Have you heard of the comedian Eddie Izzard?

I first got acquainted with his work on the TV show 'The Riches,' with Minnie Driver about eight years ago and have enjoyed many of his appearances ever since. On May 23, Eddie Izzard brings his 'Force Majeure' stand-up comedy show to the Cheyenne Civic Center.

Eddie Izzard is an English comedian, actor, writer and cross-dresser. He's often compared to Robin Williams for his rambling spontaneity during his stand-up routines and to Richard Pryor because of his groundbreaking transvestite appearance and brashness on stage. His roots in Britain have intersected with many members of Monty Python. Here's a picture of Eddie Izzard Hanging out with Eric Idle in 2004.

Eric Idle with Eddie Izzard 2004
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Eddie Izzard brings his 'Force Majeure World Tour-America-Part 2' to the Cheyenne Civic Center on Saturday, May 23, at 8 p.m. Tickets are still available.

Here are some roles you may recognize Eddie Izzard from:

Television;

  • Wayne Malloy-'The Riches'
  • Dr Abel Gideon-'Hannibal'
  • Nigel Butcherbaker-'The Simpsons'

Movies;

  • Roman Nagel-'Oceans Twelve' and 'Oceans Thirteen'
  • Sir Miles Axelrod-'The Cars 2'
  • Mr Kite-'Across The Universe'
  • Charlie Chaplin-'The Cat's Meow'
  • Reepicheep-'The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian'

He has also appeared on stage with several members of Monty Python and John Cleese once called him 'the lost Python.' If you get a chance, check into some of Eddie Izzard's comedy routines and consider seeing his show when it comes to downtown Cheyenne on May 23.

Eddie Izzard and Michael Palin 2014
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