Peepshow Inc will be presenting their latest show in September in Melbourne. You can find more info about the show on our events calendar.

We've had a request from a film student at RMIT for anyone willing to build a marionette for their film. Eliza Beck sent the following info:

My film is:

• centred around an elderly master puppeteer who has developed later onset muscular dystrophy. It is about the love for his art and his marionette, and the internal struggle of acknowledging that he will never be able to perform again.
• There is a sequence where the marionette comes alive while the puppeteer is sleeping. The marionette tries to wake the puppeteer up by tugging on his hand, performing a short dance and finally hugging the puppeteers hand.

The puppet will need to be between 15 to 20cm tall, made from wood (at least the head, hands and feet), be old/ well used, have the appearance of a boy, have an airplane controller and be able to "collapse" in on itself (so all joints are movable).

I start filming on the 29th of October, which is just over 7 weeks away. I have a student budget and could not spend more than $250.

Contact Eliza: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Mobile: 0432 214 647.

Short Pants No Holes by Barking Spider Visual Theatre will be performed in late September in Melbourne. More information can be found at our events calendar.

US business Critical Coatings is offering liquid neoprene to Australian puppet makers. Used instead of natural latex, liquid neorprene is non-hazardous and non-toxic. Slip or slush casting methods can be used with liquid neoprene, and is longer lasting and more durable than latex. Products are ready to use.

Critical Coatings has provided some shipping information for the products (prices in USD):

1 gallon $55 + shipping $70 = $125.

2 gallons $110 + shipping $110 = $220.

5 gallons $250 + shipping $240 = $490.

Orders can be emailed for exact quotes. For more information visit www.CriticalCoatings.com.