Video Clips from Son of a Stand Up Comedian

Below are 3 promo video clips

from Son of a Stand Up Comedian,

produced by Blue House Productions:

Joe Barber's Best Bets (from WTOP)

What do haggis, Arthur Miller, Yom Kippur and rock music have in common? Well, if you head to Metro Stage in Alexandria by May 9 — and I strongly urge you to do so — you’ll find out when you see Paul Scott Goodman’s delightful one man show, “Son of a Stand-Up Comedian.” Goodman composed the music for and wrote the musical “Rooms: a rock romance,” that played at Metro Stage last season. He’s returned with this funny and poignant tale of his Scottish/Jewish roots, his arrival in New York to seek his show biz fortune and the women — including his wife, mother-in-law and daughter — who’ve helped shape his life, on and off stage. Goodman’s music services the telling of his tale quite effectively, reminding me both lyrically and melodically of the late Harry Chapin. Lasting just 75 minutes, the piece has moments that ring familiar in comparison to other struggling artist’s stories. What enlivens this production is Goodman’s engaging personality and emotional sincerity. “Stand-Up Comedian” will vigorously tickle your funny bone and make you glad you took the time to hear this talented man’s story. “Son of a Stand-Up Comedian” runs at Metro Stage through May 9. It gets Three and One-Half (***1/2) stars from me.

Backstage: Paul Scott Goodman and the rebirth of 'Son of a Stand Up Comedian'

"Quadruple threat Paul Scott Goodman, singer-songwriter-scriptwriter-jokester, shambles over to a little cafe table at MetroStage. He's performing his solo show 'Son of a Stand Up Comedian' there through May 9. Goodman did the music and lyrics and co-wrote the script with his wife, Miriam Gordon.

Sipping a Scotch on the rocks after a Sunday matinee, he explains that the funny little song he just performed as an encore, all about his need for an audience, is titled 'The Ham Song' and originated in 'God Save the New Wave,' an early show of his and Gordon's.

The 52-year-old Goodman, a Scottish Jew whose burr remains intact (though peppered with Yiddishisms), grew up in Glasgow, the son of a 'semi'-professional stand-up comic who played bar mitzvahs on weekends and worked in the clothing business on weekdays. Goodman came to New York in the early 1980s, where he met and married Gordon. They now have two daughters in college, a 15-year-old son and a double-size apartment in SoHo. Their punk-inspired show, 'Rooms: A Rock Romance,' played at MetroStage in 2008, earning six Helen Hayes nominations, including a win for co-star Natascia Diaz. The show went on to a well-received off-Broadway run in spring 2009..."

CLICK HERE to read entire Washington Post article by Jane Horwitz >

What the Critics are Saying about Son of a Stand Up Comedian

"Directed by Michael Baron, the show is swiftly paced, punctuated with short breaks between the musical numbers. Lighting designer Jessica Lee Winfield's colored projections behind Goodman provide an ever-changing backdrop of bright, gentle colors. It's a testament to Goodman's ability to marry his lyrics and music that, by the end of the short evening at MetroStage, he creates an even clearer image of the lyricist, composer, singer, husband, father and survivor he is today."

- Barbara Mackay, DC Examiner

"...it takes a fresh look at a fundamental Jewish musical theme: the importance of family... It's a new Jewish musical for a new generation."

- Lisa Traiger, Washington Jewish Week

"...it is Goodman’s sanguine, Scottish-accented, musical introspection that keeps the audience humming and toe-tapping along with him."

- Jordan Wright, Whisk and Quill

"Paul Scott Goodman is a very likeable entertainer and his show is definitely recommended for an evening or afternoon to stimulate positive recollections of one's own family and occupational history. The cabaret-style MetroStage offers greater intimacy with the performers than any other stage in the area and it works beautifully with this production."

- Bob Anthony, AllArtsReview4U.com

"MetroStage... is hosting the very talented and very ingratiating comedian and playwright, Paul Scott Goodman [who] is a genuine guy who knows how to share his feelings with an appreciative audience."

- Rich Massabny

"...a winning autobiographical one-man show. [Goodman is] an entertaining storyteller and a fine rock guitarist and singer, with strong support from Greg Holloway on percussion."

- Susan Berlin, Talkin' Broadway

COMING SOON: Son of a Stand Up Comedian

Son of a Stand Up Comedian
A Scottish Jewish Rock Musical
starring Paul Scott Goodman
begins April 15 at MetroStage

PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN PREVIEW

Thursday, April 15, 2010
8:00pm

($10 minimum expected, more gratefully accepted)

Please come directly to the theater
and check in with the Box Office upon arrival.

Box Office opens one hour prior to performance.

Seating is general admission. Space is limited.

PREVIEW WEEKEND

$25 TICKETS

Friday, April 16 @ 8:00pm
Saturday, April 17 @ 5:00pm
Sunday, April 18 @ 3:00pm

PRESS/ OPENING NIGHT

Saturday, April 17 @ 8:00pm

Performances thru May 9, 2010:
Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 5pm & 8pm, Sundays at 3pm

Tickets: $45-50
PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN (4/15): $10 minimum
Previews (4/16, 4/17 @ 5pm, 4/18): $25

CLICK HERE to order tickets online >

OR call 800-494-8497

CLICK HERE to read the Press Release >

A Theatre Lover's Guide to DC/ Capital Area Theatres - April 2010 Offerings

"He's a Scottish Jew, always dressed to kilt, a funny guy, a great storyteller, guitarist extraordinaire, and composer of one of my all-time favorite musical scores - ROOMS, which had a successful run last season at MetroStage. This month, Paul Scott Goodman brings his one-man show to this intimate venue, and knowing this unique and talented man, it will be a swell time. Paul's songs tell stories of love and hope, and I want to know how Arthur Miller fits in with all of this. I can't wait to interview him and see this show full of his unique humor and beautiful music." - Joel Markowitz

CLICK HERE to read the full article at BroadwayWorld.com >

TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW for Son of a Stand Up Comedian

Music and Lyrics by Paul Scott Goodman
Book by Paul Scott Goodman and Miriam Gordon

Acclaimed singer/songwriter Paul Scott Goodman tells his story of living and surviving as an artist, lover, and ultimately a father in the searing hot summer of Manhattan in 1988. Goodman's songs tell a story of love and hope with wry wit and uncompromising honesty, capturing the unique sights and sounds, challenges and complexities of life as a songwriter and performer in New York City.

Goodman returns to MetroStage after his award-winning musical ROOMS, a rock romance premiered here last season.

Performances: Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 5pm & 8pm and Sundays at 3pm

Call 800-494-8497 or CLICK HERE to purchase tickets online at BoxOfficeTickets.com.