I used to be very involved in the local Chicago comedy scene. I loved it. I co-produced a standup comedy showcase at a local bar on Sunday nights called “The Eclipse.” We had real talent go through that room, and I’ve seen people go onto make some real progress. When I went to other bars to watch their shows, they always let me in for free, because I was one of them. They adopted me, in a way. I wanted desperately for those guys to want to work with me. Many wanted to, but most shied away.
One of the comics who always treated me like a brother was Pat Brice. He passed away 2 years ago, July 14, 2007. He was my age and I don’t know if I ever heard the real cause of death. From what I remember, he was at a wedding for a friend and breathed his last breath one night.
This web site/blog was erected in his honor. It showcases some of the work that actually made it to recording or tape. He is missed.
Pat Brice » Blog Archive » videos.
Comedy taught me a lot about cynicism. It showed me that the truth is in nuggets of funniness. If you’re afraid of truth, you will be offended. If you want truth, there’s not one single thing that can’t be picked apart by a comedian and not laugh at it.