The Circus Is Coming To Town! Enter To Win A Family Pack Of Tickets To The Canadian Swiss Dream Circus

We'll start with the Disclaimer - Yes this is a sponsored post, but this just means we're able to offer you a chance to win tickets to the Canadian Swiss Dream Circus! Enter the contest at the end of this post

 

As many of you know we are always excited to see an acrobat show, a stunt show or the circus! These performances always fill us with wonder and delight.  A few weeks ago, I learned about Hugh Jackman’s new musical film and I am sure you can see why we were amazed by the movie trailer.

 

It’s one thing to see “The Greatest Show On Earth” told on a 2 dimensional movie screen, but it something different altogether to see it happen live before your eyes.

This year the CANADIAN SWISS DREAM CIRCUS is making its way to Kitchener Waterloo area with performances in Ayr, Ontario and Kitchener Ontario.

Take a look at what you can expect to see at the Canadian Swiss Dream Circus

 

Get Your Tickets Before They Are Gone

There is a limited amount of tickets available for each performance so be sure to grab yours before they are gone!

With tickets starting at $22.60 and family packs available for $113.00 they won’t last long! Head to https://www.ticketscene.ca/list.php?q=swiss+dream to see the various dates/times/venues available right now.

Canadian Swiss Dream Circus Info

To make sure you have all the up to date information about the Canadian Swiss Dream Circus, visit the links below

Website: https://canadianswissdreamcircus.jimdo.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SwissDreamCircus.ca

We are so thrilled about the Circus coming to town, that we are going to giveaway a Family Four Pack of Tickets to a local show!

Enter To Win

We are giving away a family four pack of tickets to the Canadian Swiss Dream Circus for either the Ayr or Kitchener event! Just enter the Rafflecopter contest below (it may take a minute to load) and be sure to leave a comment at the bottom of this post with which venue you hope to get tickets for (Ayr or Kitchener or if you can get to both venues).

 

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Blown Away by David Blaine

Many of our readers know we get so excited when we get to attend a magic show.  We find magicians fascinating.  Some are known for their illusions and others are known for their daredevil stunts.  David Blaine takes both of these styles of magic, blends them together, and then takes them to a whole other level with his mind-blowing act.  We would never want to spoil what happens in magic show, as we think seeing is believing, just know that much of the magic you see in his television specials happens before your very eyes without any help from that other kind of magic, the magic of television editing.

 

When David Blaine took the stage at Center In The Square, he immediately captured the audience with tricks not for the faint at heart, but he tackles these stunts with charm and humour throughout the performance. His laid back manor puts the audience at ease while performs the task at hand.   The man on the stage tonight was very different from the man that has been on my computer and television screens.  He really seemed appreciative that people came to the show, he took questions and connected with the people that he brought on the stage. He really took the time to engage with the audience and even inspired future magicians. In return, the audience showed the upmost respect for him and his craft.

Until he mentioned it, we had no idea that this was his first live world tour. 
 

Working on my most exciting project yet. A live tour coming soon

A post shared by David Blaine (@davidblaine) on Oct 9, 2014 at 12:21pm PDT

When you see what he puts himself through at each show for the purposes of challenging himself and entertaining those who bought tickets, you have to appreciate all that went into creating this tour. We were blown away by David Blaine by both his dedication to magic and by his dedication to his fans.

You do not want to miss seeing David Blaine live!

Visit davidblaine.com for upcoming tour dates in your area.

There's So Much To See @ #CNE2016 – Canadian National Exhibition HINTS

There's So Much To See @ #CNE2016 – Canadian National Exhibition HINTS

As you know we are very big fans of the shows at the Canadian National Exhibition.  This year at the EX we joined 2 more bloggers to stroll the CNE grounds and take in all the amazing shows. Here we are with Hollie and Tammy, two of our Toronto blogging friends.

We began at the Canadian International Air Show where you had the opportunity to see historic planes pass by.  Some of them soaring while others were performing stunts. 

HINT: Walk through the FARM BULIDING out past the SECRET GARDEN to get a shady spot under a tree and then you also get to hear the broadcasters inform you of which planes and pilots you are about to see.

Next took the EXpress Train and we headed for the International Stage to see KONTERSCHWUNG: The Cool Swiss Acrobats perform.

HINT: Be sure to arrive about an hour ahead of time to be able to grab a seat.  Even the aisles were full with people trying to see the show.

Also in the same building we came across one of our Kitchener Waterloo friends, ChefD!

We found another #kwawesome peep in #toronto @letsgototheex #cne2016 #cne it's @chefdtv

A photo posted by Diane Morgan & Lisa McDonald (@those2girls) on Sep 3, 2016 at 11:23am PDT

After that it was time to get in line for the Hit List! Aerial Acrobatic and Ice Skating Show.  Attending the ice skating show at the Ricoh Coliseum is an annual event for us.  No matter what we make sure that we schedule our day around the yearly show. 

HINT: This is a great way to cool down and refresh.

After grabbing some dinner in the FOOD BUILDING it was time to head for the MOLSON MIDWAY STAGE to see WANTED, the Bon Jovi Tribute and they did not disappoint!

HINT: Always check the daily schedule to ensure you get to see all the shows that are of interest to you!

You might be wondering what it cost to attend all of these shows at the CNE.  That’s the best part all of these shows were included with your Grounds Admission ticket.  Imagine if you have to pay to see all these great acts separately? So always be sure to check which shows are free with CNE admission.  You will be surprised at all the different offerings that the Canadian National Exhibition has to offer! We think it will make a fantastic day trip for any age group.

To see all of the pics from our fun day, click the image below and keep clicking SEE MORE as you scroll down the screen.

Alex Armbruster – KW People Doing Big Things

 

 

Alex can you explain to our readers about how spending a day at a local KW skate park put you on your current career path?

 

Well I should say that at this point (2010) I had been inline skating at a pretty competitive level for about 10 years. I happened to be at the Kitchener Auditorium Skatepark or “The Aud” as we call it and one of the owners of a professional BMX/Inline stunt team called the “Craz-E-Crew” happened to be there riding his bike. He was watching me skate around doing my tricks and he came up to me and asked “have you ever thought about doing live shows?” basically offering me a job since they were looking for an inline skater at the time. A couple weeks later, I was in Saudi Arabia performing live shows for 10 days. It was really one of those crazy times when preparation met opportunity and I didn’t know it then, but that was a huge turning point in my life. In many ways, these shows prepared me for what was to come.

I had been performing in these live shows for a year or so when I met some other friends through skating that worked in the film industry as stuntmen. I saw how much fun they were having and the great living they were making and thought to myself “I need to get in on this”. So I convinced them to give me my first shot on a small MTV show to be a part of a small fight scene. From the moment I stepped on set, I was hooked. I ended up doing lots of extra and background work to meet other stunt coordinators in the business; always bringing my resume and demo reel with me. I was constantly training different skillsets, getting as good at everything as I could. Eventually, they also gave me a shot and I started to make a pretty decent reputation for myself. Six years later, here I am today!

 

Where has your stunt career taken you throughout the years?

 

For the film and TV part of my career, I mostly film in either Toronto or Montreal. We usually have between 10 and 30 TV shows filming in Toronto/Montreal year round with one or two big feature films per year. I am looking into getting my U.S. green card and would love to work down south of the boarder at some point. In my spare time, I do still like to perform in the Craz-E-Crew stunt shows. Performing with this awesome group of guys has taken me all over the world from Saudi Arabia, India, and all over the U.S. and Canada. It truly was a blessing getting “noticed” at the Aud that one day back in 2010.

What current and upcoming roles will you be stunt-doubling for?

 

My most current role that I stunt doubled for was El Diablo from the feature film Suicide Squad. I’ve also doubled for James Franco on the TV mini-series called 11/22/63 based off of the Stephen King novel and produced by JJ Abrams. Also for Wilmer Valderrama on Minority Report, Sam Rockwell on Poltergeist, and I also double for Yannick Bisson on CBC’s Murdoch Mysteries as the Murdoch double just to name a few.

 

 

How have your online and offline communities supported you with your stunt career?

Suicide Squad is in theatres today! Go check it out! I was so fortunate to have the opportunity to stunt double @jayhernandez001 as El Diablo. There were ups and downs but it was worth it. #suicidesquad #eldiablo #diablo #jayhernandez #stuntdouble #stunts #tattoos #sqwad #davidayer #stuntman #hollywood #seeingdouble #dccomics #dcuniverse

A photo posted by Alex Armbruster (@armbruster.stunts) on Aug 5, 2016 at 5:44am PDT

Alex Armbruster: Stunt Demo 2016 from Alex Armbruster on Vimeo.

 

Nowadays, being online is a pretty essential key to success. The ability to create and share my demo reels, headshots, and just to simply let people in your community know what you’re up to can mean the difference between landing or losing a job. If a stunt coordinator is looking for a guy with inline skating experience to double an actor and he just recently saw that I posted a new video of me skating online, there’s a good chance I’ll be in the running for that job. If you’re out of sight, you’re out of mind. You’ve got to stay in their faces and being online is a great way to do that.

My offline community, which I would consider my close family and friends, have always been so supportive of my career choice. I’m very grateful to have such a strong support system that encourages and motivates me to excel in anything I put my mind to. Most recently, this would be the sport of skydiving.

 

What would your dream role be?

 

 

My dream role would be to double a famous lead super hero in a big feature film. Yes, I most recently doubled El Diablo in Suicide Squad who would be considered a super hero or super villain I suppose. However, there were very few stunts for his character and although it was my career highlight thus far, my dream role would be to double someone like Superman or Green Lantern with a ton of big stunts. But hey, I’m not complaining!

 

Any advice for anyone looking to get into this line of work?

 

Be prepared to work incredibly hard. It’s a very tough business to get into but it’s not impossible. With the right work ethic, attention to detail and the ability to adapt to a million different situations while making the job look easy, this job could be for you. First off, you need to be really good at something. Stunt coordinators need a reason to hire you over hundreds of other established stuntmen/women. Get some headshots, make a resume and demo reel. If you manage to get your first shot, get good at everything else so that you can continue working. I would recommend getting your foot in the door by doing some extra work as a background performer which allows you to understand all of the lingo and how the business works. Being on set is like being in a different world and it takes some time to adjust and to figure it all out. Once you get to this stage, bring your demo, resume, and headshots with you whenever you’re on set. If there are stunts happening that day, try and introduce yourself to the stunt coordinator when they’re not busy and ask if you can give them your info. From there, it’s in their hands. Good luck!

To Learn More About Alex Armbruster be sure to visit these links

Alex Armbruster
Stunt Performer

Cell: 519-572-4549

Blog:
Armbrusterstunts.blogspot.com

IMDb:
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4675100

YouTube:
http://www.youtube.com/user/Armbruster1036?feature=mhee

 

If you know someone else from KW DOING BIG THINGS be sure to email us about them at fostermcdonald@rogers.com and they may be featured in our next post!

 

 

NEW Marvel Universe Live Promo Code

Just Listed! A New Marvel Universe Live Promo Code

As we mentioned in our March post MARVEL UNIVERSE LIVE is headed for Hamilton and Toronto Ontario.  While the promo code from that post is now expired, we are happy to announce a brand new promo code for each event!  See info below

Discount code PBHULK will save you up to 30% off tickets to Marvel
Universe LIVE! at the ACC in Toronto and at the FirstOntario Centre
Hamilton
-Redeem your code at www.ticketmaster.ca
-Promo code is valid for all performances at Toronto's Air Canada
Centre and Hamilton's FirstOntario Centre
-Marvel Universe LIVE! is coming to the Air Canada Centre from August
13-16, 2015and FirstOntario Centre from August 6-9, 2015
*regular ticketmaster fees still apply. Not valid on VIP and premium seats
For more information about the show visit www.marveluniverselive.ca

PBHULK discount are as follows:


First Ontario Center (HAMILTON)
$45 seats are discounted to $40
$25 seats are discounted to $18

ACC show (TORONTO)
$45 seats are discounted to $35
$25 seats are discounted to $18



Marvel Universe LIVE Contest For Toronto And Hamilton Performances + Discount Code

We'll start with the Disclaimer - Yes we did receive a complimentary tickets, but this just means we're able to offer you a chance attend too! Enter the contest at the end of this post!

Mad For MARVEL

As many of our readers know I am Mad For MARVEL.  Whether it be for the upcoming MARVEL movies or watching episodes of Marvel's Agents Of Shield, Marvel always impresses that is why I am excited for Marvel Universe LIVE!

More About Marvel Universe LIVE!

Marvel fans, assemble! Marvel Universe LIVE! is taking the live entertainment experience to a whole new level, with a mind-blowing show unlike anything you’ve seen before. Watch your favourite Marvel Super Heroes including Spider-Man, The Avengers - Iron Man, Hulk, and more, and threatening villains come to life in a live, action-packed arena performance, coming to Hamilton and Toronto. You’ll definitely feel the energy with cutting-edge special effects, pyrotechnics, aerial stunts, martial arts, motorcycles and more. It’s being hailed as the most technically advanced live show ever. Join Marvel fans of all ages for this once-in-a-lifetime, monumental performance. The fate of the universe depends on it!

Marvel Universe LIVE! is headed across Canada! From the looks of this video this stunt show performance is sure to thrill!

 

ABOUT THE SHOW

1. Q: How many characters can I expect to see at a Marvel Universe LIVE! show?
   A: Marvel Universe LIVE! is excited to feature more than 25 super heroes and villains.
2. Q: Will the show include aspects from or be based off of the comics or movies?
   A: Marvel Universe LIVE! will take the live show experience to a whole new level with a mind-blowing original story that brings the most Marvel characters together in one new production.
   
3. Q: Is this show appropriate for fans of all ages?
   A: Marvel Universe LIVE! was created for fans of all ages. It features the world’s most iconic super heroes and villains performing martial arts, aerial stunts and motocross. There will be brief periods of black out, safe use of pyrotechnics, loud special effects and motion graphics. Please visit MarvelUniverseLive.com for more information on the production or to see videos of the production in development.
4. Q: What is the running time of the show?
   A: Marvel Universe LIVE! runs for approximately 2 hours, with a 15-minute intermission.

Marvel Universe Live Discount Code

By using discount code MULOC you can save 20% on tickets

Valid on select performances Code available to use on April 1, 2015 Service charges and handling fees may apply. No double discounts Excludes FR, VIP and all premium seating Maximum 8 tickets per code  

KIDS TICKET. $20 Kids Ticket valid on select performances and price levels. Restrictions apply.

Close to the Kitchener Waterloo area, you can use the code on the HAMILTON performance or the TORONTO performance. Prices vary by venue.


Hamilton Show will be at First Ontario Place
Show Times Schedule

Date	Morning	Afternoon	Late Afternoon	Evening
Thursday, August 6				7:00 PM
Friday, August 7				7:00 PM
Saturday, August 8	11:00 AM	3:00 PM		7:00 PM
Sunday, August 9	11:00 AM	3:00 PM

One week later the show will travel to Toronto

Toronto Show will be at Air Canada Centre

Date	Morning	Afternoon	Late Afternoon	Evening
Thursday, Aug. 13				7:00 PM
Friday, Aug. 14				7:00 PM
Saturday, Aug. 15	11:00 AM	3:00 PM		7:00 PM
Sunday, Aug. 16	11:00 AM	3:00 PM

For the latest news be sure to follow Marvel On Tour!

Twitter https://twitter.com/marvelontour

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/MarvelOnTour

#MarvelUniverseLive and #MarvelOnTour

Enter To Win

Enter for a chance to win a FAMILY FOUR PACK of tickets to Marvel Universe LIVE!
Just enter the contest listed below (might take a minute to load the rafflecopter contest form. If the contest does not pop up, clear your cache and refresh). Be sure to specify in the comments which venue you are hoping to win tickets for.
Choose Either
Hamilton August 6, 2015 at 7pm
or
Toronto August 13, 2015 at 7pm


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