Nice! Those of you who are in New Jersey (or can get there) on November 1st have a rare opportunity to see Stephen Colbert in an out-of-character appearance at the Count Basie Theatre (on behalf of the Two River Theater Company). From the TRTC website:
ONE NIGHT ONLY!
A Candid Conversation with the Real Stephen Colbert
Interviewed by Aaron Posner, TRTC Artistic DirectorA Benefit for
Two River Theater Company
at Count Basie Theatre. . .
How did Stephen Colbert create one of the most intensely theatrical, bitingly satiric, genuinely important and totally original characters on television today? You’ll learn this and more in a rare, out-of-character interview between Colbert and his friend Aaron Posner.
. . .
Speaking from experience, I *strongly* urge any of you who are considering this to stop hesitating and GO. It’s a rare treat to see Stephen in person, and listening to him speak without the usual facade is that much more fascinating. (And, if any of you spring for the premium tickets and the “exclusive reception with Stephen Colbert”, I can only say that I’ll be both thrilled for you and green-eyed with envy.)
Oh, wow! This is one of the very few times I find myself wishing I was back in Jersey :)
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Hmmmmmmmm. I want to, but I’m down by Philly, & the alarm goes off @ 5 am the next a.m., whether I go or not.
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Why am I living in hicksville Monroe Michigan while all of the cool stuff is happening out there? I hope whoever goes has fun and brings back pictures.
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I live in Michigan, too. I’m just driving 12 hours to get to New Jersey hahaha :)
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Where do you live in Michigan?
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ZZZZOOOOMMMGG!!! Come hell or high water I’m getting tickets tomorrow! This is about a stone’s throw away from my old haunts growing up so unless the world ends before November 1st, count me IN!
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PS–Oddly enough, I was just in the same town as Two River days ago and not one poster or mention of this anywhere. Um, hello, this is only the coolest thing EVER!
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YAY! We have an NFZ rep! I can’t wait for your report….even though the event won’t take place until November. How the heck did this theatre get such a get?! Maybe Evie said “Honey, there’s this theatre and they’re doing a benefit…I’m on the board of trustees and I wondered….” Haha!
I don’t mean to put down the theatre as I’m sure it offers great shows, but I’m a little surprised since it’s not in NYC nor a college venue.
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There should be two NFZ reps, since I have every intention of going to this, too.
I just got an e-mail about the premium tickets & reception, so here’s that info: premium tickets are $250, $500, or $1000 each, and they’re for seats within the first 11 rows in the center section. (Higher price = closer to the stage.) The pre-show cocktail reception is at the Two River Theater at 6 pm. The price of the ticket includes the show, the reception, transportation from the Two River Theater to the Count Basie Theater, and an autographed copy of Stephen’s book.
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Thanks for the info about the premium tickets, Ann.
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@ColbertGirl27, is Stephen’s wife Evie on the board of Trustees to the theater? How did you know this, or are you just speculating? :)
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@ laughing at nothing: Oh, I’m just speculating! I just like to imagine various scenarios. Sorry if I misled anyone!
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@ Ann G. Yipes! I wish I could afford the whole kit and caboodle, but alas, I’ll be in one of the nosebleed sections. Don’t really care though — as long as I’m there. : ) Maybe we can meet up?
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Yay!! I’m so tempted to fly down for this!
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FML for living in boring old Wisconsin. :/
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I second that, from boring old Minnesota. You’re not alone!
Even though i’m not one of them, I’m still excited for the people who get to go! This seems so cool!!!!
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Hah. I had to spend a whole week in Minnesota. I almost died of boredom. And I hope someone records it for us people that are Colbert isolated!!
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as someone who has left the state of MN once in 30+ years, DC for 3 days, yes it is a very unexciting place
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Hey, now! I once lived there; it’s not that bad. I mean, it’s not Nebraska or [Canton] Ohio …
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LOL. Canton. The only interesting thing about MN is the Mall of America. It’s like the China of malls.
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“The only interesting thing about MN is the Mall of America.”
@kuekue
nah, no… the mall is really nothing special… there are so many other malls, that it never made sense to me why they chose MN for it..
only thing that seems interesting about MN is how average and standardized it seems to be…
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I live in Monroe Michigan hundreds of miles away. I really wish I was living out east. I’d like to get out of here.
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Sadly, I am familiar with the Mall of America. I probably enjoyed “Secrets of the Mall of America” in John Hodgman’s Areas of My Expertise a little too much for that very reason.
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Ooh I have to check that out! Good ol’ Mall of America, our one true calling. Hey, Stephen likes to fish and we’re known for our fishing! Right? Oh, who am I kidding…..hehe.
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AHHH. i wish i could go! i live in NJ.. but now im already back at school in Wisconsin…. so bad! wish i could go!
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Which school? Madison?
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YUP! im a senior this year! are you a student here?
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Nope. I’m not in college yet but I’m planning to go there or Whitewater for music.
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1,213 miles, 19 hours 35 mins of driving [google maps]
though it is tempting… very tempting… i don’t think so…
if Stephen ever goes on tour, as louis black does,
i would see him.
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If only he would come back to Chicago… :( That would make things much easier.
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I don’t think he’ll do that. He’s a busy guy.
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this does seem true…
and there is no real reason
for anyone to come to MN
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Haha! I just realized that this event will take place on All Saints’ Day. How appropriate…Stephen being Catholic and a saint…at least in my eyes;)
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In the words of Liz Lemon, “I want to go to there!” How do we set up a cross country car pool?! ;)
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exactly what i thought when i read this post.
re captcha: kidneys ira!!
“we need a kidney” HAHA
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Oh my God. I so wish I was closer to NJ. There’s no way I can go to this and it makes me sad inside. :(
Whoever is going – be sure to let us know how it is!
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It just let me buy a ticket even though it isn’t tomorrow…go, go, go and get ‘em while you can!
I guess I’ll just return the dress I just bought to pay for the ticket!
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It’s good to see a fan with her priorities straight. :D
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clothes are overrated
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Oh my god I wish I could go, I live 45 minutes away. But I’m a broke 17 year old who lost her minimum wage job and can’t find another one. I don’t even know if I have 35 bucks. I might just sneak in/break in though. OhmygodIwanttogosobad.
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AnnG, were you able to buy a VIP ticket? I’m still waiting to hear back from the contact person – guess they were gone for the day when I emailed.
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I didn’t get a VIP ticket, since I couldn’t really justify the expense. But I just purchased a regular ticket, and got a very good seat.
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I’m probably going to get a regular ticket, too. As much as I’d like to go to the reception, I can’t see spending that much money – makes more sense to support my local theaters for those prices.
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I did it! I just bought a ticket; row M. See ya Nov. 1st!
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Aw, man, I’m stuck in Georgia, there’s no way I can go. Please tell me someone’s going to be taping this. It sounds awesome, I’m really really hoping it gets taped!
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I just got my $250 premium tickets! *dies of excitement*
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Brava! Make sure you come back and visit us Zoners in the commoners’ seats (Row M, I believe).
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did you have to e-mail them to get the premium ticket?
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Sounds like a fabulous evening, I’ll be looking forward to Zoner’s reports. Congrats to those who snagged tixs. If you think Stephen is charming on TV wait till you see him in person!
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Oh wow, that sounds like a great night! I live in MA, not super far from NJ, but I still won’t be able to go. Actually, I think I’ll be on a family cruise on that date. Oh how I wish I could go though! I defintiely hope we get a nice little recap about it from a fan who is able to go. =)
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Oh, the agony of being an underage midwesterner. I only hope to redeem my missed opportunities one day.
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Whoa. I could conceivably attend this and be no less awake for work than usual. Hmmm….
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Oh, please do!
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Hey, I went to high school down the street from the Basie in Red Bank!! Go RBC Caseys! Don’t know if I can go, I live outside DC now and finances are tight, but my fam is still in the area. FYI, Kevin Smith’s “Jay and Silent Bob’s Secret Stash Comic Store” is down the street on Broad Street ;-)
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Could someone at least record a transcript? His interview transcripts are so fascinating, and would be a great addition to Colbert University.
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so. i just got back from new york last week, but am seriously contemplating heading back east for this. decisions….
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Can anybody tell me which is the closest airport to the venue. I’m seriously thinking of coming over from the UK and don’t know where to fly into or how I get there, but I REALLY WANNA GO!!!!!
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Do you have any tickets Mrs C2?
I bought 2 via the internet in a moment of madness. I live in Brisbane, Australia and have never been to New York.
I SO want to go, but I don’t know if I can justify the cost of air fares and accommodation.
It would be an awfully big adventure BUT…
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Naomi, I’ve purchased a premium ticket! YAY! I can’t believe I’ve just done it, but I HAD to! Do you wanna meet up cos I’m going on my own. Flying in from UK day before then maybe hanging round on the Monday to try n get a stand by ticket for the taping then flying back to England. The expense is SO worth it!! let’s meet up Naomi email me if you want at
iamafanof71@yahoo.com
YOU KNOW IT MAKES SENSE!!!!
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I got front row seats!! I had to take a day off work, and I’m driving 12 hours to get to NJ, but I’m still going. Stephen’s WORTH IT!! :D :D
GAH! I’m so excited!
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Sorry about all of the extra posts, guys! My internet freaked out and I didn’t notice they all posted :(
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It’s okay — I deleted the extras. :)
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Thank you! :)
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I live in the Thumb – but I just couldn’t pass up the opportunity to see Stephen, so driving to New Jersey will definitely be an adventure :)
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I am truly impressed, lockhart43. I hope there’s some way all us Zoners can meet that night.
reCaptcha: We’ll cross
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Thanks :D Where are you going to be sitting? I’ll be the giddy one in the front row desperately trying not to freak out over the fact that I’m less than 10 feet away from Stephen hahaha.
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I’m in row M.
So excited for you. *happy sigh.*
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Going to this event tonight and going to the meet and greet reception. Cannot wait to meet him!
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