Grand OpeningWelcome to Theatre Equus

The TributeFairy Tales and DreamsPresentation of ColorsThe National Anthem

BelieverEye of the Tiger

Extreme Bridleless

The Mike & Tito Show Interchangeable Horseman

Grand LiberteDon’t Drink and Ride

Whatever It TakesGalloping Glitter

Awesome AussiesFast, Fearless & Fabulous

Grand Finale: Farewell Until Next Year

FRIDAY & SATURDAYMARCH 1 & 2, 2019 | 8:30PM

Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex, Harrisburg, PA

Are you ready to be thrilled? Are you ready to have fun? Are you ready to fall in love with the beauty of the horse all over again?

Then you are ready for Theatre Equus!

THE 2019 THEATRE EQUUS LINEUP

Reserved seat tickets are available online at www.horseworldexpo.com or in the lobby during Horse World Expo. Ticket prices are $15.00, $19.00, $21.00 and $27.00.

HORSE WORLD EXPO PRESENTS

Grand OpeningWelcome to Theatre Equus - Surprises are just around the Corner! Be prepared to be amazed and enchanted. Fairy tales do come true!

The TributeThis is a colorful & exciting homage to America’s symbol of freedom.Performed by: Trixie Chicks Trick RidersBased out of Mississippi, Kelsey Lauberth was crowned the 2016 Women’s Champion at the North American Trick Riding Championships.

Fairy Tales and DreamsEnter the magical Vis-à-vis with special guests; Fairy Tales will come true this evening.Performed by: Deep Creek Farm & Shenandoah Carriage Company with Curt Pierce, Kelly Wright, Amanda Malone & special guestsLocated in Mathias, WV, and Front Royal, VA, the Norwegian Fjords, Ulend and Solvar are pulling the Vis-à-vis carriage tonight.

Presentation of ColorsPerformed by: Zembo Mounted Patrol, Captain Roger Cackovic, Barry Strock, Dale Martin, Bill Graby and Troy SherwinThe Zembo Mounted Patrol, based in Harrisburg, PA, rides to promote the Shrine of North America, the Zembo Shrine and Shriners Hospitals for Children. They have participated in parades locally and in most major cities in the continental United States, winning more first and second place trophies for the Parade and Musical Drill than any other horse unit in the Shrine of North America.

The National AnthemA live performancePerformed by: Lindy HildLindy Hild is an avid horse person and a professionally trained vocalist. She has performed with the Pittsburgh and Harrisburg Symphony Orchestras, sung with James Levine and performed in lead roles in numerous amateur theatre musicals. Lindy will appear at the Expo all weekend with her Norwegian Fjord mare.

BelieverWatch as this pair demonstrate the invisible bond they share by communicating and performing at liberty. There’s no strings attached!Performed by: Luke Gingerich Luke specializes in liberty horsemanship, offering demos, clinics, private lessons and online video coaching. His goal is to educate others to utilize effective communication to build a stronger relationship with their horses at liberty.

Eye of the TigerCarriage driving is more than pretty clothes and fancy hats and this is no Sunday drive in the country! These ponies LOVE what they do; cheer them on and watch them go faster and faster!Performed by: Pam Kister of Grey Horse Stable LLC and Sarah Reitz-Bates from High Hopes FarmCombined Driving requires great courage, skill and stamina. Drivers Pam and Sarah are joined by their navigators Leslie Bottaro and Gracie Seely along with ponies GHS Piper, GHS Cricket, High Hopes Seabring and High Hopes Onyx. Drivers communicate with the ponies using rein and voice while Navigators help balance the carriage to keep wheels on the ground in turns.

Extreme BridlelessOne Off-The-Track Thoroughbred and human partner will enthrall the crowds with this display of bridleless horsemanship; uncover the ultimate beauty of horse and rider.Performed by: Lindsey Partridge and Trivia Time, her beautiful ThoroughbredThis performance is inspired by their championship ride at the 2016 Thoroughbred Makeover. Lindsey is the founder of Harmony Horsemanship, trainer for feature films and 3-time champion at the International Retired Racehorse Project’s Thoroughbred Makeover. Lindsey excels at developing a calm connection that creates trust and a willingness to please.

The Mike & Tito ShowYou will smile, laugh and have loads of fun as Mike and Tito, viral internet sensations, come to life here at Theatre Equus. Watch as they show what the “World’s Most Versatile Horse” can do!Performed by: The Horse Guru-Michael Gascon on his Paso Fino Stallion, TitoMichael travels around the world fixing problem horses, starting colts, and helping equestrians create a better bond with their horse to reach their equine goals. Bringing it back to his roots, Michael is here to showcase his favorite breed of horse and amazing partner, the Paso Fino Stallion named Tito!

Interchangeable HorsemanWatch as this incredible partnership of horse and human take you on a journey through a range of riding styles with a strong focus on fun and frivolity!Performed by: Guy McLean and his horse HonourHonour was started at Horse World Expo 2 years ago and had the first four rides of his life in this very arena; this will be his debut under the spotlights! Guy and the Team have performed as part of Horse World Expo, the National Finals Rodeo Celebrations in Las Vegas and the Royal Winter Fair in Toronto Canada.

Grand LiberteThe ultimate in equestrian dance, you will be mesmerized by this heart-felt performance. Four horses and their trainer work as one. Performed by: Sylvia Zerbini, Trueno her Andalusian Stallion and “The 3 Amigos”Sylvia, Cavalia and Odessiyo’s Liberty trainer is known around the world for her performances. This year Sylvia will be riding her high-school Dressage horse Tueno while working her three Andalusian Arabians and Stallion, Mustache, at liberty.

Don’t Drink and RideChief Bear Paw will steal the show and you will cheer and laugh as he teaches his friend David Donnert why you should never drink and ride!Performed by: David Donnert and his equine partner Chief Bear PawDavid comes from one of the most famous European equestrian families. After traveling all over Europe for most of his life, David and his family decided to come to America to continue to showcase their equestrian talents in many disciplines. Tonight he showcases the strong relationship between a man and his horse in this one-of-a-kind act.

Whatever It TakesPrepare to be inspired by challenging reining maneuvers choreographed to music without a bridle and reins. You’ll be on the edge of your seat as you watch these thrilling maneuvers, choreographed to music and performed bridleless.Performed by: Luke Gingerich and his American Quarter Horse RioLuke competes in reining and ranch versatility. He was Reserve Champion in the 2017 All American Quarter Horse Congress Non-Pro Freestyle Reining and was a Top 3 Finalist in the 2018 Congress Open Freestyle Reining.

Galloping GlitterHang on tight! Things could get scary, they could get daring, they could get just darn right FUN! Riding two horses at one time, while at daring speeds, excitement is sure to follow!Performed by: Ashley Pletcher and her team of American Paint Horses Magua and DakotaAshley, with Keystone Equine Entertainment, performs many types of acts across the country in rodeo, circus, horse expos and other events. She trains at her home barn in Thomasville, NC teaching Roman riding, trick riding, liberty work, trick horses and general horsemanship.

Awesome AussiesExpect the Unexpected! From outstanding feats of athleticism and true collection, to moments of astonishing trust and respect, witness five beings connected as one.Performed by: Guy McLean and his team Spinabbey, Hope, Mate and Denny.Internationally renowned Australian horseman & entertainer, Guy McLean, is a proud Queenslander that has taken Australia to the World through his horsemanship, bush poetry and double handed stockwhip mastery. He is here to show what Australia is about with his Team of best mates by his side.

Fast, Fearless & FabulousHow many ways can you ride a horse?? Front flips, back flips, hanging upside down. These extreme equestrians take horseback riding to a whole new level!Performed by: Trixie Chicks Trick Riders, The Horse Guru-Michael Gascon and their horses King, Cookie, Cody and LightningBased out of Mississippi, these talented riders are guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat as they perform death defying stunts. Kelsey Lauberth and her group, Trixie Chicks Trick Riders, perform around the world at equine events and PRCA rodeos. Tonight, we are honored to present to you one of their feature trick riding horses, KING, who is also the 2018 Portrait Breyer Horse model. You can’t miss him, he’s the flashy Palomino Paint!

Grand FinaleOne final and exciting farewell from our performers.

Theatre Equus, A Musical Equine Revue is directed, scripted and narrated by Wayne Williams.

Theatre Equus is a production of Equestrian Promotions, Inc. | Bel Air, MD 21014 - www.horseworldexpo.com

THEATRE EQUUS 2019