What a great night. Even though we had the worst seats in the house, very back row, we had a wonderful time. Jon Stewart was amazing as expected. His guests and musicians put on a tremendous performance. We really didn't mind our seats as the venue is so intimate that we could see fine. Only criticism, prices of food and drinks are extortionate..
Got to check seeing J.S. in person off my list. He is hilarious--love his satire. It's funny and thought provoking at the same time. If you ever have a chance, go see him LIVE!
Jon was absolutely perfect. I laughed so hard, I started coughing and lost my voice! Adding Gary Clark Jr. was genius and a fabulous surprise. What a gift to hear him play again (saw him at Crossroads last year). I was sorry he couldn't play longer. Mike Berbiglia was OK. Sarah Silverman was a big disappointment. I've seen her before but I don't know what she did at this show. By far Gary and Jon were the highlights of this show. Please bring Jon and Gary back again!
Everyone on the bill was funny - with the exception of Sarah Silverman who seems to have been unaware that she was supposed to perform that night and showed up reading from notes that she had trouble deciphering. If looking unprepared was her "bit,"it wasn't funny. Overall, though, a very funny show, capped off by a great set by Jon Stewart. My biggest complaint is not about the venue (LOVE the Greek Amphitheatre) or the show, but about rude audience behavior. Gary Clark Jr. came out to perform a few songs, and the couple behind us evidently wasn't interested, so they took the opportunity to have a conversation at full volume. They were "shushed"a couple of times but kept on chatting. (And before you say "why not just turn around and ask them to be quiet,"in my experience that often produces the opposite result, or even if it works you have to sit there feeling like there are hostile glares directed at the back of your head.) It's gotten to the point where I almost don't want to go to live shows anymore because people think they can behave as if they were in their living room in front of a TV. I wish they WOULD stay home and watch TV, rather than spending money on a show they don't plan to pay attention to -- and spoiling the experience for people who DO want to hear the performers. End of rant - but I hope you loud-talkers out there will someday learn how to behave at a live performance.
Saw Jon Stewart at the Greek theater in LA on May 3. The man has not lost his touch! He was hilarious! ON stage for over 1 1/2 hours and never lost a beat. He is a true gem of a comedian - thought provoking, intelligent and really, really funny! So glad I was able to see him in person. I highly recommend his shows to everyone...okay maybe not if you're really conservative :)
The American Express presale ticket section was near the LOUDEST entry/lobby area, it might work for music shows when the music can drown out sound but it doesn't work when people are just talking at comedy shows. The sound was coming up into the seats from the bathrooms and bar area - could nearly hear the comics especially the openers. Comedy was good from what I could hear.
Man, they did not sound check the North Terrace. I can't believe the Greek was allowed to sell the seats I had (and not for cheap!) What a bummer. Love Jon, next time hold the mic closer to your mouth LOL
My husband and I finally got to see our mutual crush! Jon Stewart killed it, of course. And the guest comedians were amazing and hilarious. We laughed so much our cheeks were hurting by the end of the evening. Despite sitting in the nosebleed section, the Greek theater is so intimate it didn’t matter.
A terrific evening all-around. The Greek Theatre is fabulous venue and we were blessed with a clear sky and beautiful weather for the evening. Every performer -- from start to finish -- was excellent. Funny, talented and professional. John Stewart, batting clean-up, did a 30 minute set during which I could barely catch my breath since I was laughing so hard. The guy is amazing. Would see him again in a heartbeat.
The opening artists were just so-so, Sarah Silverman was especially terrible.
