Despite the fact that I am still processing Taos and its myriad tales, it was time for me to travel again. Not many people in this world can say that their BFF is a puppeteer, so I consider myself to be one lucky duck. Likewise, she considers herself incredibly fortunate to be working alongside (literally) Kevin Frisch of Frisch Marionettes.
Kevin and Amy are just past the middle of two weeks in Roswell, Georgia for the 2012 Roswell Summer Puppet Series. I treated (i.e., shamelessly invited) myself to spend a long weekend hanging out with these very talented and hard working artists and was graciously given a behind-the-scenes perspective of their production of Rumpelstiltzkin.
Every show was pure magic. Their dedication and passion was clear to one and all, not only during the presentations but well before and long after. It truly warmed my heart to hear the children respond to the story, the music, the antics, and to know that it all served to fuel their imaginations in a world otherwise bent upon distraction.
I am now back home in Cincinnati while Kevin and Amy prepare to present Hansel and Gretel all week. The little girl in me has stayed behind to sit quietly, wide-eyed and cross-legged, beside the stage. The grown-up in me must get back to my own work in this crazy world ... but, hopefully, with a bit more playfulness than before.
Thank you, Kevin and Amy, for letting me pal around with you and the puppets for a few days. And thank you, Roswell, for your hospitality, tacos and pie!
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