As a devoted admirer of Seth Meyers, I find myself utterly captivated by his extraordinary ability to seamlessly blend the mundane and the profound in a way that resonates deeply with his audience. His life experiences, particularly as a father and a host of “Late Night With Seth Meyers,” have not only provided him with an abundance of comedic material but also imbued his work with a unique authenticity that is truly captivating.
While Seth Meyers is discussing his new HBO stand-up special “Dad Man Walking,” he’s visited by his 8-year-old son Ashe, who’s trying to keep it cool while his dad is on the phone.
Meyers explains, ‘He’s walking slowly as if tip-toeing and moving only a tenth of his usual speed.’ Then he adds, ‘He’s taking out one sheet at a time from the printer now.’ Finally, he notes, ‘He seems to be leaving,’ and mentions that ‘his pajamas appear striped, similar to prison uniforms.’
It’s appropriate that Seth Meyers, a father himself, encounters the usual disruptions associated with parenthood as he fields questions about “Dad Man Walking,” a show noted for its humorous take on contemporary fatherhood and nominated in the Golden Globes’ best stand-up performance category. While his primary role is hosting “Late Night With Seth Meyers,” which includes political satire and celebrity conversations, he appreciates the distinct set of skills he exercises while refining his stand-up act.
“On ‘Late Night,’ I feel like my entire staff is a really good dance partner, where we all know what we’re after,” he says. “It’s so thrilling too to be doing your stand-up special where all of a sudden, you’re in Philly and realizing, ‘Wow, if I was in Studio 8, a lot of people would help me out — even just on a hair and makeup level.’ But I get that rush of going out on stage and just making people laugh. And the fine-tuning of language is a thing that you can do with a stand-up special that I’m so drawn to.”
The process of refining and enhancing jokes is crucial to Meyers as a writer. He’s honed the material for this hour-long stand-up performance through a string of co-headlining shows and a New York City residency with his friend and fellow talk show host, John Oliver. Meyers frequently jots down amusing ideas and real-life occurrences on his phone, and he can determine what resonates best by observing subtle shifts in the audience’s response.
For instance, though numerous jokes playfully tease his three children – Ashe (age 6), Axel (age 6) and Adelaide (age 2) as well as his spouse, Alexi – Meyers has a knack for recognizing where he might overstep the mark.
He explains, “The emotion you express is part of it – sometimes it’s just the sound of laughter that gives it away. You initiate it, and then you suddenly realize, ‘That’s my wife I’m discussing!’ However, if there’s anything I suspect she might not appreciate, I test it out first. If it doesn’t pan out, there’s no point in bringing it up to her – unless it’s something viable. To her advantage, if it does work, she’s consistently encouraging.
Reflecting on life with his loved ones is a crucial element in how Meyers expresses his affection, which he often shares with his audience.
He adores stand-up comedy because it offers a unique experience, not only in terms of its format but also the subjects he tackles. There’s something incredibly relatable about his family experiences, even though he teases them mercilessly. They are his most cherished individuals. When hosting ‘Late Night’, which is another show he enjoys, he often talks about people he don’t feel particularly fond of. So, it’s refreshing to be on stage for an hour, sharing stories and insights about my family, the best people in the world.
As our conversation wraps, Ashe reenters the room — still clad in his prison-stripe pajamas — and wants to say goodbye to both me and his dad. We all wish each other a good night, and Meyers is off, ready to have a few more silly moments before bedtime.
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2024-11-22 21:16