanked in a salty sailors bar off the coast of Lake Michigan, and are proud to bring it to the St. Petersburg Renaissance Faire.

 
Bess and Marlowe

Bess and Marlowe

Appearing All Four Weekends

Join playwright Kitty Marlowe and Her Majesty the Queen for a delightful sing-a-long. Revel in Her Majesty’s rich melodies, the timbre of her delicate soprano, and the radiant shining beauty that exudes from her dread visage. Each note from her perfect vocal chords is a symphony of perfection. For reasons unclear to all, Marlowe will be there as well.

Brothers Blackquill

Brothers Blackquill

Appearing All Four Weekends

Join Johnathan and Quentin in their quest to write the greatest play ever written. With their trusty bag of scrolls and suggestions from the audience, watch as the Brothers Blackquill create a brand new hit play on the spot. A completely improvised show where you, the audience, get to influence the story, create the characters, and tell us what happens next!

 

 
Celtic Mayhem

Celtic Mayhem

Appearing All Four Weekends

With a soul fueled by rhythm and a heart tuned to melody, Celtic Mayhem is a passionate group dedicated to the power of music to uplift, inspire, and unite people from all walks of life. They thrive on the electric connection between artist and audience.
Empty Hats

Empty Hats

Appearing All Four Weekends

Empty Hats is an enthusiastic, passionate, and charming band that surprises and delights fans from ages 3 to 93 with their acoustic blend of traditional and original Celtic music. These merry musicians travel all over the country performing at Renaissance Faires, Pubs, Concert Halls, and more. From playing a rollicking tune for Henry VIII to serenading the hosts of NBC’s Today Show, the music of Empty Hats has spanned centuries.
Fiddle & Fret

Fiddle & Fret

Appearing All Four Weekends

Fiddle & Fret are an energetic Strings and vocal musical duo that love to fill the lanes with music! We love to play traditional English and Irish tunes and the classic Renaissance Faire hits!

The Flaming Ginger

The Flaming Ginger

Appearing All Four Weekends

Prepare to be dazzled! Jon Norton, *The Flaming Ginger*, delivers a fast-paced, fiery spectacle that’s equal parts danger, comedy, and jaw-dropping skill. From juggling flames to conquering a seven-foot unicycle, his show is packed with non-stop laughs, heart-pounding thrills, and a healthy dose of ginger-fueled charm. Perfect for all ages, it’s a performance that will leave you laughing, cheering, and eager for an encore! 

 

 
Giacomo the Jester

Giacomo the Jester

Appearing All Four Weekends

Once each day, Giacomo takes a break from playing music with Empty Hats to share the tale of a king on a quest to find his queen. Through a whirlwind of juggling, magic, and delightfully obnoxious antics, he brings the story to life in a way that’s as hilarious as it is unpredictable. Full of laughter, trickery, and a touch of mayhem, this performance is a must-see for anyone who loves a good story told with a mischievous twist!
Isaac Fawlkes

Isaac Fawlkes

Appearing All Four Weekends

Isaac Fawlkes is not your usual idea of a magician. He combines outrageous comedy and unusual magic to create a hysterical show that leaves audience in tears of laughter.

Jackdaw's Careening Camp

Jackdaw's Careening Camp

Appearing All Four Weekends

Jackdaw’s Careening Camp is a full-scale pirate encampment bursting with swashbuckling fun, all included with your faire admission! Step into the world of seafaring scoundrels and join the crew for hands-on adventures. Enroll in Pirate University, craft your own pirate flag and jewelry, and marvel at Lafitte’s magic show. With thrilling reenactments, interactive activities, and take-home treasures, this lively camp is a must-visit for all aspiring buccaneers. Whether you’re a salty sea dog or a landlubber dreaming of adventure, the pirate life awaits!

Lady Joy

Lady Joy

Appearing All Four Weekends

Lady Joy is the happiest harpist! She and her lap harp will enchant you with sweet tones of traditional Celtic music, such as Bunessan, Brian Boru’s March, Planxty Irwin and Bonny Portmore. A favorite at King Henry’s court, you can also find her at festivals in the area.

Lady Ophelia's Dance

Lady Ophelia's Dance

Appearing All Four Weekends

Lady Ophelia’s Dance is a delightful journey through time, inviting audiences to immerse themselves in the enchanting world of Renaissance dances from around the globe. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or a newcomer, her show promises an unforgettable experience, transporting you to a bygone era where the art of dance ignites hearts and kindles connections. Flirt the olde fashioned way with Lady Ophelia!

The Landsknechts

The Landsknechts

Appearing All Four Weekends

Step into the world of The Landsknechts, the bold and battle-hardened German mercenaries of the Renaissance! This lively encampment offers a glimpse into their daily lives—training with pikes and swords, preparing for battle, and surviving on campaign. Explore their weapons, armor, and camp essentials while hearing tales of warfare, adventure, and the unique traditions of these legendary soldiers. History comes alive in this immersive experience!

Lord Chamberlain's Players

Lord Chamberlain's Players

Appearing All Four Weekends

The official Acting Company of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth Regina Gloriana. The only group permitted to perform Master William Shakespeare’s workes. The finest of the finest. See them this season in “Sigh No More”, a new play by the Bard himself about two witty lovers who refuse to admit thir affections. Starring Henrietta Condell and Jonathan Blackquill.  

Lorelei of Florida

Lorelei of Florida

Appearing Weekends 3 & 4

Lorelei of Florida delivers high-energy live music paired with immersive storytelling and pirate swagger. Featuring original songs, celtic covers, humor, and crowd-engaging sing-a-longs, their performances create a celebratory atmosphere that invites audiences of all ages to join in the piratical shenanigans!

Luku the Mad Skald

Luku the Mad Skald

Appearing All Four Weekends

Luku performs a variety of material ranging from classic songs you hear at faire – such as Black Velvet Band, Isn’t It Grand Boys?, Tell Me Ma – to Norse inspired ballads and war chants – like Lifeblood and a Song for Odin – all the way up to some modernized songs like Fields of Gold, and some originals thrown in as well! So if you want to have a good time, and have some fun laughing and singing, come see Luku the Mad Skald!

Madrigal Mayhem

Madrigal Mayhem

Appearing Weekend 2

Hark! Are those angel voices ringing through the shire? (and what on Earth language is that anyway?) Madrigal Mayhem will delight you with their Medieval and Renaissance songs and dances.

Medieval Encampment

Medieval Encampment

Appearing All Four Weekends

Faire Wolf Traders is a collaborative medieval encampment of artisans and living historians bringing the sights, sounds, and labor of the Middle Ages to life. Featuring live fire cooking, working blacksmith demonstrations, a walk-through living museum, and an hands-on interactive area for children and adults, our encampment offers an authentic glimpse into medieval daily life. By blending craft, labor, and storytelling, Faire Wolf Traders presents Medieval history as a living, working experience.

Midwife Crisis

Midwife Crisis

Appearing Weekends 1, 2, & 3

Midwife Blair Hoskins, at your cervix! Here to deliver a satirical, medieval, pregnancy how-to guide. See and hear childbirth the way you’ve never seen or heard it before… pantomimed and in rhyming iambic pentameter!

Noble Cause

Noble Cause

Appearing All Four Weekends

Noble Cause brings the pageantry, chivalry, and adrenaline of medieval tournaments to life. Witness armored knights charging on mighty steeds, clashing in fierce jousts for honor and glory. With dazzling horsemanship, thrilling combat, and courtly drama, this high-energy spectacle captures the spirit of true knighthood. Cheer for your champion and experience the excitement of a grand tournament where valor reigns supreme!

Off The Cuff

Off The Cuff

Appearing All Four Weekends

Off The Cuff is an improvised, hip-hop experience fused with the wit and Elizabethanized English of the Renaissance! With no show ever being the same, watch this merry party of “heroes” sing, rap, and flyt their way through your suggestions!

Pyro Gyro

Pyro Gyro

Appearing All Four Weekends

Peter danced with the Metropolitan Opera at Lincoln Center for eight seasons,  has done 11 international tours with “La Compañía Folklorica Latina”, served as style coach and adjunct choreographer for the Olympic ice dance teams under Marina Zoueva. Peter is very pleased to be a part of the St. Petersburg Renaissance Faire.

Sahnobar Caravan

Sahnobar Caravan

Appearing All Four Weekends

Sahnobar Caravan has dazzled audiences since 1992 with dance, live music, and playful comedy. Their high-energy shows blend skill, spontaneity, and just the right amount of mischief—leaving behind only laughter, applause, and the occasional bewildered turkey leg.

Spicy Shakespeare

Spicy Shakespeare

Appearing All Four Weekends

Once a day, the actors of Lord Chamberlain’s Men perform great works of literary importance whilst under the influence of spicy peppers. Enjoy scenes from Hamlet with Habeneros. The Scottish Play with a Scotch Bonnet. Coriolanus with a burning… well, you get the picture. No two shows ever the same, it’s Shakespeare as he always intended it.

Steel Ring Academy

Steel Ring Academy

Appearing All Four Weekends

Steel Ring Academy is a historical sword fighting school with a primary focus on German longsword fighting in the KDF tradition. Witness pairs of experienced fighters clash in the ring using a variety of weapons such as longsword, rapier and more. This thrilling display will enchant all ages and have you on the edge of your seat.

The Jackdaws

The Jackdaws

Appearing All Four Weekends

The Jackdaws deliver original, contemporary, and traditional Irish Rock to audiences across the land. This trailblazing trio will excite and have you coming back for more with their driving melodies and relentlessly aggressive lyrics. More Irish than a drunken roar, and a damned sight messier, meet The Jackdaws.

Wheel of Death

Wheel of Death

Appearing All Four Weekends

Prepare for an adrenaline-pumping experience like no other with Ichabod Wainright’s Wheel of Death! Featuring the country’s only wooden wheel of death, Ichabod will amaze you as he skips rope and juggles flaming axes. Get ready for a heart-pounding, edge-of-your-seat show that’s guaranteed to leave you breathless.

Explore the Faire

Explore the Faire

Foode and Drynke

Foode and Drynke

Juicy Turkey Leggs, Ice Cold Ale, and Onion Flowers await the hungry traveller. Wee Nippers can enjoy family-priced Hot Dogs and Hamburgers. Between feasts, a Handmade Boba Tea, Warm Pretzel, and Frozen Dole Pineapple Soft Serve will tempt and tease the senses.

Entertainment

Entertainment

Jesters, Jugglers, and Jousters all await the Queen’s visit to delight with their skills. World-Class entertainers from the New World, Italy, and Poland have travelled to the Shire of Heyford for a chance to amaze Her Majesty and her guests. Bagpipers, Fiddlers, and Dancers promise to enchant the visiting traveller.

Artisans

Artisans

Hand-Crafted wares abound in the Shire of Heyford. Travelers are encouraged to visit one of our many encampments for demonstrations in Pottery, Blacksmithing, and Glassblowing. For the fashion-forward, Leather Boots, Bespoke Bodices, and Feathered Caps can be fit to you by Master Craftsmen. 

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