![]() This is the ancient Australian art of genital origami, and they take it very seriously. The duo is ceaselessly energetic, relentlessly funny and at all times self-aware – whether they’re in the middle of stretching their scrotum or fending off cat-calls. The entire premise is ridiculous (they’ll tell you that themselves) and could easily lose novelty by the third trick, but it’s the skill and incredible stage-presence that transforms the show into a genuine comedic triumph. ![]() The two entertainers could hardly stop grinning themselves, and a genuine love for their craft was as palpable as their complete lack of shame. Somehow it all worked, and by the time Rich and Barry took to the stage (in star-spangled capes and knee socks) the applause was already raucous. The same play house that housed high-culture icons like Phantom of the Opera and Wicked was now poised for their antithesis, an evening of perfectly stupid male nudity and dick-jokes. Subiaco’s gorgeous Regal Theatre was packed on Friday night, with the very predominately female crowd eagerly giggling with anticipation. ![]() cast Rich Binning and Barry Brisco supplying the meat of the production. The global phenomenon and notorious ’98 Melbourne export broke away from its tenure in Las Vegas last week to once again grace our fair shores, with L.V. This is a show that doesn’t just hinge on the absurd, but openly revels in it, flaunts it and twists it like so much of the male genitalia it has on display. The 60-minute show will have you laughing, fighting tears and depending on your situation below the belt – the urge to cross your legs. Ī Puppetry of the Penis TV special has aired in Australia on One.Where to even begin… Puppetry of the Penis is an experience like no other. Due to the success of the show, the business was expanded to cater for private parties around Australia. The duo has recruited supporting production teams and actors across Australia, the UK and the U.S., allowing international performance demands to be met. The initial Australian tour was the subject of Australian comedian Mick Molloy's 2000 documentary Tackle Happy. The show has since appeared on the international stage, featuring productions in Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Europe, Canada, the United States, South Africa and Argentina. Puppetry of the Penis was first performed on stage at the 1998 Melbourne International Comedy Festival in Australia, featuring the creators, Morley and Friend, as the premiere cast. It is humorously termed "dick trick" or "genital origami," referring to the flexibility of the human penis, testicles and scrotum. The theatrical contortion of the male genitalia ( penis, scrotum, and testicles) accompanied by comedic narration has since spread internationally. The show involves two nude men who bend, twist, and fold their penises and scrotums into various shapes. Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Simon Morley & David Friend, Puppetry of the Penis, Glastonbury Festival, 2019
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