New York City-based stand-up comedian, storyteller and one-man tour-de-force Ricky Sim brings his critically acclaimed debut hour ‘Coming Out To Dead People’ to London’s Soho Theatre from 22nd – 24th January. The Asian Queer comedy about secrets taken to the grave has come off the back of a run at the Edinburgh Fringe. Rich catches up with Ricky ahead of his UK run.
TICKET LINK:
https://sohotheatre.com/events/ricky-sim-coming-out-to-dead-people-an-asian-queer-story/
https://www.rickysim.com/
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In this episode, comedian Ricky Sim joins Rich Wilson to discuss his show 'Coming Out to Dead People' and his experiences as a gay Asian immigrant. They explore the acceptance of sexuality in the 21st century, the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in Asian countries, and the importance of representation in comedy. Ricky shares his personal journey of coming out and the pressure to fulfill family expectations. They also discuss coping with grief and the power of therapy. Overall, the conversation highlights the complexities of identity, family dynamics, and the role of comedy in connecting with audiences. In this conversation, Ricky Sim and Rich Wilson discuss various topics related to comedy and cultural differences. They touch on subjects such as relatives watching over us, Asian superstitions, the concept of consent in religion, Ricky's comedy scholarship, the differences in comedy experiences between Malaysia and the US, understanding comedy in different languages, and the importance of travel in broadening one's perspective.
Takeaways
- Cultural differences can lead to unique superstitions and beliefs, such as the idea of relatives watching over us or the need for consent even in spiritual matters.
- Comedy can vary greatly between different countries and cultures, with different styles, subjects, and language preferences.
- Traveling and experiencing different cultures can help broaden one's understanding and empathy towards others.
- Social media platforms like Instagram and personal websites are important tools for comedians to connect with their audience and promote their work.
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