Rare Art From Mike Shinoda (1993) - "Working At Living" Cover Art For Theater Production

Discussion in 'News' started by Casual D, Dec 28, 2012.

Tags:
Page 1 of 2
  1. #1
    Casual D

    Casual D I WON'T BE YOUR CASUAL D. LPA Administrator

    Joined:
    Jul 13, 2002
    Messages:
    41,934
    Likes Received:
    2,523
    Casual D, Dec 28, 2012



    While this is not necessarily Linkin Park news, and does not connect directly to the band's history (apart from the association with Mike Shinoda), LPA forums member Ginger recently came across a rare find on eBay that we felt some fans might find interesting.

    Below is an original playbill from a theater play Mike Shinoda did art for (and starred in) back in 1993 titled "Working At Living: Songs of The City", performed at the Woodland Hills Community Church in Los Angeles, CA. Being done long before the formation of Linkin Park, we know little about this play; however, we felt that fans of Mike's art may appreciate this early look into his art career.

    Below is the front cover of the pamphlet (featuring Mike's art):

    [thumb]http://www.lpassociation.com/upload/images/122712-223319_Cover-2_zps8b5cd2f6.jpg[/thumb]

    For more scans, as well as other information concerning this pamphlet you may go here.

    Source: LPA Forums via Ginger
     
  2. #2
    Andreina

    Andreina Proud Venezuelan LP fan. LPA Contributor

    Joined:
    Dec 24, 2011
    Messages:
    4,975
    Likes Received:
    526
    Andreina, Dec 28, 2012



    I knew that was post material.. Congrats again to Ginger!
     
  3. #3
    Geki

    Geki >.

    Joined:
    May 3, 2005
    Messages:
    1,406
    Likes Received:
    1
    Geki, Dec 28, 2012



    Wow this is really cool!! I had no idea about this (I'm sure no other LP fans did either). Really cool find..
     
  4. #4
    Jeff

    Jeff WORSHIP LPA Addicted VIP

    Joined:
    Feb 3, 2010
    Messages:
    18,517
    Likes Received:
    342
    Jeff, Dec 28, 2012



    What a great find Ginger! Probably the coolest shit I've seen related to LP in a long ass time.
     
  5. #5
    Ginger

    Ginger Orangutan LPA VIP

    Joined:
    Apr 9, 2010
    Messages:
    161
    Likes Received:
    1
    Ginger, Dec 28, 2012



    Thanks, I'm glad I have the opportunity to share what I have.
     
  6. #6
    ChuckCheese

    ChuckCheese Did somebody order some cheese? LPA VIP

    Joined:
    Nov 12, 2007
    Messages:
    1,588
    Likes Received:
    1
    ChuckCheese, Dec 28, 2012



    So I guess both Chester AND Mike did plays and musicals back in grade school.
     
  7. #7
    Bam!

    Bam! One by One

    Joined:
    Jun 7, 2012
    Messages:
    44
    Likes Received:
    0
    Bam!, Dec 28, 2012



    This is really neat! Good find! I would have loved to see Mike in a play, as I am a big fan if LP and theatre!
     
  8. #8
    Søuł

    Søuł As rogue as they come

    Joined:
    May 24, 2012
    Messages:
    418
    Likes Received:
    4
    Søuł, Dec 28, 2012



    Really cool find! Would kill to see him act XD
     
  9. #9
    Vdalem

    Vdalem Purrfect! LPA Super VIP

    Joined:
    Dec 17, 2006
    Messages:
    5,877
    Likes Received:
    615
    Vdalem, Dec 28, 2012



    I wonder if he have a copy of it too?
     
  10. #10
    Dusty

    Dusty McNugget Buddy LPA Super VIP

    Joined:
    Aug 20, 2009
    Messages:
    5,073
    Likes Received:
    27
    Dusty, Dec 28, 2012



    I love little things like this. Thanks for sharing this with us Ginger!
     
  11. #11
    Super Sonic

    Super Sonic The Hedgehog LPA Super VIP

    Joined:
    Jul 28, 2010
    Messages:
    8,236
    Likes Received:
    131
    Super Sonic, Dec 28, 2012



    Nice find Ginger. Thank You. :)
     
  12. #12
    Nish

    Nish Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Apr 5, 2012
    Messages:
    1,361
    Likes Received:
    5
    Nish, Dec 28, 2012



    I totally read the title as "Rape art..."

    That is all, carry on.
     
  13. #13
    The Emptiness Machine

    The Emptiness Machine Out of the abyss. LPA Über VIP

    Joined:
    Apr 27, 2007
    Messages:
    11,801
    Likes Received:
    728
    The Emptiness Machine, Dec 28, 2012



    I find it kind of amusing because I remember Mike stating once that he was not interested in any sort of acting when he was rumored to star as a Taxi driver in some movie.

    It's amazing how much we change over the years.
     
  14. #14
    Qwerty19

    Qwerty19 LPA Super Member LPA Super Member

    Joined:
    Nov 21, 2011
    Messages:
    3,062
    Likes Received:
    984
    Qwerty19, Dec 28, 2012



    That's what I call old-school.

    Thanks! :)
     
  15. #15
    YoMarques

    YoMarques Linkin Park Soldier. LPUer.

    Joined:
    Apr 6, 2012
    Messages:
    1,687
    Likes Received:
    155
    YoMarques, Dec 28, 2012



    This is awesome! Thanks, Ginger :D
     
  16. #16
    Bennington_Hahn

    Bennington_Hahn This goes out to everybody still hatin' LPA VIP

    Joined:
    Apr 6, 2007
    Messages:
    1,255
    Likes Received:
    5
    Bennington_Hahn, Dec 28, 2012



    I read that as "working at Living Things" - I thought, bloody hell, so that's where they got the title from! :lol:

    great find! :D
     
  17. #17
    Casual D

    Casual D I WON'T BE YOUR CASUAL D. LPA Administrator

    Joined:
    Jul 13, 2002
    Messages:
    41,934
    Likes Received:
    2,523
    Casual D, Dec 28, 2012



    In his defense it might have been just like a one minute walk on part, like "HI I'M MIKE SHINODA I LIKE TO GARDEN." /exit stage left. It might not have been a huge lead role :lol:.
     
  18. #18
    chihuasG

    chihuasG Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jan 30, 2011
    Messages:
    49
    Likes Received:
    0
    chihuasG, Dec 29, 2012



    Oh wow, so Mike was like 16 when he made this? Somebody should tweet him and ask to see if he remembers it.
     
  19. #19
    Vriska

    Vriska Wiki Staff LPA VIP

    Joined:
    Apr 17, 2007
    Messages:
    1,777
    Likes Received:
    2
    Vriska, Dec 29, 2012



    I don't think any artist completely forgets anything they've done. As soon as he sees this he'll remember.
     
  20. #20
    minuteforce

    minuteforce Danny's not here, Mrs. Torrance. LPA Team

    Joined:
    Oct 31, 2004
    Messages:
    13,055
    Likes Received:
    2,336
    minuteforce, Dec 29, 2012



    And, then, restraining orders will ensue :kappa:
     
Page 1 of 2

Share This Page