John Leguizamo's "Latin for Morons" at the Public-A Comedic Blending of Parenting & Latino History

John Leguizamo (b Columbia 64) is an American/Columbian actor, comedian, writer known for his energetic, Tony & Emmy winning one man shows.  Older & wiser & perhaps even wackier, Leguizma takes on a biographic roller coaster ride navigating his blundering parenting and Latino pride.  Now in his 50's and "too old for this shit" the multi-talents of this rapid fire comedic actor show no signs of slowing.  Perhaps, a more mellow side is revealed in his overbearing attempts at protecting his son from bullying.  He also inserts himself into his son's major history assignment.  John's son" Buddy," is allotted a term paper reporting on a heroic figure.  Buddy is failing miserably academically & socially.  It becomes John's mission to mentor Buddy on heroic Latin leaders & Latino contributions to the world that have been flagrantly overlooked.  All the stage is a classroom to enlighten the audience & amass admiration for John's indefatigable talents.  His greatest strength comes from his softer, vulnerable side seen when trying to connect with his son.  He shares his own colorful personal & family history.  John is a constant chameleon, changing into multiple characters convincingly & adds  clever choreography to his perpetual motion.  Two favorite characters are his worldy wise daughter & pompous, Garrison Keillor sounding psychiatrist.  Analysis teaches him to deal with his "ghetto rage" & incessant need for approval.  He wishes he had quick snappy comebacks for tormentors.  John learns a valuable lesson from  his son about dignity, perseverance & restraint.  Lequizma's doesn't hold back revealing his impressive physical prowess or endearing intelligence.  I bet "Latin for Morons" becomes the teacher's pet.