Artists & Performers
: New Act!
: A Returning Favorite!
Last Night Perry 2007 is produced by a committee of community members and the Perry Rotary Club. Last Night Perry receives grant assistance from Reality Check, the Wyoming County District Attorney's Stop-DWI program and the NYS Council on the Arts Decentralization Program, administered in Wyoming County by the Arts Council for Wyoming County.
THE STREET FAIR
Sand Art
Sponsored by In Site:Architecture
Create an artistic masterpiece with sand! Plenty of bottle shapes and colors to choose from.
The Fines
First set sponsored by Hawley's Lumberyard Restaurant
Second set sponsored by J.N. White Designs
This duo's zest for life permeates their music. Their mix of vocals and guitar and mandolin instrumentals complements a variety of styles, from folk to disco to southern rock. You.ll be sure to stop and listen as you stroll through the Street Fair.
Face Painting
Mugsy sponsored by W. Glenn Sedam, Inc.
Mary Houston sponsored by Perry Marketplace
Mugsy the Clown (Margaret Galton) and Mary Houston of Your Art's Desire will delight participants with unique hand-designed facial art.
"Mr. Scribbles!"
Sponsored by Trestle Realty, Inc./Perry Public Storage, LLC.
Mr. Scribbles, Michael Sparling, will dazzle children of all ages with creative interpretations of anyone's whimsical scribblings. www.mrscribbles.com
AIRPLAY - Hallway performance
Sponsored by The Hole in the Wall Restaurant and the Perry Herald and Shopper
Juggling, unicycling, stilt-walking, and other entertainment will be the pleasure of this Street Fair appearance. Magnificent technical skills and effective showmanship will make the entry hall come alive.
Caricaturists
Sponsored by CPAC, Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, Inc., Family Furniture and Complete Payroll Processing, Dumbleton Used Auto Parts, Inc. and Arnold & Sharyon Dueppengiesser
Adam English, Bill Gallagher and Matt Hylton are professional caricaturists who have worked in many prestigious venues. You.ll be amazed at how quickly and accurately these artists can sketch humorous renditions of all comers. www.adamenglish.us, www.caricaturesbymatt.20m.com
Paper Airplane Making Workshop with Jeff Peden
Sponsored by Elitsac Lumber and Rental Center
Plane-making as an art, not as a study hall activity.
Spin Art Station
Sponsored by Bonadio & Company, LLP
Splatter, splash and paint your way to fun! Each child will create unique art work to bring home.
James Swatt - Magician
Sponsored by Pepsi-Cola Bottling, Batavia
This locally popular magician is sure to amaze audiences with his sleight of hand and charming magician's demeanor.
Girl Scout Craft Table
Sponsored by Cindy Pond, RCSW & Associates
Come and try your hand at these creative and fun take-home crafts taught by the Girl Scouts.
Perry the Last Night Sea Serpent
Sponsored by M&T Bank
Perry will make his presence known throughout much of the evening. Watch for his line dancing and adventurous antics. What a serpent!
ROOM ACTS
Last Night Perry Unplugged Cafe
Sponsored by Five Star Bank
Enjoy high-caliber music, hilarious comedy and free gourmet coffee and desserts in an intimate setting
Climbing Wall
Sponsored by Pioneer Credit Recovery
Experience the thrill of reaching the 26' summit in a safe environment. But reaching the peak is only half the fun; just wait until you descend! There are several different walls from which to start your climb.
A Clown is Born
Sponsored by Burt's Lumber
Watch as Kathleen Jeffers becomes Coco the Clown! This gentle transformation is entertaining for all and very comfortable for youngsters that are afraid of clowns. Learn about clowning history and what it takes to become a professional clown while enjoying laughs, good times and happy thoughts. magicofmrj1.tripod.com
Circus Stations
Sponsored by Paddock's Breeding Service
Ever dream about joining the circus? Gain all the skills you need for your new profession at the Last Night Perry circus stations! Learn how to apply make-up, how to juggle, and how to make a balloon animal. magicofmrj1.tripod.com
Charcoal Corral's Bounce Hut
Sponsored by the Charcoal Corral
Bounce yourself into the New Year in this inflatable bounce hut. www.charcoalcorral.com
The Reptile Guy
Sponsored by The Bank of Castile/Tompkins Insurance Agency
Join us on a Last Night Safari! The Reptile Guy grew up caring for exotic animals at his family's petting zoo. His involvement at an early age has developed into a life-long passion for reptiles. Learn about, see and touch reptiles of all sorts. www.thereptileguys.com
Magic with Rob and Carol Allen
Sponsored by Walmart Super Center - Geneseo
These mystifying magicians have performed across the United States and Canada. Today their work centers around their native Western New York, including daily summertime performances at the NYS visitor's center in Niagara Falls, and a Holiday Magic show at the Niagara Falls Convention Center.
Tiny Glover - family comedy
Sponsored by Letchworth Family Medicine, PC, Dueppengiesser Dairy Company, NAPA Auto Parts of Warsaw - Perry
Be ready to laugh when Tiny Glover takes the stage! Tiny has been working as a stand-up comic and storyteller for many years and currently presents his show to great regional acclaim. He was a standing room only hit when he last appeared at our event, and he promises good, clean, hilarious fun for all ages. www.tinyglover.com
Dave the Dancing DJ
Sponsored by SignLanguage, Inc.
During this performance, area line dancers will be able to show off their steps, watch demonstrations, learn new moves and celebrate in style. Castile-based David Lee is well-known regionally as a line dancing instructor and disc jockey.
Puppet Power
Sponsored by Wyoming County Community Hospital
Everyone loves a puppet show, especially one that features audience participation! In Puppet Power, puppets get into all kinds of trouble, and constantly call on problem-solving kids to help them. magicofmrj1.tripod.com
McMahon School of Irish Dance
Sponsored by David Shearing and Eleanor Jacobs
McMahon School was established in 2001 by champion Irish dancer, Moira McMahon. She has danced competitively and for exhibition since the age of four and has consistently placed in the top ten across America and Canada since the age of ten. Tonight, her students will display many types of Irish dances as well as teach some basic steps to audience members. If time allows after their performance, they will join Kindred for some spontaneous performances! www.mcmahonirishdance.com
Sarah Chasey
Sponsored by Silver Meadows Farms
Sarah Chasey, mezzo soprano, is a 2004 graduate of Perry Central School. She studied at Eastman during high school and began college at the Crane School of Music. Sarah is currently a Vocal Performance major at Nazareth College and has performed with the Crane Opera Ensemble and Nazareth Chamber Choir. She gave two concerts at local Arts Councils this summer.
Creek Bend
First set sponsored by Burlingham Books
Second set sponsored by Rebar Detailing Services and Southview Farm
This long-standing Western New York ensemble specializes in both contemporary and traditional bluegrass with a smattering of Cajun, country and humor. Theyve won the Gettysburg and Erie County Fair Bluegrass Championships and their five recordings have been hailed with critical acclaim. Bluegrass fans, youre going to love Creek Bend! www.creekbendband.com
Ernie and Andy Lawrence
First set sponsored by Seneca Foods
Second set sponsored by Perry Veterinary Clinic, LLC and Table Rock Farm, Inc.
Home-grown musicians Ernie and Andy Lawrence bring an eclectic mix to the Cafe stage. This father and son duo focuses on
folk and throws in some blues, country, jazz and rock and roll for good measure. Ernie is a self-taught guitarist, who
began playing with bands in the 1960s. He took a multi-decade public performance break until this year when he and Andy
began creating music together.
Karaoke Kid-Bob Miles
First set sponsored by Oldies but Goodies Car Club
Second and third sets sponsored by Reality Check
Join us for Karaoke, where you are the star! Local Karaoke legend Bob Miles will perform three sets, with prizes for outstanding performances. www.karaokekidsales.com
Texas Son
First set sponsored by American Classic Outfitters
Second set sponsored by Wegmans Geneseo
Just when you think you've heard it all, out of the blue(s) comes a righteous blues guitar slinger named Texas Son. The Son has been playing his trademark Telecaster in various blues bars and juke joints in Upstate New York for over two decades and has opened for Roomful of Blues, Ronnie Earl, Duke Robillard and Joe Beard. His band joins him tonight, and they promise some hard-driving music that's guaranteed to fill the dance floor - a perfect act to bring together the community from 10 pm through the countdown to midnight! www.texasonblues.com
Trilogy
First set sponsored by Brian's USA Diner
Second set sponsored by the Gregory Wolcott Memorial Fund and by Lamb and Webster, Inc.
Trilogy is a local favorite, featuring Eric Kelly, Dana Hurlburt, Guy Macaluso and Tom Kwiecien. The band enjoys having fun with the audience - you never know when a limbo contest might pop up! With over 20 years of experience, Trilogy knows what to play to get people celebrating.
Improv Dads Grab Bag Game Show
First set sponsored by Horizon Wind Energy
Second set sponsored by Grover & Bates Associates
The Amazing Improv Dads are professional improvisers, artists, teachers and fun "dads" who love kids. They have performed in New York, Pennsylvania and beyond. Tonight, they will present a hilarious game show where the audience is part of the fun. There will be trivia questions, physical challenges and some funny stunts, plus prizes! Come ready to join in the fun! www.improvdads.com
AIRPLAY: Comedy Juggling
Sponsored by John and Sarah's Restaurant
Jeff Peden and Rich Hughson will grace the Last Night auditorium stage with a fast-paced variety show in the vaudeville tradition. Jeff is a Last Night veteran, and Rich has decades of clowning and physical comedy experience. Tonight's performance includes juggling, clowning and unicycling with a touch of music, mayhem and madness. Don't miss this great show! www.airplayjugglers.com
Last Night Perry Kids' Giveaway
Sponsored by Betty Rice, Schmidt & Volk, CPAs, PC, McClurg Chevrolet Pontiac Buick Inc., McClurg Chrysler Dodge Jeep, Donald G. Butler Construction Inc., Basil's Repairs, Mooney Construction, Inc., Sparta Farms and Mucher Erectors
A fabulous award awaits the first 100 kids through the doors.
Welcome 2008 Celebration
Sponsored by Perry Rotary
A spectacular balloon drop & a midnight surprise for a fitting conclusion to a fabulous Last Night.
SPORTS NIGHT PERRY
A New Year's Eve adventure for Last Night Perry. An evening so exciting that one building could not hold it all! Check in at the Elementary/Middle School, head over to Perry High School between 7-11:30pm and enjoy a full roster of organized, rotating sports fun with the Sports Night Perry team! Your admission fee covers both locations. Transportation between schools will be available.
Swimming - from 7-9pm
Sponsored by Creative Food Ingredients
Lifeguards will be on duty during this open swim. Bring your own bathing suit and towel.
Sports Arcade
Sponsored by the Village of Perry Recreation Department
Play pong pong, foosball, pinball, and other arcade games.
Football
Sponsored by Wyoming County DA's Stop-DWI program
Skill challenges, passing, receiving and more.
Basketball
Sponsored by by Wyoming County DA's STOP-DWI program
Shooting contests, games challenges and fun.
Dodgeball
Sponsored by by Wyoming County DA's STOP-DWI program
Experience the fun of this classic gymnasium game.
Obstacle Course
Sponsored by the Charcoal Corral
Challenge a friend to crawl into the tunnel, race through the bouncy bollards, scale the wall and slide down the other
side. Fun for all ages!
