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SUMMARY:Matthew Broussard
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a Night of Smart\, Self-Deprecating Comedy with Matthew Broussard\nJoin us for an unforgettable evening of comedy with Matthew Broussard\, a stand-up comedian known for his sharp wit\, clever punchlines\, and self-deprecating humor. A former financial analyst with a degree in computational mathematics\, Matthew somehow makes being brainy look hilarious – even when he’s the butt of the joke. \nHis comedy is smart\, personal\, and full of unexpected twists. He brings a unique perspective to the stage\, shaped by his background as the son of a Cajun chemist and a Jewish microbiologist. Whether he’s making fun of his looks or dropping casual math references\, he delivers laughs with style and precision. \nMatthew has been featured on some of comedy’s biggest stages\, including “The Tonight Show\,” “CONAN\,” “Jeff Ross Presents Roast Battle\,” and “The Comedy Central Half Hour.” On screen\, you might recognize him from hit shows like “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel\,” “The League\,” and “The Mindy Project.” He also appears alongside Billy Crystal and Tiffany Haddish in the film “Here Today.” \nIn addition to his work in comedy and acting\, Matthew is the creator of “Monday Punday\,” a popular webcomic and puzzle app that combines puns and visual wordplay in a creative and hilarious way. \nWith his mix of intellectual humor\, quirky charm\, and polished delivery\, Matthew Broussard offers a comedy experience that’s both entertaining and refreshingly original. Whether you’re a comedy fan or just looking for a fun night out\, this is one show you won’t want to miss. \nAndrew Rudick- Opener\nAndrew Rudick is a nationally touring stand-up comedian\, writer\, and actor.  One of the fastest rising comedians in the Midwest\, Rudick has been featured on “The Bob and Tom” national radio show and his comedy can be heard regularly on SiriusXM.  His debut comedy album opened at the top of the Apple Music charts. \nCombining a midwestern charm and high-energy absurdism\, Rudick’s stand-up is a frequent hit both on stage and across social media. His videos have amassed tens of millions of views. Rudick’s relatable energy earned him an appearance on HGTV’s “Design Fails.” \nPlease note: This performance may contain mature content and is intended for adult audiences.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/matthew-broussard/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Events,Performing Arts
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SUMMARY:PLANES TRAINS AND AUTOMOBILES
DESCRIPTION:Neal Page is an advertising executive who just wants to fly home to Chicago to spend Thanksgiving with his family. But all Neal Page gets is misery. Misery named Del Griffith – a loud mouthed\, but nevertheless loveable\, salesman who leads Neal on a cross-country\, wild goose chase that keeps Neal from tasting his turkey. Steve Martin (Neal) and John Candy (Del) are absolutely wonderful as two guys with a knack for making the worst of a bad situation. If it’s painful\, funny\, or just plain crazy\, it happens to Neal and Del in Planes\, Trains and Automobiles. Every traveler’s nightmare in a comedy-come-true! \nDirector: John Hughes \nStars: Steve Martin\, John Candy\, Laila Robins
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/planes-trains-and-automobiles-2/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classics,Family,Film
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