With sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, David Sedaris has become one of America’s pre-eminent humor writers. The great skill with which he slices through cultural euphemisms and political correctness, proves that Sedaris is a master of satire and one of the most observant writers addressing the human condition today.
Perhaps, his most beloved collection of stories is Santaland Diaries. Contained therein is one of his most famous essays, Santaland Diaries itself (adapted by Joe Mantello).This wry tale is based on the outlandish, and true, chronicles of Sedaris’ brief stint as an elf in the Herald Square Macy’s Santaland display. His hysterical, behind-the-scenes anecdotes are a holiday treat for adults, mercilessly cutting through the sticky-sweetness of Christmas to illuminate the insanity of the holidays, and the resilience of the human spirit.
Show dates are Dec. 12 at 8:15 p.m. and Dec. 13 at 2 .pm. The Monmouth Players are located at The Navesink Arts Center at 149 Monmouth Street, Atlantic Highlands. The cost per ticket is $15. For our military, both active and retired, admission is $10. Homemade desserts and a variety of hot and cold beverages are available before the show and at intermission. The theater is handicap accessible and hearing assist is available free of charge. For reservations call 732-291-9211 or on www.monouthplayers.net.