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Ken Dumm Inner circle 1239 Posts |
Tried a couple of times to view the video...but there seems to be a problem with the it on Youtube right now....I'll try again later...
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David Regal V.I.P. 828 Posts |
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Ken Dumm Inner circle 1239 Posts |
Yup..check again tonight and it's playing...
Awesome! Kwn |
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David Regal V.I.P. 828 Posts |
I was sent an email from someone that alarmed me, as I'm afraid I might not have been absolutely clear. Here is the email:
*** Hi David, Your Plumbers Helper looks great! However, I am a bit confused about the necessary set-up. In your description, it says you need a real faucet water supply system, not just a well. Then you also mention it is self-contained and nothing attached to it or your body. So I guess my question is that the water that comes out at the end of the routine, is it self-contained IN the prop, or do you need a hose connected to a faucet somewhere?? Or is the faucet connection to be used BEFORE the show to fill up a water well IN the prop?? I can't imagine a hose going to a real water supply faucet off stage connected to the stage?? Thanks for your help. *** To clarify, Plumber's Helper is self-contained. One needs a faucet of some type simply to set it for a performance. Then it is ready to go, and can be tossed in the backseat of a car, etc. Nothing is attached to the performer at any time. The run was of 36 pieces. More may be made in the future but that is far from my mind as I am just now recuperating from this run! I kept one unit for myself, and over half of the remaining units have been sold. |
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Acecardician Inner circle New Orleans 1390 Posts |
I like it!
And that is saying a lot from a hard core Chinese Stick man. I have about 100 sets of Chinese Sticks. I have one set of Histed sticks I made in the 80's. After seeing it one time I figured it out. So I really was never that excited about Histed sticks and their variations. I like this! It looks like something I can use! My order is already in! ACE
My Chinese Stick Collection: https://app.photobucket.com/u/ChineseSticks?sort=6
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Stevethomas Inner circle Southern U.S.A. 3728 Posts |
David,
That email was hilarious. Great way to perform, keeping that hose hooked up throughout the performance AND managing to keep it hidden! That's the magic part. Steve |
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David Regal V.I.P. 828 Posts |
Hey, it wasn't his fault - I needed to be more clear.
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Acecardician Inner circle New Orleans 1390 Posts |
When I first read the description, I was confused about needing a water source. With all the claims in advertising, why can't you hook up a hose and hide it?
But I read further, and watched the video, and it was all clear. This is something that looks practical and can be a performance piece. Mine is on the way! Thanks! I will try to put it in some of my summer camp shows before the summer is over! ACE
My Chinese Stick Collection: https://app.photobucket.com/u/ChineseSticks?sort=6
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marknem7 Elite user 497 Posts |
Hold on, David. Now, you say it's self-contained. Therefore, since the water source is your self, how do you hide the hose that goes from you to the Plumber's Helper? How long of a hose must I have, anyway? I'm really sorry, but I'm afraid this effect is too physically demanding for me to consider buying it.
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Stevethomas Inner circle Southern U.S.A. 3728 Posts |
Big boxer shorts.
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David Regal V.I.P. 828 Posts |
All right guys...not everyone will know you are joking, and as I put my blood into this thing, let me be clear:
THIS IS SELF-CONTAINED In performance there is nothing...no hose...no hollow leg...NOTHING but the Plumber's Helper doing what it does. IN FACT... You could put the entire Plumber's Helper into a spectator's hand at the beginning of the routine, tell him what to do at every stage, and it will work for him! I don't recommend this as a method of performance - I'm just making a point. Yikes. Dudes.... |
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Acecardician Inner circle New Orleans 1390 Posts |
If one watches the video demo and reads the entire description it should be obvious that this is completely self contained and a great stand up performance piece.
Since I never use tables, this is perfect for my style. I will spend a couple of days rehearsing and put it right into the act. I have 2 shows a day until the end of the summer, so I plan on soaking down some kids! ACE
My Chinese Stick Collection: https://app.photobucket.com/u/ChineseSticks?sort=6
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Stevethomas Inner circle Southern U.S.A. 3728 Posts |
If my friend ACE says it's good...it's a good workable effect!
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Acecardician Inner circle New Orleans 1390 Posts |
I'm already thinking of ideas, such as the wizard hat to plunger...I might put it on the helpers head and have them hold an old bucket for the water...
I also juggle plungers... I see a theme here... ACE
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mrmental2003 New user USA 21 Posts |
This is a brilliant idea.
Wow, what a wonderful take on an old, worn out classic. This is something adults and family audiences can and will enjoy. Well done David!!!!!! |
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the Sponge Inner circle Atlanta 2771 Posts |
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On 2009-07-04 22:54, mrmental2003 wrote: hold on. what part is a brilliant idea? the water coming out? if so, yep brilliant. being made of plumbing parts?....... |
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Pete Biro 1933 - 2018 18558 Posts |
If you go to http://www.stevensmagic.com and look for "Pluber's Poles" you will find my trick for very little money. You get all but the water ending. Which I would have had but didn't want to run the cost up. You should see the prototypes in my shop.
Here's a link and video. (Oh, and it is only $47.50) http://www.stevensmagic.com/shopping/shopexd.asp?id=1563
STAY TOONED... @ www.pete-biro.com
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lebowski Veteran user 377 Posts |
You could use the old clown bucket to catch the water, then it looks like you throw the water into the audience but confetti comes out.
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Winks Special user Arizona 753 Posts |
And, Pete, if you had added the water aspect, then the cost would have been higher (maybe around $300); but, the trick would have been so much better and I would have been inclined to buy it as I have with David's. Woulda, shoulda, coulda. Your post smacks too much of sour grapes.
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the Sponge Inner circle Atlanta 2771 Posts |
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On 2009-07-05 14:20, Winks wrote: Whoa there... this is Pete's first post on this topic and I am surprised. Pete had the plumbing parts idea ages ago. David is a great guy, and maybe he never heard of Pete's version. I don't like the thought of people thinking David was the first person to use plumbing parts. The water coming out part, fine. Pete hasn't said a word about any lack of mention of his idea or asking for credit. s |
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