Criag Shoemaker is funny
by Steverdel on 7/21/09Newport Yachting Center - NewportRating: 4 out of 5This is the second time we've seen the "lovemaster". This guy is FUNNY! Brett Butler - not as funny.

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This is the second time we've seen the "lovemaster". This guy is FUNNY! Brett Butler - not as funny.
Craig Shoemaker was just terrific. He held the audience in the palm of his hand for about an hour and a half. I've been a fan of his for almost ten years and he has never been as good as he was at this performance. He's re-honed a lot of his signature material but has expanded his repetoir extensively. He is a terrific comedian. Brett Butler however, who opened for him was close to awful. She failed to win the audience over. Her material was all worn out and mildly amusing at best. She got a few laughs but it was embarassing to the audience how poorly she was doing.
We saw Craig Shoemaker and Brett Butler at the Newport Yachting Center, Newport, RI last night. What a GREAT show. Brett Butler opened and was on for about 30 Minutes. What a great way to start the show. Craig Shoemaker was on immediately following and was hysterically funny! At one point I was laughing so hard I had tears streaming down my face! As he said - we all need to laugh more - and he provided exactly that! Much fun and laughter! I would definately go to see either of them again and will keep my fingers crossed that he comes back to Newport next year!!!
It was the tirst time I had seen either comedian and I was very impressed with Craig. He had us all laughing from beginning to end. Brett, on the other hand, was a dissppointment. She was very confusing -- going off in three different directions at the same time. She wasn't very funny. I loved watching -- Grace Under Fire -- and thought she was the head-liner of the duo. I was mistaken and relieved.
We became familiar with Craig Shoemaker while living in SoCal several years ago. We saw him a few times and loved his routine (altho it was a bit repetitive). This show was hillarious! I can honestly say I had a side-aches from laughing so hard during Craig's almost TWO HOURs on stage. He throws in a little of the LoveMaster stuff for old times -- but the rest of his material is funnier, IMO. He is quick on his feet and does a small bit of interactive with the audience that was a real HOOT. If you want to relax and enjoy a couple fun hours - go to this show! I also liked Brett Butler a great deal - altho her portion was pretty short. She seemed a bit nervous - perhaps just returning to her act. GO TO THIS SHOW!
Forgot how funny Brett Butler can be; enjoyed her immensely. Craig Shoemake is a hoot! He had tears rolling down my face. It felt so good to simply laugh outloud a lot. He certainly is one of my most favorite commedians. First heard him on Sirius Radio; try to catch him whenever they play one of his routines. Wish they played him more. Thanks for a fun-filled evening.
Craig Shoemaker's show was unbelievable! I haven't laughed so hard in years!!! It was quite the break needed during this very trying economic time. Craig asked the audience if we needed to be anywhere because he ran late. After we all declined he kept the showing going and kept us laughing our butts off! GREAT show, highly recommended and can't wait for him to come back into town! I feel bad saying this but Brett Butler and the guy before her were just ok.
This was like my 6th time seeing Craig and it's great every time! I brought a comedy virgin with me and she loved it too. He isn't coming around again for awhile but you can bet that the next time he does I will be first in line for tickets!
OK, so we went to the Wilbur theater and when we arrived we learned that they haven't secured a liquor license. A dry show, which was not disclosed at the time of purchase. I spent extra money for table seats figuring that I would be able to enjoy a few drinks with friends, not the case. The show started and the first comic was what I expected. He wasn't an A-list comic, but he knew it and was OK with it. He made me laught at times and that what was important. Brett took the stage and was an abosulte train wreck. I couldn't follow her routine at all. It was comparable to a drunken bable you would expect to hear at a family gathering. She droned on an on, at times changing topics in the midst of a rant and never coming back to the orginal rant....I was disappointed to say the least. Shoemaker took the stage and saved the night. He was great. I would gladly pay to see another one of his shows, as long as Brett isn't on the bill. I was told that the Wilbur will be getting a liquor license, so there is still hope !
We drove from Vermont to Boston -- and it was worth the trip! fantastic. 2 hours of laughter.
Craig's style of comedy touched everyone in the room! He was hilarious! I love how he involved the audience.
This was a very funny show and the memories it sparks from childhood is delightful. From Barney Fife to wax lips and buttons, Craig covers it all. None stop laughter!
i am a longtime fan of brett butlers but this time around she left a lot to be desired. as for craig this is was my 4th time seeing him live, the 1st being maybe 10 years ago. as always he was absolutely phenominal. he stays current and has a natural talent for being hilarious.his expressions his impersanations, his twist on life, he is just a natural born comedian, very very very funny
Craig Shoemaker is a must see if you enjoy laughing, you will laugh every second he is on stage......Brett Butler was a nice warm up, she seemed a little scattered with her deliveries....Shoemaker ROCKS
if you need to laugh and have a great time go see him. it was the best and sure brings back the old days. Laughed until i cried.
Craig Shoemaker is incredibly funny! I have seen a few comedians and he is one of my favorites! His interaction with the crowd made it even more enjoyable. The show was great! I laughed so much my face hurt at the end of the show!!!
We did not know what to expect, having never seen him live, and we had only been to the Canyon Club one other time. All 5 of us enjoyed the atmosphere, the food and we laughed until our cheeks and stomachs hurt. We all agreed would do this again and again! As a matter of fact looking at future shows online now.