the dramatis personae play anything that won't break after vigorous use! including fiddle, clarinets, saxes, brass, accordion, vibraphone, upright bass, drums and percussion.
Interview with Handsome Chuck about the ENSMB mission
Odd Child Uprising w/ ENSMB at Boston Burlesque Expo
ENSMB at the Lizard Lounge
Influences
Anyone that is out there working hard and doing their best to make the world a freakier and more entertaining place. Our comrades in circus bands, street bands, marching bands and the many others out there making a joyous noise.
and of course, Emperor Norton.
Sounds Like
The windjammers of yesteryear, the second line of the apocalypse, a carnival of cacophany, the call of the freaks and the fanfare of anyone that loves to have a good time.
Formed from the most talented deadbeats and drifters that could be rounded up, this group of raucous and rambunctious musicians will honk, wail, blow, beat, bounce, scream and serenade their way into your hearts. Emperor Norton's Stationary Marching Band combines the rich musical history of the circus and the vagabond peoples of Europe with the raw energy of free jazz and the irreverence and fun of today's vaudeville.
Not to mention, we're damn sexy!
Also, check out The Madcap Rumpus Society who can often be found creating a tumultuous calamity wherever we appear!
Mischief in the Machine was a real success. It really got me thinking about the balance of play/art vs. order and, well, drudgery! And the dancing and physical performances were so inspiring. And the music...I so love Accordion! Y'all should be proud - you made a great show happen.
This is the biggest and most spectacular thing we've ever done, so you DO NOT want to miss it!
Through our signature blend of live music, theater & circus arts, Mischief in the Machine tells a tale of the re-emergence of hope in a dilapidated world where everyday life has been crushed under an oppressive regime of silence. The story follows a haphazard hero who uses playfulness and absurdity to rally a misfit resistance.
Mischief in the Machine is an adult theatrical-style circus performance, which includes acrobatics, aerial performance, dance, and an all-original musical score composed and performed by Emperor Norton’s Stationary Marching Band!
Due to mature themes and imagery, Mischief in the Machine is recommend for ages 16+.
When: Friday, May 30th - 7:30 PM doors, 8PM show Saturday, May 31st - 7:30 PM doors, 8PM show Sunday, June 1st - 2:30 PM doors, 3PM show Where: Boston University Dance Theater
915 Commonwealth Avenue Entrance on Buick Street Green line, B train, St. Paul Street Parking available
Tickets on sale now! Call 617.358.2500 email tickets@ensmb.com Or Pay by Paypal
$25 General: (Please indicate your preferred show date with payment)
$20 Students, Seniors, Working Artists/Performers: (Please indicate your
Sat. Apr 26 6-11 PM? (more details TBA) Chelsea Market NYC with Luminescent Orchestrii Stagger Back Brass Band Veveritse
Sun. Apr 27 3-7 PM? (more details TBA) Prospect Park, Brooklyn Folly Day celebration see these crazy pictures from last year's Folly Day to get a taste of what you're in for
Sat. May 3 Wake Up the Earth Festival, Jamaica Plain 11 AM we're marching in the parade that kicks off the festival 4:30 PM we playing the festival closing set on the Sun stage
AND THEN, later that night... memebers of ENSMB will be making an appearance playing with HUMANWINE at Great Scott in Allston
there may be a special prize for the person who comes to see us at all three of these... ;)
Sun. May 4 7:30 PM Somerville Open Studios Music Festival in conjunction with Boston Jazz Week The Nave Gallery Clarendon Hill Presbyterian Church 155 Powderhouse Blvd., Somerville
Fri. May 30, Sat. May 31 & Sun. June 1 Mischief in the Machine: a Circus Folktale at the BU Dance Theater
