Press Contact: Karyn McNay Marketing Manager IU Auditorium (812)-855-0640 [email protected] BEST-SELLING AUTHOR AND HUMORIST DAVID SEDARIS COMES TO IU AUDITORIUM NOVEMBER 7 WHAT: David Sedaris WHEN: Thursday, November 7, 8 p.m. WHERE: IU Auditorium TICKETS: $25-$39 for IU Bloomington students with a valid ID and $35-$45 for general public, on sale now. Individual tickets may be purchased online at IUauditorium.com, in person at the IU Auditorium Box Office, as well as through Ticketmaster.com, all Ticketmaster outlets, or charge by phone at 800-745-3000. The IU Auditorium Box Office is open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 10/21/2013 BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Author and celebrated social humorist David Sedaris brings his signature satire to IU Auditorium on Thursday, November 7 at 8 p.m. Hailed as “one of America’s most prickly and most delicious, young comic talents” by The Washington Post, David Sedaris has earned a reputation for his social satire and self- deprecating style as both writer and stand-up comedian. Sedaris has written several national bestsellers, including Naked, Me Talk Pretty One Day, Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim, When You Are Engulfed in Flames, Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk, and his newest book, Let’s Explore Diabetes with Owls. He is also a frequent contributor to The New Yorker, and can be heard reading his original radio pieces on NPR’s This American Life. Recently, a film adaptation of Sedaris’ work, entitled C.O.G., premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January of 2013. Sedaris was named Time magazine’s “Humorist of the Year” in 2001 and has been nominated for three Grammy Awards for Best Spoken Word and Best Comedy Album. Entertainment Weekly calls Sedaris “The preeminent humorist of his generation,” and Publishers Weekly writes, “Sedaris’ sparkling essays always shimmer more brightly when read aloud by the author. And his expert timing, mimicry, and droll asides are never more polished than during live performances in front of an audience.” “David Sedaris’ visit to Bloomington always provides some memorable moments,” said IU Auditorium director Doug Booher. “He is one of the most profoundly hilarious voices in social commentary to date. His books are remarkable, but the opportunity to hear him share his stories in his own voice is unforgettable!” Post-performance, Mr. Sedaris will sign books for fans in the Auditorium lobby. All ticket holders for the November 7 performance are invited to attend. For more information on David Sedaris and the rest of the 2013-2014 season, visit IUauditorium.com. The website features video clips and a selection of songs from this season’s performances, in addition to a direct link to the IU Auditorium Facebook and Twitter pages, whose members receive exclusive benefits throughout the year. David Sedaris at IU Auditorium is sponsored by Bloomington Bagel Company, Oliver Winery, Hilliard Lyons, and WFIU Public Radio. IU Auditorium’s 2013-2014 season is sponsored by Curry Auto Center, B97, The Herald-Times, and IU Residential Programs and Services. ### .