Thrugood Jenkin, our favorite “Half Baked” master of the custodial arts (janitor if you want to be a d*** about it) is coming to Fairfield Saturday, Nov. 1. That’s right, Dave Chappelle, the famous comedian, actor, writer and producer is scheduled to perform in Alumni Hall at 9 p.m. Alumni Weekend.
The 31-year-old comedian has been on the comedy circuit since he was just 14. Getting his start with stand-up gigs in the D.C. area, Chappelle’s talent was soon recognized and launched him into an impressive career in films, television and national stand-up tours.
He has starred in a number of hit films including “Undercover Brother” (2003), “Screwed” (2000), “Blue Streak” (1999) and “The Nutty Professor” (1996). Chappelle also starred in “Half Baked” (1998), which he wrote and produced.
Television appearances include frequent visits on Saturday Night Live and guest spots on Dave Letterman, Arsenio Hall, and Howard Stern. Chappelle also ran an HBO comedy series, played in the ABC sitcom “Buddies,” and since January has been host of “Chappelle’s Show” that airs on Comedy Central.
Chappelle is not new to the Fairfield area. Last spring, Chappelle performed at Sacred Heart University, doing a blend of impromptu comedy, stand-up routines and classic roles from some of his films and TV skits.
Melody Serafino, ’05 attended the show last year and said Chappelle was “hilarious, never a bore, he captivated his audience with humor in a full comedy show, almost two hours long. Well worth the $15.”
Here at Fairfield, students can expect to see a similar repertoire, although it will be interesting to see if Chappelle caters his show to the “white brothers” of this Jesuit Community.
While fans laugh at one-liners like “George Washington Carver made the first computer! Out of a peanut! A PEA-NUT!”, some listeners may find his humor offensive, drug-oriented and vulgar in nature.
However, word of Chappelle’s performance has been met with enthusiasm.
Matt Putowicz ’05 said, “I’ve seen both Chappelle and Chris Rock do stand- up on HBO, and Dave is definitely better. I can’t wait to see him live.”
For those of us that appreciate a little dube and cracker humor, Dave Chappelle should be a highlight of the year. Liam Hanley, ’05, pretty much sums it up. “If Dave Chappelle is half as funny live as he was in “Half Baked,” when I walk out my pants are going to be soaked,” he said.
Tickets are $15 dollars for students, $25 for the public and can be purchased this week at the Info Desk in the Campus Center. So get out the pieces, because “Either someone’s having a party or I forgot to do my shirt laundry.”
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