By Ibrahim Dabo
New York City, New York—It’s always good to be around comedians as you’ll hardly ever be short of a good laugh. But after a good treat, I wanted to talk about technology with comedian and musician Dr. Reggie Watts.
Not sure whether that was a good idea or not but I gave it a try. Watts sure did have some answers when I asked what he thinks about technological advancement, especially with regards to the internet.
“Oh, it’s incredibly important,” Watts said, adding that that the internet is not as complicated as people think it is.
It may not be too complicated for the end user, depending on what task they are trying to accomplish, but Watts quickly looked at the other side of the coin as he made his analysis.
“I mean the internet is a very complicated place. Obviously, engineering, coding, and all that stuff but the end result isn’t that complicated. It shouldn’t be any different than passing a note in class,” Watts said.
“It’s just another form of communication, so it will evolve and it will become more ubiquitous and easier to use.”
As a solo performer, Watts has played sold-out runs at Fusebox, SXSW, Bonnaroo, Soho Theatre (London), and many other cities around the world. In 2009, he received the ECNY Award and the Andy Kaufmann Award in 2006 for his brand of innovative stand-up performance.
He has appeared on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon, HBO’s The Yes Men Save The World, Comedy Central’s Michael and Michael Have Issues, and much more.
Watts said he just finished a pilot for Comedy Central and looking forward to seeing it screened soon.
His next show will take place in Amsterdam, Netherlands between Nov. 13 and 14, 2010.
