Renaissance Historical Society Chessmasters d' Italia

completely volunteer organization, the Chessmasters are the stage combat troupe of the Renaissance Historical Society of Fl, Inc. Their primary theatrical responsibility is the Living Chessgame®, performed by 32 Living chess pieces reenacting some of the greatest
chess games in history!

he Chessmasters d' Italia present the Living Chessgame® at the Famed Hialeah Park. In the past, these Chivalrous performers have entertained the Patrons of the Festival with tales of pathos, joy, and mirth. Led by Chessmaster Captain, Sir Louis Rosas-Guyon, the group is involved in stage combat year 'round to perfect their skills with the sword

Theme
"Love Or Marriage"

he Duke of the city is tired of the constant warfare between the Manatesta and Balmini families. To stop the feud, he orders that the eldest son of Don Balmini must marry the eldest daughter of Don Manatesta. Unbeknownst to all, the daughter of Don Manatesta, Julia, is conducting a secret love affair with the younger son of Don Balmini, Gigino. At the engagement feast, the eldest son of Don Balmini is slain. To stop further bloodshed, the Duke orders that the families play a game of chess. Should Balmini win then the Manatesat family will pay blood price, but should Manatesta win, they will forever be absolved of the crime

Please visit with the Chessmasters at:Chessmasters

For information on joining the Chessmasters d' Italia please
E-Mail Captain Louis Rosas-Guyon

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