Shields & Yarnell was born on the streets of San Francisco in the early 1970’s. Robert Shields had worked at the Hollywood Wax Museum and toured with a Canadian circus as Robbie the Robot. After performing at renaissance fairs and a brief stint as a student of Marcel Marceau in Paris, he moved to San Francisco and began performing his act in Union Square. Embraced by local columnist Herb Caen, Robert’s act soon became the top tourist attraction in town.Lorene Yarnell began studying dance at the age of 4, and by the age of 15 was established in her career as a very successful variety performer, both on television and off-Broadway.
They performed on the streets as a team, and their success and acclaim led them to a regular role on "The Sonny & Cher Show" and eventually their own show. Many fondly remember the robot characters, "The Clinkers," which they created at that time and still perform in their act to this day.
| When the television show ended, Shields and Yarnell continued to perform – in Las Vegas, on Broadway, with orchestras across the country, and all around the world. Shields & Yarnell have performed on over 400 television shows. They have been described as "pioneers of the theatrical form of outrageous controlled insanity dubbed the ‘new vaudeville.’" They combine artistry from the past along with newer concepts, such as the use of voice-overs, soundtracks, and sound effects. Their spontaneous improvisation changes with the audience. With elasticity, unlimited invention, and boundless energy, they enter into a fantasy world, sweeping you along with them. Their gift is magic! |
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TEN REASONS YOU SHOULD SEE "SHIELDS AND YARNELL" "A mixture of fantasy, exuberance, talent. creativity and enthusiasm - a blast of fresh air." |
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#2 REASON YOU SHOULD SEE "SHIELDS AND YARNELL" "There are perhaps 35 great clowns left in the world. ROBERT SHIELDS may be the best one there is." |
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#3 REASON YOU SHOULD SEE "SHIELDS AND YARNELL" "As a team. SHIELDS & YARNELL are magical. innovative and pure entertainment - Yarnell's tap dancing is flawless." |
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#4 REASON YOU SHOULD SEE "SHIELDS AND YARNELL" "A unique blend of mime movement. and comedy - phenomenal." "A wealth of imagination and dramatic timing - hilarious." |
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#5 REASON YOU SHOULD SEE "SHIELDS AND YARNELL" "SHIELDS & YARNELL have taken this ancient art and polished it into a fascinating and enthralling evening of entertainment. They are truly in a class by themselves." |
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#6 REASON YOU SHOULD SEE "SHIELDS AND YARNELL" "ROBERT SHIELDS is the greatest mime in America." |
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#7 REASON YOU SHOULD SEE "SHIELDS AND YARNELL" "The show is a fine two hours of family-style entertainment. full of exuberance and charm. |
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#8 REASON YOU SHOULD SEE "SHIELDS AND YARNELL" "SHIELDS & YARNELL are brilliant. innovative. amazing performers. Bravo!" |
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#9 REASON YOU SHOULD SEE "SHIELDS AND YARNELL" "By far the most unique act I have ever seen. They are intriguing and funny. their antics make audiences laugh heartily. More than worth the |
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#10 REASON YOU SHOULD SEE "SHIELDS AND YARNELL" "A masterpiece of dexterity and comic timing - true magic. |
Shields & Yarnell as the Clinkers.
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Tricky shot – balancing on the bridge.Next Photo...
Sheilds & Yarnell bridge the gap
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The Wedding.
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Divine Mischief.
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What are YOU looking at?
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Look what Vegas did to us.
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Yarnell teaching tap.
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