Barbecue Pack
Thu, 3 Nov 2005, 12:41 amTony P9 posts in thread
Barbecue Pack
Thu, 3 Nov 2005, 12:41 amWhat: Barbecue Pack - Two One Man Shows together at last
Who: SKP Media & Paper Cut Produtions
Where: Rechabites
When: Wednesday 2 November
Jesus God damn! I am still sore from laughing. It is a rare thing for me to post a review on this site, and rarer still to gush like a little girl on centre stage at an N*Sync and Backstreet Boys joint reunion. But this was FUNNY!
I'd like to give a sensinsible a well-thought out review. But it's late and I need to go to bed. Besides I don't think I could say anything more about what happens in the shows other than what is already on the "What's On" page. But here goes...
The first show (the order will be reversed next week, I hear) was Shane Adamczak's "Zack Adams: A complete history of Zack Adams". The show essentially follows a young Perthite's chart of glory from Primary school to performing a one-man show at the Rechabite's. Filled with foibles, faux pas' (what is the plural of faux pas?) and fancy footwork, it kept the audience wanting more. Shane/Zack is a pleasure to watch, with great timing, charming ideas and most impressive, a truly transformative physicality, especially in the face region. In 45 minutes he took me from being a punter hoping for a bit of free booze, to a fan.
Then blow me down if the second half with John Robertson wasn't even better (although Shane did warm the crowd up). His Gallipoli veteran character was, well, good. Very good. Laugh till you cry, then pause, make choking noises, laugh more, feel your jaw muscles lock up, laugh more, and then realise a little bit of pee has come out...good.
His expert timing and rhythym made this caustic Gallipoli veteran seem like a sort of comic Fred Astaire. That is a dreadful analogy, it was nothing like that. I think the only way to sum up how good this was is to quote some lines and then do them with the delivery, timing and sheer bravura that John did. But then again you could just go see the show.
Applause to the directors. Slick performances like that couldn't possibly be the sole responsibility of the actors. But I couldn't notice any direction, and that is the best kind of direction there can be.
Tech worked well, but I don't think you'd call this a tech heavy show. Although Shane's show did feature some acting with an off-stage voice. A tricky thing at best.
But simply put. This is so f***ing funny, it makes for poor hygiene in the Rechabites.
Run, don't walk, to the State Library and book your ticket now. If you don't like this show, then I 100% guarantee you are a humorless philistine possibly of German descent.
GO! GO! GO!
Schnell!
Who: SKP Media & Paper Cut Produtions
Where: Rechabites
When: Wednesday 2 November
Jesus God damn! I am still sore from laughing. It is a rare thing for me to post a review on this site, and rarer still to gush like a little girl on centre stage at an N*Sync and Backstreet Boys joint reunion. But this was FUNNY!
I'd like to give a sensinsible a well-thought out review. But it's late and I need to go to bed. Besides I don't think I could say anything more about what happens in the shows other than what is already on the "What's On" page. But here goes...
The first show (the order will be reversed next week, I hear) was Shane Adamczak's "Zack Adams: A complete history of Zack Adams". The show essentially follows a young Perthite's chart of glory from Primary school to performing a one-man show at the Rechabite's. Filled with foibles, faux pas' (what is the plural of faux pas?) and fancy footwork, it kept the audience wanting more. Shane/Zack is a pleasure to watch, with great timing, charming ideas and most impressive, a truly transformative physicality, especially in the face region. In 45 minutes he took me from being a punter hoping for a bit of free booze, to a fan.
Then blow me down if the second half with John Robertson wasn't even better (although Shane did warm the crowd up). His Gallipoli veteran character was, well, good. Very good. Laugh till you cry, then pause, make choking noises, laugh more, feel your jaw muscles lock up, laugh more, and then realise a little bit of pee has come out...good.
His expert timing and rhythym made this caustic Gallipoli veteran seem like a sort of comic Fred Astaire. That is a dreadful analogy, it was nothing like that. I think the only way to sum up how good this was is to quote some lines and then do them with the delivery, timing and sheer bravura that John did. But then again you could just go see the show.
Applause to the directors. Slick performances like that couldn't possibly be the sole responsibility of the actors. But I couldn't notice any direction, and that is the best kind of direction there can be.
Tech worked well, but I don't think you'd call this a tech heavy show. Although Shane's show did feature some acting with an off-stage voice. A tricky thing at best.
But simply put. This is so f***ing funny, it makes for poor hygiene in the Rechabites.
Run, don't walk, to the State Library and book your ticket now. If you don't like this show, then I 100% guarantee you are a humorless philistine possibly of German descent.
GO! GO! GO!
Schnell!
Tony PThu, 3 Nov 2005, 12:41 am
What: Barbecue Pack - Two One Man Shows together at last
Who: SKP Media & Paper Cut Produtions
Where: Rechabites
When: Wednesday 2 November
Jesus God damn! I am still sore from laughing. It is a rare thing for me to post a review on this site, and rarer still to gush like a little girl on centre stage at an N*Sync and Backstreet Boys joint reunion. But this was FUNNY!
I'd like to give a sensinsible a well-thought out review. But it's late and I need to go to bed. Besides I don't think I could say anything more about what happens in the shows other than what is already on the "What's On" page. But here goes...
The first show (the order will be reversed next week, I hear) was Shane Adamczak's "Zack Adams: A complete history of Zack Adams". The show essentially follows a young Perthite's chart of glory from Primary school to performing a one-man show at the Rechabite's. Filled with foibles, faux pas' (what is the plural of faux pas?) and fancy footwork, it kept the audience wanting more. Shane/Zack is a pleasure to watch, with great timing, charming ideas and most impressive, a truly transformative physicality, especially in the face region. In 45 minutes he took me from being a punter hoping for a bit of free booze, to a fan.
Then blow me down if the second half with John Robertson wasn't even better (although Shane did warm the crowd up). His Gallipoli veteran character was, well, good. Very good. Laugh till you cry, then pause, make choking noises, laugh more, feel your jaw muscles lock up, laugh more, and then realise a little bit of pee has come out...good.
His expert timing and rhythym made this caustic Gallipoli veteran seem like a sort of comic Fred Astaire. That is a dreadful analogy, it was nothing like that. I think the only way to sum up how good this was is to quote some lines and then do them with the delivery, timing and sheer bravura that John did. But then again you could just go see the show.
Applause to the directors. Slick performances like that couldn't possibly be the sole responsibility of the actors. But I couldn't notice any direction, and that is the best kind of direction there can be.
Tech worked well, but I don't think you'd call this a tech heavy show. Although Shane's show did feature some acting with an off-stage voice. A tricky thing at best.
But simply put. This is so f***ing funny, it makes for poor hygiene in the Rechabites.
Run, don't walk, to the State Library and book your ticket now. If you don't like this show, then I 100% guarantee you are a humorless philistine possibly of German descent.
GO! GO! GO!
Schnell!
Who: SKP Media & Paper Cut Produtions
Where: Rechabites
When: Wednesday 2 November
Jesus God damn! I am still sore from laughing. It is a rare thing for me to post a review on this site, and rarer still to gush like a little girl on centre stage at an N*Sync and Backstreet Boys joint reunion. But this was FUNNY!
I'd like to give a sensinsible a well-thought out review. But it's late and I need to go to bed. Besides I don't think I could say anything more about what happens in the shows other than what is already on the "What's On" page. But here goes...
The first show (the order will be reversed next week, I hear) was Shane Adamczak's "Zack Adams: A complete history of Zack Adams". The show essentially follows a young Perthite's chart of glory from Primary school to performing a one-man show at the Rechabite's. Filled with foibles, faux pas' (what is the plural of faux pas?) and fancy footwork, it kept the audience wanting more. Shane/Zack is a pleasure to watch, with great timing, charming ideas and most impressive, a truly transformative physicality, especially in the face region. In 45 minutes he took me from being a punter hoping for a bit of free booze, to a fan.
Then blow me down if the second half with John Robertson wasn't even better (although Shane did warm the crowd up). His Gallipoli veteran character was, well, good. Very good. Laugh till you cry, then pause, make choking noises, laugh more, feel your jaw muscles lock up, laugh more, and then realise a little bit of pee has come out...good.
His expert timing and rhythym made this caustic Gallipoli veteran seem like a sort of comic Fred Astaire. That is a dreadful analogy, it was nothing like that. I think the only way to sum up how good this was is to quote some lines and then do them with the delivery, timing and sheer bravura that John did. But then again you could just go see the show.
Applause to the directors. Slick performances like that couldn't possibly be the sole responsibility of the actors. But I couldn't notice any direction, and that is the best kind of direction there can be.
Tech worked well, but I don't think you'd call this a tech heavy show. Although Shane's show did feature some acting with an off-stage voice. A tricky thing at best.
But simply put. This is so f***ing funny, it makes for poor hygiene in the Rechabites.
Run, don't walk, to the State Library and book your ticket now. If you don't like this show, then I 100% guarantee you are a humorless philistine possibly of German descent.
GO! GO! GO!
Schnell!
crgwllmsThu, 3 Nov 2005, 01:03 am
Re: Friend or faux?
Tony P wrote:
> Filled with foibles, faux pas' (what is the plural of faux pas?) and fancy footwork.....
The plural of 'faux pas' IS 'faux pas'. Spelled and pronounced the same. Literal French translation is 'false step', and to take one or several amounts to the same thing.
Cheers,
Craig
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> Filled with foibles, faux pas' (what is the plural of faux pas?) and fancy footwork.....
The plural of 'faux pas' IS 'faux pas'. Spelled and pronounced the same. Literal French translation is 'false step', and to take one or several amounts to the same thing.
Cheers,
Craig
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Walter PlingeThu, 3 Nov 2005, 09:14 am
Re: Friend or faux?
Wile E. Coyote might disagree with you there Craig. He always took many false steps in hot pursuit of the rascally old Roadrunner and ended up (after being suspended mid-air briefly and double blinking at the camera) hurtling towards the bottom of the canyon. One only false step would have seen him with one foot still on the edge of the precipice and so able to scramble back.
Thou mammering elf-skinned whey-face!
Thou mammering elf-skinned whey-face!
crgwllmsThu, 3 Nov 2005, 11:34 am
Re: Wile you're down there...
Dean Schulze wrote:
>
> Wile E. Coyote might disagree with you there Craig. He always
> took many false steps in hot pursuit of the rascally old
> Roadrunner and ended up (after being suspended mid-air
> briefly and double blinking at the camera) hurtling towards
> the bottom of the canyon. One only false step would have seen
> him with one foot still on the edge of the precipice and so
> able to scramble back.
>
Technically, though, it's not a step until the complete action occurs of raising one foot, putting it in another spot, and transferring weight onto it. A single complete step off a cliff is enough to qualify as the only one you need.
Of course, cartoon characters like Wile E. Coyote have the unique ability to take several paces over a cliff without actually putting any weight down....technically not completing any of them. The moment he does transfer weight, i.e. the first time he completes a step....well, you know where I'm going. And so does he.
Cheers,
Craig
>
> Wile E. Coyote might disagree with you there Craig. He always
> took many false steps in hot pursuit of the rascally old
> Roadrunner and ended up (after being suspended mid-air
> briefly and double blinking at the camera) hurtling towards
> the bottom of the canyon. One only false step would have seen
> him with one foot still on the edge of the precipice and so
> able to scramble back.
>
Technically, though, it's not a step until the complete action occurs of raising one foot, putting it in another spot, and transferring weight onto it. A single complete step off a cliff is enough to qualify as the only one you need.
Of course, cartoon characters like Wile E. Coyote have the unique ability to take several paces over a cliff without actually putting any weight down....technically not completing any of them. The moment he does transfer weight, i.e. the first time he completes a step....well, you know where I'm going. And so does he.
Cheers,
Craig
Walter PlingeFri, 4 Nov 2005, 11:01 am
Re: Wile you're down there...
How could I not be impressed by a topic about BBQ Pack sparking a convo about grammar correction and cartoons for some reason?
Walter PlingeSat, 12 Nov 2005, 01:43 am
Friday Night Gratitude
I can't believe I thanked Jo, the Production Manager and my girlfriend, as "The Lighting Girl". Jesus Christ, you try and do a nice thing for someone and suddenly, a little gene at the back of your head says DO SOMETHING INAPPROPRIATE! NOW!!!!
Gordon the OptomSat, 19 Nov 2005, 05:32 pm
Barbecue Pack ****
My interest in two one-man shows was NIL
How often are these sorts of productions an excuse for a completely untalented person to hire a hall and put on rubbish which is an embarrassment to all concerned?
An hour play at the Blue Room can sometiumes be hard work. TWO one-hour plays by single actors had to be a nightmare.
Despite my better sense shouting 'don't go!' but as a ardent supporter of any ex-Curtin student, I went along to see John Robertson, who had been pretty good in 'Cosi' but more famous for being the total disaster of Australian Idol. Perhaps he wouldn't be too bad.
The show started with Shane Adamczak (a new actor to me) and I was amazed at his versatility and enthusiasm. The script was clever and his energy unfailing. The time flew by. At times I found his delivery and drive a little tiring - but I have a strong aversion to over the top comedians. But please don't take this as a rejection. This show was brilliant. The script, singing, dancing, acrobatics, the talent was never ending. Great.
Then after such a wonderful first half, I was poised for a let down. John is a friendly, loveable lad who gives the impression of being a plodder and with not a great deal of hope of hitting the big time, but I would still politely watch his show.
John's script that followed was superb. His characterisation of the old soldier - a little like Barry Humphries' old soldier- but better! The movements and expressions flowed. He was a family nightmare. His attitufde to people and especially his relatives made one cringe. But laugh? totally hilarious. John you amazed me and I can forsee a huge future with a little bit of luck.
A fun mail joke by Morgan.
Well done to you both. I'm glad that I didn't miss the second last show - of the extended week.
How often are these sorts of productions an excuse for a completely untalented person to hire a hall and put on rubbish which is an embarrassment to all concerned?
An hour play at the Blue Room can sometiumes be hard work. TWO one-hour plays by single actors had to be a nightmare.
Despite my better sense shouting 'don't go!' but as a ardent supporter of any ex-Curtin student, I went along to see John Robertson, who had been pretty good in 'Cosi' but more famous for being the total disaster of Australian Idol. Perhaps he wouldn't be too bad.
The show started with Shane Adamczak (a new actor to me) and I was amazed at his versatility and enthusiasm. The script was clever and his energy unfailing. The time flew by. At times I found his delivery and drive a little tiring - but I have a strong aversion to over the top comedians. But please don't take this as a rejection. This show was brilliant. The script, singing, dancing, acrobatics, the talent was never ending. Great.
Then after such a wonderful first half, I was poised for a let down. John is a friendly, loveable lad who gives the impression of being a plodder and with not a great deal of hope of hitting the big time, but I would still politely watch his show.
John's script that followed was superb. His characterisation of the old soldier - a little like Barry Humphries' old soldier- but better! The movements and expressions flowed. He was a family nightmare. His attitufde to people and especially his relatives made one cringe. But laugh? totally hilarious. John you amazed me and I can forsee a huge future with a little bit of luck.
A fun mail joke by Morgan.
Well done to you both. I'm glad that I didn't miss the second last show - of the extended week.
Walter PlingeSun, 20 Nov 2005, 12:57 pm
Re: Barbecue Pack ****
Oi! What about Death By Chocolate?
Thou reeky fen-sucked death-token!
Thou reeky fen-sucked death-token!
shannynMon, 21 Nov 2005, 01:09 pm
Re: Friend or faux?
Although technically it's all in the context.
The singular is "le faux pas"
The plural is "les faux pas"
; )
The singular is "le faux pas"
The plural is "les faux pas"
; )