Very Big Things

Just stumbled across Pimp My Snack; although there’s no doubting the majesty of the Monster Jammie Dodger, I’m rather tempted by the pimped out Walnut Whip.

On the subject of impressively large things (ooh, Matron!), the Sultan’s Elephant is coming to London at the end of next week, and looks unmissable. The site’s not giving much away yet, but looking at the photos and videos of its appearance in Nantes last year… wow!

Update: Found some more photos, with captions in English. The person that took the photos also posted this comment about the event/show/performance:

I must say that this was one of the most amazing things I’ve ever witnessed. People got very involved in the story to the point where they interpreted what the Little Giant was feeling based on what she was doing and how she acted. They talked about her as a person, not a contraption. At one point we asked someone where she was and they told us that she decided to go out for a walk after her shower. In the evening people were saying that she was riding the elephant because she was sleepy. I didn’t see it, but I was told that on Sunday morning, the Little Giant had to pee — and when she did, all of the handlers turned their backs and looked away so as not to embarrass her.

It’s that kind of little detail, that kind of gesture, that allowed it to transcend mere puppetry. It’s hard to believe without actually being there, but just watching her sleep fills you with emotion.

I can hardly wait to see this, I’m so excited!

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