In the summer of '97, Richard was getting a little publicity due to his insistence to ride his unicycle down to church every week. People noticed this, as people do, and fairly soon Richard was approached by people, when they realised he wasn't actually mad. Contrary to our expectations, these people didn't beat him up on sight, and were quite interested in his actions. These 'People' turned out to be the nice people from the Tivoli Theatre. Every year they do a garden party in Wimborne, in aid of that rather excellent theatre. And this year they were looking for something a little different. Rather than go for the big guys who'd been doing shows for years, they decided to support the local talent. So they decided to ask Richard if he could get a few of his mates together, and if they would do a show for this party. Just to keep the crowds entertained.
Thus, Richard spoke unto the masses, and selected a select few followers to follow him on his path to fame, riches and glory. But he chose us, so he was a bit gutted really.

And so, five of us went on that initial endeavour.

Since then we never looked back (except to laugh at ourselves...). Shows gradually became more and more regular, and the content of them became more and more consistent (and impressive!) [Yeah...]. We are now in fourth year of performing and still going strong.

Summer '99: Our first major year as a performing group for hire. The shows kept on rolling in, sometimes four in weekend! A total of 18 shows in the space of three months, left us worn out but with lots of experience.

September '99: Paul left us to go off to Uni at Swansea, but still returns to add sparkle to our shows when he can.

October '99: The first regular Jubilo workshop. Based on a group idea of a local juggling club, we set up in St. Michael's School and are now in our second term, with well over 20 members, with fifteen or so regularly attending. The workshop has proved invaluble for the members and also for ourselves (it forces us to practice...).