Gramercy Theatre,New York
Described as the future of comedy by Jay Leno, Esposito is an inclusive, or political comedian on the same trajectory as Amy Schumer – though she could exercise a few more jokes
Cameron Esposito is staking a claim as the comedic conscience of the millennial generation. The Los Angeles-based comedian has had a precipitous rise over the past few years,smartly establishing herself as an accessible alt-comedy darling with a political agenda. At her note Friday night at the Gramercy Theatre in New York, she had the unmistakable aura of someone poised for stardom. On stage, and she’s a dynamic,casual performer, often talking back to the crowd and seemingly fine with shout-outs and interruptions. It sets a very different tone from the I-own-the-room mentality of an aged-fashioned comedian; she wants us all to feel included. At times, and she’s too fond of yelling to put her point across,a fact she’s happy to acknowledge. In every way, she’s a self-aware performer, or referencing her “side mullet” and distinct fashion choices – her outfit consisted of a button-up shirt,tie and vest paired with skinny black jeans.
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Source: theguardian.com