2009 Entertainment

Royal Hanneford Circus
Although the Royal Hanneford Circus has appeared at the Georgia National Fair for a number of years, each year is different with new and exciting acts! The circus is free to any Fairgoer. It features three performances daily and when the ringmaster calls the show, the big top is always full. Acts have ranged from high-wire acts to clowns and from wild animal performances to acrobats. Like the ringmaster says, ALadies and Gentlemen, Children of All ages, get ready for the thrill of your life with the Royal Hanneford Circus!

THE GOTHARD SISTERS – (October 9 – 13)
The Gothard sisters are classically trained violinists who perform their own unique arrangements, aswellas many different genres of music. Their show will present you with a swirling kaleidoscope of colorful sound, the furious tapping of dancing feet, and the strains of violin, guitar, and bodhran… all while their voices weave a delightful tapestry of Celtic melodies! This is a show that every member of the family is sure to remember!

THE TAMS – (October 9 – 14)
When you hear The Tams, you might think you just stepped into Motown! Their hits, “What Kind of Fool,” and “Be Young, Be Foolish,” helped the Tams to receive the title of “Beach Band of the Decade”! They have also been inducted into the Georgia Music Hall of Fame, and the Beach Music Hall of Fame. When The Tams take the stage, you can’t help but smell a tropical breeze, and to let the rhythm grasp your body and whirl it into motion!

NATALIE STOVALL – (October 14 – 18)
Natalie’s refreshing sound strikes a perfect balance between traditional country and energetic, soulful, rock music. Natalie is not just a great singer, but she also plays a mean fiddle! After opening for many national acts, and even playing for the President, Natalie is coming to the Georgia National Fair, and is sure to bring the house down with every performance! Natalie’s musical spunk, and undying love for the fiddle can be summed up with the name of her 2009 tour… “Peace. Love. Fiddle.”

BENNIE ANDERSON & THE DRIFTERS – (October (14 – 18)
For over four decades, The Drifters have been a trend setting Rhythm & Blues group with numerous chart-topping hits to their credit. Their hit songs, “There goes my Baby,” “Save the Last Dance for Me,” “Up On the Roof,” “On Broadway,” and “Under the Boardwalk” have helped to make The Drifters one of the most memorable oldies bands ever! You will be dazzled by their stage appearance, smooth lyrics and audiences are always excited when asked to become involved in their performances, whether it’s dancing, singing along with songs or both!

THE BANG, BANG, BANG TOUR – (October 14 – 18)
Lock ‘n Load Ya’ll! These country hot shots, touting hit after hit, are riding into the Georgia National Fair! The Posse includes Aaron Benward (Blue County), Brian McComas, and Brady Seals (Little Texas & Hot Apple Pie). Join them as they fire off an arsenal of chart-topping country songs! Don’t miss the opportunity to capture the excitement, charisma and music of The Bang, Bang, Bang Tour… It’ll be a blast!

CARRIE McQUEEN – STILTWALKER - (Street Act)
Carrie McQueen is the rarest of entertainers; an elegant, graceful performer with a wild streak of comedy thrown in! With her light-hearted comedy, and dazzling array of costumes, Carrie weaves a spell of enchantment from high atop her stilts!

ED AND GERALDINE OLD-TIME MUSIC - (Street Act)
Ed and Geraldine combine traditional fiddle tunes, folk songs, and old-time country music to make a foot-stomping, spoon-laying good time. Fairgoers of all ages are entertained by Ed and Geraldine's stories of older days. They demonstrate traditional dance and song routines. They offer workshops, storytelling, and concerts to educate the audience on early American music and the history that surrounds it. Ed and Geraldine always make a special effort to bring young children into their act.

EUDORA FARMS PETTING ZOO
Exciting, entertaining, and educational for the entire family, this world-class exotic petting zoo is home to more than 55 animals from Africa, South America, Australia and Asia. Eudora Farms also performs educational animal shows which are informative and entertaining for a truly “face to face” experience!

GREAT CAT ADVENTURES
This educational and entertaining exhibit and show features the Great Cats of the world! Over 40 cats in all, some of the cats you will see are African Lions, Cougars, Leopards, Black Panthers, Tigers, Servals, and the rare Royal White Tigers! Entertaining for all ages, these “Great Cats” will help teach you about endangered species, and the environment that we share!

GREG FRISBEE – (Street Act)
Juggling knives with his hands on fire, escaping from a straitjacket upside-down or juggling music, Greg Frisbee and his never ending trunk of props will be sure to have you laughing out loud! Beginning with the silliness of one ball juggling continuing on to amazing feats, Greg Frisbee’s impressive show includes juggling, magic, found object puppets and above all else COMEDY! Greg Frisbee can be summed up in the one word he hears most often during his show… “AWESOME!!!”

LAWRENCE GREGORY: MENTAL ILLUSIONIST
Lawrence Gregory is a showman of Barnumesque proportions… a “mental illusionist” that combines a startling intuition with the power of suggestion, body language, psychology, and grand illusion. Witness his feats first hand, as members of the audience are invited on stage to participate in his mid-boggling demonstrations. Lawrence Gregory’s extreme mentalism on a grand scale will have you on the edge of your seat as he pushes the boundaries of your imagination to new heights!

LEON JACOBS AT THE KEYBOARD
Leon Jacobs is AMr. Keyboard.@ He combines his musical skills with a great vocal ability to provide a high energy presentation. His act is supplemented with a computer assisted arrangement that makes his one man show sound like an entire band. Leon combines hits of yesterday and today in order to always be current with listeners of any age. Although a native of Buckhead, North Carolina, Leon has lived in Georgia for a number of years.

MEMORIES OF MAYBERRY
Look out Perry, Georgia! It’s everyone’s favorite bumbling Deputy, and he’s brought Gomer along as his sidekick! Memories of Mayberry is a fun tribute to the Andy Griffith Show featuring, Barney, Gomer, and the Mayberry squad car. The duo will be roaming throughout the Fairgrounds, keeping “law and order,” and leaving a trail of smiles behind. Better watch your step though, or Barney may write you a souvenir “ticket”

MIKE FULLER… THE MAGICIAN
The star of the TV show “The Magic Club,” Mike Fuller is a superb magician. His interest began at an early age and continues even stronger today. Mike Fuller captivates his audiences with unbelievable magic. You can see it, but you probably won't believe it!

NIGHTLY FIREWORKS
Finish off your day at the Fair with a BANG! Fireworks have always been a tradition at the Georgia National Fair, and for the 20th Fair we’re not holding anything back! This year’s brand new and expanded fireworks show, will send adrenaline surging through your body, and leave your mouth open with wonder!

PLAYIN' POSSUM – (Street Act)
Clap your hands, tap your toes and sing along to the traditional Bluegrass and County gospel music of Bill and Sue Davis. These Middle Georgia pickers will entertain you with old familiar favorites on the banjo, guitar and mandolin, while giving the Fair that good ol’ fashioned feel.

THE PROCRASTINATORS – (Street Act)
These outrages drummers turn five-gallon water jugs, stools, and pots & pans into legitimate musical instruments as they jump, slide, twist, and stomp their way through the Fairgrounds with fast and furious rhythmic fun. Be sure to keep your eyes and ears open, because you never know when this fast paced show may come around the next corner!

THE RAINFOREST EXPERIENCE
Imagine a world of pulsating sounds and the vibrant colors of tropical plants and animals found only in the deepest depths of the rainforest… all within the gates of the Georgia National Fair! The magical wonders of the rainforest patiently wait for you to come and have the experience of a lifetime! This one-of-a-kind, educational, and captivating experience will leave a lasting impression on everyone for years to come! – And don’t miss “The Barry DeVoll Show!” Show-times inside the Rainforest Experience’s theatre,The Barry DeVoll show features comedy, magic, and a wonderful blend of exotic birds, and animal antics! This show is an energetic, fun-filled family experience that will leave you wondering, “how did he do that?”

ROBINSON'S RACING PIGS
A bell sounds. The runners are off to a start. Each athlete vies for the lead. The crowd Aroots@ for their favorite runners. However, this is not your average race or your average runners. The runners are pigs. . . Robinson's Racing Pigs! Each one hopes to get the coveted prize, an OREO cookie. The animal kingdom's newest sport is a popular one among fairgoers worldwide. Robinson's world-famous pigs have performed their 14 to 18 mph sport on NBC's ATonight Show,@ ABC's AWide World of Sports@ and on stations in Europe, Japan and Australia.

TADPOLE THE CLOWN - (Street Act)
Tadpole is one of the most colorful clowns you will ever see. He=s also one of the friendliest. He roams the grounds bringing good humor and good cheer to everyone. Tadpole uses a number of vehicles and props to enlighten and entertain his guests. Tadpole is the type of clown that you can’t help but love.

TAMMY HARRIS BARTON – HYPNOTIST
Nationally renowned Hypnotist Tammy Barton has entertained thousands of Fairgoers young and old alike. During her performance, Tammy will dazzle and amaze you. Willing volunteers from the audience will travel through a journey of the mind with her expert guidance. Tammy has been joined on stage by celebrities such as Toby Keith, Britney Spears, Madonna, and many more. She will captivate her audience’s attention from beginning to end. This show will be remembered by all for years to come!

WEST TEXAS RATTLESNAKE SHOW
“Rattlesnake Dave” is coming to the Georgia National Fair this year, and he’s bringing some slithery friends with him! David Richardson has been performing his hands on rattlesnake show for the past 16 years. Amazingly, he’s never once been bitten! When Dave isn’t performing his show, he will have his snakes on display, and will be available for questions and pictures. This is a very informative, interactive, and educational show that will leave you with a greater knowledge of some of nature’s most beautiful, yet deadly beasts!