Serious themes that were handled in a mature and intelligent manner by puppeteers who understand how to explore these themes using puppetry.
A collection of stage and screen shows reviewed by Donald Devet and guest reviewers.
Serious themes that were handled in a mature and intelligent manner by puppeteers who understand how to explore these themes using puppetry.
The Telltale Heart
Now This
The Tiger’s Prime Minister
Cat Happening
Redstone
Sammy and Sofa
Corpsey’s Carnival
A score of puppet artists mobilized in a benefit showcase for The Eugene O’Neill National Puppetry Conference.
The puppets are not treated as real characters but more like salt and pepper shakers– given a good shake every now and then in order to spice up the story.
When the chemistry clicks it’s hard not to get caught up in Tim and Jim’s off-the-monkey-stenciled-wall view of the world.
Puppeteers who perform outdoors should either receive medals or have their heads examined; few venues are as challenging.