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Citations of Excellence Recipients (1999)
LIVE THEATRE CATEGORY
(no Recorded Media Category)

 Tinka's New Dress
Review panelists said:

"A complex multi-layered drama on the topic of prejudice and persecution. A solo marionette full-length evening of theater. Stunning designs, extraordinary performance, important topic."

"A fable based on Czech puppeteers performing during Nazi occupation. This is the puppet theater's version or answer to "Life is Beautiful," - expertly staged and performed. Raucous and sublime at the same time."

"Exquisite puppets, they were alive even without their puppeteer, you could feel them breathing. Exquisite artistry - Ronnie was visible, was a part of the show, but you felt it was the puppets themselves who were doing it. Exquisite experience - powerful story made stronger and more touching in the telling."

also by Ronnie Burkett Theatre of Marionettes...
Street of Blood (2001)
Ten Days on Earth (2007)

Billy Twinkle, Requiem for a Golden Boy (2009)

Tinka's New Dress
Ronnie Burkett Theatre of Marionettes

 Symphonie Fantastique 
Review panelists said:
"An abstract meditation on the Berlioz score using objects, light and manipulation to create a magical world, and all performed within a small tank of water. Mr. Twist has gone where no puppeteer has gone before, and where many are likely to follow."

"The imagery materializes the music to augment the experience of listening with looking."

"Until this show, I had never been enchanted by a performance that did not have a strong storyline, and characters I cared about. Yet, I was totally mesmerized by this piece. The only way I can describe it is slow-motion puppet fireworks! Absolutely glorious!"

also by Basil Twist...
Petrushka (2001)

The Araneidae Show and Other Pieces (1997)
Behind the Lid (2008)

Arias and Twist (2010)

Symphonie Fantastique
Symphonie Fantastique
Basil Twist

 Isidor's Cheek
Review panelists said:
"The Puppeteer/narrator used small dolls and props on a revolving circular table to illustrate a story about a child who lost his red cheek. The simple adventures of Isidor searching for his cheek transform his mood from gray to a rainbow of colors. The small group of diminutive audience members learn a transformational message in the process of entertainment. The lovely design and music supplement the charming personality of the performer superbly."

"Ines has crafted a superb gem of a piece which is intimate and beautifully performed. She is an amazing performer - a true artist."

also by Sandglass Theater...
Sand (1985-86)
Invitations to Heaven (1990-91)
The Village Child (1993-94)
Never Been Anywhere (1998)
Isidor's Cheek
Directed by Eric Bass, design and construction by Jana Zeller
Ines Zeller Bass - Sandglass Theater

 An Arabian Adventure
Review panelists said:
"These two performers have crafted a wonderful show with a great intro and marvelous way of changing the setting by turning the pages of a large book. The puppets and sets are fine and the show keeps the audience interested and excited throughout."

also by Tanglewood Marionettes...
The Dragon King (2009)

An Arabian Adventure

 Chinese TakeOut Theatre
Review panelists said:
"Our host takes our order from a menu of Chinese food names, and then serves us up our order in the form of several vignettes. We end our meal with the wheel of fortune cookie.A brilliant conceptual piece, unique and fully developed. The pieces range from whimsical to bawdy. Another new direction for a talented company that is always exploring."

"This is an amusing, often charming show which displays Andrew's unique humor and sense of fun. To have a show that varies with what the audience chooses to 'takeout' is really ingenious and a new take on our art form. The set, a Chinese take out box, is a marvel."

Chinese TakeOut Theatre
Andrew Periale - Perry Alley Theatre

 Thumbelina
Review panelists said:
"A delightful family theater production in shadows, music, and witty situation comedy. The craftsmanship and design accomplishments of the company were outstanding - the audience was shown high achievement in the vision of the puppets and scenic elements. It was a crowd pleaser with lovely music, most appropriate to puppet theater."

'Thumbelina' has everything that fans of Oregon Shadow Theatre expect -- exquisite, colorful puppets, lively live music, a strong script and great good humor - combined with something they don't expect: a "Fractured Fairy Tales" spin that tells the story through a punningly awful medley of 60's song hits. It's a clever idea that works and that provides fresh reason to revisit this classic story."
Thumbelina
Directed by Deb Chase - Oregon Shadow Theatre

 Special Citation
In addition to the Citations of Excellence in the Art of Puppetry, UNIMA-USA proclaimed
George Latshaw to be a "Dean of American Puppetry."
George Latshaw
George Latshaw
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