Yes, this past weekend once again found the Ogre at the Carolina Renaissance Festival. It really is a load of fun, and it's a place to forget about the daily loss of freedoms and other such nasty thoughts. I took some pictures this time, so I hope to have some pictures and a review of acts up each day this week for your reading pleasure.

First up is, for me, one of the biggest draws of the show. He's been going to these shows to years, and he ALWAYS puts on an absolutely great show. Who is it? It's Dextre Tripp.

Dextre does a great show with balancing, juggling, and tightrope walking. I've seen all of his shows numerous times, and they just never get old (and no, I'm not rooting for the stage). Here you can see him juggling an apple, a sword, and yes, a running Echo chainsaw. In the background you can see a ladder that he climbs and does other juggling and tricks on. And no, the ladder has no support, he just balances on it.

Every year I head back to see Dextre. And he's a great guy -- I've sat around and talked with him after the shows and he's just a real neat person. If you ever get the chance to see him, you really should -- it's a GREAT show. And if you're ever at the Festival late, be sure and check out him walking up a flaming rope at the Fairhaven stage!

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1 I like Dextre. He is very freindly. My wife has a booth across from Ded Bob and my sons help her. He comes over and talks to them about how to work hard and find something you love to do. His act is one of the best at the Renfest. He has great balance and dexterity. I can watch him over and over (and I have).

Posted by: Skyler the Weird at October 31, 2006 04:22 AM (KkQmZ)

2 I don't know why, but I can watch him over and over again, too. It's just great to see and he's a real pleasure to be around! Thanks for stopping along, perhaps this weekend I should ask the women in the booths nearby if they're married to "Skyler the Weird."

Posted by: Ogre at October 31, 2006 12:31 PM (oifEm)

3 I love renaissance fairs! I really wish I could have gone to one this year! Sigh! Guess I'll have to look at all my pics of 2yrs ago or go to The Cloister's Museum to get the feel for one.

Posted by: michele at October 31, 2006 05:42 PM (cV7Xy)

4 Sorry to hear it! I'll be sure and invite you in time for next year's show.

Posted by: Ogre at October 31, 2006 07:38 PM (oifEm)

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