Unusualist Raymond Crowe has created something really special with his hand shadow puppet performance of Louis Armstrong's 1967 hit "What a Wonderful World." In this video, the Australian-born entertainer is presenting his now-signature piece in front of Queen Elizabeth at the 2007 Royal Variety Performance.
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Wendy Froud is a legend in the world of practical effects, crafting the prototype for Yoda and characters in The Dark Crystal and other Jim Henson productions. She's often not credited properly in online databases, though, having "seemingly vanished" from Hollywood and the public eye 30 years ago, writes Falene Nurse for Inverse. Why? "People… READ THE REST
In 1966, Jim Henson created this commercial for General Foods' Wheels, Crowns, and Flutes snacks. It never aired but is still notable as it featured the first appearances of several Muppets including the Wheel Stealer who would eventually become our beloved Cookie Monster. Later, he appeared in an IBM training film, seen below. From Wikipedia:… READ THE REST
If I ever travel to Vermont, my first stop will definitely be the Bread and Puppet Theater. Watching live puppet shows has been something I've loved since I was a kid, and although I've only seen videos of their performances, it seems like nothing comes close to the magic of Bread and Puppet shows. Bread… READ THE REST
From picking out the right decor to making sure your home is spotless, hosting your friends and family over can get pretty stressful. But if you really want to make an impression on your party guests, the key is providing them with an experience they can remember — and that isn't going to happen with run-of-the-mill… READ THE REST
A beautiful light can really tie together a room or even a car for that matter. And while there are some really not-so-subtle ones that can drum up conversation, you're much better off having a more subdued-looking light that lets its color do the speaking. Unfortunately, there's no shortage of tacky and attention-grabbing pieces of furniture out there,… READ THE REST
Whether it's winter or summer, there is something so inviting about a fire. It's a great way to create intimate lighting, adds to the coziness of an atmosphere, and enhances the aesthetics of any situation. We haven't even gotten to the s'mores benefits of fires yet! But the reality is that fires can be frustrating… READ THE REST
