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The stand-up comedian, musician and actor takes his latest offering on the road, waxing lyrical on subjects as diverse as God, worms, mumbling, delusion, the creation vs. science debate, and the wonder of jazz singers, in his own inimitable way.
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From the imagination of Bill Bailey, experience Tinselworm--a visually stunning comedy and music extravaganza. Filmed at Wembley Arena at the end of a sell-out tour of the UK, it’s everything you expect from Bill, and more. Using huge screens, films and animation by award-winning film-maker Joe Magee, plus Bill’s trademark musical inventiveness and verbal brilliance, this is quite simply the most spectacular one-man comedy show ever staged in the UK.
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39 of 45 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
So, as a big fan of Bill Bailey in whatever he chooses to do (Buzzcocks, Black Books and his previous stand up gigs) I found this to be extremely hollow, and crucially not very funny.
Example, I'm all for a musical number in a Bill Bailey gig, as long as it's a funny musical number (and no, wheeling out a song from another gig does not count).
Too much time spent on the video screens behind Bill rather than Bill himself. And the viedo screen stuff wasn't even that funny either. From the extras on this DVD it seems like the smaller gigs from the same tour were better, but for me the main Wembley gig is frankly, boring.
Example, I'm all for a musical number in a Bill Bailey gig, as long as it's a funny musical number (and no, wheeling out a song from another gig does not count).
Too much time spent on the video screens behind Bill rather than Bill himself. And the viedo screen stuff wasn't even that funny either. From the extras on this DVD it seems like the smaller gigs from the same tour were better, but for me the main Wembley gig is frankly, boring.
18 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
There is no doubt that Bill Bailey is a unique talent. Disappointingly this show held at Wembley does not show him at his best.
Personally I dislike large arenas and refuse to go to any venue unless I am close enough to the stage to see the performer's eyes. This is especially important for comedy where crowd participation and interaction are fundamental to a good show. Why people flock to see the likes of Lee Evans at huge arenas is beyond me. If you can only watch the performer on the big screen why bother to go and see them live at all. You might as well wait for the DVD release!
Frank Skinner recently wrote that he decided on his last tour to avoid huge venues (even though he has the fanbase to do so) because they made him feel dislocated from his audience. I think a lot of the big names in comedy should learn from this approach and think of the fans before their pockets.
Anyway back to the review, Bill Bailey appears to view this performance as a fitting climax to his career. Unfortunately the location appears to have gone to his head and instead of delighting his audience with the quirky, unusual comedy for which he is renowned, we get light shows galore, special effects, recycled material and even Bill Bailey: the "rock god". At an hour and a half the show feels very long (not helped by some fairly weak material) and parts of the show definitely outstay their welcome (the Hindi Creep.. why?).
I would only recommend this to diehard fans who have everything else he has done and are desperate for more. Newbies should try Bewilderness first.
Personally I dislike large arenas and refuse to go to any venue unless I am close enough to the stage to see the performer's eyes. This is especially important for comedy where crowd participation and interaction are fundamental to a good show. Why people flock to see the likes of Lee Evans at huge arenas is beyond me. If you can only watch the performer on the big screen why bother to go and see them live at all. You might as well wait for the DVD release!
Frank Skinner recently wrote that he decided on his last tour to avoid huge venues (even though he has the fanbase to do so) because they made him feel dislocated from his audience. I think a lot of the big names in comedy should learn from this approach and think of the fans before their pockets.
Anyway back to the review, Bill Bailey appears to view this performance as a fitting climax to his career. Unfortunately the location appears to have gone to his head and instead of delighting his audience with the quirky, unusual comedy for which he is renowned, we get light shows galore, special effects, recycled material and even Bill Bailey: the "rock god". At an hour and a half the show feels very long (not helped by some fairly weak material) and parts of the show definitely outstay their welcome (the Hindi Creep.. why?).
I would only recommend this to diehard fans who have everything else he has done and are desperate for more. Newbies should try Bewilderness first.
67 of 81 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I've been waiting so long for this DVD! I saw Tinselworm live in Manchester almost a year ago now and I honestly feel it is one of Bill Bailey's best shows to date.
While you have to appreciate that every live show is different, causing various input/interaction with the audience, the majority of the show will be the same as what I saw - and it's all pure comedy gold.
From the Pot Noodle Horn to Gong Jousting - Bill Bailey once again dazzles us with music, props and an ability to go off on a tangent about why you should only eat Revels with a bucket on your head!
If you're a Bill Bailey fan you'll adore this DVD as much as his other work. If you know someone who is a Bill Bailey fan - the timing couldn't be better! - This would be an ideal Christmas pressie!
While you have to appreciate that every live show is different, causing various input/interaction with the audience, the majority of the show will be the same as what I saw - and it's all pure comedy gold.
From the Pot Noodle Horn to Gong Jousting - Bill Bailey once again dazzles us with music, props and an ability to go off on a tangent about why you should only eat Revels with a bucket on your head!
If you're a Bill Bailey fan you'll adore this DVD as much as his other work. If you know someone who is a Bill Bailey fan - the timing couldn't be better! - This would be an ideal Christmas pressie!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Bill Bailey tinselworm
This was bought for my father for his Christmas he is a great fan and has thoroughly enjoyed watching ths DVD!!!!
Published 4 months ago by Mrs. Paula J. F. Jones
2.0 out of 5 stars
Disappointing
I am a massive Bailey fan, but this was a let down. I feel Bill tried too hard to be surreal. I cant comment too much on the contents, because I fell asleep. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Breeze
2.0 out of 5 stars
Not his best
Bill Bailey is undoubtedly a talent but his talent is wasted in this show, he randomly rambles and makes his way through the show with some laughable quips not that funny. Read more
Published 11 months ago by campbellblade
4.0 out of 5 stars
Bill Bailey at Wembly - absolutely in his element
While some of the material is a little UK specific, Bill covers such a diverse range of subjects its just a skip until he's onto something you know. Read more
Published on 1 Feb 2011 by Durbs
1.0 out of 5 stars
An off day for Bill which falls flat on a massive and dull crowd.
DO NOT BUY!
I should first point out that I saw this tour of exact material in Dublin's Olympia Theater and it was FANTASTIC, I honestly thought some people would die... Read more
I should first point out that I saw this tour of exact material in Dublin's Olympia Theater and it was FANTASTIC, I honestly thought some people would die... Read more
Published on 27 Nov 2010 by Jericho666
2.0 out of 5 stars
Very dissapointed
I am a long time fan of Bill Bailey but this whole performance just failed to get started for me.
Too much video/special effects and too little of his normal verbal... Read more
Too much video/special effects and too little of his normal verbal... Read more
Published on 3 Nov 2010 by Blue Valley
2.0 out of 5 stars
Just not funny
I have following Bill Bailey since his TV show on channel 4 and have always found him to be brilliant but Tinselworm is just poor, no where near his usual standard. Read more
Published on 30 Aug 2010 by Mr. Nicholas D. Hand
1.0 out of 5 stars
Sorry Bill, a waste of your talents.
I've enjoyed Bill for many years, the cockney songs, smug jazz, beautiful ladies in danger... wonderful stuff. I have to say this just doesn't compare one bit. Read more
Published on 25 Jun 2010 by Benito
3.0 out of 5 stars
DVD
I received this in good time, in brand new, very good condition.
A bit disappointing Bill.
A bit disappointing Bill.
Published on 13 Feb 2010 by J. Davison
1.0 out of 5 stars
Tiresome
As a fan of Bill Bailey's for many years, from his 70 seater shows at the Edinburgh Festival to his later brilliant performances at more considerable theatres, I found Tinselworm a... Read more
Published on 9 Feb 2010 by Soul Searcher
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