I’m doing a research project and was wondering what your favorite solo shows are? It can be in based in standup like Mike Birbiglia, a musical memoir like The Lion, or more narrative-based like Prima Facie. I can list so many of these plays but I’m curious what other people are drawn to.
700 Sundays is definitely a favorite. This year I also caught Robert Montano’s Small about his misunderstood life as a jockey which I really liked and would love to see again.
Colin Quinn solo shows (Long Story Short, New York Story, Red State/Blue State, Small Talk)"
You have impeccable taste. Didn't see Prima Facie but the others you mention were all first rate. I love Colin Quinn and will see anything he does. He's brilliant. And don't forget about Unconstitutional.
I would also 3rd Harry Clarke.
I would add to the list A Bronx Tale when Chazz Palminteri did it as a one man show before it became a full blown musical.
Ruben Santiago-Hudson both for Lackawanna Blues and August Wilson's How I Learned What I Learned.
Stephen Lang's show Beyond Glory
And lastly the late Roger Rees with What You Will.