News Release
September 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 Johnson Hall on Thursday, October 18 at 9
p.m. Hammond is in his sixth season with "Saturday Night Live."
In recent days, Hammond, a New York City resident, has been actively
involved in the relief effort in response to the terrorist attacks on
the World Trade Center.
Hammond's 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.
Tickets for the postponed September 14th show will be
honored at the door. Tickets are still available at 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. Ticket 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.
