| Mr.
Ug-Caveman |
Review
panelists said:
"I haven't howled with laughter like this in years."
"These little figures moving about in a perfect little
set were a joy; his humor is hilarious!"
"The manipulation held our attention through action rather
than dialogue."
"Effective design and craftsmanship of puppets."
"A highly colored, satirical and 'sassy' show which held
the attention of a diverse and challenging audience, and provided
an excellent foil for issues of social satire." |
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Leon
Van Wellden , Chameleon Puppet Theatre |
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| When
the War is Over |
Review
panelists said:
"Robert Smythe has taken colossal risks in producing this
piece, which is about as personal as a theatrical performance
can get."
"Not only do you become involved with the story of his
grandfathers, but you cannot help but think of your own ancestors.
More than one audience member wept openly from the cathartic
nature of the material. A very effective piece."
"Beautiful, touching, well prepared and presented with
very simple but noble means. This was an expansion of puppet
theatre and its ability to reach an audience." |
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Robert
Smythe, Mum Puppettheatre, Ltd. |
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| The
Hans Christian Andersen Storybook |
Review
panelists said:
"Never have I seen a performer who is more talented at
script writing. David's personal presence on stage is riveting.
His attention to detail is unmatched in my experience."
"Every detail is perfect, and the voice work marvelous.
This exquisite piece of theatre involved layers of meaning that
made it increasingly more profound as it developed."
"His voice work is downright spooky. Does he produce those
voices or merely channel them?"
"I loved the duck. I nearly wept for him. My favorite show
in three years."
also by The David Simpich Marionettes...
The Secret Garden
A Christmas Carol |
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The
David Simpich Marionettes |
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| Between
Two Worlds |
Review
panelists said:
"A timeless love story fraught with mystery and passion,
which is both beautiful and atmospheric in design, and evocatively
and sensitively performed."
"This full proscenium piece was beautifully staged and
the design and costume work was exquisite. I have never seen
such fine ensemble work in this country before. The skill of
this group of performers working together greatly augmented
the point of the show."
"A moving and impressive evening of theatre." |
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Tears
of Joy Theatre and Mark Levenson |
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