Monthly Archives: May 2012

INTRODUCING… Fanti Acrobats

Posted on May 8, 2012 by

Audience participation is key to any performance by Ghanaian troupe, Fanti Acrobats. The dance group rely on crowd energy to get them through physically demanding routines and  energy and strength are just two of the special ingredients that make the … Continue reading →

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Interview with Eloise Blackburn

Posted on May 8, 2012 by

Here at Street’s Got Talent, we promised to showcase the best street performers in London and Eloise Blackburn is no exception. Originally from Manchester, she has busked for several years and regards Covent Garden as the most competitive spot in … Continue reading →

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Guest Post- Ben William’s 10 busking tips

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Ben Williams graduated from the University of Salford in 2005 with a first class honours degree in Popular Music and Recording and has forged a career as a musician and songwriter. After leaving university Ben joined forces with Kristyna Myles … Continue reading →

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The Fabulous Whelk Brothers play in the Olympics

Posted on May 8, 2012 by

Back in January we introduced you to the Fabulous Whelk Brothers and we are very pleased to let you know that last week they were selected to perform on the streets of Greenwich in the Olympics. Here we speak to them … Continue reading →

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INTRODUCING: Oded Kafri

Posted on May 7, 2012 by

Wander around central London and you’re sure to hear the syncopated beats and offset rhythms of drummers showcasing their talents. Be it on professional drum kits or up-turned buckets, these often charismatic musicians are armed with a set of drumsticks … Continue reading →

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First time busker? No problem!

Posted on May 6, 2012 by

It’s a daunting prospect performing in public for the first time. You’ve got no idea what the reception is going to be like, if an audience is guaranteed or even what the weather is going to be like (and that’s … Continue reading →

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Busking in Covent Garden – EXPLAINED

Posted on May 6, 2012 by

Covent Garden isn’t only the best place for busking in London, but arguably in the world. Street performers first started entertaining on the streets of Covent Garden in the 1600s, but it became as it is today in the late … Continue reading →

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5 Jokes to avoid

Posted on May 6, 2012 by

Street performers often fall into the trap of saying the same lines and jokes. Here are 5 things to avoid saying: 1. “This is my full time job. My Mum is so proud of me – she thinks I’m a … Continue reading →

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A busker’s tale

Posted on May 6, 2012 by

On the back of getting the response to my Freedom of Information request, on Saturday afternoon I took a stroll along an unusually quiet South Bank and got chatting to a street performer who I will name as Mr G. … Continue reading →

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Trying to uncover a lead through an FOI

Posted on May 5, 2012 by

Last month I heard from a friend who works near the South Bank that there had been an incident and a street performer was arrested. After unsuccessfully trying to find out the details, I submitted a Freedom of Information request to … Continue reading →

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