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Flubber The Rubber Dubber

Picture: /img/library/1273687818Colourful madness jump.jpgBBL is about more than just music. Absorb a library of entertainments.... a beach holiday.... outdoor pursuits... not to mention the assorted stuff ’n’ nonsense.... participation is actively encouraged. Surrealism may not be everyone’s cup of zebra fur, but it certainly swings our chandelier.

In 2007 Beach Break Live developed its very own sense of mischief and random fun. In 2008 we forged forward with even more carefully crafted chaos; curated by the esteemed Mr. Hugo Tracey, illegitimate lovechild of David Hasselhoff and Christopher Biggins, and Jimbo, his rib tickling, cute comedy nephew. 2009 saw the wonderfully silly Bearded Kittens provide us with some of the funniest moments of the festival at The Cornish/Kentish Games Arena where the Chester boys, lap danced their way to a sensationally sordid victory over the lads from Sparta.....!

2010 will push the already vertically momentous bar higher. We’re talking:

...Silent Discos, Fancy Dress Finale’s, Workshops – burlesque, cocktail making, parkour, circus skills, magic school, mask making, yoga, craft making, knitting, graffiti battles, ballroom dancing....vintage funfair fun, beach volleyball, Ultimate Frisbee, surf trips, swimming, pub quizzes, Open Mic, WORLD CUP footie action, giant chess, giant skittles, giant dominoes – in fact all manner of things ‘giant’, Hot Tubs, street theatre, mass paint fights, market stalls, kite flying... the list goes on, and on, and on...and on a bit more. Not forgetting the music, the ski slope, the beach, the toboggan run (yes, I know, a toboggan run...totally random, but totally brilliant), and of course you guys creating your own unique festy fun.

BBL 2010 is a never ending work in progress so keep checking back for updates on everything planned for your truly epic BBL ‘oliday’. If you would like to see something in particular at BBL 2010 check out the Get Involved page on the website and...get involved! For a wee taster of 2010 shenanigans feel free to peruse the below...
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The Celtic Games 2010........Hosted By The Bearded Kittens!



Calling all soldiers of silliness. The Celtic Games are open for business! Bearded Kitten are back, bringing you a whole host of seriously silly games designed to test your wit, stamina and stupidity. Pit yourself against other teams and battle it out to the final day to lift the Golden Goblet. Crowned champions Pool Party at Michael's will be back to defend their title after winning FOUR FREE TICKETS for Beach Break Live at last years festival.

Simply ClickHere or send an e-mail to celticgames@beachbreaklive.com to join the most outrageous tournament on earth. Your e-mail must include four people, a team name, a fancy dress theme and a description of why you should be chosen. An amusing photo demonstrating your skills in absurdity will also help your cause. Make your applications funny, competition will be stiff this year we only have 28 places. Last years four semi finalists qualify automatically. See you on the flip side .............. Bearded Kitten.

Celtic Games for BBL 2010

‘Fruit Fishing’ Hilarious game where a friend has to lower a bit of fruit into the other friends mouth, only the fruit is on the end of a fishing line and the other friend is stuck to a seat. - Brilliant.
‘Jelly Wrestling’ This title needs no description. Fun to play, fun to watch and girls in bikinis smearing jelly into each other.
‘Giant Skipping’ -Can your team stay in time to break the record.
‘Slippery Tug of War’ - Teams go head to head in a fight of strength and agility, all standing on a slippery, watery tarpaulin.
‘Sumo Wrestling’ - Two Competitors fight it out wearing fat suits, the fist one to knock their opponent out of the ring, wins.
‘Granny Grand Prix’ - We dress up teams like grannies and tie their shoe laces together. The grannies then steam off over obstacles and attempting granny like activities to try and win the race.
‘Dressage’ - Couples or teams of two don a jocky out fit and a horse head, and then trot around the area trying to impress the judges (who are made up from the audience) .
‘Giant Gladiators’ - Teams of 2 tower up and become gladiators, they then battle it out and try and knock each other over with a variety of comedy weapons including a red herring and some squirty cream .
‘Backwards Sack Race’ - Competitors jump to the finish line but with a small twist - They have to do it backwards.
Fat Camp: Competitors must fight there way through an obstacle course wearing enormous comedy fat suits. Squeezing through holes that are just a tad too tight to negotiate and between bars too slight to manage. Good luck fatties!
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Jam Tart. 11pm Til 2am Every Night at 'The Leeky Sheep Pub'



Every night, as the main stages quieten down, head on over to the 'The Leeky Sheep Pub' for 'Jam Tart'. This world class jam session/open mic features a house band crafted from the finest session musicians in the UK. The 'Jam Tart' band members have previously backed artists such as Amy Winehouse, Frank Music, Pixie Lott, Plan B, Jazmine Sullivan, Basement Jaxx and VV Brown and we've invited all the major acts from 'Beach Break Live' to come and jam til the early morning, so expect to see some cameo's from your favourite artists and bands.

We're also looking for up and coming artists/bands/rappers/poets to come and play a song or two each night. If your interested in playing, send us ONE of your original songs in mp3 format ONLY (sending 2 will disqualify your entry.....sorry), we'll have a listen and if we want you to play, we'll contact you and let you know when your slot is. If you dont hear from us, its because you didnt get a slot. There are a limited number of slots available, your performance cant involve complicated instrument changes (we've gotta keep the night flowin') and there wont be a sound check earlier in the day or anything like that......this is seat of your pants performance! We'll have microphones, a drum kit, bass and guitar amps and a keyboard you can use. Feel free to bring your own guitar or bass or kazoo or trombone or meat flute or whatever it is you use, just remember it must be quick to set up!

We wont have time to learn any new material but we'd love to jam along with you if you dont mind (unless your a full band of course)?

To enter........
1. First of all, name your mp3 (on your computer) with the title of the song AND your band/artist name ? very important! (ie Horses for courses - The Jockey McTavish Four.mp3)
2. Click on the 'Soundcloud Dropbox' below and choose your mp3, it should start uploading.
3. Fill in the page as best you can (you dont need to fill in everything, if you cant or dont want to).
4. But you MUST fill in your EMAIL at the bottom of the page (so we can contact you if you've got a slot)
5. Once your track has loaded in, click 'Send Track' at the bottom of the page.....voila, you've entered. Only ONE entry per band/artist.

The closing date for entry is midnight on Monday 7th June 2010 and if your successful you'll receive an email from us by Friday 11th June 2010. Sorry we cant reply to those who are unsuccessful, but there's always next year....... GOOD LUCK!

SOUNDCLOUD Drop Box Widget Code (below)

Send me your track
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Red Bull Ents Vehicle & crew


The Reb Bull Crew are bringing the legendary ents vehicle to entertain in the usual manner. Kick back and soak in the tunes

Student Kitesurfing Association Jam Competition


Picture: /img/library/1276083640kitesurfing.jpgKitesports is one of the fastest growing sports not just across the UK but worldwide. Pembrey beach is one of the UK’s best locations for this sport with ideal conditions, so what better place to show it off.
With so many Kitesurfers coming from all the University’s across the UK we thought this would be an ideal opportunity to have a fun competition where anyone can get involved!
On one of the days during the festival (Wind Dependant) we will be holding a jam style format competition, all you will need to do is, Sign up to the Jam, go out and ride and that is it. Riders will either be judged not just on being the best, but for all types of things trying to keep it as fun as possible for people of all abilities.
Not into kitesurfing yet? Well why not give it ago at the event with Blast Kite Boarding. They will be offering lessons on the beach for complete novices so once you have seen what can be done on the water you can then go give it ago!
Competition Requirements : Be up and riding safely & bring proof of 3rd Party Liability Insurance (BKSA, BPKA Etc..). No Insurance no riding, sorry to be the kill joy!

Freestyle Kite Buggying Demo


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Beach Break Live is proud to present some of the world’s finest Kitebuggy Freestyle riders to showcase the extreme end of traction kiting. Craig Sparkes and Will McKean, members of the Traction Kiting Team at Flexifoil, a global leader in power kiting, will be showcasing a world class demonstration of their talents, hot from recent International demonstrations in Las Vegas as well as national tournaments here in the UK.
You’ll be amazed to see the phenomenal lift, power and speed that these guys can generate to perform exceptional tricks and stunts using just the forces of nature. Get your adrenaline pumping just by watching, then be sure to grab yourself a kite and have a go!
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The All New Retro Fun Run


Pull out your retro sports gear and lace up your sneakers ­ the BBL festival run wants you to join its team. Take part in an 80s style aerobic warm-up:
squats, lunges and Mr Motivator arm curls obligatory, before zooming around the sun-drenched (trainers crossed!) festival site like a giant 80s dressed snake.

Cruising up hill and down dale you'll take in all the BBL highlights, from the beer tents, sandcastles and ski slopes to the stages and sandpits so there'll be no missing out on any festival shenanigans after this whistle stop Jane Fonda guided tour! A sprint finish along the sands will see our 80s troupe reach their climax. High Fives all round and prizes for the best muscles/flashiest lycra/fastest feet will include sportswear, make-up, eats and treats. Feel adrenaline pumped and get ready to party!

Donate 50p on sign up to go in BBL's charity pot. Coz giving feels grand.
Sign up now at info@beachbreaklive.com or head to the activities tent on the first day to find out the skinny. You don't need to be Linford Christie to join our team, but a technicoloured crop top/cod piece might help. Start limbering up and get ready, set go!
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Free Running with The Urban Heroes


The Urban Heroes Free Runners are returning to Beach Break Live 2010!
Anyone who saw them last year will be pleased to hear that the Urban Heroes are back. The Free Runners will perform amazing acrobatic feats on a purpose-built structure, performing 3 shows every day, and be jamming the rest of the time. If you fancy trying your hand at Free Running, the team will be running an Extreme Hangover Cure every morning, come on down and sweat out that alcohol!
Urban Heroes Online
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The Plastic Hearts


The Plastic Hearts return for their 3rd year in a row. Purveyors of glamour, glitter and gaiety. With a silk clad hand full of glitter and their traveling beauty boudoir they are ready to turn festival goers into unicorns, tigers, dreamscapes and goblins, come join on the green for a make over. By night the plastic hearts form their infamous flash mobs and will be showering the masses in a lethal cocktail of paint,glitter and feathers.
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The Relaxation Room


Come along and get extra chillaxed in the Relaxation Room. 4 therapists are ready and waiting to give you taster sessions in the following techniques:
Back, neck & shoulder massage
Reflexology
Indian Head massage
Hand massage
Mini manicure or Foot massage
Reiki
Bowen technique
A bargain £7 for one of these wonderful treatments...book in early at the Relaxation Room and don't miss out!
£2 for 1 hour workshop 11am in the Lost Gardens everyday
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Yoga


Come along and have a go at yoga. You will need to do some stretching to clean out those livers and stretch out their backs after a night in the tent! A perfect relaxation session and also super good for your bod!
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Beach Aerobics


Nothing sorts out a hang over like a bit of moving and shaking on the beach. A combination of super these super cool moves will be sure to get the blood pumping.
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Magic School


Release your inner magician at the BBL Magic School with Ollie Mealing! He'll be holding magic masterclasses as well as wowing the masses around the site with his skills - so sign up for a workshop at the event and look out for him amongst the crowds. Here's a wee bit about the man, the legend, the magician...

At just eighteen years old, Ollie Mealing is one of the UK's youngest and most talented professional card magicians. From Plymouth to Edinburgh and everywhere in between, Ollie has been invited to amaze the guests and VIP's at hundreds of events with his outstanding level of card magic. With performances at nearly every major UK festival as well as countless appearances at private and corporate events, Ollie's abilities really do have to be seen to be believed!
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Dirty Beach


Over the years dirtybeach have made sandy mirth at music festivals and set mighty world records. Sandy Andy has made some amazing beach sets and now his team are producing their own TV show, which you could be part of this year at Beach Break Live. They build installations, both big and small, throw the best beach parties around and tend to clean up loads of rubbish and litter off the beach as they go. The dirtybeach crew recycle art and inspire creativity in all who get involved.
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The Silent Disco


Back for their second year at Beach Break live, SilentArena bring their Silent Disco know-how and DJs to the festival to keep the party going until late. With two DJs playing simultaneously on different channels, both playing a huge range of music that’s sure to get you dancing and singing. Now a popular event at both festivals and nightclubs worldwide putting you back in charge of what you listen to the Silent Disco by SilentArena is guaranteed to be busy. SilentArena are the UKs premier Silent Disco provider with capacity for over 3000 participants catering for events across the globe.
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Madame Gaga and the Hussy Divas!


Enjoy the wonderful and wacky world of Gaga and experience the tribute that as close to the real thing as you will get. Madame Gaga's 100% live vocals are astounding through the entire show. The Hussy Divas choreography and routines performed by proffessional dancers alongside Madame Gaga are highly energetic and eye popping.

"This Amazing GAGA Tribute Show has to be seen to be believed. Full of passion and fire, and stunning vocals they will set the stage alight in any venue!" Wiggy-Real Radio. Wales.
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Owen Doel Introduces...


After performing to a packed out tent at last years BBL, student comic Owen Doel is back. After being a hit with the crowds, the welsh comedian will introducing some of the finest student stand-ups in the country. His brand of observational stand-up is the perfect way to chillout at the festival and a great chance to see the next generation of UK comics.
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The Fancy Dress Finale...MUSICAL LEGENDS!


There will be full fancy dress support at the festival from our very own Dancy Fesser's and giving you the perfect opportunity to abuse paper mache and lay into the latex. Dressing up is encouraged but not compulsory (but anyone who’s anyone will be) (so do) (or we’ll dress you)

Burlesque Shows and Workshops


Hotcake Kitty!
Hotcake Kitty is a top cat international burlesque performer, she has recently been crowned, winner of the first heat of 'Burlesque Idol'. She has been topped as one to watch in 2010 and is currently touring the UK with stars such as Polly Rae and Amber Topaz.
With a cheeky little twinkle in her eyes and the grace of a Disneyland princess this hotcake will light up the stage with her smile!
So watch out for Hotcake Kitty! she is one all round glamour puss and she is here to share her cream...
Hotcake Kitty! ONLINE
Lady Cheek
She's a Lady with a lot of Cheek!!! A saucy little temptress, with bags of wit and a few surprises up her sleeve or should I say skirt!! Performer, Burlesquer, Comedienne, Actor, Director, Teacher and Founder of The Cheek of It! Burlesque School this naughty little vixen has performed internationally in venues across the UK, Italy and Serbia.
The Cheek Of It!
The Cheek Of It Burlesque School is one of the best in the uk and currently teaches over 600 ladies a year with 60% of graduates entering established burlesque uk burlesque competitions winning 1st place and 30% coming second or runner up! How fabulous! So watch out for The Cheek of It! Taster workshops happening around the festival so join us for a shimmytastic time.
Lady Cheek ONLINE
Cheek Of It Burlesque School ONLINE
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Voice workshops with Jaspreet


This vocal workshop is open to all ages and abilities, and explores fun, easy and creative ways of expressing your voice and learning songs. You will be sinking your teeth into some nice juicy harmonies, singing in different languages, playing with rhythmic vocal sounds and drama games. Whether you sing in the shower or on stage, we want your voice here coz its the perfect way to start your day!
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BIG WAVE FLAGS


Big Wave Flags will be bringing along their 8 metre tall flags in combinations of white, silver, ivory, champagne, yellow, gold, red, purple, green, blue and more. Each and every flag is different and all are handmade in their studio overlooking the North Cornish coastline. Big Wave Flags will make Beach Break Live stand out above the crowd…
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GODDESS BELLY DANCERS


We are The Goddess Belly Dancers. The group came together in 2006 and became a community group in 2008. We all love to dance and have supported many local charity events, carnivals and private functions. Members of the group are all from the local community. We are a fusion of traditional Egyptian and Tribal styles of dance and have drummers to heighten the atmosphere of of our routines. Our dancing includes veils, sticks, zills, swords and Isis Wings.
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Other Fun


There will be plenty of other shennanigans going on including Craftwork Courses, Retro Fun Runs, wicked Grafitti Artists, Kiteboarding displays down at the beach, Unmissable Paint Fights and so many workshops you may miss all the music.
Stay tuned for updates.........