Fool's Paradise - Christmas acts - Sparky the Sparkling Robot

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A self contained radio-controlled life-size robot with video screen face, an independent voice box, huge range of animated actions and an electric personality, Sparky roams the streets like a friendly giant Christmas toy. For Christmas outings he comes complete with sparkling décor and twinkling illuminations for a shining and glowing presence.

Magical and astonishing visual interaction, this mobile installation engages all children and presents a puzzle for adults. Why? Who?…and how does he work?

Sparky is made of...
A plant pot, boat navigation rudder, sandpit cover, fruit dish, microphone stand, welding mask, tricycle mudguards, CDs, guttering pipes, plant sprayer, bicycle wheel, funnel, a hoover, electric window motors, electric wheelchair motors, bass drum tension rods.

Set on a recycled wheelchair base, controlled with a state-of-the-art digital remote control system, illuminated by a range of LED lights and decorated in silver, gold and blue.

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