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Puppets, Burlesque, Music & Aerial Acts - TONIGHT!

Dave — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 14:09:40 GMT

Shadow Circus Creature Theatre, San Francisco’s most volatile puppetry troupe is hosting its second variety show, featuring some of the Bay Areas best underground acts. Show Synopsis: When Wesley finds out that he has a groupie, he's ecstatic at the idea that a woman is finally giving him attention. But Hatchet the Velociraptor recognizes the groupie as 'Stabby Abby', a bloodthirsty killer who's slaughtered her past fourteen boyfriends. Is Wesley's new love interest really a cold-blooded killer? And more importantly, if it means losing his virginity, will Wesley really care? With special appearances by Cory Tabino (formerly of Cirque De Soliel), Mariel A La Mode, Allison Lovejoy, kSea Flux (Of Vau De Vire Society) and M. Lee. Combining folklore, mythology, Lovecraftian monsters and pop-culture parodies Shadow Circus Creature Theatre has been one of San Francisco's most popular and outrageous puppetry troupe's since it's formation in 2000. Using life-sized latex and foam creatures, Shadow Circus creates a world that is utterly fantastic, and yet hilariously similar to our own. "...the puppets are Grade A" - East Bay Express Shadow Circus Vaudeville Theatre TONIGHT!!!!!! at Fat City (formerly Studio Z, formerly the Transmission) 314 11th Street, San Francisco Doors 9pm $10 Don't miss out! Buy your advanced tickets HERE

This Saturday: Vau De Vire Society gets PUPPET SERVED!

Dave — Thu, 08 Feb 2007 07:54:56 GMT

Are you looking for an evening of fine culture, artistic expression and wholesome entertainment suitable for the entire family? Then Shadow Circus Vaudeville Theatre is NOT the event for you. Shadow Circus Creature Theatre, San Francisco’s most volatile puppetry troupe is hosting its second variety show, featuring some of the Bay Areas best underground acts. Show Synopsis: When Wesley sees a performance by acrobatic group the ‘Snaube De Vire Society’ he decides that he’ll do anything to join them on their tour with the Berlin Dolls. He manages to talk his way into an audition, but there’s just one problem - he has no acrobat skills! Can his friend Hatchet the Velociraptor help him to become an acrobat in just one night? And just how far is Wesley willing to go to achieve his newfound dream? With special appearances by Uni & Her Ukelele, Coconut Cream and more! Combining folklore, mythology, Lovecraftian monsters and pop-culture parodies Shadow Circus Creature Theatre has been one of San Francisco's most popular and outrageous puppetry troupe's since it's formation in 2000. Using life-sized latex and foam creatures, Shadow Circus creates a world that is utterly fantastic, and yet hilariously similar to our own. "...the puppets are Grade A" - East Bay Express Shadow Circus Vaudeville Theatre at Kimo's Saturday, February 10th 1351 Polk Street San Francisco, Ca Doors 9pm $6

TONIGHT - Shadow Circus Vaudeville

Dave — Sat, 28 Oct 2006 22:39:24 GMT

Are you looking for an evening of fine culture, artistic expression and wholesome entertainment suitable for the entire family? Then Shadow Circus Vaudeville Theatre is NOT the event for you. Shadow Circus Creature Theatre, San Francisco’s most volatile puppetry troupe is hosting a new variety show, featuring some of the Bay Areas best underground acts. See Uni & Her Ukelele perform songs with her plushie companions the Nublettes! See the comedy burlesque of Banana Peel and Coconuts! Swoon to the mystical magic (and magical mysticism) of Hernan Cortez (of Popcorn Anti-Theater)! The entire evening is hosted by Shadow Circus Creature Theatre; the most foul-mouthed, blasphemous, belligerent puppets to ever slither across a stage! All this for only FIVE DOLLARS! That's a whole dollar cheaper than my Mom! To find out more about Shadow Circus, go to http://www.shadowcircus.com Or, if you’re interested in performing at a Shadow Circus Vaudeville Theatre, contact us at creaturetheatre@yahoo.com You have been warned... Shadow Circus Vaudeville Theatre Saturday, October 28th at Kimo's 1351 Polk Street San Francisco, Ca Doors 9pm $5

New Shows: Syrus interviews Trent Reznor & Tori Amos

Dave — Mon, 28 Aug 2006 06:23:54 GMT

Shadow Circus Creature Theatre recently launched the first two episodes of 'Syrus the Talking Dreadlock'; an all-puppet talk show parody where Syrus interviews puppet versions of popular musicians. In the first episode, Syrus interviews Nine Inch Nails frontman Trent Reznor... Out of all the blasphemous and offensive stuff we've ever put in our scripts, THIS video got me more hate mail than six years of shows combined? Why did it piss people off so much? Coz we made fun of Trent's suicidle dog. Seriously. Crack a joke about Jesus and nobody says a word, crack a joke about a rock star's pet that died ten years ago and everyone's up on your ass... Anyway; be warned. There are dead dog jokes: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_w5jj2GBswY In the second episode, Syrus interviews Tori Amos only to have Kate Bush gate crash the show... It's a brutal cat fight to the death at Shadow Circus studio! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U9lHb7KStic

Laptop Banditos - THIS FRIDAY!!!

Dave — Thu, 29 Jun 2006 07:09:01 GMT

A STUPENDOUS show awaits you this Friday night at the World Famous Stork Club Oakland. THE SHADOW CIRCUS CREATURE THEATRE: San Francisco's most belligerent puppetry troupe! Hatchet (the streetwise velociraptor) and Kafka (the giant cockroach) become 'The Laptop Banditos'; a duo of ruthless criminals bent on stealing the wireless laptops from unwary San Franciscans. Can Mayor Newsom defend the City from these nefarious fiends, or will the internet cafes forever lay in the grip of terror? Check out the show: www.shadowcircus.com Also performing: THE PAPER DOLLS: Yes, the girlgroup ukulele trio, the Paper Dolls open an unbelievable show. the Paper Dolls do everything from Tin Pan Alley hits of the 1930s to Culture Club, and in three-part harmony the Andrews Sisters would envy! You have GOT to see them. You will be amazed at what they can play on their cute ukes. Sample their tunes: www.thepaperdollsband.com BRASS MAFIA: Be prepared for a knock-down drag-out brass band featuring Mike Olmos - trumpet ï¿½ Joe Cohen - alto, tenor, bari saxes ï¿½ Joel Behrman - trombone and trumpet ï¿½ Adam Theis - sousaphone and trombone ï¿½ Pat Korte - drums. This band is part of the brass section of the famous Realistic Orchestra (voted best jazz band 2004), led by Adam Theis. You've GOT to hear these guys play, and you will hate yourself for giving up your music lessons when you were in 5th grade. www.jazzmafia.com/brassmafia.html Friday, June 30 <-- THIS FRIDAY NIGHT! 9:00pm door, $8 STORK CLUB OAKLAND 2330 Telegraph Avenue, near West Grand Oakland, America 510-444-6174 www.storkcluboakland.com (Stork site) www.davidkaye.us (Check him out! He puts on great shows!) See ya there!

MOBSTERS Stole Wesley's Sidekick!!!!

Dave — Thu, 22 Jun 2006 04:10:56 GMT

First New York, and now here. I'm telling you - nowhere is safe from the clutches of T-Mobile Sidekick theivery. Yes, our dear friend Wesley had his new Sidekick nabbed by horrible, unscrupulous THEIVES! In the grand tradition of modern victimhood, he started up a new blog all about it: http://p2.hostingprod.com/@shadowcircus.com/Sidekick.html

Silent Hill 2: Exclusive First Look!

Dave — Sun, 30 Apr 2006 03:36:37 GMT

Well, although it got largely poor (and belated) reviews, Silent Hill has managed to make number one at the box office for two consecutive weeks. Being that the film industry enjoys dry-humping popular trends until long after they're good n' dead, the producers of Silent Hill have already begun working on the sequel. The ninja robot spies that we employ here at Shadow Circus productions have stolen some of the footage, and now we're prepared to give you all an exclusive first look at the upcoming second installment of the Silent Hill movie franchise. Make sure you have all the lights on, folks, coz this here is some scary shit: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ah6rEPCPBf0

'V for Vendetta: The Hipster Revolutionary Perspective'

Dave — Tue, 21 Mar 2006 08:11:59 GMT

Being as sick as I was this past weekend, I couldn't do a whole lot of running around outside, but I was getting stir-crazy in the apartment, so Shar and I ended up going to see 'V for Vendetta'. There's already a whole bunch of reviews floating around the net about 'V for Vendetta' most of them favourable, and there's very little that I could add to what other people have already said, so I won't go on about it. Shar and I didn't go see the movie alone, however. We brought along Syrus the Talking Dreadlock. Now, aside from being a beat poet and all-around happenin' hipster, Syrus was also an active revolutionary leader back in the 60's. Needless to say, 'V for Vendetta' got him all riled up, and he was hollering things like, 'That's right, cat! Stick it to the man!' all through the movie. When an usher told us to keep it down, Syrus spit in his face and called him a fascist. Oh, yes... I liked 'V for Vendetta' well enough... but Syrus really really liked 'V for Vendetta'. And you can watch his review of the film here... http://youtube.com/watch?v=b5rL-AsXfAI

Shadow Circus - The Quake of '06

Dave — Wed, 08 Mar 2006 07:01:02 GMT

Combining folklore, mythology, Lovecraftian monsters and pop-culture parody, Shadow Circus Creature Theatre has been one of San Francisco's most popular and outrageous puppetry troupes since it's formation in 2000. Using life-sized latex and foam creatures Shadow Circus creates a world that is utterly fantastic, and yet hilariously similar to our own. When lab monkey Klaus Von Chimpenstein predicts an 8.2 magnitude earthquake in San Francisco, Kafka (the radioactive cockroach) and Hatchet (the streetwise velociraptor) remain unflustered. Little do they know that a much bigger disaster also awaits them - the mob-like thugs of FEMA, who are sent in to collect all the poor. Can Hatchet & Kafka escape the clutches of Bush’s relief efforts? Find out March 10th at the Stork Club! The Shadow Circus Creature Theatre Performing with COTTON CANDY! Friday, March 10, 2006 9:00 PM The Stork Club 2330 Telegraph Ave Oakland, Ca $7

Watch our f*cked up Puppet Shows - ONLINE!

Dave — Sun, 06 Nov 2005 20:31:42 GMT

Ever since Shadow Circus began, many of you have been able to sleep comfortably in your beds knowing that San Francisco's belligerent puppetry troupe was confined to the mist-drenched city of San Francisco... But at long last we shall go forth and conquer this feeble world with the power of fun fur and TECHNOLOGY! That's right, today we've launched our first ever internet film, viewable at shadowcircus.com... Being our pilot episode it is, of course, still in the experimental stage (the audio in particular isn't exactly stellar) and there's already a million things I can think of that I'll be doing different for next month's episode. But if I kept working on things until they were perfect, I'd never release anything at all... (Yes, I'm aware that's a very 'Ed Wood' excuse...) So despite some technical flaws, we're launching it today in accordance with my own somewhat self-imposed deadlines. And remember kids - this is only the first of an ongoing series of Shadow Circus films to be launched from our site. We'll have a new episode for you every month filled with laughter, adventure and internet viruses that set your homepage to marsupial porn. So without further adieu, I invite you to view Shadow Circus Creature Theatre's very first foray into terrorizing the World Wide Web: http://p2.hostingprod.com/@shadowcircus.com/videos.html