An author, comedian, humorist, and radio personality, David Sedaris first won fame in 1992, when his essay “Santaland Diaries” was broadcast by NPR, with Sedaris reading his work. He draws his material from his own experience and often references his life in the English countryside, London, and France, as well as his heritage and upbringing.
Sedaris got his first break in Chicago in 1977, when Ira Glass, a radio host, heard him reading his diary in a club. At the time, Glass had a weekly radio show, “The Wild Room,” and asked Sedaris to join him as a guest. He was a huge hit on Glass's program, which led to his 1992 appearance on NPR. He was so successful that NPR asked him to record one segment each month; at the same time, he signed his first book deal. He continued to write and publish; five of his collections of essays became New York Times Best Sellers. In 2001, Sedaris was the recipient of the Thurber Prize for American Humor.
A review says Sedaris:
“….delighted, transfixed and, most definitely, entertained a sold-out audience.”
David Sedaris will appear at the Virginia Theatre in Champaign at 7:30 pm on December 2. This appearance is rescheduled from an earlier date. Brochure printing can be used to create interesting programs for events like this.