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BJC 2014 in Barnsley?
I'm hearing rumours of Darton College (Ballfield Ln, Darton, Barnsley, South Yorkshire S75 5EF?) 11-17 April 2014.
Hopefully the brave souls returning from Lestival will be able to confirm.
http://bjc2014.co.uk/
@bjc2014
Looks like Jane is the one in the know?
Yep, this was announced at Lestival. Jolly good, looks like there will be a BJC next year....
Yeah Jane is doing a great job so far. She's pulling together a team from across the country and helping to train up people, including myself, who are interested in one day running a BJC. Keep an eye on the website and twitter for more information when it gets posted. For now you can have a look at our lovely superhero themed logo and and checkout the venue (link on the website).
I'll see if I can keep you all posted!
My one regret. Please Help!
Dear The Juggling Edge,
It was EJC in Spain. Out on the lawn near the Vollyclub and Hammocks was a lady.
This Lady sold a bag. Not just any bag, but one that has an individual slot for 3 clubs. You then roll it up, tie a little tie, and throw it over your shoulder.
I, in a moment of madness, did not buy this bag. For some reason, I let it out of my grasp.
I have never seen her again.
The Jugling Edge, Please help. Does anyone know who I am talking about? I want this bag and I fear my only way to get it is....gulp.....make it myself.
God Speed,
Jimifun
Re: My one regret. Please Help!
Hi Jimi!
Unfortunately I don´t know anything as convenient as what you describe, but I do know something that´s pretty handy. Al you need is a strong rope. You make a knot in the rope so that you have a cirle. Next you tie the string to your backpack. Then you wrap 3 clubs in the rope and pull the rope one underneath it so it´s good strong.
This is the finished result: http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/577467_283472705080657_100002537892179_590934_1687010387_n.jpg
If you want to I can make step to step pictures :)
Rob
# by Rob van Heijst, 2012-05-06 16:52 BST Parent
Re: My one regret. Please Help!
I've done something similar with velcro strips. I can't seem to get my head around the method you're describing. I tried it a few times, and the second and third club always come loose with a bit of shaking. Obviously one can tie three different knots, but with what you're suggesting, it seems quicker to tie and quicker to untie using just the one and a couple wraps. If you could post more pictures or a bit more information on your method, I'd be happy to post a picture of my velcro. Although admittedly my velcro isn't very compelling.
-alex
# by nomorepoetsplease, 2012-05-21 02:17 BST Parent
Re: My one regret. Please Help!
I've found that if you take three thick hairties and just slip them onto your belt then you can hold your clubs on those. Handy part is that if you want to use the clubs you just pull and they come free. I've worked on some more "better/adaptable" solutions, I'll post them up as soon as I find them. If you were at BJC this year and saw some people with clubs just hanging around the belt area they were probably the holders that I made.
Re: My one regret. Please Help!
Whenever I've done the "sling the clubs over my shoulder on a piece of string" thing, I've found that bunching up the clubs then tying a larks head around them to hit a good balance between secure and simple.
Larks head knot in video form...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WyzUmetVJFA
The weight of the clubs acts to tighten the knot, but it's still easy to undo. For carrying 6 clubs, I use a loop of string and tie them on in two bunches of three using opposite sides of the loop.
# by Little Paul, 2012-05-21 15:18 BST Parent
LeedsJugglingConvention 8th Dec
One week to go!
one day convention same great venue as last year, 10 am start, evening show, tea and coffee all day ,Butterfingers trading, games etc.No wheels inside but outdoor area available depending on the weather.
All day tickets:- £8 adult: under 16s £5 : under 10s free.
Show Only tickets £4
More details about Leeds Juggling Convention (#LeedsJugglingConvention) might be found on their website www.juggler.net/leeds
There will also be the opportunity to pre-register for BJC 2103 (#BJC2013) at Leeds, before the price goes up at the end of the month.
I was wondering that too. Even though I can't attend, it's still nice to see what I'm missing out on :P
The current workshop schedule is as follows. If anyone would like to do a workshop please let me know and I'll pencil you in. Or just turn up and stick it on the board on the day.
1pm
Steph Robinson – Beginner Poop
Ross Burton – Whip Cracking
2pm
Ash Ferrari – Multi-Hoop
Jim Halloran – Contact Ball
3pm
John Godbolt and Piers van Looy – Partner Poi Skillshare
Lawrence Turner – Balloon Modelling
4pm
Steph Robinson – Isolation Hoop
Jim Halloran – Hat Manipulation (please bring your own hat)
Ross Burton Whip Cracking (repeat as necessary)
See you all in Leeds!
R.
# by Alexander Rossi, 2012-12-04 16:44 GMT Parent
It's poi-hoop.
# by Alexander Rossi, 2012-12-04 18:07 GMT Parent
Good job I didn't change it then. I was not aware of this movement.
Bowel movement?
# by Little Paul, 2012-12-04 19:08 GMT Parent
Well, if it stands for "poi-hoop", it's effectively the same thing.
Shhh you
They're two of my all time favourite props combined in one skill... Now if someone can get shaker cups in there as well...
# by Little Paul, 2012-12-04 20:44 GMT Parent
Was that... British humor? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rfh4Mhp-a6U
# by Rob van Heijst, 2012-12-04 21:58 GMT Parent
Update
1pm
Ash Ferrari – Multi-Hoop
Ross Burton – Whip Cracking
2pm
Steph Robinson – Beginner Poop
Jim Halloran – Contact Ball
3pm
John Godbolt and Piers van Looy – Partner Poi Skillshare
Lawrence Turner – Balloon Modelling and Poker Chips
Ross Burton Whip Cracking (repeat as necessary)
4pm
Steph Robinson – Isolation Hoop
Jim Halloran – Hat Manipulation (please bring your own hat)
# by Alexander Rossi, 2012-12-07 20:35 GMT Parent
I'm wearing my Leeds 1999 tshirt today. "The juggling convention so good, we named it Basil"
I have only just realised that the lettering is Comic Sans.
I may never wear it again.
# by Little Paul, 2012-12-03 18:48 GMT Parent
Can it be comic sans if it was handwritten?
Cheers
-Mike
# by Mike Armstrong, 2012-12-04 09:20 GMT Parent
was it? (Well, you would know I suppose) it's remarkably consistent in the lettering if it was.
I think I'll convince myself that it couldn't possibly be Comic Sans, just so I can carry on wearing it...
# by Little Paul, 2012-12-04 15:53 GMT Parent
I'll check, but I'm sure the whole thing was hand drawn/written by Ruth
Cheers
-Mike
# by Mike Armstrong, 2012-12-05 09:33 GMT Parent
I've checked. I'm sorry about the font; they were more innocent times. Now that I've dug it out though I'm wearing it to #leeds
Cheers
-Mike
# by Mike Armstrong, 2012-12-08 10:36 GMT Parent
Thankyou to everyone who came and all those who helped we had a pretty good turnout.
We have aquired some lost property
one childs coat, left at the show venue
one grey sweatshirt
one balloon pump!
If anyone thinks they have lost anything else let me know and I will ask the school to keep an eye out
hopefully same time/same venue next year
Alice
If you are going to TLC, The London (juggling) Convention (#TLC2012) tomorrow you will be able to pre-register for the 2013 British Juggling Convention (#bjc2013) in person. Look for somebody who looks like Miark wearing a black BJC 2013 t-shirt. Payment by cheque or in cash only, if you wish to pay by credit card you can pre-register on-line at www.bjc2013.co.uk/tickets (you can also find the forms to fill in on that page).
Do not worry if you are not going to TLC there will also be the opportunity to pre-register for BJC at Leeds Juggling Convention (#LeedsJugglingConvention) in two weeks time (8th December 2012).
Don't worry Miark! We'll point you out to everyone at TLC! :D
I like the fact that even though the event sold out *ages* ago you're still going to the trouble of hyping the event one act at a time on the blog!
#HEJC how do you advertise to get people into your club? we're new and exploring the avenues to letting people know we're here rather than hunting our prey.
What works, what doesn't? what are your experiences?
# by hertsessex, 2012-11-05 20:27 GMT
Does this help?
http://web.archive.org/web/20110626031033/http://www.jugglingdb.com/compendium/world/culture/clubs/starting.html
An easy start is to create a Facebook page. Our club seemed to become much more popular when we got one. Also make sure you've added the club to the clubs pages on here and other sites.
Wow, I honestly couldn't believe this! Not only is this in my home town, it's also at my old Primary school! I'll definitely come along next time I'm visiting home!
In answer to your original questions!
Internet; Facebook, Twitter, Website. I'm sure you have them all already, but make sure they're accessible to as many people as possible.
Flyer; You can hand them around various events that happen around Stortford, on the high street, at events. If you look at instant print there are lots of deals for high quality fliers. I got the The London (juggling) Convention printed from there (1000 250gsm double sided colour flyers @ £32).
Local festivals would be a good idea, like Standon Calling or Caz Fest.
Most of this should be tailored to your target demographic. If it's young people or children then advertise with school events. I remember the Summer Fairs at St Michaels didn't used to have jugglers. I've done some juggling for Little Hadham Primary School in the past. The Boys High (TBSHS), once had someone in to do poi.
Anyother would be looking at the local scout and guide groups (I know there's one near St James church). I'll be helping some clubs/scouts get their entertainment badge in Islington in the new year.
Also go speak to Nathan or Mat (or anyone else) in Oddballs in Camden, they might be happy to have your flyers in their shop.
I'll be popping one one weekend soon! Does this include old members from Flingamajig? If your coming to TLC then come find me and have a chat!
Laters
Ian
I just bought my ticket for #tlc2012. Tickets are available through Oddballs, apparently they went on sale on Monday but nobody told me ;)
It was announced on Facebook(needs facebook login) and Twitter, perhaps we are not reading the same forums/social-media as the bright young hip Londoners.
oops! wrong Twitter link correct one is http://twitter.com/2012tlc/status/242644226926596098
Interesting, I thought I posted the link up in Small talk the same time as I put them all up on Facebook and Twitter. Oh well...
Get your tickets now while you still can. I will be constantly reminding everyone that there will be NO tickets sold on the door. 0, zilch, nothing. It's pre-orders through Oddballs website only. And no, you cannot buy them in the shop either. Oddballs have been very kind in letting us use their system, but that's the extent of their involvement.
For more details and ongoing updates checkout the Facebook Group, Event, Twitter and the website: http://www.tlc2012.org/
Hope to see you all there!
I picked the announcement up from Twitter in the end. I would never have seen it on Facebook.
Does anyone know if the tickets will be sent out by post or do we collect on the door?
It says on the Oddballs website that there are no physical tickets. Just print your order confirmation email and take it along with you.
Does anyone know if we'll have the combustion chamber this year? It was very cramped last time with just the one hall and the maximum capacity number was quite low.
Correct, there are no Physical Tickets. All you need to do is print out your confirmation e-mail that have your Order Number, number of tickets bought and your billings address on it. Also bring a form of Id so that we can confirm your purchase.
I believe we have the Combustion Chamber, Creation Studio, Courtyard and Links Corridor.
Yes there is a maximum capacity which is the reason for on-line-only booking and no door tickets. We really want to avoid what happened back in 2010.
If there's further questions or requests let me know and I'll do my best to answer!
Great to see this is happening again. Are there any plans for a show please? Any advance details of time (esp show finish time) would be helpful (inc. for booking train tickets).
There will certainly be a show and a good one at that! I personally can't wait to see it! We are aware that people will be travelling from all over for this and we're taking that into consideration. As soon as we have an itinerary set in stone I shall make sure it's on the website, facebook group, event, twitter and on here.
Hey everyone! Just an update... 100 tickets have already been sold, that's in under two weeks!
What's the limit this year? I think it was 200 the last time I went.
The limit is 350 people in the venue. That includes the organisers, people running around making things happen, circus space stuff, performers etc. Since we're still calculating how many performers and extra people we need we're selling a fixed a amount for now and then some more later (when uni kids are back and indoctrinated into circus clubs!)
I'd heard a rumour that Feeding The Fish might be in the show. I was waiting to hear that confirmed before I bought tickets. However, I just heard it sold out this morning. :-(
You'll be needing a bigger venue next year then.....
Is that sold out completely or sold out of the first fixed amount as mentioned above?
Also, Feeding the Fish? YAY!!
I know it's only a rumour but still YAY!!!
Sounds a lot like completely sold out to me: http://www.oddballs.co.uk/odd-blog/?p=95 Not seeing Simon & Lix (if they were there) is more of a drag than missing the convention.
Fear not! That's just the first 200 tickets sold! There will be another 100 tickets available soon. We've release the tickets in batches so that we could being selling before we knew exactly what our capacity was.
As for rumours... well, you'll just have to wait and see! We shall be releasing a program in the coming weeks!
I should (while I remember) thank Void for his great tips on T-shirt printing, the flock print on the TLC shirts is fantastic!
:D
For those who don't do facebook..
Just to note that, to quote the facebook comment: "Ahoy there! We found more tickets behind the sofa! Check out Oddballs website to buy tickets for The London (juggling) Convention)! Be quick they won't last long!!!
50 more available
http://www.oddballs.co.uk/the-london-convention-2012-ticket-p-3207.html
Only 50? It was 100 a bit earlier.
Maybe, but from the Oddballs website:
Yeah! We managed to find another 50 tickets (They were down the back of the Sofa). When these are gone - that is categorically it!
That was an estimate, we've had to account for more volunteers than the original estimate. I really really really, want to find a large venue for next year. So I've already started looking... ideal would be somewhere that would easily fit 500 or so people.
Haha, you guys beat me to it! Be quick with buying, they'll sell out quick! The show will now be even better than I thought! Acts to be confirmed soon!
Any idea on finishing time yet? I need an idea how much extra training I'll need for the sprint for the last train home.
There is some event information available here, but to answer your question directly: the event will finish at 10pm, and the show is currently planned to finish before then, thus giving people time to get trains, buses, tubes and helicopters home.
I'm currently working on a sensible way to announce travel information on the day... probably end up announcing the last tube times in the location area.
So it looks like there's a large circus thing happening at Piccadilly Circus,London tomorrow(2nd Sept). Twelve Stages, many many acts! You can find out all the information you need here!
http://www.piccadillycircuscircus.co.uk
Just don't expect to find any times or anything...
I turned down the opportunity to go to london for the weekend, had I known about this last week I might have chosen differently :/
If anyone goes, I'd love to hear about what I missed!
# by Little Paul, 2012-09-02 10:12 BST Parent
Indeed, had I had a bit more notice I would've loved to go see this.
However, pics look like they will be posted throughout the event here & you can watch the finale at 8pm (BST) online here.
...& their twitter account @Piccadilly_CC looks like it will be pretty active too. I've added this event to the database to remind me to look for it earlier next year.
(& in other news Juggling Edge now autolinks @username to Twitter accounts)
#piccadillycircuscircus2012
It was an unusual marketing style, there was just www.londonsecretcircus.co.uk with no information at all but a chance to sign up to receive e-mails. The facebook page was quite uninformative too,
It wasn't till Friay that the www.piccadillycircuscircus.co.uk went on-line explaining what the event was, who was in it, and where it was taking place.
Whether this style of campaign was deliberate to limit the number of people coming, but it does mean people from outside London are less likely to go.
This might only be a one off as it is using olympic money which probably won't be available next year.
M
The Games We Play made me smile
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1AJpKt6UP08
I think as jugglers our sense of play is more developed than most.
Link works, embed doesn't work.
Try this:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=1AJpKt6UP08
Thought I'd write a little review about PLAY.
Firstly I have to say that the festival was a lot more fun than I thought it was going to be. Partially I thought that because I'm a jaded old cynic who has been to so many conventions that it takes quite a bit to impress me now and partially it was because we'd already been in Wales for most of a week and it had rained most of the time and when we got to Play it was raining and it kept raining quite a bit. I also didn't think that a festival that seemed mainly designed for staff, poi, hula hoop and aerialists was going to hold much attention for someone who doesn't really do any of these.
Well I didn't attend any of the workshops (nothing new there), the one aerial workshop that my wife signed up for got cancelled by the rain and there were way too many staff acts in the first fire show. However the aerial show was good and querky, the open stage show was great especially the extremely humourous lonely panda act (I don't think I'll ever forget MCPs interpretation of Kate Bush) not to mention seeing Marky Jay's chair collapse in the middle of the act. Gail O'Brian (sp?) hoop act was technically way above anything else I've ever seen and Dave's Chimney Sweep routine was right on the button. The main show was equally good although personally I'd have swapped the last two acts around. Partly because I'd already seen the juggling act but mainly because I loved the ninja staff moves.
The other things about the festival that I appreciated were many. Learning new tricks from loads of people especially Helen and Chris for the contact ball stuff and Tom for the golf ball and spoon tricks. Getting some solid practice time with Tracey trying to remember the stuff we could once do and working on some new stuff. Chatting to old friends and making new ones. Watch out jugglers for Joe from Cornwall, he's 9 years old, has 5 balls solid (and been juggling for a year) and has the ambition to be the first to juggle 15 balls. My claim to fame in the future was that I taught him to pass clubs (he'll be better than me next week).
Then there was the renegade. What can I say. Jugglers old enough to remember when renegade was good would have enjoyed this one. There was chaos, humour, skills, the best poi you will ever have seen, a personal appearance from Jesus, semi-nudity, a man in a purple morph suit and loads more all held together by Natti Lunatricks but don't ask me how. Hobbit was a star and I'm sorry I ruined your balloon routine Natti!
Nigel
any idea where abouts in cornwall joe was from? he's a little ripper, i would like to hook him up with other jugglers there.
# by ben pritchard, 2012-08-21 06:31 BST Parent
His mum did tell me but I can't remember. He was part of a school juggling group called Circus Unlimited. His 16 year old sister was working on 7 balls and getting more than a flash so he can get some advice there.
I also forgot to mention in my review 5 ring circus. As most people who know me know I am all for youth circus and those guys rock. Great show and the whole convention benefitted by them being there.
Nigel
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kR1sU1X9bfc was one of the first juggling videos I came across. Still like it a fair bit. And can still not do everything in it. :)
Coo, I really liked that, I missed it first time round. I liked the back drops tagged onto the end of Rubenstein's, I had to get up from my chair & give that a go. It took me a few minutes to get it working smoothly. I tend to take the carry a lot further round, starting from palm up & carrying 270° to palm outwards meaning I have to carry back again to make the drop which was a bit awkward.
The best bit of this video for me was when the balls disappeared. The arm movements reminded me of the prevalent dance style in clubs in the late 90s.
(who am I kidding I *still* dance like that)
I have yet to actually learn Rubenstein's. I keep meaning to start and getting distracted by something else....
Very nice, I had to have a go at some of that myself! I do love to play with the Rubenstein's in different ways like that. I'm currently mucking about with doing behind the back throws for the U-ball, though it doesn't work very well. It does work very nicely with Singapore Shuffle though, which I'll have to try in the same vein at this video now!
Thanks. Talking of backdrops and shuffles here is a tiny clip of one I've been doing more recently.
https://vimeo.com/46049290
# by pumpkineater23, 2012-07-19 20:32 BST Parent
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