Finally, a show for Kinky Friedman fans.
Becoming Kinky: The World According to Kinky Friedman was conceived by Ted Swindley, founding director of Stages Repertory Theatre, who created the monster hit
Always, Patsy Kline and other jukebox compilation shows, like
Bubbas Revenge and
Honky Tonk Angels. He may have outdone himself with
Becoming Kinky. Blessed and sanctioned by Friedman, Swindley has taken various essays and comedy routines such as
Strange Texas Laws and
You Can Lead a Politician to Water But You Cant Make Him Think and iconic songs such as They Aint Making Jews like Jesus Anymore and turned one of Americas most phantasmagoric minds into stagecraft. Three actors portray Friedman (because one, by himself, would probably lose his mind).
The Web site for the show advises, Kinky Friedman does not appear in this show, but from time to time, Kinky will be in the audience. Youve been warned. The world premiere on March 28 benefits Friemans fabled Utopia Animal Rescue Ranch. 7:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. McGonigels Mucky Duck, 2425 Norfolk. For information, call 713-320-3908 or visit www.mcgonigels.com. $80 to $100.
March 28-31, 2011