A RAINBOW COMES TO PALM DESERT
If you’re looking for a truly iconic evening of laugh-out-loud comedy, you’re in luck.
This Friday and Saturday, October 11 and 12 at 7:30, internet sensation Randy Rainbow is headed to the McCallum Theatre, a perfect venue for Rainbow’s hilarious brand of entertainment. With election season quickly approaching (let’s be real… it’s already here), a political satire is just what we need. Rainbow delivers laughs, political satire, and expertly written musical numbers to tie his whole act together. You’ll be laughing along to his classic jokes and some brand-new bangers during his new touring show, Randy Rainbow for President. For tickets, call 760.340.2787 or visit McCallum
Who is Randy Rainbow?
Randy Rainbow is a satirical comedian who focuses on picking fun at politicians and the news. You might’ve seen his hilarious viral videos, which became popular during the height of the pandemic, or watched an interview or two with him (like on CBS Sunday Morning). He’s best known for his fake interviews with right-wing conservatives, where he makes jokes at their expense, and of course, his iconic political parody songs, which are based on some of the most beloved Broadway musicals.
Oh, and Randy Rainbow isn’t just a stage name, by the way. The decorated comedian’s real birth name is Randy Rainbow—a man destined to be a famous gay comedian!
photo by Sara Lekowicz
What can guests expect at the show?
Rainbow’s comedic tour is more than just a funny show — he’s performing a satirical campaign for president along the way. With a simple, to-the-point title, this show is sure to knock your socks off and have you doubled over at some seriously topical political comedy. According to Randy’s website, his tour for president will be putting “the ‘camp’ back in campaign” and we know that when Rainbow says camp, he absolutely means it. Expect over-the-top costumes, fabulous Broadway-spectacle, and all the charm of Randy Rainbow’s glittery persona.
According to Rainbow’s statement on the show, Randy Rainbow for President will “take on the hottest topics and skewer politicos of the day as only he can … bringing his most viral video song parodies to life onstage.” With so much happening in the political sphere right now, there’s no shortage of material for Rainbow to work with. And he’s well aware of the buffet of insanity that he can use to draw his creativity from.
This is a live look into the musical mind of a comedic mastermind, “featuring live accompaniment by Broadway musicians, live audience interaction and original songs written by Rainbow with Marc Shaiman (Hairspray, Mary Poppins Returns) and Alan Menken (Little Shop of Horrors, Beauty and the Beast).”
Los Angeles Times critic Charles McNulty reviewed Randy Rainbow for President near the CV at the Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles. He writes, “His platform? Make America Gay Again. (He said he’s vying to be the first twink in the White House since Jared Kushner.) But what he’s really after is to restore the nation’s fabulousness with a concentrated dose of common sense.” Audiences, both straight and queer alike will enjoy the quick-witted comedy and musical genius of Rainbow’s show.
Attendees of the show will enjoy it if they don’t know anything at all about current politics, but those who really delve into the world of American politics will catch every expertly crafted quip. Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene will be roasted to a blond crisp in a revamped version of “Look at me I’m Sandra Dee” from Grease.
I’ve seen Randy Rainbow live before and his parody lyrics, which appear as subtitles, nearly upstage him with their zingy brilliance. His high-profile admirers — including Lin-Manuel Miranda and the late Stephen Sondheim — are known for being especially discerning when it comes to comic wordplay, so Rainbow is wise to throw a spotlight on his verbal virtuosity.
You definitely don’t want to miss out on this hilarious show, coming to McCallum this week. Get ready for a topical, hysterical, musical, and totally gay look at the news in Randy Rainbow’s new show. You’ll be too busy to text “LOL” because you will actually be laughing out loud Don’t forget to cast your vote for Randy after his show.
Randy Rainbow for President
The McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive in Palm Desert
Friday, October 11 and Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 7:30
for tickets ($35-$65), call 760.340.2787 or visit McCallum
for more info, visit Randy Rainbow Tour
