As we discussed previously both here and in our interview with Teresa Bass, the PIT has lately been inviting theater artists to perform in its traditionally comedy-oriented space on 29th street. They had great success with Blood and Stone Theatre Company's production of The Dumb Waiter in April, and now they're presenting John Clancy's The Event tonight.

It's exciting to see a theater having success blending these two worlds, and having John Clancy direct at the theater is a strong sign of support from the theatrical community. He's a legendary figure in the downtown scene, being, among other things, one of the co-founders of FringeNYC. It's a trend to watch, and one I hope continues!

Here's a description of The Event:

The Event is a comic examination of the act of theater. What starts as a straight-forward, hilarious deconstruction of the one-man show transforms into an honest attempt at communion with those gathered. Dealing directly and humorously with the technician, the stage manager, the critics and the audience, the actor moves into dangerous and slippery territory. Armed only with his memorized words, can an actor say something else? Matt Oberg (Goner, Fatboy, Americana Absurdum) stars. Written and directed by John Clancy.