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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Shari & Lamb Chop' Trailer: The True Story Behind Shari Lewis and Her Beloved Sock Puppet
Iconic ventriloquist and puppeteer Shari Lewis gets a documentary ode to her trailblazing career as a children's entertainer in 'Shari & Lamb Chop.' The new documentary, from 'Love, Gilda' director and Emmy-nominated filmmaker Lisa D'Apolito, takes an up-close and personal look at her life and career starting with the CBS television series 'Arthur Godfrey's Talent Scouts' in the early 1950s, through 'The Shari Lewis Show' and 'The Charlie Horse Music Pizza,' with her second husband Jeremy Tarcher. Kino Lorber releases the documentary in theaters on July 18, with digital, educational, and home video releases to follow. Watch the trailer, an IndieWire exclusive, for 'Shari & Lamb Chop' below. More from IndieWire Brad Pitt Says David Fincher 'Reinvigorated' His Love of Acting During 'Se7en' James Cameron Expects 'Ghosts of Hiroshima' to Be His Lowest Grossing Film Ever Here's the official synopsis: 'Before Fred Rogers and Jim Henson, there was Shari Lewis, a children's television pioneer whose whimsical characters and ebullient spirit have guided generations of children as they came of age. Raised in the Bronx by a proud feminist mother and a professor father who moonlighted as Peter Pan the Magic Man, Shari became a multitalented dancer, singer, and magician. But when an injury sidelined her dance aspirations, she channeled her creativity into a passion for ventriloquism, creating the now beloved sock puppet characters Charlie Horse, Hush Puppy and, of course, Lamb Chop. 'From her early years of TV success to the crush of her show's cancellation to her 1990s comeback in her 60s, Lisa D'Apolito's heartfelt doc charts the life, loves, and career hits and misses of the spunky perfectionist whose talent and perseverance stand as a testament to women's power and forever changed the landscape of children's entertainment. Featuring interviews with ventriloquists inspired by Lewis alongside nostalgia-rich clips and home movies, this vibrant portrait brims with the same warmth, wit, and magic that defined her, celebrating the power of imagination and the inner child within.' Said D'Apolito, 'Shari Lewis's life is the ultimate comeback story. Shari mesmerized and empowered generations of children and their family in believing in themselves and having fun doing it. Audiences for the film have been multi-generational and have laughed and cried together and fallen in love with Shari and Lamb Chop. I hope it is a film that you can go with your grandparent, parents and your children and whether you watched Shari on TV or not, it brings the magic of childhood.' Said Mallory Lewis, Shari's daughter, 'I could not be happier that the world is finally going to get to truly know my mother's story and for the first time meet the fascinating and complex woman, the wife, the mother, the producer, that was Shari Lewis! They will not be disappointed.' The film is produced by White Horse Pictures and MoJo Global Arts and presented by Concord Originals and Olive Hill Media in association with The 51 Fund, Carlene Laughlin, and Chicago Media Project. The film first premiered at DOC NYC. The documentary is produced with the full cooperation of the Shari Lewis estate, through her daughter Mallory, who shares in her mother's legacy performing with Lamb Chop regularly across the U.S. Best of IndieWire Guillermo del Toro's Favorite Movies: 56 Films the Director Wants You to See 'Song of the South': 14 Things to Know About Disney's Most Controversial Movie Nicolas Winding Refn's Favorite Films: 37 Movies the Director Wants You to See Solve the daily Crossword
UPI
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- UPI
'Lamb Chop' doc highlights Shari Lewis feminism, glass ceiling
1 of 5 | Shari Lewis and Lamb Chop are the subject of "Shari & Lamb Chop," in theaters Friday. Photo courtesy of Kino Lorber LOS ANGELES, July 16 (UPI) -- The documentary Shari & Lamb Chop, in theaters Friday, tells the story of ventriloquist Shari Lewis and her most famous character, the puppet Lamb Chop. Her daughter, Mallory Lewis, who has performed as Lamb Chop and other characters since her mother's death in 1998, appreciates filmmaker Lisa D'Apolito showing the woman behind the characters. When Shari first got into ventriloquism, she was shut out by the male-dominated industry. In a recent Zoom interview with UPI, Mallory said women remain the minority in ventriloquism, even decades after Shari. "There's always been a glass ceiling for women and there continues to be one," Mallory said. "Nina Conti is one of my favorites but she's a comic as well." Shari and Lamb Chop also raised awareness for political issues that remain relevant today. A black and white clip from 1953 shows Lamb Chop asking Shari why there hasn't been a female president. "It is telling that in 1953 Lamb Chop said, 'Why isn't there a woman president? 32 men have been president and they've done it all wrong,'" Mallory said. Shari performed live television shows with Lamb Chop and other characters like Charlie Horse, Hush Puppy and Wing Ding. Mallory said her mother's strength was distinguishing each of her characters. "You never felt that it was Mom putting on an affect," Mallory said. "Lamb Chop would not say the same thing Charlie would say. Lamb Chop would be horrified at injustice and Charlie Horse would be rooting for the bad guy. Hush Puppy would just want everyone to stop fighting. Then Mom would come in and explain the ethical issues and suggest a moral outcome." The documentary shows how live children's shows like Shari's got pushed off the air by animated series. The animated shows were designed to advertise the toys that inspired the series. Shari and Lamb Chop even testified before Congress in 1993 to advocate for moral children's television. "Mom, of course, sold Lamb Chop toys but the show was not about the toys," Mallory said. "The show was moral stories. They learned be nice, be inclusive, don't be mean. I don't know why those are now radical concepts." Lamb Chop did work blue in a Las Vegas act Shari performed. Shari & Lamp Chop includes clips of that show. "People have a very narrow image of Mom as a nice little lady who played with puppets," Mallory said. "Mom did not have a dark side, but she was a feminist. She was an activist. She was a businesswoman back when women weren't businesswomen. She was a wife. She was a mother. She was actually a fully formed human being." Shari also had many other endeavors that did not make it into Shari & Lamb Chop, such as her appearances on Hollywood Squares, or the Season 3 Star Trek episode she wrote with her second husband, Jeremy Tarcher. "Mom created this place called Memory Alpha which was the repository of all the knowledge in the universe," Mallory said. "They still use Memory Alpha as the Wikipedia name [for Star Trek]." In the documentary, Shari says she found herself in Lamb Chop. Mallory has a similar relationship with Lamb Chop, with one difference. "Mom was Lamb Chop's mom," Mallory said. "I am Lamb Chop's sister so we have a different relationship. She has a great deal less respect for me than she did for Shari but we are besties." Mallory said she is still using the same Lamb Chop puppet Shari used. "I never did the puppets until Mom died," Mallory said. "Mom was a major part of my world but the rest of that was Lamb Chop. I couldn't let it all go away. I put her on, I never had to learn how to not move my lips. I never had to learn her voice. She just continued." She even gives Lamb Chop a voice in interviews, as Lamb Chop weighed in on life after Shari. "I miss Shari every day but I'm so grateful that Mallory is here because she's my sister and my bestie," Lamb Chop said. Mallory, her husband, Lamb Chop and the gang moved to Portugal this year. They perform at political rallies and charity events, often held at the Cascais Jazz Club. "I am a firm believer in the power of Lamb Chop to raise money," Mallory said. "We have raised millions of dollars over the years together, she and I. So we are hosting charity events regularly in Cascais and the expats have been very kind and generous." Lamb Chop and Mallory also appear daily on TikTok and respond to fans. Charlie Horse has even made appearances by request. "TikTok is where the artists are," Mallory said. "You can just ignore all the ads to buy stuff. Just keep scrolling."
India.com
26-06-2025
- Business
- India.com
Meet richest woman of Israel Shari Arison, her net worth is Rs 51600000000000, her business is...
Meet richest woman of Israel Shari Arison, her net worth is Rs 51600000000000, her business is… Richest Women of Israel: After 12 days of intense conflict between Iran and Israel, it came to a standstill after United States President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between the two countries. Both Tehran and Tel Aviv launched several missile and drone attacks at each other, killing hundreds of people. The ceasefire was announced following Iran's airstrikes on a US base in Iraq. However, the situation is now under control in both countries. Israel is known for its technology and unmatched air defence system. The country has several billionaires as well. But do you know who the richest woman in Israel is—whose wealth will leave you stunned? Shari Arison is the wealthiest woman in Israel. Let's know more about her. Who is Shari Arison? Shari Ariso is a very prominent name in the business world. She is the owner of Arison Investments and is also known for her philanthropic work. Her total assets are estimated to be around 5.96 billion dollars (approx Rs 5.16 lakh crore). Shari Arison's Business Shari actually inherited the enormous wealth from her father – Ted Arison, who was the founder of Carnival Cruise Lines. She joined her father's business and expanded it, reaching new heights. She is known for her unmatched business sense and has several businesses, including – Arison Investments, which focuses on climate, water, food technology, healthcare and education. Shari also founded the Ted Arison Family Foundation, which funds several NGOs. Connection With Israel Bank Shari Arison's enormous wealth stemmed from her previous ownership interests in Bank Hapoalim, Israel's largest bank, and Shikun & Binui, a construction and real estate firm. Partial investment from these holdings provided capital for further business expansions.
Business Insider
17-06-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
I founded a business that makes high-end play kitchens. I was told no one would pay for them, but now I run a million-dollar company.
Shari Raymond founded Milton and Goose after searching for a play kitchen for her son. Mentors told her that parents would never pay hundreds for a play kitchen. Shari had a gut feeling parents would pay for sustainability and quality, she says. This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Shari Raymond, founder of Milton and Goose. It has been edited for length and clarity. A decade ago, I wanted to buy my son a play kitchen for his first birthday. My family and I lived in a one-bedroom apartment, meaning the toy would be in our living room. It was a space I had curated through a lot of effort, and I wanted a kitchen that would fit the aesthetic. I wasn't willing to compromise. I've always been a product of my environment and enjoy having nice spaces. It's so easy to lose your identity in early motherhood. Preserving my living room felt like maintaining my identity, even though I was now a mom. I searched high and low, but couldn't find a toy kitchen I wouldn't mind looking at after my son went to bed. So, I set out to make one. I didn't set out to be costly, but to deliver on quality The irony of this story is that my son didn't get a play kitchen for his first birthday. He didn't get one until nearly 18 months later when the prototypes for my company, Milton and Goose, came in. Luckily, they were worth the wait. When I designed the kitchen, I thought about what I wanted. First, the aesthetic. But I also wanted a quality kitchen that would last through the future children I hoped to have. It should be made in America, with real wood and nontoxic materials. I put all those dreams into Milton and Goose. I didn't set out to have the most expensive play kitchen on the market, but at the end of the day, that's what I needed to sell the item for, to deliver on our promises. My mentor said it wouldn't work, but we've made millions Today, the Milton and Goose Essential Play Kitchen retails for about $799. The four-piece bundle brings the price close to $2,000. When I was launching the company, a mentor told me there was no way parents would pay that much. I can't blame him: until very recently, the toy industry focused on low-cost items with a short lifespan. Still, I had a strong gut feeling that parents deserved a better option. I was right: we've had millions of dollars in sales over the past seven years. I want my kids to be intentional about what they bring into the house Sustainability is really important to me, and something I teach my three kids about. It's easy to buy toys without thinking about their ultimate destination: the landfill. I want Milton and Goose kitchens to last through all the kids in a family. Then, they can be passed to friends or packed away for the next generation. When they eventually reach the end of their useful life, every part of the kitchen can be recycled. I've always been very intentional about considering the end-of-life plan for products I create. My kids are now 10, 8, and 4, and they've embraced my message around sustainability. When they bring a cheap plastic toy into the house, it often breaks within minutes, or weeks if we're lucky. I've seen my kids become more mindful of that, opting to go without plastic trinkets or only take one. We constantly discuss what we bring into our house and why we choose one product over another. With that, we can do our best to remain intentional about our consumption.
Daily Mail
05-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Chemist Warehouse shoppers discover little-known money-saving trick: 'OMG this is life changing'
Chemist Warehouse shoppers have discovered a little-known loophole that allows them to get items in-store for cheaper than anywhere else. Queensland mum Shari shared the money-saving trick after learning about the retailer's price match - plus a further 10 per cent discount - if shoppers find an identical item stocked at any retailer in Australia. While many retailers - including Bunnings, The Good Guys, Dan Murphy's and Rebel Sport - offer price matching on products sold by other businesses, not everyone knows about the pharmacy's discount policy. 'This is a little PSA for all the girlies who like to shop at Chemist Warehouse. Don't forget they will price match and beat other competitors,' Shari said in her video. The mum said she saw Priceline was having a huge sale on drugstore makeup products - but the closest pharmacy to her was Chemist Warehouse. 'I just showed the lady at the checkout the prices at Priceline, made sure the colour matches were the same and confirmed they were in stock,' Shari explained. 'Chemist Warehouse matched the prices and beat it just a little bit.' She said the price-matching scheme was 'super handy' - especially for her since she lived closer to Chemist Warehouse than to Priceline. 'I know I can still get the same prices and save myself a bit of money and time,' Shari said. According to the website, if you find a cheaper price on the same item at another registered pharmacy or retailer with a physical store, Chemist Warehouse will match that price and give you an additional 10 per cent off the difference. Under the price matching policy, shoppers are limited to a maximum of three units per product. If you would like to price match in store, customers are advised to bring a catalogue or online reference from the other retailer containing valid proof of their price. The discount will take place during the time you purchase the product in store and staff may choose to contact the competitor to verify their price before granting the price match. The policy excludes international orders, online-only retailers, out of stock or products that are on clearance or discontinued. Many shoppers revealed they had no idea the retailer offered price matching, with one saying: 'Wish I knew this a few hours ago.' 'OMG this is life changing,' another shared. 'You're telling me this whole time I didn't have to shop them both,' one added. One shopper revealed a 'genius' way to score the best deals on her favourite beauty products by waiting for the half-price sale at Woolworths. 'If makeup is on sale for 50 per cent off at Woolies, I go to Chemist Warehouse to get it for 60 per cent off since they beat it by 10 per cent,' she said. Meanwhile, a Chemist Warehouse employee claimed that the price matching policy was more rewarding than their own staff discount. 'Been working at Chemist Warehouse for five years and counting. I'm surprised not more people know about it,' she said.
