Tig Notaro Does Comedy With A Stool

Synopsis

Tig Notaro shares humorous anecdotes about her name and the reactions it elicits. She recounts a moment when a woman came up to her, expressing her admiration for Winnie the Pooh and revealing that she changed her name to Poo. Notaro reflects on the oddity of people changing their names for various reasons, likening it to diseases and brands. The audience responds with laughter and applause as she describes the absurdity of an infant taking a shower, creating a vivid image that resonates with the crowd. She recalls a performance in Seattle where a slight movement of her stool produced a noise that triggered collective laughter from the audience. Throughout her set, music plays softly in the background, enhancing the comedic atmosphere as she engages with her huge fans.