Renaissance Character
Creating Your Renaissance Character
The Central Coast Renaissance Festival is a vibrant celebration of history, culture, and creativity. One of the most exciting aspects of this festival is the opportunity to get a costume and develop a character from that era. Whether you are a participant or paid guest, creating a Renaissance character makes your visit so much more […]
A Peasant’s Breakfast in Renaissance England
In Renaissance England, the peasant class relied on a simple yet nourishing breakfast to sustain them for the day’s toil in the farms and fields. This morning meal, typically devoid of extravagance, was composed of staple foods readily available to those of modest means. A Typical Peasant Breakfast […]
The Harsh Reality of a Peasant Woman’s Life in 16th Century England
For the vast majority of women in Renaissance England, life was an endless cycle of backbreaking labor and hardship. Born into poverty, most females of the peasant class had a harsh existence that began before they could even walk. From a tender age, peasant girls were tasked with chores and responsibilities to support the family […]
A Look at Breasts and Modesty Throughout History
No pun intended, OK? Alright, moving on . . . The Central Coast Renaissance Festival, and most Renaissance Faires and Festivals, attempt to simulate what it might have been like in Europe 450 years ago. We get some things right, but honestly, we are off base on a few. That’s OK. It’s all in the […]
Renaissance festival hairstyles for women: a guide to peasant, middle class, and noble styles
During the Renaissance era, hair was considered an essential element of women’s fashion, and different hairstyles were adopted by women of different classes. The peasant, middle class, and nobility all had their unique styles, which reflected their social status and lifestyle. Middle-class women, on the other hand, had more resources and time to devote to […]
A Renaissance Festival Romance, Conclusion
Read Part 1 of the story here. Read Part 2 of the story here. Read Part 3 of the story here. In the weeks following the Renaissance Festival, William and Lily found themselves reminiscing about the joy and excitement of the event. They often talked about their favorite moments at the festival and laughed about […]
Raggedy Redbeard and the Princess: A Tale of Pirate Stories and Kindness
Raggedy Redbeard and the Princess” is a heartwarming tale of a pirate performer at the Central Coast Renaissance Festival, who shares his stories of life on the high seas with a young girl dressed as a princess. As the festival draws to a close and the crowds disperse, the unlikely pair find comfort in each other’s company, reminding us of the power of storytelling and kindness, even in the most unexpected of places.
From Historically Accurate to Fantastical: The Rich Variety of Festival Costumes
The festival is a great place to see a variety of costumes and fashions, ranging from historically accurate garb to imaginative interpretations of Renaissance style. Here are some of the different types of costumes and fashions you might see: Historical Accuracy: Some festival-goers take great care to create historically accurate costumes that are representative of […]
A Simple, Hard Life For Peasants
In Renaissance England, the majority of the population were peasants who worked hard to earn their daily bread. One such peasant was a man named John, who lived in a small village in the countryside. John was a farmer who owned a small plot of land where he grew wheat and raised a few chickens. […]
Creating Your Renaissance Character
Creating a character for a Renaissance festival can be a fun and creative process. Here are some steps you can follow to create your character: Research the Renaissance period: Before you start creating your character, it’s important to research the Renaissance period and understand the culture, history, and fashion of the time. This will help […]
Why Wear A Costume At The Renaissance Festival?
Costuming is an important aspect of the Renaissance Festival and plays a significant role in creating an immersive experience for attendees. Whether you’re a seasoned participant or attending for the first time, selecting the right costume can enhance your enjoyment of the event and help you feel as though you have stepped back in time. […]
Children At The Renaissance Festival
Costumes and Dress-Up: Children often enjoy dressing up in costumes and playing make-believe. Renaissance festivals offer an opportunity for children to dress up as knights, princesses, fairies, and other characters from the period, which can be a fun and engaging way for them to participate in the event.
The Danse Macabre
Several times a day you’ll see a strange parade of characters in black with skeleton masks. What is going on? It’s the Dance Macabre. In the Danse Macabre, or Dance of Death, skeletons escort living humans to their graves in a lively waltz. Kings, knights, and commoners alike join in, conveying that regardless of status, […]
Faire Names For English Folk
From: From: Chris Laning claning@econet.org Date: July 1999 Subject: (NEW!!) Faire Names for English Folk NEW RESOURCE!! Are you tired of people named “Chastity Sweetlips” or “Obadiah Cockswinger”? Do you want a source of REAL names for Elizabethan England? Here it is! Based on new studies of Elizabethan naming practices, Faire Names for English Folk is the most […]
Costuming For The Renaissance Festival
If this is your first visit to our Renaissance Festival you probably won’t be in costume, and that is perfectly fine. However, if the Renaissance spirit grabs you, you’ll soon be longing for a costume to be more a part of the fantasy. Starting as a peasant is a good first step, as the clothes […]
How To Use Thee and Thou
Language: Thee and Thou This is not grammar you are taught in school, but simply the ordinary way people talk. Your excuse for incorrect usage cannot be that you were poorly educated. Say: “How art thou“, never “how are thee” What wouldst thou have of me? I will go with thee. Thou art a rogue. When the next word begins […]
Money in Elizabethan England
Money and Coinage The Basics All coins are silver or gold, including the pennies. In times not too long past, copper was used to extend (debase) the coinage without actually spending any more silver. But no money is actually minted as a copper coin. If someone gives you a modern copper penny, laugh and tell […]
What’s In A Name? Finding Your Renaissance Alter Ego
Are you tired of people named “Chastity Sweetlips” or “Jake Tosspot”? Do you want a source of REAL names for Elizabethan England? Thanks to Chris Laning for sharing links to some great resources for finding a true Renaissance name for your character. Here are the links; http://www.s-gabriel.org/names/christian/fairnames/ You may also be interested in this site, […]
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