The Kinsey Sicks, America's Favorite Dragapella Beautyshop Quartet, announced today that they will celebrate their 25th anniversary in San Francisco with their critically-acclaimed show, Things You Shouldn't Say. Presented by Boxcar Theatre, Things You Shouldn't Say is the remarkable true story of four friends from San Francisco who had a life-changing epiphany at a Bette Midler concert in 1993 that led them to form The Kinsey Sicks in an effort to find joy during the darkest days of the AIDS crisis. Things You Shouldn't Say will perform at Marines' Memorial Theatre (609 Sutter St, San Francisco) for three performances only-Friday, October 5 at 8 p.m., andSaturday, October 6 at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. There will be a special post-performance talkback with the cast and special guests, moderated by Kinsey Sicks co-founder and former cast member Irwin Keller immediately following the Friday, October 5 performance. Tickets for Things You Shouldn't Say range in price from $40-$75 and will be available beginning Monday, July 30 at boxcartheatre.org/kinsey-sicks or by phone at 415-967-2227.
Now that the era of Trumpism is upon us, The Kinsey Sicks are sharing their hilarious, inspiring and, at times, heartbreaking tale, and showing that hatred and deceit can be fought with humor and heart. The show leads the audience in resisting these new dark times with laughter, integrity, and heroically high hair in an unforgettable new musical exploring Trumpism, racism, AIDS, extreme macramé, oblong vegetables and, of course,
Bette Midler.
This show also marks the final San Francisco run of Benjamin Schatz, founding member of The Kinsey Sicks and the original Rachel. While Schatz will continue his involvement with the group by contributing new material and occasional guest performances, a new yet-to-be-announced cast member will join the group later in the year.
"I still can't believe I've been performing with The Kinsey Sicks for a quarter century when I myself am only twenty-one," said Schatz. "But I couldn't leave without performing once more in our home town. I'm sure the group will continue to grow when I stop touring, as I'm going to keep writing for them and desperately need the royalties." The Harvard Law educated Schatz refused to comment on the rampant media speculation that he will be the next Supreme Court Justice after Brett Kavanaugh is voted down, saying simply that "I'm looking forward to spending more quality time with other peoples' families."
"Since I joined the group 15 years ago, it's been an incredible experience working with Ben. His unique combo of incisive, carefully-crafted writing, outrageous stage presence, and smart politics, has been an inspiration to me and has been instrumental in making The Kinsey Sicks an entertaining, thoughtful, and long-lasting presence in the interconnected worlds of comedy, music, theater, politics, and activism," said
Jeff Manabat, who joined The Kinseys in 2004 as Trixie. "We are thrilled to kick off his retirement with our 25thanniversary tour right here in the city where The Kinseys first got our start- it's so many special occasions rolled up in one: a heartwarming homecoming, a momentous anniversary, and a glamorous send-off."
The Kinsey Sicks, whose cast also includes
Spencer Brown as Trampolina and
Nathan Marken as Winnie, have served up a feast of music and comedy to audiences at performing arts centers, music venues and comedy festivals throughout the U.S. and internationally. Their phenomenal performance record includes an Off-Broadway show, an extended run in Las Vegas, two feature films and three concert DVDs, nine albums, and appearances in over 40 states, Canada, Mexico, Europe, and Australia. The Kinsey Sicks' award-winning a cappella singing, sharp satire and over-the-top drag have earned them a diverse and devoted following around the world.
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