Hubby and I have a great love for the puppetry arts. When we found out about this show—via a full-page ad in the Beacon-Journal no less—we jumped on it.
Phillip Huber is a master puppeteer with awards worldwide. It’s unclear how long he’s been running this particular show, Suspended Animation, but most of the clips are available on YouTube. Still, nothing beats seeing an artist live—and Huber definitely qualifies.
The all-marionette show opens with a trapeze artist puppet, and the wow factor shows up immediately. Even though Mr. Huber is in full sight, the puppet commands all the attention as she floats and twirls in ways that defy expectations of how marionettes move.
Throughout the evening we’re treated to a gypsy dancer, a ballet dancer, and a golden gymnast figure. Musical acts include a German oom-pah accordionist, a violinist, an opera singer, and celebrity look-a-likes including Liza, Ella, and Natalie Cole. There was also a puppy, a snarky little girl, and a Chinese magician.
At one point, he showed a video—a behind-the-scenes of the workings of his marionettes, and another, later, showing the construction of Natalie Cole.
Fascinating stuff.
BrotherMeister
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