Written and performed by Malcolm Grissom and originally directed by Joya Cory
“Can’t Aint Nothin But A Four-Letter Word” is the story of a struggle against stereotypes, both racial and of one’s abilities. Through his journey of darkness and light, Grissom touches upon some of the topics which affects us all.
As part of Monday Night at The Marsh
Monday, November 5th, 2012 7:30pm Part One
Monday, November 12th, 2012 7:30pm Part Two
The Marsh Theater
1024 Valencia St.
San Francisco
Monday, November 5th, 2012 7:30pm Part One
Monday, November 12th, 2012 7:30pm Part Two
The Marsh Theater
1024 Valencia St.
San Francisco
Here's what people are saying about it:
"Inspiring"
"Malcolm Grissom’s a very charming & funny man who translates his hardships in a very honest, genuine & brave fashion. I enjoyed learning how his life unfolded & the obstacles he overcame to become the entertainer he is today. I’m looking at you Momma!"
"Blew me away!"
"I really enjoyed this solo. I found this show funny and moving. The performer is talented and appealing, great character bits, especially his mother.
It’s an active piece with movement and story combined."
"I saw an excerpt from this piece not long ago at the Marsh Theater and can’t wait to see the full show. Malcolm is such a charming, funny, warm, engaging presence on stage–you won’t be able to help but fall in love with him. Malcolm is a skilled stand-up comedian, and that fills this solo performance and personal story with well-timed jokes. Despite it’s title, this is no After School special on disability, but a complex human tale about coping with true adversity as a child with good humor and laugh-out-loud humor. Not without dark humor either."
" In this funny and moving performance, Malcom Grissom skillfully portrays his younger self and some of those who have influenced him on his journey from a happy-go-lucky child struck by Reye's Sydnrome to a man pursuing his dream as a stand-up comedian. One of the best performances of this year's Fringe.
"Inspiring"
"Malcolm Grissom’s a very charming & funny man who translates his hardships in a very honest, genuine & brave fashion. I enjoyed learning how his life unfolded & the obstacles he overcame to become the entertainer he is today. I’m looking at you Momma!"
"Blew me away!"
"I really enjoyed this solo. I found this show funny and moving. The performer is talented and appealing, great character bits, especially his mother.
It’s an active piece with movement and story combined."
"I saw an excerpt from this piece not long ago at the Marsh Theater and can’t wait to see the full show. Malcolm is such a charming, funny, warm, engaging presence on stage–you won’t be able to help but fall in love with him. Malcolm is a skilled stand-up comedian, and that fills this solo performance and personal story with well-timed jokes. Despite it’s title, this is no After School special on disability, but a complex human tale about coping with true adversity as a child with good humor and laugh-out-loud humor. Not without dark humor either."
" In this funny and moving performance, Malcom Grissom skillfully portrays his younger self and some of those who have influenced him on his journey from a happy-go-lucky child struck by Reye's Sydnrome to a man pursuing his dream as a stand-up comedian. One of the best performances of this year's Fringe.
This show made its world premier at The San Francisco Fringe Festival in 2011. I will be performing this in two parts at Mondays at the Marsh in November 2012. See my Calendar
Please consider making a donation to help fund this wonderful show. I need funding in order to properly produce this show in Kansas City, and to continue performing in a city near you. You can make a donation of any amount: $5, 10, 20, 50, 100. And with every donation of $350 you get a cookie!!
Please consider making a donation to help fund this wonderful show. I need funding in order to properly produce this show in Kansas City, and to continue performing in a city near you. You can make a donation of any amount: $5, 10, 20, 50, 100. And with every donation of $350 you get a cookie!!