Rob Durham is a touring stand-up comedian and a high school English teacher, so his students learned right away not to heckle. As an author, he’s published the highly praised book, Don’t Wear Shorts on Stage
as well as 5 other titles including 2022's romantic comedy, Somebody Else's Sky.
With a smile that says I didn’t get my braces off until I was 27, Rob shares the frustrations and joys of teaching. For over two decades, Rob has built an original act that favors the cleaner side of comedy but should still be kept away from the ears of his students (though they are impressed that he’s opened for 2 of the 3 uncles on Full House).
Seventeen-year-old Mark Lender loves running track but has no track record with the ladies—that’s something he’s looking to change. He is shocked when the interest of two girls takes him from Mr. Backstage to Mr. Centerstage. Katy Mancer seems obsessed with him, but she’s oblivious to fashion—or reality, so her advances only give Mark’s bullies a bigger target. Then there’s Angel Hayden, a six-foot-one home run-hitting jock, who’s so popular she parties with college guys and is way too experienced for a guy like Mark who’s never made it to first base. He can either learn quickly or strikeout.
A stand-up comic for almost twenty years, Rob Durham explains it all in the clearest way possible. Don't Wear Shorts on Stage is packed with examples, stories from his career and tips he picked up from some of the biggest names in the business. With insight and humor he leads you through the stages of a comic's career, from the very first open mic night to the touring life on the road. Whatever it is, Rob has been there, done that and he shares that wisdom with you.
"Rob Durham is quite the pro,
f-ing funny stuff, great act!"
Rob Schneider
"Simply Excellent!"
Maria Bamford
"Very Funny, an enjoyable show."