HBO Original Documentary Series "REN FAIRE" Premieres June 2

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The highly anticipated HBO Original three-part documentary series "REN FAIRE," directed by Lance Oppenheim and executive produced by Elara Pictures, is set to debut on Sunday, June 2, from 9:00-10:00 p.m. ET/PT. Episodes two and three will air back-to-back on the following Sunday, June 9. The series will also be available for streaming on Max.

Synopsis:

"REN FAIRE" delves into the world of the Texas Renaissance Festival, the largest such faire in the world. For fifty years, 86-year-old George Coulam, known affectionately as King George, has ruled this fantastical realm with an iron fist. As the elected mayor of the town he incorporated, Coulam has wielded immense power, enjoyed unmatched glory, and accumulated vast wealth as the majority shareholder of the festival. Now, as he contemplates retirement and the pursuit of a romantic companion, George faces the challenge of choosing a successor from among his longtime employees.

Featured Participants:

- George Coulam: The 86-year-old founder and ruler of the Texas Renaissance Festival.

- Jeff Baldwin: General manager and a loyal 43-year veteran of the festival.

- Brandi Baldwin: Acting entertainment director and Jeff's wife.

- Louie Migliaccio: A kettle-corn vendor and entrepreneur with ambitions to buy the festival.

- Darla Smith: A former elephant trainer and current vendor coordinator.

- Lauren Croft: Assistant general manager.

- Various artists, vendors, jesters, wizards, jousters, and talking dragons of the Texas Renaissance Festival.

Episode Descriptions:

E1: “Daddy’s Dyin’, Who’s Got The Will?”

Debut date: Sunday, June 2 (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET/PT)

The series kicks off with an introduction to the Texas Renaissance Festival, the largest in the world. King George Coulam’s mental acuity is in question, and with his retirement imminent, the festival's future hangs in the balance. General manager Jeff Baldwin is poised to succeed him, but kettle-corn kingpin Louie Migliaccio has other plans.

E2: “Make Big Choices”

Debut date: Sunday, June 9 (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET/PT)

King George's quest for companionship leads to an unsuccessful date. Jeff faces challenges as Louie attempts to take over. Meanwhile, Darla Smith, with her own agenda, enters the power struggle.

E3: “We’re Done!”

Debut date: Sunday, June 9 (10:00-11:00 p.m. ET/PT)

Jeff manages to gain the upper hand over Louie. However, Darla’s promotion to co-General Manager brings unforeseen disastrous consequences. Ultimately, George determines his successor, settling on the only person he trusts.

Credits:

HBO Documentary Films presents "REN FAIRE," a production of Elara Pictures, in association with To Be Formed and Widow’s Peak. Directed by Lance Oppenheim; co-created by Oppenheim and David Gauvey Herbert; executive produced by Ronald Bronstein, Benny Safdie, Josh Safdie, Eli Bush, Dani Bernfeld, Lance Oppenheim, and David Gauvey Herbert. Co-executive produced by Abigail Rowe, Christian Vazquez, and Max Allman. For HBO: executive producers Nancy Abraham, Lisa Heller, and Sara Rodriguez.

"REN FAIRE" promises to offer a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the Texas Renaissance Festival, blending personal drama with the whimsical world of medieval reenactment.