The Blue Man Group is a popular theatrical performance that does not fit within the confines of any preexisting forms of entertainment. It is not just a show- it is an experience with no close comparison, which you have to sit through to understand. To describe Blue Man Group in one word is impossible; in fact, to describe it in one statement would be difficult. It is a combination of music, technology, art, improvisation, comedy, audience participation and food that has become a rite of passage for Collegiettes in the Boston area.
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The show revolves around three blue men, as the title implies, and they’re out-of-this-world antics, which will leave you on the edge of your seat. This season is particularly relevant to Collegiettes as the performance pokes fun at Collegiette’s enmeshed relationship with technology and the possible effects on actual in-person relationships. The audience was clearly enjoying the farce throughout the show.
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I wanted to know a little bit more about the mysterious identities of the “blue men” and attempt to possibly assemble a better explanation of what one should expect when going to the Blue Man Group. So I chatted with authentic Blue Man, Brian Tavener.
What do you tell people you do for a living when you first meet them?
90% of the time say I am a Blue Man, and 100% of the time they ask what that means. In a professional setting I usually say I am an actor/musician though.
How do you describe the blue man group to someone who has never heard of it before?
An experience. Though to define the show, it is meant to be lived through and to be seen. I don’t even know if I would tell my friends they are going to see. The show is really an advanced combination of science, technology, art, tribal music, celebration, and exploration and I would like to believe that everyone makes their own definition of the show.
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Did you know you always wanted to be “blue”?
Maybe subconsciously I did! I studied acting in college. Then I moved into the music scene and played in a couple of bands and bartended afterwards. I saw a tour show and I was like this might be something that I would try to do.
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What was your dream job growing up?
I told my mom I wanted to be a carrot and a policeman. My brother stuck up for me and said I wanted to be a carrot policeman… Then probably a marine biologist like everyone else.
Tell us one reason why Collegiettes should come out to see the show this season.
The show is more relevant to college students now that it has ever been. There is a lot of making fun of the use of technology…. For example texting versus meeting people in person. Technology is dominating the world right now, this show brings to light how we can work with this technology and use it to its full advantage and celebrate life outside of [it still].
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This is definitely not a show to be missed! Tickets and show times are available at blueman.com. Tickets may be purchased by calling (800) 982-2787 or online at www.blueman.com. Regular price tickets for the Blue Man Group show start at $49, however there is an amazing deal for students on rush tickets offered for just $30. This gives Collegiettes NO excuses to miss the show as student rush tickets can be purchased one hour prior to certain performances, based on availability. Collegiettes can call 617.426.6912 on the day of the performance to inquire about availability.
Don’t miss out on this amazing Collegiette experience. We promise you will have a good time.
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