Bearsville Theater
Henry Rollins Spoken Word
Friday, May 15, 2009
Doors at 8pm; Show at 9pm
Reserved Seating $25; General Admission $15
Originally known as the vocalist for the hardcore punk band Black Flag from 1981 until 1986, Rollins tours the world performing as an engaging public speaker and a solo spoken word artist. Beyond taking the stage as a musician with his own Rollins Band, he has also spent time on behalf of the United Service Organizations to entertain American troops in Kyrgyzstan, Qatar, Afghanistan, Kuwait, Iraq, Honduras, and Egypt.
The Grammy winning performer, author, and actor is currently occupying his time filming a series of documentary specials for the IFC network, introducing listeners to hidden gems on his weekly radio show, and running his publishing company 2-13-61. Rollins has performed in several movies and TV shows including Bad Boys II, Heat, and Drew Carey
Hear what the critics are saying about Henry Rollins:
Entertainment Weekly: “Punk-rock icon. Spoken word poet. Actor. Author. DJ. Is there anything this guy can’t do?”
VANITY FAIR.COM: “The former front man for Black Flag and the Rollins Band continues to tour the world, giving spoken word performances and chasing down the truth wherever it hides.” Or “Henry Rollins…chasing down the truth wherever it hides.”
VILLAGE VOICE: “If there ever was a human never at a loss for words, it’s the hot blooded Henry Rollins…”
BOSTON GLOBE: “Anger and humor are the two interlocking elements that makes Rollins who he is.”
TIME OUT NY: “With the world spiraling into a disarray that’s anything but funny, expect Rollins to find some humor in it all somewhere.”
NEW YORK DAILY NEWS: “As a spoken word artist, he’s taken the intensity of his musical performances and channeled it into some of the most provocative chit-chat around.”
WASHINGTON POST: “Rollins is many things—diatribist, confessor, provocateur, humorist, even motivational speaker…his is an enthusiastic and engaging chatterer.”
TV GUIDE: “Henry Rollins is a punk-rock Renaissance Man.” Or “Henry Rollins is a …Renaissance Man.”
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