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BOB ROBERTSON If
poking fun at our political leaders is a national sport in Canada, then Bob Robertson
is without a doubt a Hall of Famer. One of Canada's leading political and social
satirists he has been rightly described as a "national treasure".
Bob, who has a reputation for superb delivery, combined
with a knack for delivering the sharpest, wittiest, social and political
satire in the country, is guaranteed to have audience members rolling
in the aisles. In his role as the creator and co-star of the CBC comedy
show Double Exposure (which has been hugely successful on both
radio and television), or as a wickedly funny columnist for The Globe
and Mail, he is without a doubt one of this country's funniest, most
accomplished, and best-loved comedians and political satirists.
What does Bob talk about? The
Many Faces (and Voices) of Canada: A Hilarious Take on Current Affairs With Bob
Robertson Bob Robertson draws from politics and the
media in creating his oddly familiar cast of characters; among them Jean Chretien,
George Bush, and a simply unbelievable Queen Elizabeth. Bob and his characters
find themselves in the most hilarious and unusual circumstances, and the audience
is invited to join on every trip. Bob's presentations are not only topical and
outrageously funny, they are also customized to each specific audience's region
and political environment, and Bob takes great pride in ensuring that the satire
of his performance is relevant to the audience's experience. Audiences have consistently
said that Bob Robertson's upbeat, put-things-in-perspective kind of address is
the right keynote for virtually any occasion. Throughout his performance, he treats
his audience like friends and colleagues and moves smoothly from character to
character, covering the full spectrum of political and social issues in a hilarious
and interactive manner.
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