Here’s to Gen X — North Charleston’s Night of Nostalgia and Laughter
By Mark A Leon
A celebration of love from a generation that defined survival, individualism and a movement of existence that has yet to ever be replicated, though many have tried….
It is often said laughter is the best medicine. If you are fortunate to spend 2 hours in laughter reflecting on your life you should be grateful.
This is the Gen X Takeover Comedy Show which caravaned into North Charleston on Sunday.
From Prom to Menopause and everything in between, no anecdotal story was left of the cutting room floor reminding us that life in the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s was a wild ride….
Lessons learned
- Did our parents love us?
- Do we all have lead poisoning?
- Is Fun Dip a childhood gateway drug to cocaine?
- Did our parents lie to us?
- Did rubbing dirt cure all injuries?
- How did we poop without a smart phone?
All these questions and more were explained in a laugh out loud interactive assembly line of social media superstars that represent a generation that not only refuses to die but has made a resurgence. Mic drop!!!!
Line up
This Tik Tok and Instagram star studded lineup included Slim Sherri, Kelly Manno, “The Professor” Nick Harrison and MC Justin Rupple. The anchor of this team was Ladson, SC’s own hometown boy “The Dadbod Veteran, or DBV” Jon Wellington.
The night opened with DJ spins and Justin exciting the crowd with resounding impressions, a deep dive into Gen X and millennial differences and his Armenian heritage. Each performer then brought their unique comedy and storytelling styles to the stage bringing charged laughs and interactive banter.
In a surprise musical addition, local singer/songwriter Edwin McCain joined the gang to single his international hit I’ll Be.
Yet, no night would be complete without our smart phone lights (new lighters) and dancing in the aisles to Don’t Stop Believin’, the song that will never go away.
Yes, everyone was home and in bed before 10:00 PM.
Overall, a truly entertaining reminder that so many of us may not have had the best guidance, information or role model, but we had a blast figuring it all out. If you are fortunate to catch a future show, do it.
Cheers to the last great generation!!!
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I love what you guys are doing. You say everything I think and I love it!! Keep up the amazing work. I really needed a good laugh, blessings to you all 🫂🤍🫶