Spirit Fingers

‘Spirit Fingers’ devised and performed by Matt Penny and Chris Kenworthy, is presented by Plink Plonk Productions at The Blue Room Studio Theatre, at 53 James Street, Northbridge nightly at 8.30 pm until 24^th July.

         On a darkened stage the two performers, dressed in black, started their silent performance of dexterity and fun that kept the adults, as well as the youngsters, gasping. There were a few illusions, and the occasional old fun tricks (the hocus pocus cup and the tubes and bottles) delivered in the bungling Tommy Cooper style, but most of the show was quality, hard-learned, sleight of hand and palming from two of Perth's top prestidigitators (fast finger workers).

        So sure of their magical skills, were Matt Penny and Christopher Kenworthy that they even issued binoculars so their tricks could be seen in close up.

In my far and distant youth, my hobby was magic, and yet now, how many children have even seen any quality, well-presented magic? On asking the average person in the street to name a magician, they will undoubtedly say David Copperfield, the ego driven illusionist. Almost a generation has passed without any one seeing a magic based, theatrical production.

Some may argue that the Blue Room should only be presenting ‘acting’, well magic is acting, and it is a presentation that few can conquer. It must be a couple of decades since TV’s Paul Daniels thrilled his audiences with fun delivered magic, now is Perth’s chance to see two quality magicians in action.
With excellent lighting from Joe Lui and Matt Penny’s exciting soundscape, created specifically for their tricks, with all the appropriate crescendos.

Yes I really enjoyed this show. My only complaint? It is far too late for the average child to attend, and believe me this is a Blue room show that children of all ages can attend and will love. Truly magical.