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Puppet Master of Comedy Comes to the Crown by EFRAIN COLON Grab your funny bags and snicker on down to something that Dunham and the other puppets take the Crown Coliseum for a well-above-average very seriously. performance of the funnies with superstar comedian Other famous characters featured are "Jose (and helicopter pilot) Jeff Dunham. Performing on Jalapeno on a Stick," "Achmed the Dead Terrorist" the fall portion of his Disorderly Conduct worldwide and "Sweet Daddy Dee." Jose is just that; a giant tour, he will entertain the All-American city hot pepper — complete with Fu Manchu mustache Wednesday, Dec. 4, at 7:30 p.m. Dunham is revered and a sombrero — that is impaled on a wooden across the globe for his renowned ventriloquist skewer and speaks Spanish. Awesome! Achmed the act featuring a cavalcade of felt characters and Dead Terrorist is the skeleton of an evil Muslim catawampus misfits. Now in the Cape Fear region extremist who, even with the inconvenience of for one night only, this tour performance promises death, wants nothing more than to see America to be a night of laughter and sincere chuckles that crumble to the sea. Of course, he always fails, won't soon be forgotten. which explains why he's dead in the first place. He Beginning in Texas well over two decades ago, becomes really insecure when Peanut laughs at his Dunham has worked his way to the top of the turban. Sweet Daddy Dee, on the other hand, is comedy ladder by masterfully crafting his act with a black, self-proclaimed "P.I.M.P." Obvious racial a "spark of insanity" and keen life observations. He insensitivity aside, these guys are pretty funny. is always careful to relate his show to the audience, Debbie Keller has been Dunham's publicist for 20 thus leaving everyone in attendance with a craving years and says that he is always excited to perform for more of his genius. Of course, he approaches in military cities. "Jeff makes it a point to visit the his success with a humble heart and takes the time Jeff Dunham is set to perform at the Crown on Dec. 4. bases, if possible." Dunham has always been a to admire other comedy giants like Lewis Black. comedian who sincerely appreciates the sacrifices Throughout the years, Dunham has proven to be of soldiers and Keller is eager to talk about his a true entertainer and has earned all of his success with hard work and support. "I hope everyone knows he's coming and has a good time." dedication. Also, he uses puppets! Come out and see Jeff Dunham live in the Disorderly Conduct worldwide Ventriloquism is the staple of every Jeff Dunham performance. Perhaps tour. It will be an amazing time with a true master of the most well-known is "Peanut." A half-baby, half-capuchin monkey comedy. Tickets are $43.50 or $26.00 with valid military sort of thing from Go-knows-where, Peanut's sole purpose is to make ID. For more information, EFRAIN COLON, Contributing Writer, Up fun of Dunham on stage. With a quick wit, unforgettable smile and call the Crown Coliseum at & Coming Weekly. COMMENTS? defiance to wear a complete pair of shoes, he has stolen the hearts of 910.438.4100. editor@upandcomingweekly.com. audiences everywhere. Actually, Peanut is a Micronesian woozle, which is The North Carolina State Ballet Nutcracker The presents Directed by Charlotte Blume Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth d d requests the honor of your presence at Sunday, December 8 Saturday, December 14 Sunday, December 15 THEATER Curtain Time: 3:00 p.m. Tickets on sale at the Crown Center Box Office and Ticketmaster.com • Military Discount with I.D. The Third Annual Yuletide Feaste d d d d (Renaissance-Style Banquet with Music and Singing) For the benefit of the Methodist University Music Department Jessica Fry Sugar Plum Fairy This project is supported by the Arts Council in part by contributions from businesses and individuals, and through grants from the City of Fayetteville, Cumberland County and the North Carolina Arts Council, an agency of the Department of Cultural Resources. Hay Street United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall Ray Avenue b Fayetteville, NC Friday, December 6, 2013 b Saturday, December 7, 2013 Seating begins at 7:00 p.m. Advance Ticket Sales Only. Seating is limited. To reserve seats, please phone 910.630.7100 www.ncstateballet.com 12 NOV. 27 - DEC. 3, 2013 Ad_U&C_Yuletide Feaste.indd 1 11/20/13 2:29 PM WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM