Hand Puppetry of the...Happiness...
August 29th 2007 13:22
I received this via email and I'm sure many of you may have seen this by now because it's doing a sticky all over the web but....I just had to share it with you.
(...and yes, I am quite aware that I am...post-castinating...and yes, also aware that this is aStephen Larkham Rugby-centric blog but diversity is the mother of balance...what the...?...and yes I am also very very aware that the Rugby World Cup is set for kick off in gulp less than 10 days. So what? And do people really do that? Gulp?)
Anyway. Watch this.
If this doesn't put a smile on your face...you either brushed your teeth with SuperGlue...or you're dead. Or quite simply...you're a lost cause.
This clip is from the 7th Annual Helpmann Awards, which was held on August 6th 2007 in Sydney at the Capitol Theatre.
The Shadow Puppet Maestro is Raymond Crowe...occupation...Unusuali st.
And he certainly is. Read more about Mr Crowe on his site and check out what he says in his News section.
(click on links provided)
The Helpmann Awards recognise distinguished artistic achievement and excellence in Australia's live performing arts sectors;
- musical and physical theatre, contemporary and classical music, opera, and dance, with a comedy category introduced in 2006.
The award was named after Sir Robert Helpmann, an Australian dancer, actor, director and choreographer.
If you're interested, read more on the Helpmann Awards.
post compiled with the help of bloggers pal Wiki, the Helpmann Awards site and YouTube
(...and yes, I am quite aware that I am...post-castinating...and yes, also aware that this is a
Anyway. Watch this.
If this doesn't put a smile on your face...you either brushed your teeth with SuperGlue...or you're dead. Or quite simply...you're a lost cause.
This clip is from the 7th Annual Helpmann Awards, which was held on August 6th 2007 in Sydney at the Capitol Theatre.
The Shadow Puppet Maestro is Raymond Crowe...occupation...Unusuali st.
And he certainly is. Read more about Mr Crowe on his site and check out what he says in his News section.
(click on links provided)
The Helpmann Awards recognise distinguished artistic achievement and excellence in Australia's live performing arts sectors;
- musical and physical theatre, contemporary and classical music, opera, and dance, with a comedy category introduced in 2006.
The award was named after Sir Robert Helpmann, an Australian dancer, actor, director and choreographer.
If you're interested, read more on the Helpmann Awards.
post compiled with the help of bloggers pal Wiki, the Helpmann Awards site and YouTube
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Comment by Ash
Australian Traveller
Flashes of memories
My word that`s incredible. I haven`t seen that yet. The bunny was just amazing.
I love that song... was my grandfathers favourite song so has a deep and meaningful for me....
WHY DON~T WE GET THESE SHOWS IN QLD???? There are a few of us who go to do venture out past 7pm ya know!
Hope you are well. Thanks for the links. I`m like a little kid mesmerised (You must remember I come from a developing country.... things like houses and clothes are a novelty to us
HUGS
Ash
Comment by Tracy
Movies and Life
How are you? Hope you're well.
I've seen this and it's amazing isn't it? I enjoyed watching it again,
Byeeeee
Comment by Lily
Ars Poetica
brilliant, thanks for sharing the sticky..
hope all is well with you and your bloodloves Dusk..
love,
~Lily
Comment by Louie
Climate Forum
Climate Red
randomthoughts
Phil's Wellness Tips
Comment by David
That shadow puppetry is amazing. I've never seen anything like it. A rabbit's head or the barking dog is about the best I'd seen before that.
The ventriloquism is pretty funny too.
He's much better value than the Wiggles.
David ...
Comment by Tracy
Movies and Life
I think this was quite an inane unrelated comment, but it’s done now,
Byee
Comment by Lara M
Love Speaks
p/s...I think it's great u mix it up a little on your blog
Comment by Chic Critique
Cheers
CC
Comment by JohnDoe
Film & TV on DVD
Thanks for the smile.
Hope you are well.
Comment by Tracy
Movies and Life
Comment by Lilla
Enviro Warrior
An Extra Ordinary Life
Dream Herald
What a wonderful talent!
Thanks for sharing...
Comment by D. Armenta
The Florida Keys and Everglades
The Black Sheep Chronicles
What constitutes bad manners?
The male mystique
Debate Fan
L.A.M.P.
And thanks for mixing it up, too--I love your wit and style and always read your comments on other blogs..but as a bloody sepo yank I confess I don't know Jack Shit about rugby....
Comment by DuskDevi
Rucks and Rolls
Rugby World Cup 2007
My absolute apologies for not replying to your lovely comments...I will soon, I promise!
I am currently on my home planet of Dreamon, practising my tackling.
much love
Dusk
Comment by KylieW
Celebrity Obsession
That's very cool. I hadn't seen it before.
Hope you're well and resting up for the start of the World Cup!
Kylie
Comment by Miswanderlust
Killer Beats
Ramble On
Hipnotherapy
Fabulous. Ingenious. Enjoyed this post so much! Wonder how Raymond Crowe came up with the idea for his chosen occupation..."Yeah I think I am going to be a handpuppet artist."
Mis
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Comment by JoshZ
A Simple Christian
Most impressive. The baby and adult hand thing was brilliant.
Hope you're well Dusk.
JZ
Comment by Tracy
Movies and Life
Ignore my comment...it just fell out and I didn’t delete it as I was feeling lazy
Tracy
Comment by DuskDevi
Rucks and Rolls
Rugby World Cup 2007
Please accept my sincere apologies for not replying to your lovely comments, earlier. I very much appreciate the time taken to read/view and comment.
...and...
(image courtesy of Free Range Chick)
Comment by DuskDevi
Rucks and Rolls
Rugby World Cup 2007
You mean you do know what houses are?????
...you're so funny!
This song...already beautiful...just gets achingly beautiful when accompanied by such imagery.
It was used to grat effect in 'Good Morning Vietnam'. Made me cry.
Hope you ar well and your weekend was good hon. Big hugs...
Dusk
Comment by DuskDevi
Rucks and Rolls
Rugby World Cup 2007
I've watched this now a few times and it still amazes me.
As for The Wiggles?...all I can say is...the only hot potatoe I want in my life now is the one I'm eating...I am so sooooo over any other kind.
Hope you are well T...much warmth...
Dusk
Comment by DuskDevi
Rucks and Rolls
Rugby World Cup 2007
I have never doubted that about you for a nanosecond...Hope you are well ma belle...
Dusk
Comment by DuskDevi
Rucks and Rolls
Rugby World Cup 2007
Yes he does! I usd to be proud of my shadow dog... but I think I'll retire now...!
Hope you are well.
Dusk
Comment by DuskDevi
Rucks and Rolls
Rugby World Cup 2007
...sigh...the pressure on parents to up their performance now...as i said to Louie, I thought my shadow puppet dog was good...but...it's like comparing Lote to Larkham....
mah warmth sugah...
Dusk
Comment by DuskDevi
Rucks and Rolls
Rugby World Cup 2007
Comment by DuskDevi
Rucks and Rolls
Rugby World Cup 2007
I guess the shadow puppetry is doubly amazing because it's something we all do and it conjures up cellular memory of simplicity...and what Raymond Crowe does is make innocence magic.
...hmmm...that was deep....and I'm not sure that makes any sense whatsoever!
It is simply magical.
Thank you for coming by hon...
Dusk
Comment by Tracy
Movies and Life
I loved your Wiggles comments.....I feel less mean now..
and I liked what you just said to Lara:
That does encapsulate it well.
I'm well thanks, Dusk...always good to see you, sending warmth back to you,
Trace xxx
Comment by DuskDevi
Rucks and Rolls
Rugby World Cup 2007
Truly is.
Hope you're well hon...
Dusk
Comment by DuskDevi
Rucks and Rolls
Rugby World Cup 2007
Comment by DuskDevi
Rucks and Rolls
Rugby World Cup 2007
As Tracy said...shaking his hand would give him something to Crowe about...!
And that makes no sense whatsoever!
Glad you enjoyed it. The toss-up for best clip I've seen this year is between this one and your Celluloid Goddesses clip.
Hope you are well JD.
Dusk
Comment by DuskDevi
Rucks and Rolls
Rugby World Cup 2007
Talent like this...and the ability to create a magical sense of happiness needs to be shared, yes?
Hope you are well hon...
Dusk
Comment by DuskDevi
Rucks and Rolls
Rugby World Cup 2007
...you had me in hysterics when I read that D!!
Thank you for your lovely words and right back atcha..big time.
Hope you're well D...
Dusk
ps. just in case you do come back...what's a "sepo"?
Comment by DuskDevi
Rucks and Rolls
Rugby World Cup 2007
I am well as can be and freaking out about the Rugby World Cup!
Mainly because I've lost my time management skill.
It does have a microchip though...so hopefully I find it soon...!
Hope you're well too hon...
Dusk
Comment by DuskDevi
Rucks and Rolls
Rugby World Cup 2007
Hiya Mis...
Maybe the opportunity just fell in to his hands...??
Oh boy. I'm in Lame Lane today...
Hope you're well lovely woman.
Dusk
Comment by DuskDevi
Rucks and Rolls
Rugby World Cup 2007
It's okay to love the Wiggles you know...but I would worry if a non parent was really into them.
big hug hon...'talk' to you soon...
Dusk
Comment by DuskDevi
Rucks and Rolls
Rugby World Cup 2007
It's always good to see you hon. I too visit and vote often but feel too old and past it to comment on your posts!
Hope you're well Trina...
Dusk
Comment by DuskDevi
Rucks and Rolls
Rugby World Cup 2007
Not me. You.
It's the farce that's strong in me...!
I too loved th baby/adult hand illusion. He 'had' the innocent urgency that children have...
Hop you are well Josh. Nata is well too? I have been visiting and voting...I always log in to vote so that the point of having a Karma factor of 10 can be shared.
much warmth...
Dusk
Comment by D. Armenta
The Florida Keys and Everglades
The Black Sheep Chronicles
What constitutes bad manners?
The male mystique
Debate Fan
L.A.M.P.
I think "sepo" is hilarious, and use it often.
I always come back!
Comment by Miswanderlust
Killer Beats
Ramble On
Hipnotherapy
HAHAHAHAHA your comments make my day!
Mis