Guy Collins is a juggler who has traveled around the world. He now lives in Bennington. He will perform at Monument Arts Center this weekend. He talked about his life and how he became a performer. Guy grew up in Marietta, Georgia, then moved to England when he was a child. He worked as a travel agent before becoming a street performer in Paris. He has traveled to many countries like Australia, India, and Nepal. Guy performs at fairs, Renaissance festivals, and cruise ships. He also teaches juggling and balancing workshops. He loves making people laugh and wants his shows to be unique. If you want to see Guy perform, go to Monument Arts Center on March 1 at 7 p.m. You can also join the Wellness Weekend on March 1 and 2 for more activities like yoga and dancing. Tickets are available on the Monument Arts Center website. Enjoy the show!
Vocabulary List:
- Perform /pərˈfɔːrm/ (verb): To carry out or execute a task or activity especially as part of a public show.
- Unique /juːˈniːk/ (adjective): Being the only one of its kind; unlike anything else.
- Workshops /ˈwɜːrkʃɑːps/ (noun): Meetings at which a group of people engage in intensive discussion and activity on a particular subject.
- Balancing /ˈbæl.ən.sɪŋ/ (verb): To keep or put (something) in a steady position so that it does not fall.
- Festival /ˈfɛstɪvəl/ (noun): A special occasion or celebration often marked by events activities and entertainment.
- Juggling /ˈdʒʌɡlɪŋ/ (verb): The act of keeping multiple objects in motion in the air by catching and throwing them repeatedly.



