Monday, July 5, Noon to 4:00 pm
Along Washington Street: Abbot Hall to the Old Town House
Chairpersons: Greg Triplett
and Joanne Murphy
Committee: Sarah Murphy,
Lisa Thorn, and Peter Martin
The Street Festival is the weekend’s last big party. The
street will come alive with music, dance, and comedy, as adults
and children are entertained by some of the region’s most
popular performers. Washington Street will be open to foot traffic
only. All performances are free and everyone is welcome to celebrate
with us.
Blues Dance Kids
Old Town House
Elloree Crowe and the kids from energy works will fill the street
with music and dance.
Charlie Forgerty — Balloons
Mud Puddle Toys
One of the area’s best! Charlie creates balloon art with a
twist.
Chill Patrol
Pleasant Street
The Starbucks Chill Patrol will be on hand to keep everyone cool
with tasty drinks.
Debra Highberger of Accorn Gallery
Old Town House
Something new from Acorn Gallery! Throughout the day, Debra will
transform a piece of sidewalk into a wonderful work of art. Come
on by and see Debra’s creation unfold.
Face Painting by Claire of Fancy
Faces
Muffin Shoppe
A local favorite. Claire will make sure everyone is wearing a happy
face.
Stephen Baird
Khouri’s Oriental Rugs
Always a Street Festival favorite, Stephen has been captivating
audiences with his sidewalk minstrel performances for over three
decades. A singer-songwriter and an advocate for street performers
everywhere, he will surely charm young and old with his stories,
poems, jokes, and songs.
Mind, Body, and Soul
Ester Harry’s
Tracey Anderson, a certified physical therapist,
will be on hand to demonstrate the different styles of physical
therapy and Tai Yoga.
Regina Gibbons of Wellspring is back again to demonstrate
and talk about the virtues of acupuncture and the teaching of Tao.
The Boston Parents’ Paper. A long running
magazine dedicated to the wellness of family.
Coastal Gung Fu Academy
Lee Mansion
Peter Easterland, with his teachers and students, will conduct instructional
demonstrations.
Crazy for Kazoos
Flores Mantilla
We have a team of accomplished musicians eager to teach everyone
the wonderfully silly musical art of Kazoos. Everyone is invited
and Kazoos will be provided.
Chalk Walk
Rockaway Street
Everyone is encouraged to pick up some chalk and decorate the street
with your imagination. The students of Acorn Gallery are back again
this year to guide your artistic talents.
Boris and Nadine
Roving
Keep your heads up for these two. Juggling, clowning, and colorful
costumes are just the beginning of their performing abilities.
Northshoremen
Roving
The Northshoremen represent some of the area’s best barber
shop performers, and we hope they will come Street Festival regulars.
The Magic of Boneparte
Abbot Hall
Boneparte is one of Boston’s best illusionists. Captivating
crowds with fantasy, fun, and mystery, he is a must-see and a welcome
return to the Street Festival. Watch closely so you don’t
miss a thing.
Peter Gross
Bank Square
Back by popular demand. Peter can command his audience with high
energy and a quick wit. He is a world-class musician, juggler, and
comedian. As the founder of the Boston Hysterical Society and a
master of suspect activities, the only thing you won’t wonder
about is why he is a Street Festival favorite.
Étienne
Photographics
Étienne is new to the Festival this year. Coming to us with
experience from Nickelodeon and the Ringling Brothers, his show
is a symphony of cleverness, charisma, and comedy. Étienne
has performed comedy all over the world and believes that laughter
can cross all barriers. Once you have seen his show, we are sure
you will be a believer too.
Tarot Card Reading with Felice
Summer Street
A renowned reader throughout the region, Felice brings a charming
style to a long respected art.
The Thorn Dogs
Old Town House
The Thorn Dogs are fast becoming the North shore favorite. Their
styling of folk and pop music will keep you tapping, clapping, and
dancing.
Stephen Baird
Khouri’s Oriental Rugs
Crazy for Kazoos
Flores Mantilla
The Magic of Boneparte
Abbot Hall
Peter Gross
Bank Square
Blues Dance Kids
Old Town House
Étienne
Photographics
The Thorn Dogs
Old Town House
Joint Show: All Performers
Bank Square
Comedy, Juggling, and Magic. Each performer is fabulous on his own.
Altogether, they are a rare treat. A grand finale not to be missed. |
