The Edinburgh Reporter"Sharp DRAMATIC timing, HUMOR and most importantly, KINDNESS."
The Nerd Party"LYRICAL, SHARP and
suffused with feeling."
TheaterArtsReviews"A FASCINATING INSIGHT into how other people think and behave."
Fringe Review"The writing is EXCELLENT: RICH, REFLECTIVE, and REWARDING. The richness feels like a GIFT."
The Student"WITTY CHARM and INCREDIBLE poignancy."
Upcoming Performances
21ten Theatre
2110 SE 10th Ave,
Portland, OR, 97214, US
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The antidote to Toxic Masculinity
The Emmy-nominated screenwriter of King of the Hill, Beavis and Butt-Head, Just Shoot Me, Wilfred, and Rules of Engagement has a critically acclaimed solo show!
Michael Jamin examines the life of an anxious television writer who understands the fictional characters he creates better than he does himself. It tells the story of a sensitive boy whose father tried to turn him into something he’s not — a fighter. And it ends with Michael discovering a secret about his ghoulish neighbor, only for him to admit that he, too, is hiding a painful secret.
Audaciously funny yet achingly poignant and vulnerable, A Paper Orchestra is perfect for fans of David Sedaris and Judd Apatow. Based on his bestselling book, which Vulture named “Best Comedy Books of 2024.”
Produced and Directed by Cynthia Jamin
Appropriate for ages 15+. Book signing after the show.
Michael Jamin
Writer/PerformerMichael Jamin has been writing for television since 1996. His many credits include Just Shoot Me, King of the Hill, Beavis & Butt-Head, Wilfred, Out of Practice, Rules of Engagement, Lopez and Tacoma FD.
He’s also served as Executive Producer/Showrunner on Glenn Martin DDS, Maron, and Rhett & Link’s Buddy System. He's also the author of A Paper Orchestra, which Vulture named "Best Comedy Books of 2024."
Cynthia Jamin
Director/ProducerCynthia Jamin's acting experience includes stage and television. This has prepared her well to direct A Paper Orchestra. She's had recurring roles on Friends (Jasmine) and Veronica's Closet, and numerous guest starring roles on ER, Will & Grace, Suddenly Susan, Just Shoot Me, and many others.