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Love John Waters. He's an icon, and a true "filth elder". That said, this performance was pretty lack luster. He had a loose outline of themes that he barely seem to track, and shared just a few stories. I didn't feel like he put any time into bringing something compelling, if not new. I thought his RISD commencement address was awesome, and I really was hoping that this would have been at that level.
Saw the show in politically correct Boulder last night while NBC was broadcasting the live "Hairspray." Been a fan for many, many years but first time seeing him live. Possibly the funniest 75 minutes of my life, and I was in tears on more than one occasion. Rapid-fire, no-holds stand up with an interesting Q&A session afterward. Just go, already.
Oh John. You bundle of nervous, noxious, sweet and terrible energy! His wit moves as fast as his mouth, he's a genius really, no-holds-barred, raunch master. NOT for the faint of heart, easily offended, those who don't like often explicit, often homo humor. I've loved this man since I first saw Polyester, way too young. I'll remain a fan of his ribald hilarity forever.
Christmas told from a very dark and twisted perspective. Tried to research prior but could not find info to give me a heads up. Walked out half way through show.
I went to A John Waters Christmas for the third time this year. That probably says everything you need to know about how I feel about the show but I suppose I can understand some people feeling differently. If you're a fan of his work you'll probably enjoy the show but you probably wouldn't want to bring the kids.
Fab! Must see! It (like Christmas) comes once per year.
John waters did exactly as promised! He made us laugh while being the classic gentleman he is. It was absolutely amazing and I plan to go again!
I was blown away by John's boundless energy, not a single break, not even a laugh break, for 90 minutes! I must have spent 60% of the show belly laughing. The audience was in stitches all around me.
As with many others who came for an evening of off-color fun, I'm a long-term fan of John Waters, having enjoyed all of his films - from Pink Flamingos onward - and more recently his interview for "Car Sick" on NPR. Perhaps expectations for this live performance were unreasonably high. The evening turned out to be a rat-a-tat delivery of monologue with seemingly little connection with the audience along the way. Maybe he was less energized due to the half-empty house. Attendees were clearly expecting a livelier evening. We did not stay for the end-of-show Q&A.
Having always loved ALL of John Water's works, to see him, solo, in person, was fantastic. His delivery was not as "filthy" as could have been expected (queue Pink Flamingo), but raunchy enough to remain true to John Waters form. I took my 16 year old daughter and she too loved every minute.
First I want to note that some people are concerned this is a show that is purely a smut show. It's not, it's John Waters sharing his perspective on culture and society around us. Full of counter culture and a smattering of shock but all in all, hilarious as only JW can be. Must see!
John Waters is quite spry; he had an upbeat, steady, yet refined energy to him. I loved his outfit-- it was very well put together, which was in contrast with his minimal stage decor. Everyone in the crowd laughed, but the laughs were quick and quiet because John Waters delivery comes at a rather fast pace. I gave the show 4 stars because I felt like he went a little too fast, considering the imagery depth he gives the audience + time it takes to sincerely laugh. We had two AMAZING seats in the front row and center aisle of the loge upper balcony at the Florida Theatre in Jacksonville, FL. Thank you Ticketmaster for hooking me up with those primo seats at a very decent price!
The Christmas Show was quintessential Waters: He was gleefully sharp-tongued and spoke to the audience in a gossipy and affable manner - as if we were guests to his private party and got the 'inside track' on his life adventures. He spoke a lot about his newest book, "Carsick" and spent a good deal of time after the show doing a Q&A session.
Great show. However long wait for uncomfortable seats and unremarkable food.
Excellent! He was hilarious and witty. Genius Perfect date night
Very entertaining as always! A glimpse into a side of Baltimore from the past
I took my daughter to his show for Christmas because she loves him. She laughed at every joke and I laughed too! The general admission seating was awesome, although we were sitting on the side it was front row and could see and hear perfectly. I wish he had a longer show, the time went by fast and never a dull moment!
Deliciously wicked, fabulously perverse, outrageous & joyful!!
A John Waters Christmas, like John Waters himself, manages to be subversive and lovable at the same time. There are lots of laughs and absurdities to enjoy! The show provides a welcomed break from all the stress and rush of the Christmas season. For the duration of the show me and my family just sat back and had a good time. Those of us with premium tickets were invited on stage to meet John Waters after the show and he spent quite a lot of time with each fan. On the whole, the performance was an early Christmas gift!
John waters is a legend in and of himself, it was he opportunity of a life time to see him live! This was a birthday present for my SO, and they said it was the best show they had ever seen.
