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"Sex & Mayhem"
Donald Currie

Review by: Len

      Self described as an "audio book" I would go more with docu-comedy. You know you are in for something different during the intro. Follow the sexual and otherwise exploits of a gay kid growing up during the 1950's in of all places, San Francisco. Donald Currie makes good use of that information. Produced, directed, performed, and about Donald Currie, so the artist is an expert on the subject. The expertise shows in his writing talents, but mostly in his verbal delivery. With a timing and inflection style 

which brings the dialog to life, adds meaning, and very frequently prompts laughter. Somewhat reminiscent of Charles Pierce, but with the risen tones possibly influenced by Monty Python. 

     Donald Currie makes a literal history brief in his description of the 50's through 60's. Snappy comments and all the lines you can imagine are put to good use. The quest, of course sex. Donald meets his wonder lust in the form of a theatre professor. Of course all possible theatrical/drama quips are given new life through Currie's yearning for his desired. His take on the times is particularly entertaining, and insightful of the gay male at the times. Remember, this is pre-Stonewall. "When you could get arrested just for being in one of those places" obviously a gay bar. 

     Currie brings all familiar aspects into the storyline. The parents, the encouraging grandmother and of course the movies. Especially the "stand and deliver" musicals. Donald knows them all and shares in a way which is amusing and momentarily touching. Back to his quest, as Currie meanders through the "deeper" issues and back to his dream lover. Of course the chase is on, and the chaser does get his wish. Sort of. You have to hear this to believe there was a time.........

To learn more about Donald Currie and prepare for the second installment of "Sex & Mayhem" visit his website.

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