★★★★
Kallo Collective & A Mulled Whine Productions. Holden Street Theatres. 24 Feb 2023
Mime is great entertainment. It goes without saying. Thom Monckton studied the circus arts in New Zealand from where he hails and spent another two years at Lecoq in Paris where Geoffrey Rush learned what he does. Thom won good awards for previous shows, and here we have the Australian premiere of his newest production.
Thom has created a delectable premise where the Fool dons the crown and thinks he’s the King. It goes mostly without saying as he stumbles about the throne and has trouble with the slippery floor. His King’s double takes, sense of exasperation, inventiveness and childish joy are joyful to watch. The Fool flexes and bends and contorts his way out of trouble. He’s a problem solver clown.
The audience is invited to bring the King a present. He loves presents and will unwrap each one with great delight. One hour of dreamy and delectable fun. Bravo!
David Grybowski
When: 16 Feb to 5 Mar
Where: Holden Street Theatres – The Studio
Bookings: adelaidefringe.com.au
