Revolva "The Final Countdown" at Clowns Without Borders, Portland

I wanted to develop a number that was fun for kids, and I thought counting down with me while I got rid of some hoops would work. This is the first time I ever did this act, though, and I had never rehearsed with the signs. (Also, missed a catch and the hoop slipped off my foot during the final headstand). I'll tighten it up. Like other areas of life, performing isn't about things happening perfectly; it's about how you handle it and keep going when they don't. ;) Looking forward to smoothing this out through future performances.

Btw, video by ALISON GRAYSON. Thanks, lady! http://www.myspace.com/im_in_narnia

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[dixonsviolin]

OK, others have pointed out how great this performance is (and it is awesome!), but no mention of that sexy silver outfit your wearing?!? Hot hot HOT!!! =)

Hee hee!  Miss you, Revolva! Kisses!

- Dixon

[revolva76]

Actually, it reminds me of something that YOU would wear while playing the violin.  Only your version would probably have more holes cut out of it -- like those pants that Prince used to wear. :) Miss you, too. Tell Detroit I said hi and that I'm waving to it right now.

[Nolano386]

The bit that got "The Final Countdown" stuck in 60 peoples heads for a month.

[therealqueenbee]

You NEVER cease to AMAZE me!!!

XOXOX

[BaldylocksLife]

What a fantastic skit you did, I love it! Sounds like your audience did too.

[agentpaprika]

hey kari that rules! i thought you meant to kick off the last hoop at the end, what with the 'blast off' sign and all. yay revolva!

[goodmorningsunshine8]

aaaaabsolutely awesome!!!!!!!

[hoopnotiq]

Super fun-tastic! Amazing performance.

[sandysmilinstrange]

You have enough stage presence for ten people. You are an amazing hooper, to be sure, but you are also one incredible performer.

[revolva76]

I tried to respond to this, but I don't think it went up. Anyway, no, I used to live in Detroit, but I left in 2006 -- now I live in Portland, Oregon. That's closer to you, so look me up any time you're down this way. Also, I've been trying to get to Vancouver to hang out with Alley 'Oop (I met her at Convergence last year; she's rad). So maybe we could also unite in Canada sometime.

[FireSandra]

Do what you can. I would love to go to Fire Drums... ; (

I'll be taking several trips to the States in the coming months. Are you in Detroit?

[revolva76]

Trying to figure something out. Budget's only issue because I'm also going to Fire Drums and then HoopCon just after Flow. So even though it's only a few hours away from where I live, it'll still cost me $200 entry and lodging and ... stuff. Been super busy, so I haven't figured out event's schedule yet. Maybe I can at least jump over for a jam or some of it? Knowing you'll be there's a definite incentive. :)