Others might think it is in seriousness - the sort of thing that San Fransisco might do. Hence the claims of being embarrassed to come from Idaho. Of course then I would think the crowd might be filled with gay men and other cross-dressers. Not a bunch of middle-aged women.
“I’m guessing that you are correct (it being Idaho and all) that this is the guys doing this as a gag - sort of a Fraternity/Milton Berle type thing to get some laughs and raise some money.”
That’s exactly right. I just thought it refreshing that this sort of burlesque / variety show could still go on these days. There aren’t many parts of the country where this would pass muster in these hyper-sensitive, always-offended times. Sure it’s corny and old fashioned, but that’s what makes it so great.
I love people putting themselves out there like this for a good cause. I probably would have attended if I weren’t sick. I’ll still donate to the summer theater troupe.