Two Amuse Angela Brown & Mehlinda Heartt   Baroque & Renaissance Music, dance, song, theatre, puppetry, costumes and Commedia del'Arte      Dressing the Countess A "Lady in Waiting" from the Renaissance, dresses Countess Mehlinda, preparing her for a Masquerade Ball. At the ball, the Countess will meet her suitor, the Duke, for the first time.   A Renaissance Dance "Venus & Neptune Everyone who attends will dress as gods or goddesses from the ancient Greek or Roman periods. A French Dancing Master from the first dancing school formed in France by the great Sun King, Louis X1V in 1661. The Dancing Master instructs the audience in the art of dancing, snging and acting from the Baroque period Crowing a king . In the above photo, The French Dancing Master crowns a King. All must practice and prepare all for the appearance of King Louis X1V himself! Harlequin & Columbina Comic scenes from "Two Amuse" in Commedia del'Arte (the comic "lazzi")   Quotes "It is with genuine enthusiasm that I recommend the young performers who entertained at Brock House in Vancouver, for the Society's programme "Music & Laughter" The entertainment was tasteful, tuneful and varied. Altogether approachable and fun. " Phyllis Lavelle, Member & Co-ordinator, Brock House, Vancouver, B.C. 2001 Two Amuse has performed with Public Dreams Society many times. They are accomplished performers , adept at drawing out their audiences and creating a relationship with them. Their professional demeanor and high skill level have impressed and delighted our clients." Robin de Pelham, Special Event Services, June 2003 "Our students thoroughly enjoyed the performance. Angela Brown & Mehlinda Heartt are very experienced performers and know how to relate to an audience. Their presentation of Two Amuse, made history come alive and the fabulous costumes left a visual impact. The color, the music and the erergy gave a flavor of life long ago in the "Baroque & Renaissance" times." Mrs. Joy Nucich, Pierre Elliott Trudeau Elementary, Vancouver, B.C.November 5, 2003 "Learned about the era"...We were not just there to be entertained, it was serious and fun." ..."A great history lesson"..."It gave us great ideas." Commments from students at Trudeau Elementary Angela & Mehlinda performing Baroque dance VanDuesen Gardens, Vancouver, B.C.2003   About the Artists Mehlinda is a professional Harpist, Opera singer, Dancer (Historical & Flamenco), Costume/Set Designer and bulider. She is Artistic Director of Pacific Handel Opera Society and is presently recording her own CD, Queen of Harps. She has taught Voice at Dorset College in Vancouver and teaches privately as well. Angela is a professional actor, dancer and singer. She has been studding, teaching and performing Baroque and Renaissance Dance and Theatre for the past eight years. Angela has worked as Movement Director for Pacific Handel Opera Society in their production of Semele. She teaches Baroque dance through the Greater Vancouver Historical Performance Society (GVHPS). In 2001/2002, Angela taught Renaissance Dance in Summerland B.C. for the Goodwill Shakespeare Festival and has taught Renaissance & Baroque Dance as well as Clown and Acting at The Okanagan School of the Arts, B.C. Angela and Mehlinda dance, sing and act in various productions with the Greater Vancouver Historical Performance Society. They have both taught Renaissance Dance through Langara College, Vancouver and for (GVHPS)   A Muse Performance & Workshops available by individual artists in Renaissance and Baroque dance, music and theatre . Quotes " The content of Angela's presentation was enriching and instructive, and she was able to create a positive and supportive learning environment. her affable and energetic personality and professional expertise made the workshop valuable for all present". Donald P. Connely, Vice President NSMTA, Continuing Teacher Education, February, 2003 " The students and organizers were delighted by Angela's workshop - she was tireless in her presentation of the material and well organized. Her enthusiam was infectious." Linda Beaven, Organizer of Goodwill Shakespeare Festival, Summerland. B.C. For information/booking email Angela For booking of Opera performances and Harp presentations contact Mehlinda at harpistry@hotmail.com     www.dreamweavers.com/harpistry