Breaking: Sinus Show Calls it Quits

The rumors, it turns out, are true: the Sinus Show, Austin's beloved institution of comedy paired with really cheesy films, is calling it quits after six extraordinary years. Citing personal issues, the trio will perform their last shows--Diehard, ironically--tonight and tomorrow evening at the Drafthouse Downtown. In more bad news, all remaining performances are already sold out.

From the Sinus Show guys:

"After six incredibly fun years the Sinus Show is performing its last shows at the Alamo Theater this weekend. We are sad to see it end, but we are also proud of the run we've had. Six years of bad movies, unrestrained jokes and partial male nudity. We've loved being a part of the Alamo and a part of Austin. We understand there's plenty of questions, but for now we'd rather simply say thanks for all the people who come and laughed with us."

Thanks Austin.

Jerm, John and Owen
The Sinus Show

Lucky for you, there's a bright light at the end of this particular tunnel, and it turns out it's not too far away: a new group, dubbed Master Pancake Theatre, will make its debut in February right after Spike and Mike's Sick and Twisted Fest. Headed by Sinus vet John Erler and Joe Parsons--who's been filling in for Jerm Pollet in Sinus performances for the past several months--Master Pancake Theatre will feature a similar selection of groan-worthy flicks skewered by John, Joe, and a "rotating gang of Austin comedians, national celebrities and local personalities." Their first selection is a "lean and mean 90-minute 'pancake'" cut of Titanic, an all too appropriate selection for Valentine's month.

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By Allen Y Chen in Arts & Entertainment, News on January 12, 2007 6:59 PM 0 Comments

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Jen

This is very sad news. I've enjoyed every MST3K and Sinus Show I ever attended.

(sniff) Nobody puts Baby in the corner. (sniff)

dood

I was distraught distraught over the breakup, but here I read that John is going to make a new troupe with new things, so I am very happy.

I did not realize that Jerm had been substituted for a couple months. Not surprising - he really wasn't very funny, held down the other two.

katyfromaustin

Noooooooooooooo!!!! You guys were so great-- pleeease don't break up! But if you must...thanks for making Flashdance one of the funniest movies ever. You will really be missed.

Grape Ape

Christmas porn will never be the same. We will miss you.

Jorge

With all the celebrity break ups happening, it was only a matter of time. What will we do without Sinus? They were an inspiration. Owen was so committed to his craft that even a fall from the rafters during Lost Boys, resulting in a stitch worthy gash , didn’t slow him down. He continued to perform while holding a bloody rag to his head. That is professionalism people!!! ***sniffle sniffle** Good times, good times……

Jorge

With all the celebrity break ups happening, it was only a matter of time. What will we do without Sinus? They were an inspiration. Owen was so committed to his craft that even a fall from the rafters during Lost Boys, resulting in a stitch worthy gash , didn’t slow him down. He continued to perform while holding a bloody rag to his head. That is professionalism people!!! ***sniffle sniffle** Good times, good times……

Erin

How appropriate for the rains to come today ... I'll always remember my first Sinus show (Crossroads) and miss those guys ... Good luck and hope to see you make laughs around town sometime soon!

Zack

Nooooo!

You guys will be missed! My wife and I had one of our most fun dates ever when we saw you do Xanadu.

Sinus Show rules

zack

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pd

It was a huge bummer when MST3K was cancelled, now Mr. Sinus! Dark day for the Austin comedy scene and definitely a sad day for the Drafthouse...They will be seriously missed and I will be first in line for a reunion show.

Ben Davis

I am sorry to hear that one of the most creative Alamo Drafthouse shows has come to an end. The first time I saw Mr. Sinus show was at a packed QuakeCon ballroom in which they nearly tore the roof down in laughter. It was refreshing to have romance, cheesy action and 'Terminator' lines torn apart by a seemingly impromptu method. The Sinus show was synonymous for goofy, creative and unique Austin culture. It became a show that I bragged about and recommended to any open-minded visitor. Will the Drafthouse ever be the same? Let us hope Master Pancake Theatre can continue to capture the loyal Sinus fans.

Ben