A review of a ‘comedy’ show I went to featuring Lewis C.K.
A few nights ago I went to a Comedy venue called the Improvisation because I needed a good laugh and was in the mood for some funny skits. What I saw left me shocked, in disbelief, and in doubt as to whether I would ever go to a live comedy show again.
The show started off harmless enough, a couple comedians had really funny skits even though they used a few curse words (which I felt unnecessary) yet I let that slide. I believe the best comedians like Jerry Seinfeld, Bill Cosby and Joe Bolster are talented enough to keep profanity out of their jokes. Regardless, by the time the third comedian walked onstage it was clear that the entire crowd was there to see him. His name is Lewis C. K.
The most disturbing thing about his fans was the fact that most of them were drinking: NOT a good sign. If I had to guess I would say that most of the people in the crowd already had a few drinks by the time he got onstage – maybe two drinks at minimum. The host introduced him as ‘the star of his own show,’ which was a surprise to me, because I watch all of the top comedies on CBS and NBC and I have NEVER heard of his show. As soon as he hit the stage he just started in with offensive skits, and he was just leaning on the piano. I honestly think that my preacher is funnier; at least he ACTS like he wants to be there!
The very first joke he told was…”I would totally abandon my kids, but I’m in love with them, so no such luck.” Is this honestly a joke?!? I felt like leaving right then and there to go call CPS on this guy. I forced myself to stay out of curiosity and after 5 minutes of saying how annoying his kids were (which I would never say about my children because they are angels) he went on to talk about how his genitals look like a pig’s behind. He seriously talked about his privates to a room full of strangers for about 3 minutes! Do you have any dignity?
Right before I left to demand a refund, he said something that will haunt me forever: He said that he masturbated during 9/11 in between the twin towers falling down. This is truly disgusting. I don’t know if YOU know this Mr. CK, but words hurt. Just because people are intoxicated, doesn’t mean you have the right to josh on the most horrible event in history. You need to grow up, take care of your children, and be a good role model if you want to be a good parent.
(this article does not reflect the views of the ‘real’ Justin Decker)
