Media Advisory / Photo Op: Thursday, September 1, 2016: 12:00PM to 12:45PM
Toronto International BuskerFest for Epilepsy
Media Sneak Peek at Woodbine Park in The Beach!
Incredible Aerialists, High Skill Circus Act, Vaudevillian Juggler and
a 5-time Guinness World Record Holder!
WHAT Media are invited to attend a Sneak Peek for the 17th annual Toronto International BuskerFest for Epilepsy, for the first time in its new location of Woodbine Park. A variety of world-class acts will give media a taste of what the festival has in store the day before the festival starts. The festival runs throughout the Labour Day weekend, Sept 2-5.
WHO Media personality Steve Anthony welcomes everyone to the 17th annual Toronto BuskerFest.
Performers:
Mat Ricardo (UK) – the gentleman juggler presents genuine danger, dexterous elegance and breathtaking spectacle.
Pancho Libre (Mexico)– A spectacular, high-skilled acrobatic act, full of circus, fire, martial arts and humour.
Cirque No Problem (Israel) - inspired by the ambiance and characters of the traveling circus companies of the 1920-30's, this comedy show combines the traditional and the modern circus
Victor Rubilar (Argentina) - With 18 international awards under his belt, 5 Guinness World Records and shows in 42 countries, he is a true international busking star.
MaracaTALL (Canada / Brazil) - A high energy, high impact stilt drumming troupe, with colourful costumes and choreography that can be seen & heard over 100m away.
WHEN Thursday, September 1, 2016
12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.
WHERE Woodbine Park in The Beach (1695 Queen St. E – in the field by the Gazebo, near the corner of Lakeshore & Coxwell)
There is free parking in the Large Lot on the North side of the park on Thursday - entrance off of Eastern Ave.
Live Eyes can enter the park through entrance on Coxwell and park there.
WHY Since its inception in 2000, Toronto International BuskerFest for Epilepsy has featured hundreds of the best street performers from around the world, hosted millions of amazed spectators and helped raise much-needed funds for Epilepsy Toronto. BuskerFest is the largest Epilepsy awareness-raising event in the world. Guests are asked to donate at the gate to Epilepsy Toronto. Buskers retain proceeds from “the hat” passed after their performances except for special group benefit shows, where all proceeds go to Epilepsy Toronto
17th Annual Toronto International BuskerFest for Epilepsy
Friday, September 2 –Monday, September 5, 2016
Woodbine Park in The Beach (1695 Queen Street East – Coxwell Ave. at Lakeshore Blvd. & Eastern Ave.)
Friday, noon – 11 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. – 10 p.m., Monday, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m
For Advance Passes or information, visit:www.torontobuskerfest.com
Donate at the gate to Epilepsy Toronto
For information, visit: www.torontobuskerfest.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/BuskerFestToronto,
Instagram & Twitter: @BuskerFestTO #BuskerFestTO #BuskersAtTheBeach
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For Media Enquiries:
Dianne Weinrib / Sarah Mackie –DW Communications, 416-703-5479,
Drew Woodley – Director of Communications, Epilepsy Toronto, 416-964-9095,
For photo downloads:
torontobuskerfest.com/mediaresources login: media; password: epilepsy
BUT DURING THE MEDIA OP THURSDAY AND FRIDAY OF THE FESTIVAL:
THURSDAY & FRIDAY:
EMAIL: and
or call if urgent or time-sensitive.
Sarah Mackie cell at 416-948-7288
Dianne Weinrib cell at 416-889-7239.
(Use cell phone numbers ONLY during these times.
BUT DURING THE FESTIVAL
SATURDAY-MONDAY
EMAIL: Drew Woodley OR CELL AT 416-579-5028
SIGN IN UPON ARRIVAL DURING THE FESTIVAL AT THE MEDIA DESK
LOCATED IN THE INFO TENT, NEAR THE COXWELL STREET ENTRANCE.
Interviews on request.