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Hodsman and Sally
This critically acclaimed street theatre show features two enchanting walkabout puppets, Hodsman and Sally. Spellbinding and completely magical, these two elderly puppet characters have captivated audiences for over a decade. Wowing crowds with their charm and wit, this is one of the best loved puppet walkabout acts around. Hodman & Sally are available for events in the UK and worldwide and are guaranteed to be a smash hit with all ages. Book today!
Biography
“I have never seen an act be so popular. You brought the town to a standstill!”
Hop Festival
An enchanting interactive puppet walkabout act, Hodsman and Sally have lived happily by themselves for hundreds of years, blissfully unaware of the changing world around them. Now, venturing out in search of fame, fortune and friendship, they have become one of the most well-loved acts around, delighting audiences worldwide with their witty improvisation, charming characterisations and utterly captivating effect.
The delightfully captivating Hodman Dodmanott and Sally Forth are a wee pair of wonderful wanderers from the proud country of Oblivia. Despite being completely oblivious (and proud of it), Hodsman and Sally will adorably attempt to explain the new and baffling world around them.
The effect of meeting this unique and memorable couple is often described as ‘spellbinding’, with people of all ages becoming completely captivated by the ingenious illusion and witty personalities of the two characters. A totally heart-warming and magical walkabout performance.
These characters are “pod” puppets where the puppeteer is completely concealed within the costume. This creates the charming illusion of an elderly couple of miniature proportions, with huge personalities and a not-so-firm grip on the ways of modern living.
They can meet and greet, mix and mingle anywhere their funny little feet take them!
The duo have wowed crowds around the globe for over twelve years and are highly experienced corporate entertainers.
They are also regularly booked on Princess Cruise ships and have recently worked for BT, Heineken and The Hershscend family as event entertainment. They represented the UK at the 2010 World Expo in Shanghai, China and their work was showcased as part of the Welcoming Ceremony for the London 2012 Olympics.
In addition, they recently returned from a tour around the USA where they performed at Dollywood’s ‘Festival of Nations’ in Tennessee and at Silver Dollar City’s ‘Worldfest’ in Missouri.
For a winter version of this act, check out Christmas Hodsman and Sally.
Hodsman and Sally are perfect for: Festivals, family-friendly events and city centre occasions looking for enchanting interactive puppetry.
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Performances
Thousands of events and festivals including:
Summer Surprises, Dubai
Glastonbury International Festival of Performing arts, GB
Art’z up! Bethune, France
Fish and Chips Street Arts Festival, France
Singapore Arts Festival, Singapore
Sibiu Theatre Festival, Romania
Lowlands festival, Holland
ONS Festival, Norway
Cambridge Folk Festival, GB
Cardiff International Festival, GB
Winchester Hat Fair, GB
Expo 2010 Shanghai, China
Falkirk Big Tent Festival, GB
Festival of Fools Belfast, GB
Waterford Festival Ireland, GB
St Patrick’s day Festival Dublin, GB
Frost fair London, GB
O2 festival, Hyde Park, London, GB
They have also worked at private events in Serbia, The USA, Canada, Barbados, Antigua, Portugal and Mexico and for many prestigious companies including Heineken, Virgin, BT, Bloomberg, O2, Princess Cruises, Holland America and C&A.
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“I have never seen an act be so popular. You brought the town to a standstill!”
Hop Festival
“I loved watching people’s faces light up as they saw you.”
Sara Clews, Jersey Arts Centre
“Absolutely beautiful”
Tarby Davenport, Events Consultant, V Festival
“We had them last year as well and as always they were FANTASTIC!! Would always recommend them -love their act!”
Nadia Christie, Shining Wit Ltd
“Your conversation and wit are spellbinding. Without doubt one of the most clever and funniest things I’ve seen”
Alex Simpson, Grampian Police Pipe Band
“The characters just bring so much fun, and something special to the event.”
Simon Armstrong. Festivals and Events officer, Lancaster City Council
“Real Magic”
Out There Festival
“I was stunned… so original… the children and adults believed it entirely!”
Andrea Taylor, Thameside Metropolitan Council
“I have to say that the stars were Hodsman and Sally. They were delightful and absolutely charmed everyone as well as providing huge entertainment. What a splendidly original and well-produced idea.”
Michael Major, Centre Manager, Cascades Shopping Centre, Portsmouth
“you were absolutely brilliant, your dry wit was good clean fun and entertaining for all generations.”
Robert cox, STL Distribution
“They were hilarious, their steward was in hysterics all around the market place, as was their audience. At points they had so many people around them it was difficult for them to get to the end of the street.”
Ann Bloomfield, Coastal Currents Festival, Bexhill on Sea
