The article discusses the impact of Lenny Bruce, a pioneering comedian known for his sharp wit and social commentary, on the world of comedy. It highlights how Bruce's anarchistic approach to performance blended laughter with profound insights into societal absurdities. Written and performed by Ronnie Marmo, the play 'I'm Not a Comedian' chronicles Bruce's turbulent life and career, illustrating both his ascent in the comedy world and the resulting struggles. Marmo's portrayal has received high praise, notably from Bruce's daughter, reflecting its authenticity and emotional resonance.
"His story is of laughter, love and tragedy as his foulmouthed anarchist act and troubled personal life led him from the bottom to the top and into the trappings of the same system he railed against."
"Before Bill Hicks, before George Carlin, there was Lenny Bruce, a take-no-guff fast-talker who saw the absurdities of life and took pleasure in pointing out the holes in the system."
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