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I found Defending the Caveman to be hilariously funny. The actor's comparisons of the caveman's and cavewoman's relationship to present day's relationships between modern man and modern woman to be dead on. Just about every scenario he related, I could say, "yes, that's my wife and I". Highly entertaining.
Both my husband and I could laugh at some of the behaviors that drive each other crazy. I let him read the paper this morning without interruption...
we were laughing and learning at the same time! it was a lot of fun
Ben does a great job making all of us laugh at ourselves in this funny look at male and female communication, Don't sit in the 1st row as you have little leg room and you are looking up at the stage. Great value for your entertainment dollar.
The show was worth the price of admission. My wife & I were equally entertained. The venue was clean and intimate. There was not a bad seat in there.
I saw this show 5 or 6 years ago for the first time. I saw it again yesterday. Still Funny, Still Relevant!
We are what we are and they are what they are, men and women ARE different. this show not only shows you HOW we are different but it shows you WHY we are.... While it may look like a list of excuses it is truly based on practical observations and comparisons to mankind going back to the stone age. Fred & Wilma were not far off, nor were Ralph & Alice, or George & Jane (Jetson), through out eternity we will remain different - but now with comedic insight men are no longer A#%&holes and women are no longer Bi#%hes We saw the show almost 20 years ago with Rob Becker, our friends saw the version with George Wendt, Ben Tedder was in great form and the timing was right on!!!!
My husband and I really enjoyed the show. It was very funnny and from the reaction from the audience they thought it was funny too. The actor was quick on his feet, since the style of the play is conversational some audience member thought they could participate, and the actor handled the comments beautifully, it seemed like part fo the show.
Defending the Caveman was a wonderful comedy. He hit the differences between men and women right on the head. We laughed the entire time. We could relate to everything he was saying. Well worth the money and time.
I took my boyfriend to this show expecting side splitting laughter complete with tears and inability to catch our breath. Maybe that was my mistake. The reviews led me to believe that's what the show would produce. It was funny and made some great points that couples of all ages could relate to, but I guess I was expecting something else. It is for that reason I feel it was just OK, but I would recommend it to others as long as they were aware that it makes us chuckle more at ourselves and exploits the fact that we are all pretty predictable. A good social unity message is a pretty redeeming thing. One perplexing thought befell me as we walked out though. The point was made that cavemen worshiped the cavewoman and considered her magical. She was praised for her ability to organize and multi-task and even credited with inventing the first calender The caveman considered his sole purpose to provide for and protect his woman, so I ask you, when did women loose that position in the world. How did we go from magical to oppressed? The show has definitely given me something to ponder and maybe an idea for a sequel...Reclaiming the Cavewoman!
This show was awesome... It started a little slow but when it got going it was hilarious! Dead on with the analysis of both sexes. Awesome show.
Very relaxing and fun. Make sure you and your lady have a sense of humor when it comes to men & women - enjoy!
This show was an absolute riot. Would definitely recommend it for a date night. Me and my fiance were nudging each other the whole show.
The one-man show, Defending the Caveman, was written by Rob Becker in the early 1990's a shows a bit of its age, conceived at the time of "Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus" and the popularity of of Deborah Tannen's work. An evening's riff on the stereotypes of inter-gender communication styles, the play has moments of empathy, recognition and identification for everyone in the audience. Isaac Lamb is this production's Defender and makes a wonderful evening of theatre. Mr. Lamb displays excellent skills of timing, body and facial expression, and voicing that brings the exploration of the gender gap to hilarious life. He works the audience masterfully and portrays the "Every Man" with such convincing and self-effacing humour that everyone in the audience (men and women) were smiling, nodding, and nudging each other in appreciation and sympathy. Avowedly set within the classic heterosexual context of mating and classic gender roles, the show sidesteps the subtleties and complexities of gay, lesbian, and even less-than-traditional straight people. It also stays away from the challenging life circumstances of raising children, managing careers and households, and other practical matters. However, this can be forgiven by the play's clear focus on communication styles and the heady exploitation of the stereotypes that we all know so well and that have a germ of truth beneath the broad brush strokes. Again, Isaac Lamb carries this one-man show with ablomb and clarity, and left this reviewer with belly full of laughs and insights. The show is a perfect "date" experience, or one to go with really close friends who have heard your stories about the challenges (and joys) of being with an opposite sex partner.
Defending the Caveman was a fantastic show. I have never laughed so hard in my life. I was laughing so hard, I was in tears. I highly recommend this to anyone - singles, couples and those that are married. Everyone can learn something from it.
My husband and I had a great time. We laughed all night and unfortunately, could relate to many of the jokes on a personal level. The Genesee Theather is a very nice place. We just discovered it and will definately be back.
My husband and I totally enjoyed the evening. Nice to sit back , relax and laugh. After a stressful week, I can't tell you how we needed to laugh. The content, the delivery, the faces and the gestures the actor made were great. Now that he has just had a baby he should get together with the original author as now there is a whole new wealth of the way women and men view taking care of children. As I sat in the treatre listening I could not help but think of several of my friends that should take the time and see the play. It was great!
If you need to just cut loose and laugh, this is the show to see.
We had a great time and laughed through the entire show!
We thought Defending the Cave was so true to what really goes on in life. We laughed so hard. Through out the show we kept elbowing each other and laughing harder. I would see Defending the Caveman again. It was awesome and a must see
