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MOTLEY TWO SHOW

MOTLEY TWO HAVE BEEN PERFORMING TOGETHER, IN, AND AROUND N.Z., ASIA, BRITAIN AND AUSTRALIA SINCE 1998.

 

"With a dynamic infectious energy...

...combined with a chemistry and repertoire of tricks and feats of danger, that will leave you breathless with laughter...

...a new force in live physical theatre."

CLASSIC COMEDY CLUB, AK.

 

 

"MOTLEY TWO have achieved an impressive level of lovability from an adoring public."

"Despite their rather gruesome or as some would say tragic looks and dress sense, they are talented comedians and work the streets of their native New Zealand..."

"In 2006, they were asked to return after a successful 2005 season – the only act from 2005 to be asked back this year."

JON LOGAN, JLE ENTERTAINMENT, NSW, AUS.

 

THE STAGE

The Stage show can last 15 - 25 mins.

It requires a roof height of at least 3m, but ideally 5.5m. Stage lights need to be positioned out of direct juggling sight lines.

We can provide mics, PA and music player, although this is discussed per gig and per venue.

The show would consist of routines from a repertoire of; verbal character comedy, juggling with patter, a whip routine and a tall unicycle and ladder walking routine.

The comedy is self deprecating and therefore is not unsavoury or offensive to watch.

THE STREET

The Street show can last 20, 30 or 45 mins.

It requires a hard stage. Paved or dry ground is preferred.

We can provide mics, PA and music player, although this is discussed per gig and per festival.

The show would consist of routines from a repertoire of; verbal character comedy, juggling with patter, a whip routine, and a tall unicycle and ladder walking routine.

The comedy is self deprecating and therefore is not unsavoury or offensive to watch

 

 

"I really like the way they shake hands at the end... It's nice don't you think?... I think that's nice."

MARIO, QUEEN OF THE CIRCUS.

 

The MOTLEY TWO show will "plough through!" any environment.

The show is always started with quips and anecdotes.

To grab attention the MOTLEY TWO employ an array of techniques, the most forceful being their dramatic syncronised whip routine.

The performers are then introduced; a titanic circus individual with a MULLET... and ...that (other) guy! and the show begins.

A juggling routine then kicks off, which version is dependant on time. All versions are performed with verbal patter; international impressions (through kiwi eyes!), bridge impressions, and acrobatic archery! Audience interaction is encouraged.

The juggling routine is usually interupted with the potentally dangerous knife catch and the worst "sheep" comedy you have ever heard !!

If the show requires a "free standing" circus ladder and 3m unicycle finish, then volunteers (our MOTLEY CREW !) are chosen to help. They are coached to follow instructions, but really they get the opportunity to steal the limelight for 5 mins, which they always do!

The finale of the show is club passing on the the big props, our take on a circus classic, sufficiently spectacular with an unquestionable "glam."

And that's the MOTLEY TWO show; Six, Clubs, n Rock n Roll !!

 

The MOTLEY TWO have other routines they can perform. These are chosen on a "best suits" basis.

A diabolo routine, a 5 ball routine and rarely used (these days) cherographed dance.

A "squash monty", a "disappearing bottle", a game of intrigue called "Survivor" and an entertaining interactive version of "paper, rock, sissors".

A 6 min cherographed 3 - 6 club juggling piece as performed with the Christchurch Symphany Orchestra.

We are well suited to an MC role with experience including the World Buskers Festival Main Stage 08 and the Nelson Busking Festival 08 Group shows.

We are availible for roving entertainment; "meeting and greeting," juggling or cruising round on our mini-tandem (the corporate favourite!)

 

"Hi, It's nice to meet you."

HELEN CLARK, Ex N.Z. PRIME MINISTER, APRIL 05.

 

 

" I'm sorry guys, no ones allowed through there..."

RED BADGE SECURITY, 06, 07, 08, 09.

 

MOTLEY TWO HAVE PERFORMED FOR FESTIVALS AND FOR CORPORATE CLIENTS;

 

Fremantle Street Arts Festival, W.A. 09

Edinburugh Fringe Festival, Scotland 08

Nelson Busking Fetsival, N.Z. 08

Cairns Busking Festival, Australia, 08

Cuba Street Carnival, N.Z. 07

Rotorua Busking Festival, N.Z. 07

Christchurch World Buskers Festival, N.Z. 05, 06, 07, 08, 09

Kuala Lumpur International Busking Festival, Malaysia. 06

Alexandra Blossom Festival, N.Z. 06

Coffs Coast International Buskers and Comedy Festival, N.S.W., Australia 05, 06

Christchurch 150 th Birthday Celebrations, 06

Auckland Royal Easter Show, N.Z. 06, 08

Newtown Street Festival, N.Z. 06

Palmerston North Busking Festival, N.Z. 06

Wellington Fringe Buskers Showcase, N.Z. 06

Lyttleton Summer Festival, N.Z. 05, 06, 08, 09

Auckland International Busking Festival, N.Z. 06

Pleasant Point Day, N.Z. 05, 07, 08, 09

Oamaru Victorian Heritage Festival, N.Z. 99, 00, 04, 05, 07, 08, 09

Christchurch Arts Festival; Tiny Top 05, Lyttleton Cabaret 07, 08

Lions Rugby Tour, Hamilton & Wellington , N.Z. 05

Granity West Coast Comedy Festival, N.Z. 05

Ranfurly Rural Art Deco Festival, N.Z. 04, 05

Akaroa Bastille Day, N.Z. 04, 08, 09

Diamond Harbor Festival, N.Z. 04

Dunedin Fringe Festival, N.Z. 04

Queenstown Winter Festival Mardi Gras, N.Z., 99, 04

Pegasus Bay “Oscillate”, N.Z. 99/ 00

Visique

ISF World Seed Congress NZ Conference

Grant Thornton

Christchurch City Council

Bonneville International Golf Course, N.S.W.

Malaysian Tourism Centre, K.L., Malaysia

Russell McVeagh

Canterbury Crusaders Franchise 05 Season

Otago Highlanders Franchise 08

Westfield

ING Insurance

Fight for Life Charity Organization

Sky City Casino

Hamilton City Council

Wellington City Council

Christchurch Casino

Casting Technology

The Powerstore

Cosmic Corner

Rangiora Hot Rod Club

Canterbury University

Autopro

Full Throttle XXX Games (although Craig Douglas never paid!)

Burnham Military Camp

Lincoln University Students Association

More FM

McAlpines

C.P.I.T.

Christchurch Arts Centre

Harcourts Gold

Navman

Tradestaff

VBase