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BILLY CONNOLLY IN CONCERT:
Sideways-thinking and speed-chatting Scotsman Billy Connolly is a consummate improv performer and storyteller, regaling crowds with off-kilter folk songs and ridiculously circuitous stories for decades. Fans can always expect something weird, canny, and Scottish at his winking live shows as he works his way through new material and old standbys from his expansive discography. Having bounced back from prostate cancer in 2013, he remains an unstoppable force of funny on his 2014 tour.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Originally trained as a welder, Glaswegian comic Billy Connolly was inspired to a life of performing after one too many drinks at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Seeing the freaks and geeks he realized he could do the same, taking up banjo lessons and forming the comic-folk duo the Humblebums. His hilarious introductions before the band’s shows gained him recognition as a comic, and when the band split in the '70s, he took his act solo. Since then, he's gone on to achieve legendary status as a funnyman, writer, actor, and massive influence on subsequent generations of "tongues."
FANS WHO BOUGHT TICKETS SAY:
"First time I have managed to see Billy live and he was amazing. We laughed from the minute he came on until he finished.”
"Billy Connolly is one of the best comedians! I've seen him perform in multiple countries now and have never been disappointed."
"Billy was the best comedy show I have ever seen. Laughed so hard I cried and my sides hurt.”
The theater staff was great and shared my excitement. Everything went smooth with a slight delay, but since it was to have the privilege of seeing Billy Connolly for the first time after being a fan for 25 years it was lost in the excitement.
BILLY IS JUST THE BEST ! SORRY I WAS SITTING SO FAR BACK THOUGH.
Show was good but the sound system at the QE needs improvements. There is one big loudspeaker above the stage and the sound gets muffled towards the back. I missed half the show.
Billy Connolloy's comedy show opened with a standing ovation upon his just walking onto the stage. He then interacted with much aplomb with the audience as if he were in their living rooms having a light-hearted, yet gut wrenching conversation, of which all attendees could not withhold their non-stop laughter. He shared topics of all sorts from his personal (serious) health issues to his stories of home and abroad. This man is a precious gift to the world and helps to enlighten all who come in contact with him. Hopefully he'll be around long enough to share his optimistic and humoristic visions with many for years to come.
His love for comedy overcame his health challenges and he's still got that sharp genius wit. Shockingly good fun. Nobody can deliver an expletive as good as him!! Loved it, thank you Billy Connolly.
I've waited my whole life to see Billy live and he didn't dissappoint. The greatest gift you can give anyone is to make them laugh, it is good for the soul and that's what he delivers every time. I laughed the entire time.....he makes me so proud to be Scottish. Great venue for this type of event, perfect size and the seating was very comfortable too. :)
Billy Connolly gave another masterful performance of stand up comedy and storytelling. Despite his failing health, he kept us mesmerized for two hours. The unfortunate aspect of the experience for our party was that the two hearing aid devices that we borrowed from the theatre were useless.
First time I've seen him live whilst being a fan for years. Billy's getting on in years now and the wit is still there. Seeing him live was an absolute pleasure. The Jubilee venue is fantastic let down on this event by poor sound. At times I couldn't even hear him and most of the time was straining to hear him. Shame on the Jubilee for this! Otherwise would have given a full 5 stars.
There is no doubt that Billy Connolly is a very funny man. The first half of his show was as good as anything I have seen on stage but he seemed to run out of material or energy about half way through the performance. The second part was nowhere near as funny or as good. His obvious health problems probably contributed.
Brought a friend who enjoyed every moment. I have loved the big yin since the 70s. A little sad to not see him bounce around the stage like he used to. Illness has not slowed down this magnificent talent! Cheers!
One word is really all that's needed. I'm not quite 100 but I have been around for awhile. That means I've seen a lot of comedians. Billy is simply amazing! Review is done. I hope he is still able to tour after this run - I'll take the family again to see him.
Billy Connolly did 2 hours of stand-up comedy that was incredibly funny!! Go see him while you can.
2 hours of non-stop comedy. Billy has perfected his craft and can turn even his own personal challenges into something to laugh at!
Billy Connolly is the greatest story teller of our time. It was fantastic to see him at what he does best, make us laugh at life.
Apart from getting older and a bit grumpier, Billy is still as hilarious as he always was! I've heard that he has a big issue with hecklers, and he did keep bringing them up. It was clear that he didn't want any audience feedback, except laughter. But, there was plenty of that. I am glad that he still likes to get on stage, even after having so much success in Hollywood. Good for him, and good for his fans!
Billy Connolly is my all time most favorite comedian and actor... I've seen everything he's ever done... It's been a dream of mine to see him live forever, and now I have... He did not disappoint he was flawless and as funny as ever... I hope to see him again live someday soon...
I haven't laughed so long and so hard for a long time. This was the first time we've seen him live on stage and will always remember it. I love Billy Connolly and could have listened to him for hours! He's the funniest man on the planet!
I laughed out loud nearly the entire show. He's still got it!
Billy Connolly is one of those rare irrepressibly funny comedians. Long live BIlly Connoly!
As good as he was twenty-five years ago at the Lyceum. Standard a bit uneven (as it was back then, too) but I came away with face-ache from laughing so much.
