The Life Of Robin Williams

The Life Of Robin Williams

Robin Williams was one of the funniest comedians of all time.  His improvisational skills were almost other-worldly!  Yet behind the comic persona lay a complex man- intensely charitable and compassionate but plagued by insecurity, battling addictions, and vulnerable to depression. In this multimedia presentation, we will examine the fascinating life and tragic death of Robin Williams – and watch as his remarkable career took shape!

While early audiences remember him as Mork, others remember his free-form, intense improvisational riffs.  We will also celebrate his long, accomplished and acclaimed career as a film actor.

Like fellow comedian Steve Martin, Robin Williams became a superb movie actor. Over time, he took on acting roles in almost every genre. Robin Williams excelled in drama, comedy, animation, and thrillers, making an indelible impression in all genres. He could play a research neurologist in one film and a cross-dressing nanny in the next. Williams was nominated several times for Oscars, including a win playing a compassionate and serious psychotherapist in “Good Will Hunting.”

We will examine clips from a diverse selection of his movie work, including “Mrs. Doubtfire,” “Aladdin,” “Awakenings,” “One Hour Photo,” “Good Morning, Vietnam,” “A Night At The Museum,” “Good Will Hunting,” and many more.

Although we will undoubtedly discuss Robin Williams’ tragic death, most of this fascinating presentation will focus on the extraordinary life and truly unparalleled talent of one of the most unique and funniest men of all time—the great Robin Williams.