Saturday, August 10, 2013

Bill Maher in Durham

Saw & heard Bill Maher tonight at the Durham Performing Arts Center (capacity about 2700 people).  He's sharp and wicked, more relaxed than on TV, clearly enjoying every minute of his performance - and it was a generous one, pushing two hours straight. Looked like he was wearing a Cuban style shirt, more casual than on HBO's Real Time with Bill Maher. The audience was eclectic and appreciative. I loved it!
Bill Maher's stand-up topics in Durham ranged through all the impolite, telling topics like politics (including North Carolina's politics), religion, sex and social mores. It's a way fun job, but somebody's got to do it.
From Mormons to Catholics, Bill Maher does not spare the rod, yet when it comes down to it a la Flannery O'Connor's way of seeing and not unlike the great Voltaire, he's still pretty Catholic.

Last time I visited Tar Heel Land, the Tibetan Buddhists were in Saxapahaw. This time, Bill Maher in Durham -- and the Durham Bulls right next door, complete with fireworks and a victory.

Today's Rune: Joy.   

1 comment:

jodi said...

Erik-sounds like a perfect time of humor and irreverency!