Went up first at this terrible show. Ambush comedy (i.e. people there hanging out have a show sprung upon them) so no one paying attention. Host only did one joke and then threw me up. People at the bar have their backs turned to stage and most of 'em are playing a trivia game. TVs showing Yankees game. Loud table talking in the middle of room. Drunk guy named Seamus shouting shit out. Jokes impossible...
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God almighty Rubix cube. Good for you. I'm sorry. What a jerk.
Now he's a douche in two forms of media.
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