Comedian profile
John F. O’Donnell – I’m On Lithium
Biography
John F. O'Donnell (Comedy Central, 800 Pound Gorilla Media) is an NYC-based, national headlining American comedian with over 20 years of experience. He's also struggled with bipolar 1 disorder for just as long.
In his uproariously hilarious and deeply meaningful solo show, John recounts a wild, full-blown manic episode he experienced in 2008. This amazing whirlwind of a true story finds John running through the streets of Dublin, Ireland 100% convinced that the CIA and descendants of the Nazis are trying to assassinate him. Have no fear, though! John's not alone. The delusion also entails that he's being protected by the Irish Republican Army and Bono from U2!
This truly unique show uses humor and vulnerability to provide real insight into the thought-process of the manic mind. John is proud to present this redemptive work as the next chapter in his longtime continued efforts to use comedy to destigmatize mental illness.
