This New Orleans–based comedian has taken the stand-up world by storm. Mark Normand may have a strange, nasally voice, but it works wonders when it comes to the rapid-fire zingers he delivers on stage. His approach may seem lighthearted, even casual, but make no mistake: Normand’s stand-up routine is thoughtful and calculated, lightly beating the audience over the head with musings on everyday hypocrisies, social norms and morality. This has helped Normand become one of the best-known working standups in the country. He’s even earned kudos from Jerry Seinfeld, which makes sense considering Normand is the spiritual successor to Seinfeld’s irreverent but insightful observational style.
Sat, 7pm, $44-$72
Center for the Performing Arts, San Jose
