Orpheus C. Kerr — the punny pseudonym (office-seeker) of Robert H. Newell — was one of Lincoln’s favorite humorists. He even read the pun-filled “Orpheus C. Kerr Papers” while relaxing at the cottage. “Anyone who has not read them,” Lincoln once said, “is a heathen.” So we think Abe would approve of Pun DMV! This event has become a DC favorite, featuring one event with prepared routines, and an on-the-spot tournament where anyone in attendance can sign up. The winners of either event get a prize! If you’re interested in competing, e-mail chris@dcimprov.com for more information.
Contestants deliver a short (2-3 minute) pun routine, where all the puns have the same theme. (Meaning, they're all puns on bird names, or beverages, or cities, or whatever. The theme is up to you.) After everyone performs, the event organizers will select a few finalists, and the audience will cheer to decide the winner of the big prize. Registration for this event is closed. The participants: Rudhdi Karnik, Erika Ettin, Jesse Rifkin, Emily Simon, Aaron Schwartzbaum, Alex Snider, Robert Siegel, Lisa Bonos
More Information about Pun DMV Events:
The Lincoln Invitational: Contestants prepare a short (2-3 minute) pun routine, where all the puns have the same theme. (Meaning, they’re all puns on bird names, or beverages, or cities, or whatever. The theme is up to you.) You can do a monologue, sing a song, act out a sketch or use props. You can do it from memory or read off notes if you like. After everyone performs, the event organizers will select a few finalists, and the audience will cheer to decide the winner of the big prize. All contestants for this event will be confirmed in advance — please e-mail chris@dcimprov.com if you are interested in performing.
The Tournament: An on-the-spot punning tournament featuring up to 16 people. At the start of each match, contestants are g ...More...
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