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"Defending the Caveman" at Union Colony Civic Center |
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Written by Katharine Bernuth
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Wednesday, 05 April 2006 |
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The enigmatic differences between men and women have made us throw up our hands in bewilderment and defeat for centuries. The timeless nature of the battle to understand the opposite sex is why “Defending The Caveman” is the longest running solo play in Broadway history.
On Saturday, Colorado State University graduate Cody Lyman stars in “Defending The Caveman” at the Union Colony Civic Center in Greeley — a show that may be as effective as a marriage counselor — only cheaper and more entertaining.
“Defending The Caveman” is the comedic creation of Rob Becker, who spent three years researching and writing the play.
Becker says that, despite the male perspective, the two-hour, one-man play in one act leaves “no stone unturned in the quest to understand the separating differences that lie between man and woman.”
During the play, the actor takes the audience back in time to consult with prehistoric man for insight into how and why men and women have become so different.
TO GO
“Defending The Caveman” is at 7:30 p.m. April 8 at the Union Colony Civic Center, 701 10th Ave., Greeley. Tickets are $14-$45, available at www.ucstars.com, or 356-5000.
WHO IS CODY LYMAN?
Cody Lyman grew up in Durango and studied theater at Colorado State University in Fort Collins. His theater accomplishments include being a graduate of Second City’s Conservatory Program and performing improv in Free Associate’s parody, “BS.” Lyman’s film credits include “Spin Cycle” and Darth Vader in “The World According to Darth.” Source:www.cavemania.com
SHOW TRIVIA
“Defending the Caveman” was performed 700 times in New York City before starting a nationwide tour. The smash success of the show’s first run prompted then-mayor Rudolph Giuliani to proclaim a “Caveman Day” in the city and rename West 44th Street “Caveman Way.” The play has been seen by millions of people all over the world, and it has had successful runs in Mexico, Israel, Germany, South Africa and Australia. | Only registered users can write comments.
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