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Humor Abuse: Lorenzo Pisoni of Pickle Family Circus' Story

A.C.T., Near the corner of Geary and Mason (415 Geary St. San Francisco, CA 94102)
Humor-abuse
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Some people run away to join the circus. Lorenzo Pisoni was born into one. In his hilarious new one-man show Humor Abuse, Lorenzo tells the story of growing up as the youngest member of San Francisco's Pickle Family Circus. The son of the circus' co-founder Larry Pisoni, Lorenzo delights the audience with the remarkable physical feats he learned from his father, exploring and celebrating a unique life spent on stage.

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The last date listed for Humor Abuse was Sunday February 5, 2012 / 2:00pm.

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Near the corner of Geary and Mason,
415 Geary St.
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-749-2ACT
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I've gladly given this 5 stars, not because it's a magnificent play, but because by its simplicity and grace, it thoroughly satisfies. It's a crowd-pleasing evening. It fully accomplishes what it intends to. Nothing less. Nothing more.

Remarkably sincere, poignant, tender, honest, respectful and very FUNNY---if you like good physical clowning. I highly recommend it. Lorenzo is a charmer.
Written on Jan 21 2012

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Entertaining, yet thoughtful; very funny, but very touching. I would recommend this to absolutely everyone.
Written on Jan 30 2012

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Yes, it is a comedy but there is a wonderful blend of family turmoil and/or angst that gives the audience a peek behind the famed Pickle Family Circus. Lorenzo's jokes, pratfalls, and antics are a bonus and help shape the story.

I highly recommend this play for everyone - though probably not a great "kids" show other than the four extended "clowning" portions.

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Written on Jan 19 2012

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Let me start by saying I hate clowns. Not afraid of them like some people, I just have not traditionally found them funny. Lorenzo, who claims to not be funny, was very enjoyable. I wish I'd gone earlier in the run so I could spread word how fun this show was. He's a very engaging performer with an entirely unique story to tell.
Written on Feb 06 2012

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In this hilarious stage memoir filled with stupendous physical feats, Pisoni takes us under the big top with the incredible true story of growing up as the youngest member of San Francisco's Pickle Family Circus. Celebrating the complicated, no-holds-barred life of a performer, Pisoni shows off the tricks of the trade he learned from his father, Pickle cofounder Larry Pisoni. A hilarious and heartfelt event that will delight audiences of all ages, Humor Abuse dazzles with unforgettable stories and mesmerizing routines—all performed by the "one-man whirlwind" (WOR Radio) Lorenzo Pisoni.