Russell Peters is already a comedy superstar in much of the world. Common knowledge decrees that a comedian must have a TV sitcom, a hit movie or a high profile comedy album to succeed, but Russell has built a massive underground following completely by word of mouth. For the past few years he’s been selling out theatres across the US and Canada, all without ever appearing on network television in the United States.
Russell has made his reputation by speaking to people that no one else is talking to. Much of his comedy speaks to immigrant communities around the world. Russell’s new platinum-selling DVD and CD, “Outsourced,” was taped before a sold out audience at the Warfield Theatre in San Francisco, and gives viewers and listeners an excellent overview of Russell’s comedic genius. He paces the stage interacting with the audience, tossing off one-liners and engaging in impromptu dialogue with his fans. As much a humorist as a comedian, Russell doesn’t really tell jokes. Rather, he uses his wry observations on the subjects of race and class to illuminate our human shortcomings with the sizzling accuracy of a well-aimed laser. His quick wit and ability to mimic language and accents allows Russell to create characters of all races and cultures and forge an immediate bond with his audiences, regardless of their racial and cultural background.
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