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Blood and Tinsel
By Jim Sharman

Blood and Tinsel

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A dazzling memoir of passion and humour In Blood & Tinsel, Jim Sharman takes us on an epic personal journey from his colourful childhood in his father's boxing troupe to Tokyo, London, Berlin and Sydney via the international successes of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Hair and Jesus Christ Superstar. Whether recounting conversations with Lou Reed, giving us the inside story about Rocky Horror or describing a fateful meeting with Patrick White, Jim Sharman casts a brilliant story of the people and events that have shaped the times. Blood & Tinsel ranges from the rough and ready world of outback Australia in the fifties, where boxers and panto dames shared the stage, to the cultural explosions in which Sharman played a part. Blood & Tinsel is a remarkable story about Australia. It is also a moving tribute to a family legendary in the entertainment stakes.

ISBN: 9780522853773
Classification: Memoirs , History of art & design styles: from c 1900 -
Format: Hardback (228mm x 160mm x 36mm)
Pages: 400
Publish Date: 1-Aug-2008
Country of Publication: Australia

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0 star rating by Boomert - Blood and Tinsel by Jim Sharman 12 Jan 2010
Jim Sharman relays the story of his life rhythmically, like a play or film. Childhood memories of boxing sideshows are cut between information on eras, people, productions, and moments of inspiration. Images from Sharman’s plays, life, and from popular culture also transport the reader into his experience. His writing is distinctly visual, poetic and personal. His recollections of people and moments that have inspired him (from Patrick White, to film, to Dada and Pop Art) are endearing. Despite the few battles (with grief, a bout of depression, and the inevitable end of relationships) Sharman has no complaints with life. His dark streak is transformed into unquestionable talent in daring shows, operas and films from Don Giovanni to Rocky Horror. His decision in later years to remain in Australia and assist the growth of quality theatre is admirable. The memoir is highly absorbing entertainment and has the potential to appeal to different ages and audiences, from those who will recognise suburban Australia, punk London, and hippie-era Tokyo, to those that will only know Sharman through cult associations. An interesting and unique story of a personality with an original, genuine take on the world. Would sit well alongside Bruce Beresford’s or, equally, Patrick White’s biography.

Author Biography: Jim Sharman
Jim Sharman is an international director of film, musicals and theatre.

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