Monday, 22 July 2013 was the 1000th open stage video. I had actually recorded Russ's comments, including the "none of this will be posted as video before now" but lost everything except for the "open stage commandments" delivered by Johnny Morbid.

While the approach toward photography isn't directly compatible with Burning Man's Ten Principles, it does provide a different perspective on the social contracts required for a successful expressive and participatory event.

Congratulations Circus Freaks and Open Stage - your 1000th show was magical and I'm inspired.by the beauty and creative you foster in our community.

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