Billy The Mime
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‘Politically incorrect! Uncomfortably funny! Twisted! Chilling!' (New York Times). 'A one-man variety show depicting the most taboo and controversial stories of our culture. It absolutely should not be missed!' (NewYorkTheater.com). Routines include: The Priest & The Altar Boy, Anna Nicole, The Abortion, Life & Death of Princess Diana, A Night in A Gay Bar 1979, The Crack Whore, The African American Experience, The Navy Seal & Osama Bin Laden. Not for children or the easily offended. 'Shockingly good! Throw away any preconceptions you have about mimes because this is like nothing you've ever imagined!' (New West Albuquerque). Ages 16+.
Bonehead Productions.
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Reviews & features
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21 Aug 2012
Some final Fringe recommendations from performers including Billy the Mime and Chris Ramsey
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Billy the Mime
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11 Jul 2012
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