Dad's Garage World Premieres BENJAMIN FRANKLIN: AMERICAN GIGOLO

Let's face it: "Hamilton" tickets are way too expensive. As heartbreaking as it is, we just don't have that type of extra cash lying about. So Dad's Garage theatre is taking history into our own hands, and bringing to the stage tales of Benjamin Franklin, the amazing, underrated, X-rated, founding father. "Benjamin Franklin: American Gigolo" is a Dad's Garage world premiere scripted show running May 18-June 9 that will give you a glimpse into the naughty side of American history.

Benjamin Franklin's life has definitely given us plenty of comedic.... if slightly risque... material. Franklin's the man who invented the urinary catheter, so the weiner jokes write themselves. Franklin infamously once penned an essay entitled "Advice to a Young Man on the Choice of a Mistress" where he advises young men to hook up with much, much older women. We explore the genesis behind that essay, and Franklin's encounter with a very forward, 86 year old "Nana".

We'll be re-creating scenes of Franklin as a young lad of 17, running away from home and straight into the arms of two young women, while pretending, of course, to be a homosexual (a Three's Company spoof). We even delve into Franklin's obsession that the turkey was indeed a more fit national bird for young America. Is this fact? Fiction? A bit of both!

So if you can't afford "Hamilton" tickets, or don't have three years to be on the standby list... c'mon down to Dad's Garage for "Benjamin Franklin: American Gigolo" which is almost as good, and twice as sexy!

VITALS:

Benjamin Franklin: American Gigolo

May 18th - June 9th

Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 8 p.m.

Thursday @ 8pm:

Just Seats: $12.50 online, $14.50 phone & door

Delta First Class Seats: $17.50 online, $19.50 phone, not available at door

Friday @ 8pm:

Just Seats: $15.50 online, $17.50 phone & door

Delta First Class Seats: $19.50 online, $21.50 phone, not available at door

Saturday @ 8pm:

Just Seats: $18.50 online, $20.50 phone & door

Delta First Class Seats: $24.50 online, $26.50 phone, not available at door

This show will last approximately 90 minutes with a 15 minute intermission.

This show is inappropriate for anyone not old enough to experience adult humor... or anyone that doesn't like it.

About Dad's Garage Theatre Company:

Founded in 1995, Dad's Garage Theatre Company has grown from a small volunteer led organization to a thriving mid-size theatre led by professional artistic and administrative staff that includes over 300 volunteers and performers. We now entertain more than 33,000 people each year in Atlanta, at public events across the state, and at improv festivals across the continent. In addition to outrageous original productions, Dad's Garage produces improv shows year-round, educates young improvisers in a high school outreach program, and facilitates classes and workshops for the general public.

Our Mission:

Dad's Garage transforms people, communities, and perspectives through laughter.

Season Sponsors:

Dad's Garage relies on financial support from several generous companies to keep producing scripted and improv comedy. Special thanks to Delta Air Lines, Turner, MailChimp, Fulton County Arts Council, The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, Metropolitan Atlanta Arts Fund, and the City of Atlanta Office of Cultural Affairs for their support.

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