Cartoon of The Day

 

 Taken at a stage play in Antiquity for the Relay, "It's A Jungle Out There." I snapped a picture in the middle of the costume changes, when with one guy the ape mask was one of the last things to go. 

 

By Bisyl Shuftan.  

 

SL Video: "2026 Fantasy Faire - MerryJest: The Book of Tangles"

 

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 From Bain Finch on May 10, "MerryJest performs The Book of Tangles at 2026 Fantasy Faire. Inspired and dedicated to the blessed memory to dear friends."

 

 

The Fantasy Faire Winds Down

 

 

The weekend of May 9 and 10 would see the last of the Faire's official events, aside from ongoing ones. Among those on Saturday May 9 was a showing of a stage performance at 4PM, "The Book of Tangles" with Justine Johndory as Alice and Merryjest Starchild as the Cheshire Cat (natural choice).

 

 Close to about eighty saw the show, and the cast got a roaring round of applause. There was a video made, which should be available for the Newser soon.

 

 Sunday May 10 would have fewer official events. The big one was the Live Auction at the Golden Hour sim. The place was packed with well over a hundred present. 

 

 On Monday May 11 was "The Final Ravedown," which on paper ran from 11 AM to 7PM, though probably went on longer.

 

 Avatars of all shapes and sizes danced away, regular humans being a tiny minority from what I saw the short time I was there. Supposedly glowsticks were not allowed because of a certain incident, one that supposedly happened again last tear. But I doubt anyone was paying attention.

 

 While some no doubt partied for hours, others were shopping, casually exploring the sims, or doing the Fairelands Quest, part two taking place in Kallissaya. 

 

 There are some obstacles to overcome, such as finding the elusive Boyd the bird. For those who get stuck, there's often a helping hand in Fairelands chat. 

 

And on Wednesday at 12 Noon is an encore performance of  "The Book of Tangles" for those who missed it the first time or just want to see it again.

 

Enjoy the rest of the Faire,

 

Bixyl Shuftan 

 

Cartoon of The Day: Ordinary Girl

 

 Taken at the Relaystock, Among the performers was singer Erika Ordinary. 

 

By Bixyl Shuftan 

 

SL Video: "The Dollmaker"

 

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From Akiko Kinoshi on October 25 2025, "The Night Theatre presents: THE DOLLMAKER Recorded October 18 2025 at Fallen Gods in Second Life 'At the end of the worlds, at the last refuge of a universe, lives a lone magician and creator of mechanical things. Driven by the wanting of companionship he works, day and night, to find a way to bring life to another like him. Another to work beside him, as time ticks on, to the tune of their mechanical hearts. He has yet to discover the way to empower such a heart with energy that lasts beyond moments. So his searching keeps on, for minutes and moments and lifetimes.' The Dollmaker "Join us for an evening with the magic of Theatre and a special show just for the Anniversary Festival (of Fallen Gods). The Dollmaker is a new performance by "The Night Theater" and will be performed at the Anniversary twice... Hope to see you there ..." Alia Baroque The Night Theatre Dancers: Aelva Fairelander Six Ethereal Stevie Morane Basevi Sam Puren"

Cartoon of The Day: Putting Your Foot Down

 

 Taken at the Raglan Shire Wootstock. At one point, the performer Merryjest had his foot in the air, which I caught on camera.

 

Sometimes a guy's just gotta put his foot down about something.

 

By Bixyl Shuftan

 

"A Child’s Journey Through Cancer: The Musical"

 

The "I Pink I Can" fundraiser to help raise money to combat breast cancer is over. While it took place, there were a number of events. Among them was a stage play done by Patty Flow with the help of a number of other Relayers: "A Child's Journey Through Cancer: The Musical." Yours truly attended. So how did it go?

Read the story in Events.

 

SL Renaissance Festival Concludes, I Pink I Can Continues

 

 

This weekend was the conclusion of the Renaissance Festival in Second Life. Among the events in the sims south of American Cancer Society was at 1PM Saturday when Jaycatt and Frogg performed at the Minstrel Stage. At the event, Jaycatt had a limited edition pet dragon on his shoulder, which people could get for a small donation. 

Elsewhere at the Ren Fest, there were tournaments. I would witness a round of jousting. It was close, ending 5 to 4. 

And of course there was the shopping, at numerous stores. 

While the Ren Fest may be ending, "I Pink I Can" is still going on, in the sims north of American Cancer Society. On Sunday at 1PM was a stage play, "A Child’s Journey Through Cancer: The Musical." It would show "the story of a child’s journey through cancer told in music and dance. It takes us through the fear, joy and hope experienced in a cancer journey." It was done and directed by Patty Flow of "Roos With A Dream," with some of her teammates taking part, as well as other Relayers.

 

Both the Ren Fest and I Pink I Can raise money for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. 

More on I Pink I Can later. The event goes on to Sunday October 20.

Bixyl Shuftan

 

SL Video: "Spy vs Spy - Misfit Dance & Performance Art in Second Life"

 

 

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From Misfit_Dance SL in June 2017

 

Friday Night Enjoyment at Elysium

 

Dancerina Starlight recently went to Elysium. Located high above the Copperhead Road sim, this stage had a number of performances on the Friday night she attended. So what was it like?

 

 Read Dancerina's article in Design. 

Announcement: Join us at the SL Living Expo by being an Event Stage Sponsor!

 

 Clubs, Venues, Groups and Communities can sign up to be an Event Stage Sponsor, taking over 2 hours of our events for the day.

Visibility & Exposure: Your brand will be front and center on our stage, reaching a diverse audience during our events all day long and a radio ad played for 14 days during the event.
 

Networking Opportunities: Connect with residents that you may not normally have the chance to! 

Visit our website : https://sl-living-expo.org/

The SL20B Music Events Wind Down

 

 

Over the past few days, the final music performances have been taking place at the Second Life Birthday area. On Friday June 30 from 7 to 8 AM SL time, DJ Tantari played to the crowd at the Mandala stage

On Saturday July 4, it was DJ MTV/DJ Minty's turn on stage at the Mandala, with a number of 80s hits.

 

Sunday July 2 had the last of the performances, such as this one at an Aboretum Music stage.

At the Aboretum Performance stage was a group performance by Blue Lion. 

 

The last of the scheduled events took place at 11PM and Midnight SL time, the last one at the Oroborus by DJ Dave. There were no shortage of comments, "It's Second life adventures forever, continuing on and on ever renewing but still having that feel." "It's an absolute pleasure sharing this with you weirdos. You're my kind of weirdos."

 

While there will very likely be unscheduled performances in the next several days at the SL20B grounds, there will be no more planned in advance. Those who want to keep an eye out for the impromptu ones will need to keep an eye on the SL Birthday group. As for the exhibits, they will be up for several more days. The sims will remain open to the public until Tuesday July 11.

 

Happy Twentieth Birthday, Second Life

Bixyl Shuftan

 

SL20B Opening Ceremony

 

 Thursday June 22 was the opening day of the SL20B. At at Noon SL time was the opening ceremony. Patch Linden was the speaker, and gave a speech that lasted about fifteen minutes. It was held at the Mandala Stage at SLB Astound. The event was attended by close to three hundred residents in the four sim area.

"Welcome everyone," Patch greeted after his microphone was finally turned on, "It is with great pleasure and excitement that I invite you to join me in commemorating the 20th anniversary of Second Life, our virtual home. Since it's launch in 2003, Second Life has revolutionized the way we engage and interact with each other, both online and the physical world. Second Life has brought people together in a way that has transcended geographical boundaries like never before, and has provided a place for us to gather in creative collaboration, the result of which is the immersive world we are now celebrating. Over the course of the next eleven days, we will have the opportunity to relive past triumphs, revel in our present accomplishments, and reveal glimpses of what the future may hold for Second Life."

Patch would go on for another twelve minutes, going over how the place began and allowed residents to express their creativity. While some past troubles such as it's layoffs and other problems in 2010 weren't mentioned, at one point he did say the virtual world had managed to endure, ""despite the challenges it has faced." He expressed optimism for Second Life's future, "Now we stand on the brink of a new era of virtual reality and the possibilities are truly endless." He would also talk about the event grounds having 321 exhibits over 22 areas. 

At one point, Patch would make a joke about celebrating their 120th anniversary due to 6 days in SL passing in real-life, "and I haven't aged a day" and suggesting maybe they could bottle up the youth and sell it. He would conclude the speech, "together, let us celebrate the past, embrace the present, and envision the future. ... your world, your imagination, it all started with a cube." Then as an afterthought, Patch would mention the two contests ... look for the national and global contest kiosks at the welcome area for the rules and how to enter."

The opening ceremonies would be followed by the opening performance of the Music Fest less than an hour later. Some stuck around. Others would head to other parts of the SL20B, or the Shop and Hop.

Bixyl Shuftan

Winter at Astoria

 

With the Holiday season winding down, Christmas over and New Year's around the corner, Gemma Cleanslate decided to stop at one more winter place to write about before the year's end. Astoria was a little quieter than some she visited as there were no stores. But there was plenty to do from skating, to snowboarding, or just enjoying the scenery and animals. She also took a trip back to the Dickens Project to watch a performance on stage by Virtuoso Performing Arts.

Read Gemma's article in Places. 

Announcement: "Fire and Ice" at Royal Antiquity Theater

 

 

 Royal Antiquity Theater Presents

"Fire and Ice"

Saturday, December 17, 2022

Reception: 2PM

Performance: starts 2:30 PM

 

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Antiquity%20Bexar/73/187/31

 

SL Video: "In the Wind by Ktahdn Vesuvino"

 

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From SunsetQuinnell on July 2021, a performance by Ktahdn Vesuvino, who passed away Thursday August 18, "A show presented on Hotel Chelsea , Second Life"

The (Official) SL19B Events Wind Down

 

Since Thursday June 16, the Second Life Nineteenth Birthday grounds have been the scene of many events from the Music Fest, to Meet the Lindens (and Moles), to various DJ parties. Last weekend, Saturday June 25 and Sunday June 26 were the last official days of events. 

Among those whooping it up were those at DJ Tantari's set at 9AM on Saturday, "Oh won't you give me all of your Desire! I wanna take you higher. Let me take you HIGHER! .... They call me Miss MixVix for a reason. (grin)"

But the official events were not the only ones. I found a gathering at the Bellisseria Bureau or Bureaucracy exhibit.

And in the Burners exhibit had an impromptu party.

On the night of Sunday June 26, I had to be somewhere. So I sent an alt over when it was an hour before Midnight.

DJ Ninja had the honor of being the final official performer. Out on the dance floor, stage manager Vee was mixing it up with Grumpy Mole and Dion Mole.

As the hour went on, people talked about how much they enjoyed the Birthday, "I love Contraption, best steampunk stuff. We are all dancing and partying in Walton's creation right now." "I so gonna miss SL19B *cries*" "Just wait, SL20B is coming!" "Lets start SL20B tomorrow... one year paaaaaarty (big grin)" "Yesss looking forward to next year (smile)" "I don't think they ready for this to be over." "Haha! We are never ready for this to end!" "Second Life Birthday, the party doesn't end, it's just recharging for later."

Eventually came the last tune. And then it was done, the usual radio stream taking over. 

AT THIS TIME ALL STAGES ARE CLOSED!

Thank you to all the performers for the hours and talent given to the event and a BIG thank you to everyone who attended!  All of us coming together to have a great time is what Second Life is all about!

We can't wait to see you in 51 weeks when we do it all over again, even bigger for SL20B!

And so, people gave their goodbyes, "Ninja, perfect end to the party!" "Pleasure as always." "Thank you everyone it was amazing to perform and work here hugs thank you so much!!!!" "Thanks everyone  for everything you've done...Have a great night and day.." "Thank you Moles, Greeters, Volunteers and all I forgot for this AMAZING SL19B!!!!" "Thank you all looking forward to seeing everyone next year." "I had so much fun, Happy SLB!  YAY!!!" "Thank you staff, crew, moles, and everyone who made this place for us (smile)." "Hope to join the crew again next year!" "Good night guys! Thank you for everything!" "Take care everyone! To all the staff and moles, see you on the party!" "Thank you all for this awesome time (smile)."Dion Mole himself would say, "A big thank you to the Stage Crew, volunteers and all the performers!"

But this isn't the end of the Second Life Birthday. The sims will still be up until Tuesday July 5, so people can check out the numerous exhibits and get the gifts. The SL19B "Shop and Hop" is still going on. Plus there are still the impromptu parties that spring up, such as those in the last few hours before the sims are scheduled to close. 

Bixyl Shuftan
 

Happy Birthday Oldesoul

 

Earlier this month on Tuesday March 8, the Relayers at the Home and Garden Expo had a celebration for one among them. It was the birthday in real-life for Oldesoul Eldemar. And at the performers' stage in Hope 1, Keeba Tammas and the Tiny Maniacs, along with some friends, held the event in his honor, complete with some "Happy Birthday" signs, notably the large one on stage.

Oldesoul, whom occasionally takes the form of a tiny himself, joined the fun, getting a guitar and hopping on stage.

It was a fun time for all.

Go Relay!

Bixyl Shuftan
 

DJ Mattie At The Home and Garden

 

On Sunday March 13 at the Relay for Life's Home and Garden Expo, DJ Mattie (Mattie Carlton/Mattie Foxclaw) played at the stage at Hope 1. For two hours from 6 to 8PM, the talented DJ from Team Sunbeamers spun some country music and other tunes for a small but enthusiastic crowd. By the end of her set, she'd raised 11,111 Linden dollars, her joking the last who donated must be a coder.

DJ Mattie, whom is a member of Team Sunbeamers, has taken part in a number of Relay events, some in which she's raised large amounts. In April 2021 in a DJ competition, she raised over 110,000 Linden dollars.
 
To see who's playing today, Click Here to check the stage schedule.

Bixyl Shuftan
 

SL19B Update

 
For those wondering about the upcoming Second Life anniversary celebrate, the SL19B, Mischievous Mole posted the following this evening.

Hello everyone!

I suspect people are starting to wonder what's up with this year's Birthday celebrations. Squeaky and I are deep in the planning stage and just about ready to open up applications. Watch the blog for information coming in the next few weeks for all the opportunities to get involved this year!

Missy :)

Stay tuned for further updates