News Release
August 2001
(Bethlehem,
Pennsylvania)— Best known for his impression of former President
Bill Clinton on Saturday Night Live, Darrell Hammond will perform his
stand-up act at Moravian College’s Johnston Hall on Friday, September
14 at 8 p.m.
Hammond is in his sixth season with "Saturday Night
Live." His numerous impressions have been applauded by critics
and viewers alike for their accuracy and range. His repertoire includes
impressions of Ted Koppel, Jesse Jackson, Jay Leno and Phil Donahue
among others.
Born and raised in Florida, Hammond began doing impressions
as a child. After graduating from the University of Florida at Gainesville,
Hammond lived in New York for several years and appeared in off-Broadway
productions. He later returned to Florida and honed his skills as an
impressionist, performing on local and national radio programs.
In April 1997, Hammond was applauded in the media for
his dead-on impression of President Clinton during a surprise appearance
with the President himself at an event before government officials and
members of the Washington Press Corps. For the last several years, Hammond
has been performing stand-up comedy and impressions throughout the country.
Tickets go on sale August 28 at the Moravian College Bookstore,
located in the lower level of the Haupert Union Building (W. Locust
and Monocacy Streets in Bethlehem). The performance is open to the public,
general admission is $10. Tickets can be purchased with a credit card
by calling the bookstore at 610-861-1485. The event is sponsored by
IMPACT, Moravian’s student activities program board. For more
information call 610-861-1491.
