Kate Berlant made a memorable appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, where she discussed her one-woman show, shared a hilarious yearbook photo prank, and talked about working with Bo Burnham. Berlant, known for her roles as an actor, writer, podcaster, and comedian, has received critical acclaim for her solo show, "Kate," which centers around her own life.
During the interview, Berlant revealed that she played her mother in the stage show, but portrayed her as a callous Irish woman, even though her real mother is a warm Spanish woman. Berlant joked about the cruelty of this portrayal, assuring Kimmel that her mother understands it is fiction.
Berlant also shared an interesting pre-show ritual she had during the run of her show in New York. She would sit in the lobby with a sign around her neck that said "ignore me." People would enter the theater, treating her with utmost respect and even tiptoeing around her, thinking she wanted to be left alone. Berlant found it amusing to see how people reacted to her presence.
Aside from her stage show, Berlant discussed her high school yearbook photo, where she pulled a prank by posing with a folded sweatshirt, making it appear as though she was holding a baby. Surprisingly, she didn't get into any trouble for this harmless trick.
Berlant also expressed her admiration for director Bo Burnham, who helped her with the show. She emphasized that "Kate" was not a typical stand-up routine, but a proper theatrical production. The show combines Berlant's stand-up talent with a collection of characters from her life.
For those who have already seen the show, Berlant assured that although some things naturally change with repeated performances, the Winter Encore run would largely be the same. She also made a humorous plea for a broth sponsorship to sustain herself during the cold winter months in New York. Berlant praised a broth company she admires and expressed her desire for warm broth backstage after each performance.
Overall, Kate Berlant's appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live showcased her wit, humor, and storytelling abilities. With her successful one-woman show and upcoming Winter Encore run, Berlant continues to captivate audiences with her unique style of comedy. Don't miss the chance to see "Kate" at the Connolly Theater in New York on December 19th.
