If you've ever wondered why this community is so lucky to have an event like the Rogue Festival, then you need to catch one of the five remaining performances by Rogue favorite Barry Smith.
His multimedia comedy presentation of how all of the bad jobs he's had in his life -- from engine scraper to busboy -- have been the magical fuel for a brilliant show is the perfect example of the gift that's Rogue.
His observations on his own life would be funny enough if performed as typical stand-up. The addition of the visual elements just put a jocularity jolt to every line and word.
Smith's funnier than 90% of the comics working on screen or TV and you'd have to spend 10 times the ticket cost to see someone as entertaining as Smith if you went to Vegas. You want to know what's so good about Rogue? Spend two minutes with Smith and you'll know.
SHOW INFO: 5 p.m. Sunday, 7 p.m. Thursday, 4 p.m. Friday, 1:15 p.m. March 12 and 8:30 p.m. March 12 at Cal Arts Academy Severance, 1401 N. Wishon Ave. Admission: $10.
Yes, Barry Smith is a fun, fun dude! On my rogue to do list.
This was the best show I've seen so far! 'Rapcontuer' was also super good.
This is definitely his best show yet. Insightful and very funny!
Brilliant show. Witty, poignant and engaging. The photos and videos from the 70's and 80's are almost worth the price of admission on their own, but coupled with Barry's dramatic narrative it makes for a gut-busting show. Do not miss.
Another top pick of the Rogue. The timing and visuals on Barry's current show are great. If you've loved him in previous years you'll love this year's show and if you've never seen one of his shows you owe to yourself to catch this one.