Stroke of Genius: Pantomime Masturbation Throughout Performing Arts History


Sharp intellectual satire meets risqué Monty Python buffoonery in this polished multimedia "lecture." Our deadpan Professor "makes a surprisingly lucid case" [Orlando Sentinel] regarding the historical and academic significance of . . . clowns pretending to masturbate. This semester, you can take "JACKIN' AROUND" very seriously.

Playwright: Head writer: Vulva Va-Voom, Staff writer: Shane Mayforth
Cast: Starring Shane Mayforth as Dr. Walter Winkworth-Perez, with Vulva Va-Voom as The Spankin' Shyster
Designers: Sausage conveyance mechanism by GutterFly Productions

Website/Socials: boiledhorse.com


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"Stroke of Genius" is about a college professor who teaches a strange academic subject. Throughout theater history, clowns and mimes have mimicked many types of humorous behavior. This professor specializes in pantomimed masturbation. Dr. Walter Winkworth-Perez has spent many years studying theories and techniques of these comedic performers. His lesson plans put a special focus on the 1920s silent film actor who is recognized as the all-time greatest star of the art form.

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    • 14-August 23, 2025
    • 60 minutes
    • Fringe Theatre Arts Barns
    • subvenue 02: The Next Act Backstage Theatre
    • 18A
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      Show Contains: Adult Language/Content, Sexual Content
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