Friday, September 28, 2012
This Saturday
The usual Saturday morning session will not be held this Saturday, Sept 29th. We are all going down to Philly Fest! Feel free to join us down in the city for a day of open Juggling and an evening of wonderful performances. For more information see the Philadelphia Jugglers and the festival page.
Thursday, October 6, 2011
No practice sessions for Thursday, 10/6 and Saturday, 10/8
(Sorry, I should have posted this several days ago. But anyway...)
West Chester Friends is having an art show that will take over the gym beginning Thursday evening and lasting until sometime Sunday.
So we won't have access to the facility. (I've seen the artwork that's going on display. Trust me, you don't want to get a juggling club within 30 feet of this lovely stuff!!)
Schedule should return to normal on Thursday, October 13th.
West Chester Friends is having an art show that will take over the gym beginning Thursday evening and lasting until sometime Sunday.
So we won't have access to the facility. (I've seen the artwork that's going on display. Trust me, you don't want to get a juggling club within 30 feet of this lovely stuff!!)
Schedule should return to normal on Thursday, October 13th.
Sunday, July 10, 2011
A DVD for dealing with "Numbers Envy"
It's happened to most of us -- and happens to me on a regular basis it seems:
You're performing for friends or family or whatever and just getting into the good stuff when someone innocently asks you, "So, how many can you do?" (Meaning "How many objects can you juggle at the same time?" of course.) And if the answer is less than twelve or so, you might start to feel inadequate. I know I do...
But we all know that juggling as entertainment goes 'way beyond simple counting. There are creative and artistic elements to juggling as performance -- and (my opinion!) nothing does a better, more concise, more entertaining job of pointing this out than the IJA's tape of The Beauty of 3-Ball Juggling.
I now have DVD copies of this tape, which is no longer available through the IJA. And they're available for the ridiculously low price of $8.00. Cash only -- no muskrat pelts will be accepted at this or any other time.
Those of us who have been involved with juggling for a decade or more will certainly recognize many or even most of the performers -- and that alone makes this video fun to watch.
Some of the tricks shown are fairly easy to understand and include in your repertoire. Others are mind boggling -- but intriguing to watch. All of them are (to me) inspiring and open avenues for future work and development.
The quality of the video is somewhat degraded, and the colors are a bit washed out. But the tricks themselves and the performers are completely recognizable and the audio is perfectly fine.
Please let me know if you're interested in a copy by catching me at a THJ practice or e-mailing me at GotaJugl@msn.com.
You're performing for friends or family or whatever and just getting into the good stuff when someone innocently asks you, "So, how many can you do?" (Meaning "How many objects can you juggle at the same time?" of course.) And if the answer is less than twelve or so, you might start to feel inadequate. I know I do...
But we all know that juggling as entertainment goes 'way beyond simple counting. There are creative and artistic elements to juggling as performance -- and (my opinion!) nothing does a better, more concise, more entertaining job of pointing this out than the IJA's tape of The Beauty of 3-Ball Juggling.
I now have DVD copies of this tape, which is no longer available through the IJA. And they're available for the ridiculously low price of $8.00. Cash only -- no muskrat pelts will be accepted at this or any other time.
Those of us who have been involved with juggling for a decade or more will certainly recognize many or even most of the performers -- and that alone makes this video fun to watch.
Some of the tricks shown are fairly easy to understand and include in your repertoire. Others are mind boggling -- but intriguing to watch. All of them are (to me) inspiring and open avenues for future work and development.
The quality of the video is somewhat degraded, and the colors are a bit washed out. But the tricks themselves and the performers are completely recognizable and the audio is perfectly fine.
Please let me know if you're interested in a copy by catching me at a THJ practice or e-mailing me at GotaJugl@msn.com.
Friday, April 15, 2011
Autism Awareness Duct Tape Bracelets
Hey all! I'm making duct tape bracelets for Autism Awareness (April is Autism Awareness month.) The bracelets are $3 each, and ALL the proceeds will go to this great organization called Autism Speaks. I'll bring some with me to the gym, and will be selling them over the next few weeks. So let me know if you want one!
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
My Website!
Hey everyone! I just thought I'd share the link to my new website. It's still a bit under construction, but better than it was on day one. (Yesterday)
http://ihaveaspergers.webs.com
Check it out!
(I know this doesn't have anything to do with juggling, but I DID mention my cup stacking on the site!)
http://ihaveaspergers.webs.com
Check it out!
(I know this doesn't have anything to do with juggling, but I DID mention my cup stacking on the site!)
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Branin Juggling on Youtube
Hey All, I've finally gotten this video onto YouTube. It's been a learning experience. Copyrights? Who knew? Anyway, it's not all that I wanted it to be, but it could still be the first step on the road to my 15 minutes of fame. Now you have to do your part: pass it along to all your friends and relations and point out that the deeply textured camera work and intricate story line will richly reward multiple viewings. Search for Mr. Boyd at Ski Sawmill or use the URL:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-HvlJ2ve8jc
Oh yea, do we still use this blog, or did we move on to something else? I do so try to keep up. I guess I'll know when I don't get my 15 minutes of fame.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-HvlJ2ve8jc
Oh yea, do we still use this blog, or did we move on to something else? I do so try to keep up. I guess I'll know when I don't get my 15 minutes of fame.
Saturday, January 15, 2011
Running Away With the Circus Blog
Ever wondered what it's like to run away with the circus? Now you can find out by following Shana Kennedy's blog "Running Away With the Circus", in which she chronicles her family's experiences as her husband, juggler Greg Kennedy, tours with Cirque du Soleil's show Totem.
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