Märt Avandi stand-up “45”

A 45-year-old man, a parent, an ex-spouse, an addict, a member of the Estonian Defence League, a fool with money, technologically inept... When Märt created his first stand-up show, “40”, at the age of 40 and successfully toured Estonia (and briefly abroad) with its honest and personal material, he thought he might try again at 50. But here we are: Märt Avandi’s stand-up “45” is a reality. It is actually surprising how much can happen in five years. Even if you think you are experienced in every way, have seen it all, and would also like to think of yourself as a sensible person. One might have assumed that everything inside and around you would become increasingly calmer. It does not. Fortunately, the desire to look at your life with humour has not disappeared. Nor has the desire to analyse your vices, worries and mistakes with complete honesty. Because if there is anything worth laughing about, it is yourself. On stage: Märt Avandi
Text: Märt Avandi, Paul Piik
Märt’s new stand-up show “45” premieres on 15 October at Fotografiska and aims to reach all the larger cities and county centres before its protagonist turns 46.