For Immediate Release:
Prescott, AZ May 31, 2010 -
Surf's
up, Prescott! The 12th Annual Tsunami on the Square Performing
Arts and Culture festival is set to hit Prescott's historic Courthouse Square
on Saturday, June 19, 2010. This community-supported event is free to the
public and offers a full day of fun for the whole family. "Expect the
Spectacular" as "The Little Wave that Could!" rolls out a flood of music,
dance, fire, and circus arts for an audience of over 7,000.
The
event kicks off at 12:30 pm with a parade featuring this year's performers,
plus the Circus Camp kids, the Whiskey Rollers roller derby team, the Mural Mice and a moveable retro fashion show from Snap! Snap! to name just a few. As
the parade makes its way to the main stage, the Circus Campers will have a
chance to show off their new skills. Then it's time to get out the sunscreen
and settle in as Tsunami officially opens with the Return of the Wave ceremony.
Tsunami brings old favorites and
brand new faces to the main stage, starting with Sedona belly dancers White Lotus accompanied by live music from Rhythm Oasis. Just when you thought it was safe to give those hips a rest,
the Aero HoopStars hit the stage and take us on a journey of hula hooping
through the ages. Next up, Jonathan Best will bring you to your feet with his
electronic musical looping extravaganza. Added to the mix are special
performances by the Super Silliest Band, the Mural Mice, and some of Tsunami's
world famous skitmercials - live commercials recognizing festival sponsors -
that keep people talking and laughing for months to come.
Throughout the day and evening, be sure to stroll
around Courthouse Square and
check out the community business and service
organization information booths. If
the little ones are feeling restless, stop
by the Kids Cove to enjoy performances and
activities designed especially for
Tsunami's younger audience members. Keep an
eye out for the Out of Africa Wildlife Park staff and animal ambassadors who will
visit the Kids Cove in the
afternoon. Parched throats and empty stomachs can find
relief at the Peddler's
Cove, where cold drinks and snacks as well as other nifty
goods and services
are available for purchase.
Clan Tynker, Santa Fe's favorite
family circus, brings their amazing show back to the main stage for a
triumphant 10th year. Up next, Rio Flamenco wows with a passionate
flamenco performance featuring live musicians from all over NorAZ. With their
blend of incredible athleticism, Brazilian martial arts and rhythmic grace, Axe Capoeira is sure to leave the audience stunned. Making their Tsunami debut,
Pyroklectic will combine fire, dance and juggling props in an all-new fire
show. Finally, Switch Black, including several dancers from Las Vegas, takes
the stage with a potent mix of modern dance, acrobatics and feats of balance to
help Tsunami say Farewell to the Wave.
Want to relive your favorite Tsunami
moments? Set your VCRs, DVRs and Tivos! For the first time in Tsunami history,
the night show will be simulcast on Channel 13, Prescott Cable Access Channel
television. Still want more? No problem! Join Clan Tynker for Tsunami Tsunday,
June 20, at the Prescott Public Library from 2pm until 3pm. For more
information, go to www.tsunamionthesquare.org,
email Andrew.tsunami@gmail.com,
call 928-925-6830 or look on Facebook.
So come on down, the water's fine,
Tsunami on the Square is back!
Tsunami on
the Square is funded in part by generous grants from the Arizona Commission on
the Arts and PAAHC/City of Prescott, as well as businesses and non-profits
throughout the Quad Cities of Yavapai County.
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Forward to a Friend Who Loves Festivals!
