Mort Sahl

Just in time for election day, the legendary Mort Sahl will take the Lyric stage to unleash his biting commentary and razor-sharp wit on the latest in today’s political and current events. 

A comedy legend, Sahl literally revolutionized the stand-up form, leading the transition from tame jokes to dark satire.  Lenny Bruce, Woody Allen and Jay Leno have all cited Sahl as having a major influence on their comedy.  An unflinching critic of American politics, Sahl has satirized every president from Eisenhower to Clinton.  In today’s arena of political humor that includes “The Daily Show” and The Onion, his comedy is more timely than ever.