AJ Lamarque effortlessly weaves laughter and learning in his show ‘A Beginner’s Guide To Ancient Egypt’.
One part laugh-out-loud comedy show and one part intimate university-style lecture, Lamarque delivers a unique hour of entertainment. Whether you’re a total history nerd or have only seen Egypt through the lens of Hollywood blockbusters, this show caters to all.
Lamarque’s personality shines through as he invites the audience into his world as an amateur Egyptologist. His passion for Ancient Egypt is incredibly infectious and massively engaging. There is never a dull moment during this ultimate crash course on Egyptology. Lamarque, with a full multimedia set up, takes the audience on a deep dive; from mythbusting common misconceptions to reading hieroglyphs.
Lamarque weaves in modern-day references and political satire, keeping the show fresh and current. Despite some of the puzzling things you learn about the ancient Egyptians, Lamarque shines a light on how progressive they really were. He balances this out wonderfully, making some hilariously pointed jabs at modern leaders and contemporary pseudoscience.
Now don't be mistaken; although it may feel like a classroom setting, this show is definitely adults-only. Lamarque exposes you to the gross, gory, and at times sexy lives of the ancient Egyptians. So, strap in for some steamy literature with a side helping of silly spells.
The show feels almost like a gossip session, learning some cheeky secrets about Ancient Egypt that they don’t tell you about in school. This is only furthered by the show taking place in the very intimate Graffiti Room at the Powerhouse.
‘A Beginner’s Guide To Ancient Egypt’ is hands down the best 'lecture' I’ve ever attended. Lamarque never gets bogged down in history, as every fact has a punchline. He's a stand-out teacher and witty comedian rolled into one. Who knew that learning could be so much fun?
