"A sure-fire cure for the blahs!"
-New York Times
Tom Murphy's performance might be best described as a synthesis of the European clown and the classic American physical comedian. It is an impetuous journey into the world of MURPH, a selfless, self-conscious, guilt-ridden, Catholic, solo entertainer of the 90's. He will entertain you, he must entertain you...at any cost! It is up front, honest to goodness, in your face and at the same time sensitive physical comedy!
His formal training in Physical Education and Ballet spawned a unique style of theater that is at once an ardent athletic event and a sensitive outpouring of newly discovered emotions. His performance is essentially slapstick and yet somehow the critic's reoccurring choices of descriptive words are: tender, charm, heart, warmth, and compassion. Murph uses a variety of disciplines to tell his story including a quirky acting style, acrobatics, dance, and various circus arts. Critics have dubbed him "The Chaos Poet."
He has performed around the world including 2 weeks of sold out performances at The New Victory Theater on Broadway, and was awarded “Artist of the Year” two years running by Künstler Magazine in Germany. Ultimately, the show is knock 'em down, drag 'em out, laugh till you cry slapstick sketch comedy!
