Louis C.K.’s “Oh My God” performance probably belongs on my top favorite standup tours. But, for some reason, this bit is the one that’s stuck out the most: The irony is that when I’m not destined to sit in traffic or rocketing across a highway homicidally (I’m not a good driver when I need to be somewhere – I’m nervous, never leave on time, always speed, and have unyielding road.. Read More
Haters gonna heckle: live show etiquette
There’s two etiquette rules for live shows: Oh, nevermind. Just one? Okay. That’s fine, because it should be really easy to remember, then. Unless the performer engages you, you’re (in the words of Louis C.K.) “not welcome to speak.” The only noise coming outta your mouth should be laughter or singing along to the music (if there’s any). The more serious theah-tah (that’s Queen’s English for a play), performance of.. Read More
Louie-nalysis “fat girl rant”
I love seeing “Louie” (Louis C.K.’s show) make news. And when it did yesterday, it was about a “Seven Minute Fat Girl Rant”. Delivered by guest actress Sarah Baker, the show stealing scene featured her character Vanessa appointing Louie to represent all men. She chastises him for not acknowledging her fatness and asks why a guy like him wouldn’t date a fat girl like her when they “totally match”. Oy.. Read More
Praise the lord and pass the channel changer – Louie’s back.
Let’s join hands and thank god for another season of Louie. After watching the two-episode season premiere, I think what I like best about Louis C.K.’s show “Louie” is – well – there’s not just one thing. For one, it’s always nice when a show doesn’t have a giggle itinerary suggested by some prescription tracked laughter. Then there’s the combination deadpan delivery and deer in the headlights reaction to moronic.. Read More