Ari Hoptman featured in a Star-Tribune profile: "Something in his ability to scrutinize complex patterns of language demonstrates a native curiosity that helps explain his capacity for quirky sideways glances at the world around him."
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Hello, Dear Visitor!

Hope all is well, whoever you may be. Why don't you have a seat and stay a while here at my little website until you have to leave or you get bored?

So, it's been a while since my last update, but I thought I could tell you something about what's happening now.

I am currently in "Man of La Mancha," with the very talented Bradley Greenwald, Ann Michels, and Brian Sostek. (My adverb-adjective combination "very talented" extends all the way to 'Sostek'). A very good production, this, and one that really makes one appreciate the show itself. The production is by Nautilus Music-Theater and is directed by Ben Krywosz.

"La Mancha" is at the Southern Theater and runs until February 5. Call 612-340-1725 for reservations.

Next up (in May) is "Last of the Red-Hot Lovers" by Neil Simon, with Leslie Ball, Kjersti Brekki, and Karen Wiese-Thompson. This show will be produced by Fifty Foot Penguin Theater" and will be directed by Zach Curtis. Keep your eyes open.

PUSHING THE PRODUCT! In addition to the CD, there is now a picture book, "This Is," an ideal gift for children you wish to scar for life. You may email me for more details.

Click here for Ari's theatrical resume.

Fun facts about Ari:
Favorite car: none
Favorite airplane: none
Favorite insect: the ant, if I had to choose
Favorite grammatical term: a tie between "right aux gapping" and "the perfect passive paraphrastic"
Position on freedom of speech: in favor of it
Favorite novel: "You Need Help, Charlie Brown"
Favorite actor from Liverpool: the late Leonard
Rossiter
Favorite Marx Brother: Groucho
Favorite way to spell the word "etymology": without an "n"
Most and least prestigious characters yet played: Sir Joseph Porter, KCB; Man #2
Does Ari know former Monkee guitarist Peter Tork? No