The case of the comedian Arj Barker caused a stir on social media when during his performance in Melbourne, demanded a mother and her baby leave from the room so as not to disturb.
As it says Stuffimmediately members of the audience followed one withdrawal of protest for his behavior, with the comedian announcing on the spot that he would never perform in that city again. But he could not imagine her outcry which would follow.
After one “tsunami” of criticism on social media, Barker was forced to explain his remarks, telling CNN on Tuesday that he had “nothing against moms.”
Is there room for babies in the stand-up?
On the occasion of this event, a user asked other mums on the Mumsnet forum about their stance on the matter, and which side’s reaction they consider more correct.
Most mothers had similar opinions. Bringing a baby to a show like this It makes no senseboth because it wouldn’t make any sense, but also because it would just annoy viewers who just want a night out.
Characteristically, one of them replied: “If I was on a night out, it probably would be the only time of day away from my childrenand it would be incredibly annoying to have a crying baby while I spend the rest of my time changing diapers, nursing, and putting mine to sleep.”
And while one would expect the comedian side to express similar support for Barker, many felt he was overreacting, and others didn’t even dare to comment on the matter.
Sian Davies, who is preparing her new show Band of Gold, said she has had many babies at shows in the past and has never had any problems. “I had two breastfeeding moms on the same show once.
Instead, more worries about older childrenwho can understand some of the shocking jokes, but lack the maturity to accept them and may be hurt by her remarks.
Others, explaining why they don’t take a stand, explained that stand-up is now a scene that appeals to a wider audience, while many of the “nonconformists” of their generation they have now become parentsand understand other “homeopaths” who are forced to have their little armpits.
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