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Event
"Sober But Never Clean" at the 2016 SOULO Theatre Festival
SOBER BUT NEVER CLEAN
Sunday May 29 - 7pm
Red Sandcastle Theatre, 922 Queen St E
Creator/Performer: Richard Lett
Richard Lett tells the story of how his 30 year stand up comedy career began, and how it led him into the depths of addiction, and then to his triumphant return with his hit one man show Sober But Never Clean. Long-time friend and colleague TJ Dawe, who dramaturges and directed the show, was instrumental in encouraging Lett that doing a show about addiction in stand-up comedy could help a lot of people. (As Lett says in his show, TJ could lose his phone and do a show about it! When I went into recovery, he was adamant that I do a show about it. I just wanted to get out of the homeless shelter before I started work on it.)
Mark Breslin (CEO of YukYuks) saw the show at the Hamilton fringe festival and also encouraged Richard, asking Lett to do the show in all his comedy clubs. Now Richard is touring the show nationally at all the YukYuks Comedy Clubs, appearing at recovery conventions and doing fundraisers for treatment facilities, and (near and dear to his heart) private shows for the clients at the King Haven Treatment Center where he was a client.
As Lett put it Being able to use my abilities to be of service to people has given me new energy as an entertainer and bolsters my own recovery every day.
Richard Lett is a courageous, comedic artist turning the difficulties of his life into comedy gold. I am proud to support him. Mark Breslin, CEO/Founder, Yuk Yuks Inc.
On the night of the show, this single man transformed the unknown to the unforgettable. Richards combination of song, spoken word and monologue all delivered through his gravelly voice took us from the depths of despair of addiction and the elation of recovery and all points in between. Richard Lett delivers a great message wrapped in light and dark humor like a little chocolate hug a treat to experience. - Wayne Steer, Fresh Start Recovery Centre, Calgary, AB.
Letts timing, tone and delivery were pitch-perfect. He transitioned seamlessly between funny and serious and was as comfortable behind a piano as he was behind a mic stand. Its a good option for those who have struggled with addiction or recovery, know someone who has, or who just have trouble opening up without a drink in their hand. Its also a funny, fresh take on stand-up that transcends the genre. Speaking of stand-up, fans of the genre should definitely appreciate this performance, but the show pulls heartstrings as often as it provokes laughter. Raise The Hammer, Hamilton
A headline stand-up comedian, a national championship slam poet, an award-winning writer and actor, and a gifted singer/songwriter RICHARD LETT brings enormous talent to tell deeply personal and entertaining stories. Richard has worked with comedy greats Tommy Chong, Robin Williams, Chris Rock and Dave Chapelle. Lett won of the LA Webfest Outstanding Lead Performance in a Comedy for his web series, Pay Up, and continues to tour internationally.
Richard says, Im inspired by Tom Waits, George Carlin, Richard Pryor, Allen Ginsberg, Maya Angelou, - Artists that stood tall to carve their own way. I am inspired by leaders of art. People who spoke for the marginalized, and answered only to their own truth when they pursued their vision and voice.
Ticket prices:
Advance: $15 + fees
At the door: $20, cash only
*Festival passes can be used at this event.
*Show passes can be used at this event.
SOULO THEATRE FESTIVAL TICKET POLICIES:
+ All shows begin on time.
+ There are NO latecomers, NO refunds, NO exceptions, but we are happy to exchange your tickets to another event (pending availability) if you are late to your show! Please double check your event's start time/location and arrive early to avoid disappointment.
+ Walk-up tickets will go on sale ONE HOUR before the event, cash only.
+ If an event has sold out online, come on down to the theatre and see if we have any walk-up tickets available!
+ Advance ticket sales end at 12pm the day of the event. If online sales have ended, we strongly encourage you to visit the theatre in person!
Questions? Please contact Franny, the Box Office & Front of House Manager at franny.soulofest@gmail.com
Visit our online SOULO Theatre Festival headquarters for all things solo and SOULO - www.soulo.ca/festival2015/
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LocationRed Sandcastle Theatre (View)
922 Queen Street East
Toronto, ON M4M 2J5
Canada
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| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: No |
| Wheelchair Accessible: No |
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