BARBARA Ann Michaels, is the Jester of the Peace. She makes a career of the interplay of love, art, and comedy.

She is an award-winning wedding officiant in New York City, marrying gay and straight couples in creative ceremonies, including costume and adventure weddings.

As a performance artist, she marries people to their dreams and to places, things, and activities to which they are devoted. Her street theater company, Ripple Affection, creates a ripple effect of warm connection among strangers. To learn more, visit www.jesterofthepeace.com/