Trevor Noah: Son of Patricia

About Trevor Noah: Son of Patricia

Trevor Noah: Son of Patricia is a stand-up comedy and talk show special featuring Trevor Noah, the acclaimed South African comedian and host of The Daily Show. The special was filmed at the O2 Arena in London in 2018. In Son of Patricia, Trevor Noah shares his unique and witty perspective on various topics including race, immigration, and his own experiences growing up in South Africa.

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• Making / Production
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• Awards
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• Music, Soundtrack

About

Trevor Noah: Son of Patricia is a stand-up comedy special that combines Trevor Noah's trademark storytelling, humor, and social commentary. In this special, Noah reflects on his upbringing in South Africa, his experiences as an immigrant, and his perspective on race and identity.

The show is named after Trevor Noah's mother, Patricia, who played a significant role in his life. Noah humorously recalls stories and anecdotes from his childhood, often engaging with the audience and encouraging laughter and reflection.

Throughout the special, Trevor Noah highlights the complexities of modern life, using his own experiences to shed light on broader issues. He tackles topics such as cultural differences, language barriers, and the challenges faced by immigrants.

Making / Production

Trevor Noah: Son of Patricia was filmed at the renowned O2 Arena in London. The large venue allowed for a substantial audience, creating an energetic and vibrant atmosphere for the performance.

The special was directed by David Paul Meyer, who has also worked with Trevor Noah on previous projects. Meyer captures the essence of Noah's performance, ensuring that the humor and messages translate effectively onscreen.

Trevor Noah's unique style of blending comedy with social commentary is further enhanced by the production design and lighting, creating an immersive viewing experience for the audience.

Actors

• Trevor Noah - Himself, stand-up comedian and host

Trevor Noah takes center stage as the sole performer in Trevor Noah: Son of Patricia. His charismatic presence and captivating storytelling abilities keep the audience engaged throughout the special.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Trevor Noah: Son of Patricia was Noah's second Netflix special, following his highly successful debut, Afraid of the Dark, which was released in 2017.
• The special takes its name from Trevor Noah's mother, Patricia Nombuyiselo Noah, who had a significant influence on his life and humor.
• The O2 Arena performance was part of Trevor Noah's international tour, allowing him to connect with audiences around the world.

Awards

Trevor Noah: Son of Patricia has not received any notable awards as of now.

Quotes

• "I grew up in a system that didn't allow you to be free, and now I live in a system that allows you to be anything... as long as you're what they want you to be."
• "When you see people wearing traditional clothes, whether it's African people or Indian people or Middle Eastern people, people walk around and talk about the beautiful traditional clothes that they have. When I see Americans in their traditional clothes, just cargo pants and fanny packs, I'm always like, 'Wow, they've truly nailed the tradition of defeating the British Empire.'"
• "When you grow up as an immigrant, sometimes you're embarrassed by your culture, because you're different. And when you're young, different is bad. But the older you get, the more you realize your culture makes you special."

Music, Soundtrack

Trevor Noah: Son of Patricia does not feature a specific music soundtrack as it primarily focuses on Trevor Noah's stand-up comedy performance. The special emphasizes Noah's storytelling and comedic timing rather than musical elements.