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Will Durst's BOOMERAGING: From LSD to OMG (full length)
BOOMERAGING: FROM LSD TO OMG.
The man the New York Times calls "quite possibly, the best political comedian working in the country today," Will Durst, is proud to present his first one- man show since the acclaimed "Elect to Laugh," ran for 41 weeks in San Francisco in 2012. "BoomeRaging: From LSD to OMG", is an uproarious tribute to the joys, achievements, frustrations, and looming doom of the Baby Boom Generation. In this rollicking 75- minute monologue, Durst explains why his chronologically gifted brothers and sisters should refuse to grow old in the face of gravity no matter how many times they forget their password retrieval question. It's what happens when acid flashbacks meet dementia. A celebration of the maturation of the Boomer Nation: culminating in an extra, added special treat- the Meaning of Life.
Ably assisted by a genially acerbic wit and trusty overhead projector, Durst explores the Boomer revolutions, evolutions and still vibrant role in today's youth obsessed society (which we invented, for crum's sake). He shamelessly strokes egos and pats hands, encouraging the Flower Power Generation to persevere through segments entitled The Psychedelic Colonoscopy, Still Doing Drugs, Only Now There's a Co- Pay & From the Summer of Love to the Winter of Our Incontinence. It's funny. It's smart. Clean and uplifting, even. A unique theatrical event delivered with stand- up timing and not less than a modicum of poetry.
Jean Schiffman of the San Francisco Examiner says of "BoomeRaging: From LSD to OMG", "Durst's good-natured, acerbic monologue is so funny that I found myself on the verge of uncontrollable, hysterical laughter. His observations are hilarious."
http://www.sfexaminer.com/entertainment/theater/2013/05/durst-oldie-goodie#ixzz2TNsG1oKN
Woody Weingarten of the Berkeley Patch says "I can't remember being more amused by anything in years."
http://berkeley.patch.com/groups/woody-weingartens-blog/p/acerbic-standup-comic-will-dursts-solo-show-on-aging-kills-crowd
Special Note: Due to the use of startlingly archaic technology, children under the age of 40 will not be admitted unless accompanied by a guardian or if they bring a note. We apologize for any inconvenience.
BoomeRaging: From LSD to OMG was the top-selling show in the Santa Cruz Fringe Festival in 2014, and there's a good reason for that! Even is you saw it last year, the show is 35 minutes longer this year so come back and bring your friends!
Acknowledged by peers and press alike as one of the premier political satirists in the country, Will Durst has patched together a comedy quilt of a career, weaving together columns, books, radio and television commentaries, acting, voice overs and stand- up into a riotous patchwork of outraged and outrageous common sense. The New York Times calls him, "quite possibly the best political comedian working in the country today." Author of 3 books, Durst has told jokes in 14 countries, racked up 800+ television appearances, released 5 CDs and despite blistering reproach, continues to squeeze ketchup on his hot dog.
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LocationCenter Stage (View)
1001 Center Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
United States
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| Kid Friendly: Yes! |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: No |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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