Uplifting and inspiring

April 9, 2008 at 2:13 am | In comedy, library, poetry | 2 Comments
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Daniel Kitson was amazing, an absolute delight. His story about what goes on in his mind when he says “I would like some cheese” was incredible. He mind-mapped the subtext and all the thoughts that goes on in his head when he thinks about cheese. His premise how inadequate words are to express thoughts.

He show really focussed on the importance of caring, respecting and connecting in what is essentially a “sick, sad world”. I laughed myself silly. The show was sometimes confronting and sombre but I left with lots of food for thought and a craving for cheese.

I love that fact that Kitson has embraced his geekdom and celebrates the unorthodox way his mind works. I would encourage you to go and check him out.

Haiku #1

From the train window
Fleeting glances of lost souls
Waiting for their day

I am a big fan of the sculpture of Bruce Armstrong’s eagle sculpture “Bunjil“. I appreciate that it watches over Melbourne.

Haiku #2

Benevolent bird
Watching and protecting us
Spirit of this place

Festivals

The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is one of my favourites. I read in today’s Age that the Melbourne Jazz Festival is struggling with a number of major acts withdrawing. I wonder if it comes too quickly on the heels of the comedy festival and also it is getting a bit cooler. I am sure that wont put jazz fanatics off though.

That’s it for today. Still having problems uploading images. Advice appreciated.

Peace out

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  1. Apparently numbers for the Comedy Festival were much lower than previous years, too. I think the economists put it down to people tightening their belts on entertainment because of the interest rate rises.
    Personally, I was just disappointed that we didn’t get any of the great British stalwarts (with the exception of Daniel Kitson) that I wouldn’t miss for anything. So I stayed home this year.

    Comment by Rebecca — April 9, 2008 #

  2. I must say that the field wasn’t as good this year. I would love Noel Fielding and Julian Barrett to come back. I quite like David O’Doherty but wont go and see him this year. I will try and get along to see Tripod if there are still tickets but that’s it for me.

    The trades hall often has quiet good gigs but they start late.

    Comment by kimtblogger — April 9, 2008 #


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