Big Dummy - Me & My Old man NYC Reviews and Tickets

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(5 Reviews)

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Members say

Entertaining, Thought-provoking, Great writing, Profound, Funny

About the Show

Mary Dimino, the winner of the 2010 MAC Award for Outstanding Female Comedian, stars in this autobiographical one woman show that uses humor to discover the heart in a loving family.

Growing up in Queens, Mary Dimino idolized her dad, a factory worker, but also realized that she was different from him. In 'Big Dummy: Me & My Old Man,' Dimino recalls her father's simple philosophy on life, which she later interpreted to be a cross between Forrest Gump and Aristotle. The comedian also explores her own desire to go to college and avoid the stereotypical careers of the time.

Member Reviews (5)

Funny, Touching, Poignant

See it if you like good, homey story telling,: personal memoir, low-keyed & not slick at all, with a beautiful ending

Don't see it if you prefer your theater very slick & "professional"

Entertaining, Thought-provoking, Profound

See it if You love unique, meaningful Solo Shows that's about the artist's relationship with her special needs father.

Don't see it if You aren't into Solo Shows.

Critic Reviews (4)

For a previous production

"The concept and subject has become a staple on the Fringe circuit but what sets this show apart is the writing and the execution which is exceptional: this is a well structured, fluid monologue. There might be some minor flaws when sugar and sentiment ooze into the script but it is certainly easy to swallow and it does not deter from the overall affect and power of the piece."
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For a previous production

"This is among the best-written and most humane to ever grace the Fringe. Enormously enhancing the perfect script is Dimino's lovely down-to-earth, compassionate, and always entertaining delivery. This is the only production of the festival that made me cry. Others I've spoken with who've seen the show had the same reaction. Considering this is a comedy filled with laughs, that's an extraordinary achievement. There are lines—especially near the end—that I'll remember for the rest of my life."
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For a previous production

"Mary’s story was artfully balanced, and always riveting. The immaculate writing fell upon the auditory center of my brain like perfect snowflakes...The tightly written script was brilliantly acted out by Mary in this final performance of the show’s run. The beautiful direction by Christine Miller wove lighting and choreography perfectly in with Mary Dimino’s words."
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For a previous production

"Dimino’s storytelling style, sincere and honest, yet vivid and riveting, is reminiscent of the wonderfully imaginative Jean Shepherd. It is a joy to listen to Dimino’s full yarn unfurl and see the craft and detail, along with the great heart and soul, that goes into every carefully chosen word of her autobiographical story...I would love to see 'Big Dummy become more than a theatrical piece...I loved this play and am a better person for having seen it. Do yourself a favor and go see it also."
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