Archive for February 20, 2010
RAW: Art Vs Science @ Fringe Launch
Feb 20th
Art Vs Science are extremely calculated crowd pleasers. They craft a stage show that’s all about the party vibe and getting the crowd jumping, dancing and fist pumping. The hits were there including “Flippers” and “Parlez Vous Francais” and the audience lapped it up.
Sure, it’s formulaic, highly calculated and heavily marketed party music, but these guys genuinely enjoy themselves on stage. They’re not breaking boundaries, but who cares when everyone’s having such a great time?
Kryztoff Rating: 4K
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RAW: The Funny Side of Prestidigitation
Feb 20th
Illusionist PiP and reluctant assistant Miss Olivia are supposed to be comical…
Have to be honest and say, can’t see that as being the truth. I reckon a street performing magician would do better.
Usually if the magic tricks are blatantly obvious, the humour really strikes a chord. Unfortunately in this instance, neither the tricks nor the comic routine stand up.
Mind you the drunker of the crowd seemed to be amazed by PiP, or maybe they were just taking the piss.
This overpriced, unprofessional magic show is on at Caos Bar & Cafe on Hindley Street until 5th March.
Kryztoff Rating: 1.5K
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RAW: Lindsay Webb – Hurry Up Jesus
Feb 20th
So wasn’t sure what to expect from this show, was it going to be a bible bash to the head or a guy just waiting on stage for the J man.
Lucky for me it was neither. Lindsay Webb essentially picked up the bible (and all things religious) and poked hole after hole in it. Sure it’s an insensitive show if you are a devoted Christian (esp. Catholic or Mormon), but for those of us going to the heathen already, it’s a great laugh.
Engaging, Lindsay pushes the boundaries of religion, but actively gauges our response and never steps the line.
Genuinely funny, Lindsay managed to keep it to an hour – he’s the Guinness World Record Holder for Longest Stand Up Show by an Individual at a cool 38hrs & 6min! Lucky he’s funny, else that would have been torture for the audience. 
>> Catch Hurry Up Jesus at the Maid, just out of the city at Magill & Payneham Roads, before 14th March to catch this funny fella!
Kryztoff Rating: 4K
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RAW: Circus Trick Tease @ The Ringbox (GoUD)
Feb 20th
A hilariously entertaining hour by a crew of three acrobats as they clown around on stage with some impressive tricks, a lot of teasing, a bit of a jive, some clumsiness, some jealousy, some rivalry, a lot of flirting and not just one tantrum. Meet a sensitive new age strongman and Miss Tinkle who are constantly at each other trying to steal the limelight and a clown who’s show is overshadowed, literally, by backstage shenanigans. The audience appreciated the energy of this unique circus’s crew and the acrobatics performed with skill and strength and plenty of humor.
Kryztoff Rating: 4 K
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RAW: Marcel Lucont @ The Tuxedo Cat
Feb 20th
Red wine, prostitutes, the C word, accordion, french attitude and honest interaction with the audience.
Though I hate to use comparisons – he’s essentially the French Dylan Moran – Don’t take Grandma (unless she’s one of those funky Grandmas who rides skateboards in commercials and can handle a spot of foul language!)
Good fun but an acquired taste.
Kryztoff rating: 3.5 K
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