Tag: comedy

Solo-Extraordinaire John Leguizamo takes audiences on his hands, making sure they learn and laugh.

July 22, 2016

By Lupita Peimbert (Latino) – The moment John Leguizamo entered the stage, he took over. He had the audience at the Berkeley Rep Thursday night laughing and clapping on and off for 90 minutes, no intermission, during “Latin History for Morons,” one of his shows about growing up Latino in the United States. Granted, the … More Solo-Extraordinaire John Leguizamo takes audiences on his hands, making sure they learn and laugh.

How to Become Parisian in One Hour!

March 28, 2013

By Lupita Peimbert. Back from the theater, I closely observe Parisians on the Metro train. Long, sad-looking faces. Some passengers appear fatigued. The handsome guy seating in front of me looks depressed, and so the beautiful woman next to him. Further back I see a young man focusing on one single point, eyes wide open. … More How to Become Parisian in One Hour!