Drunk Shakespeare. Has anyone been?

[Anonymous]

It’s a show at the DC arts center - on 18th street (Adams Morgan I assume ) seems like it might be a fun improv type comedy show. Just looking for something new and different to do besides a typical stand up comedy show or theater performance.

[Anonymous]

God, of all the offensive things. Hell no. It’s a stupid premise.

[Anonymous]

My family loves Improv Shakespeare, but I can’t get into the premise of Drunk Shakespeare. It just seems unhealthy and not funny.

[Anonymous]

I have heard the show is absolutely hilarious, particularly if you like shakespeare and Renaissance festivals.

I have heard this from drinkers and teetolers alike.

I think if you are uptight, offended easily and judgemental, then it probably is not a good choice.

But if you like to have fun and laugh, with a good sense of humor, it is probably a great night out.

[Anonymous]

I think if you are uptight, offended easily and judgemental, then it probably is not a good choice.

So, not for me then.

[Anonymous]

I was excited to go and it wasn’t as funny as I thought. The venue is really small and we had seats off to the side. It was just an uncomfortable set up as we were so close.
I think the audience also needs to have some drinks to enjoy it.

[Anonymous]

I thought it was great! Particularly if you know Shakespeare well, it’s a fun evening. Agree with PP that if you are uptight or easily offended, probably best to skip.

[Anonymous]

We went with a group of about 20, all couples, and all thought it was hilarious. A bit bawdy, but we were all adults - I would definitely not bring tweens or teens (inappropriate for tweens, teens would be embarrassed seeing with parents).

[Anonymous]

I saw it when they did Macbeth. It was fun and we were sober! They don't overly drink.

[Anonymous]

I’ve gone to the one in New York. It was funny and fun. Once is enough though. It’s very much an audience participation thing—if you think you’d be embarrassed wearing a prop or being singled out for a brief activity, you might not like it.

[Anonymous]

Went in NYC, and it was a blast.

[Anonymous]

How puerile

[Anonymous]

Loved the one in NYC. We laughed hilariously and it was a nice change from a traditional show.

[Anonymous]

I have not been, but I’m an actor and I know folks who have done this show.

It’s fantastic, but it’s not as funny if you’re not pretty familiar with at least the most popular Shakespeare plays.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:God, of all the offensive things. Hell no. It’s a stupid premise.

Have you seen that show Drunk History? It is a really great premise.