Frankie’s Bio Page

Background:
Frankie is an extremely versatile performer with a commanding stage presence. A former gymnast, he has an extensive dance background and is now both a professional pirate performer and a belly dancer/sword dancer. With his realistic costuming, a mastery of "period" dialect and dialogue, sword fighting skills, and the ability to comfortably communicate and interact with almost any type of audience, he is a consummate entertainer.

Pirate:
• Former member – "Brethren of the Coast" Piratical Theater Group

• Active performer – "Pirates for Hire"
Performances include numerous "sea/pirate themed" California coastal events, notably: the Ventura, CA Sea Fests, San Pedro Harbor Lobster Fests, Dana Point Tall Ships Festivals, the annual Cabrillo Beach Marine Museum festivals, whale watch cruises, private parties, promotional functions, and participation in the annual San Juan Capistrano "Swallows Day" parade (3 years in a row).

Dance:
• Belly Dance/Sword Dance
Performances include numerous private parties and events, magic shows,
annual festivals ("Cairo Carnivale," "Rakassa"), and promotional events (i.e., Sword Dancer for the "Scorpion King" wrap party).

• "The Nutcracker Ballet"
Performances as "a Gentleman," "Doll Dancer" (Arabian/Belly Dancer), "Mother Ginger," and "Drosselmeyer".

Other:
Regular on the Bob Villa television show, "Home Again"; actor in various television commercials.