MARTIN
SHORT
"If I had saved, I wouldn't be here"
Acclaimed
Canadian comedian / actor MARTIN SHORT is heading to Australia for the first time
in May/June for a series of shows around the country.
Short's
proven ability as a comedic chameleon and his host of hilarious impressions initially
brought him to the attention of "Saturday Night Live." After only one
season, Short was instantly recognized for his standout performances and on-the-mark
impersonations.
Martin made his big screen debut with fellow
Saturday Night Live alumni Steve Martin & Chevy Chase in the box office smash
"The Three Amigos". Over the years he has continued to land plum comedic
roles in films such as "Inner Space", "Three Fugitives", "Clifford",
Tim Burton's "Mars Attacks", "Jungle 2 Jungle" and "The
Big Picture", among others. Perhaps his most memorable role was that of the
scene-stealing Franck, the wedding planner in "Father of the Bride".
Not limiting himself to acting, Short has also written, produced and starred
in three, highly acclaimed comedy specials for television. For these efforts,
he won two Cable Ace awards and an Emmy Award, respectively. Short's work in television
also includes his co-starring, Emmy-nominated role in the NBC mini-series "Merlin,"
one of the highest rated programs in the network's history.
A
veteran of the theatre in Canada and on Broadway, Short has received accolades
for his varied work on stage, earning a Tony Award nomination, a Theatre World
Award and an Outer Critics Circle Award for the 1993 Broadway production of "The
Goodbye Girl." He also won the 1999 Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical
for his work in the Neil Simon/Colemon Broadway production of "Little Me."
Short is beloved by audiences across the globe for his hilarious,
intelligent and thought-provoking comedy, so much so that in 1994 his home country
bestowed their equivalent of a knighthood, the "Order of Canada", on
him for services to culture. Clearly, a night with Martin Short is a night not
to be missed.
Tour Dates - May/June 2009:
Tue
26th May: Burswood Theatre - Perth
Thur 28 - Sat 30th May: The Palms@ Crown,
Melbourne
Mon 1st June: State Theatre, Sydney
Wed 3rd: Lyric Theatre, Brisbane
