A Fine and Plesant Misery: Patrick McManus September 18, 2008

In 1992, Pat McManus, already recognized as one of America's funniest humor writers from his columns in Field and Stream and Outdoor Life, and his 12 books, wondered if his stories about growing up in rural Idaho might work on the stage. Pat used his own fear of the dark as a central theme to weave some of his favorite pieces together. The result-A Fine and Pleasant Misery, was described by one reviewer as "a wonderful cross between Mark Twain and Bill Cosby. "In 1993, Actor Tim Behren devoted his life full time to the McManus Comedies.

The key to the success of Pat's writing - and Behrens' acting - lies in activating the imagination of the audience. Just enough detail is provided to connect the viewer to each misadventure. The audience fills in the blanks, and makes each story their own.

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