Ironic. Deadpan. Sarcastic. Wry. Wisecracking. Waggish. Cutting. These are just a mere handful of the ways to describe the literary marvel that is American author Fran Lebowitz. And now, Melburnians can see the social commentator and raconteur do what she does best as Lebowitz is packing up her wit and flâneur and heading Down Under.
You're invited to spend an evening with the unapologetic humourist when she descends upon Sydney and Brisbane before performing at Melbourne’s Hamer Hall on February 18, 2024.
In an age characterised by messianic experts and clamorous chatter, Lebowitz reigns supreme with her sardonic commentary. Responsible for adages such as: “Think before you speak. Read before you think” and “Spilling your guts is exactly as charming as it sounds”, Lebowitz’s quotes, essays and interviews have made her a prominent figure in America for more than five decades.
Her recent Netflix doco series, Pretend It’s a City (directed by her friend Martin Scorsese), left audiences hooked as she wandered the streets of New York while sharing searing critiques and intimate reflections.
As she takes to the stage at Hamer Hall, Lebowitz will share her perspectives on a cavalcade of topics, including her own upbringing, gender, race and politics. She will also share the sources of her current vexations, from celebrity culture and the nuisance of tourists to the encroachment of technology.
Amidst an ever-shifting world, Lebowitz's talk promises to serve as a tonic that will deliver astute observations on contemporary living and modern culture.
'An Evening with Fran Lebowitz' will take place on February 18 at Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne. General tickets range from $89-$149 and will go on sale from August 10. For more information and to book tickets, visit the Arts Centre Melbourne website here.
