Combined Artform presents The 15th year of THE SANTALAND DIARIES by David Sedaris

This year we celebrate the 15th anniversary of everyone's favorite mall elf, Crumpet, in The Santaland Diaries by David Sedaris, adapted to the stage by Joe Mantello. The very talented Zac Schuman (Avenue Q) and A.J. Roy are back again sharing the iconic role over the course of this limited run. So come see the show that has become the cult classic of the "anti-holiday tradition" for San Francisco's audiences, come escape the craziness of the holidays with Combined Artform at the Eureka Theatre.

"Sedaris is a hilarious writer. His sardonic dry wit helps us laugh at ourselves, while bringing out moments of heart and humanity to soften the sarcasm. This production at Eureka theater has been running for fourteen years, and you can tell why it's a holiday staple. The Crumpet we saw was full of energy, and kept the show moving. We left wanting more, which is always a good sign. If you've seen the nutcracker, and are looking for something with a bit more of an edge, this show's for you." http://www.missionmission.org/2015/12/23/drama-talk-drinks-santaland-super-not-pc/

Talking Broadway - Richard Connema:

"Zac Schumann's acting is not overly campy but he gives out just the right amount of emotion to handle the clever text of David Sedaris. The show needs a measured pacing to make the words come alive and Schumann skillfully does that within Lux Obscura's direction, which is sharp and to the point. Abbie Dwelle has set the stage with Christmas flats and holiday lights that will get you in a holiday mood."

http://www.talkinbroadway.com/page/regional/sanfran/s1524.html

For those not familiar with the Sedaris piece, this production will offer the best opportunity to view what New York Newsday called;

"A sardonic, merrily subversive tale - just the antidote to bright-eyed joy before too many shopping days have passed. Worth more than a photo album full of Santas!"

Called by some as "America's premiere humorist", Sedaris creates a brilliant evocation of Christmas as seen from the other side ...through the eyes of a Macy's elf. Our hero confronts the screaming children, bossy parents, flaky elves, and apathetic Santas with hilarious results!

In association with Eureka Theatre Company.

Performance Dates:

Saturday, December 17 at 3 PM and 8PM

Sunday, December 18 at 3PM and 7PM

Monday, December 19 at 8 PM

Tuesday, December 20 at 8 PM

Wednesday, December 21 at 8 PM

Thursday, December 22 at 8 PM

Friday, December 23 at 8 PM

Saturday, December 24 at 2 PM and 4PM and

December 26 at 8PM

Location: The Eureka Theatre - 215 Jackson St., San Francisco.

Ticket price: $15-35- http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2710434 or 800-838-3006. Senior, student and group discounts available.

Eureka Theatre venue information is available at www.theeurekatheatre.org .

Matthew Quinn (Producer/Combined Artform) has been involved in theater production and venue management for over 20 years in San Francisco and Los Angeles. He created Combined Artform in 1998 to produce full and co-productions, explore multi-media, including live online internet programming and be an active member in the performance community. He also co-founded and built Off-Market Theatre in San Francisco. For Combined Artform, stand out productions include Santaland Diaries (now in its 15th year at the Eureka Theatre), BLINK & You Might Miss Me, Jane Austen Unscripted (w/Impro Theatre), A Tuna Christmas, Pulp Shakespeare, How to Survive a Zombie Apocalypse- US Version and Tilted Frame. He is on the advisory board and active supporter of the Hollywood Fringe Festival where as a venue he hosted 30% of the 2016 festival. In 2010, he started the Asylum's Best of the Fringe (ENCORE Awards) and in 2016 BEYOND ENCORES. From the ENCORES, he has co-produced extensions of Pulp Shakespeare, Pokemusical, Sunny Afternoon, Meet & Greet and WOMEN (w/Beth Dies), Suicide Notes and Pick of the Fringe (nominated for best variety 2015).

More information about Combined Artform and Theatre Asylum is available at www.combinedartform.com.

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