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Mr. Murphy's performance might be best described as a synthesis
of the European clown and the classic American physical comedian.
It is an impetuous journey into the world of MURPH, a selfless,
self-conscious, guilt-ridden, Catholic, solo entertainer of the
90's. He will entertain you, he must entertain you...at any
cost! It is up front, honest to goodness, in your face and at the
same time sensitive physical comedy! His formal training in Physical
Education and Ballet spawned a unique style of theater that is at
once an ardent athletic event and a sensitive outpouring of newly
discovered emotions. His performance is essentially slapstick and
yet somehow the critic's reoccuring choices of descriptive words
are: tender, charm, heart, warmth, and compassion. Murph uses a
variety of disciplines to tell his story including a quirky acting
style, acrobatics, dance, and various circus arts. Critics have
dubbed him "The Chaos Poet."
"Mr. Murphy is a funny and talented star...a surefire cure for
the blahs."
-New York Times
"Sensational!...a superb artist and crazy acrobat. His clowning
was a joy to behold and care about."
-Back Stage Magazine
TOM MURPHY HIGHLIGHTS
- A very successful, sold-out, two week run on Broadway
at the New Victory Theater
- Hollywood film debut in Ava's Magical Adventure
starring Timothy Bottoms and Patrick Dempsey
- Awarded Number One Clown at the Cirque de Demain circus competition
in Paris
- Guest starred in Star Struck at Merv Griffin's
Resort Hotel and Casino, Atlantic City
- Featured on Showtime from Montreal's Just For
Laughs Comedy Festival
- Choreographer and featured performer for AT&T
cordless phone T.V. commercial
- Created customized performances for the corporate market place
including AT&T, NYNEX, Silver Berdett & Ginn,
Codex, and Pitney Bowes
- Lincoln Center Out of Doors
- Arena comedian for the NBA"s Washington Bullets
- Co-founded two international touring companies - Mountain
Mime and Clown Shoes
Faculty member at:
- Boston University Theater Institute
- Arhus Theater Akademy - Denmark
- Ecole Nationale Du Cirque - Paris
- Theater Haus - Stuttgart, Germany
- Ringling Bros. Barnum and Bailey Clown College
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