The Works of John Leguizamo: Freak, Spic-o-rama, Mambo Mouth, and Sexaholix (Paperback)

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John Leguizamo's smash–hit one–man shows have been acclaimed by critics and fans alike. In this new Harper Paperback edition, all four shows are compiled into one phenomenally entertaining volume.

Mambo Mouth (1991), Leguizamo's first show, was an off Broadway sensation. Leguizamo's portrayal of seven different Latino characters earned him both Obie and Outer Critics Circle awards. His follow up, Spic–O–Rama (1993), a "dysfunctional family comedy," presents 24–hours in the life of one family. It enjoyed a sold–out run in Chicago before relocating to New York where it won its creator a Drama Desk Award. Freak (1998), Leguizamo's Broadway debut, is his own coming–of–age story. A "demi–semi–quasi–pseudo–autobiography," the show was a critical and commercial success and won an Emmy when it was shown on TV. Sexaholix: A Love Story (2001), based on the sold–out national tour of John Leguizamo Live! was nominated for an Outer Critics Circle Award as well as a Tony Award.

Alternately hilarious and poignant, always candid and searingly intelligent, The Works of John Leguizamo is a must–have for fans of this inimitable performer.

About the Author

John Leguizamo was born in Colombia in 1964 and immigrated to Queens, New York, with his family when he was four years old. He began his career as a stand-up comedian in various New York clubs, and has gone on to critically acclaimed performances on film, television, and Broadway. He lives in New York City.

Product Details

• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: Harper Paperbacks (January 8, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0060520701
• ISBN-13: 978-0060520700
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #236,010 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Can't say enough good things about this., September 2, 2009

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I have loved John Leguizamo's works ever since I saw Freak, more than ten years ago. Then there was Sexaholix, which surpassed Freak in all ways. At the beginning of August, I was privileged to see John perform his newest work live. It was incredible! The man has a way of transporting you and showing you the amusing nonsense which all humans employ to get by on a day to day basis. His characterizations are stunning, his insights funny and beautiful, and above all that, I've now learned that he's a humble and kind man, genuinely interested in the people who come to see him and their experiences. I was a huge fan before I met him and saw him live, and I'm an even bigger one now!