Colorado congresswoman Lauren Boebert and an unidentified male companion were escorted out of a Denver theater on Sunday night after causing a disturbance during a performance of Beetlejuice: The Musical. According to theater officials, the pair were vaping, singing, recording, and being loud throughout the show, prompting complaints from other audience members.
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What happened at the Buell Theatre?
Lauren Boebert, a Republican who represents Colorado’s 3rd District, was attending the musical at the Buell Theatre, a city-owned venue that is part of the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. The show is based on the 1988 comedy film starring Michael Keaton as a mischievous ghost who haunts a newly deceased couple and their living daughter.
According to an incident report shared with The Denver Post, theater staff received three complaints about Boebert and her guest during the first act of the show. They were accused of vaping, singing along, recording the show, and generally disrupting the performance. Taking pictures or recording is not permitted at shows.
During intermission, the two were confronted by ushers who warned them about their behavior. However, five minutes into the second act, security officials received another complaint about the patrons being loud and recording. The report quotes one of the ushers:
“They told me they would not leave. I told them that they need to leave the theater and if they do not, they will be trespassing. The patrons said they would not leave. I told them I would (be) going to get Denver Police. They said go get them.”
Lauren Boebert and her companion were then approached by two security workers and escorted away from their seats during the show. Security footage obtained by 9News shows Lauren Boebert stopping several times, once to take a selfie and other times to turn around and seemingly yell at the security guards while wagging her finger.
When they reached a vestibule of the theater, Boebert reportedly resisted exiting while asking the workers, “‘Do you know who I am,’ ‘I am on the board’ (and) ‘I will be contacting the mayor,’” according to the incident report.
Police arrived at the theater and waited in the lobby until Lauren Boebert and her sidekick left. The pair were later seen walking hand in hand after leaving the venue, with the mystery man spinning Boebert as they walked through an empty plaza.
How did Lauren Boebert and her campaign respond?
Although the incident report did not identify Lauren Boebert as one of the patrons or name the other person, Boebert and her 2024 re-election campaign both confirmed that she was kicked out of the theater — without verifying the reports of her alleged poor behavior.
Drew Sexton, Boebert’s campaign manager, told The Post that the congresswoman denied vaping during the show. She did use her cellphone to take a picture of the performance, unaware that photos were not allowed. He also said that Lauren Boebert was just “enthusiastically” enjoying the show, which he described as “zany,” “outrageous,” and a “lusty riot.”
Sexton issued a statement that read:
“I can confirm the stunning and salacious rumors: in her personal time, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert is indeed a supporter of the performing arts (gasp!) and, to the dismay of a select few, enthusiastically enjoyed a weekend performance of ‘Beetlejuice.’”
He added:
“It’s true, I did thoroughly enjoy the AMAZING Beetlejuice at the Buell Theatre and I plead guilty to laughing and singing too loud! Everyone should go see it if you get the chance this week and please let me know how it ends!”
Boebert also posted on X:
“It’s true, I did thoroughly enjoy the AMAZING Beetlejuice at the Buell Theatre and I plead guilty to laughing and singing too loud! Everyone should go see it if you get the chance this week and please let me know how it ends!”
What are the implications of this incident?
Boebert’s behavior at the theater has sparked criticism from her political opponents and some theatergoers who witnessed the incident. Some have accused her of being disrespectful to the performers and disrespectful to other patrons who paid for their tickets. Some have also questioned her judgment and maturity as a public official.
Lauren Boebert is seeking a third term in Congress in 2024 and is expected to face Democratic challenger Adam Frisch in the general election. It would be a rematch of the 2022 election in which she narrowly defeated Frisch by 546 votes or 0.16% of the 327,000 total ballots cast.
Lauren Boebert is known for being a controversial figure in Congress who supports former President Donald Trump’s false claims of election fraud, opposes mask mandates and vaccine requirements amid the COVID-19 pandemic, and advocates for gun rights and border security. She has also been involved in several scandals, such as filing for divorce from her husband of 18 years, Jayson, in May, citing “irreconcilable differences.”
Boebert’s incident at the theater is not the first time she has made headlines for her conduct in public places. In January, she was fined $5,000 for setting off a metal detector while entering the House chamber. In February, she was criticized for displaying guns as a backdrop during a virtual congressional hearing. In July, she was accused of violating ethics rules by using campaign funds to pay her rent and utility bills.
Boebert’s supporters, however, have defended her as a fearless and outspoken leader who represents the values and interests of her constituents. They have praised her for being a staunch ally of Trump and a vocal critic of President Joe Biden and the Democratic agenda. They have also applauded her for being a successful businesswoman who owns Shooters Grill, a restaurant in Rifle, Colorado, where staff members are encouraged to openly carry firearms.
Who is Lauren Boebert?
Lauren Boebert is a Republican congresswoman who represents Colorado’s 3rd District. She is known for being a controversial figure who supports former President Donald Trump, opposes mask mandates and vaccine requirements, and advocates for gun rights and border security.
What did she do at the Beetlejuice musical?
According to an incident report, Boebert and an unidentified male companion were escorted out of the Buell Theatre in Denver on Sunday night after causing a disturbance during the performance of Beetlejuice: The Musical. They were accused of vaping, singing, recording, and being loud throughout the show, prompting complaints from other audience members.
How did she react to being kicked out?
As she was being escorted out of the theater, Boebert reportedly resisted exiting while asking the workers, “Do you know who I am,” “I am on the board” and “I will be contacting the mayor.” She also stopped several times to take a selfie and to yell at the security guards while wagging her finger. She later posted on X that she enjoyed the show and pleaded guilty to laughing and singing too loud.
Who was the mystery man with her?
The identity of the man who accompanied Boebert to the musical has not been revealed. He was seen walking hand in hand with Boebert after leaving the venue, and spinning her as they walked through an empty plaza. Boebert filed for divorce from her husband of 18 years, Jayson, in May, citing “irreconcilable differences.”
What are the implications of this incident?
Boebert’s behavior at the theater has sparked criticism from her political opponents and some theatergoers who witnessed the incident. Some have accused her of being disrespectful to the performers and other patrons who paid for their tickets. Some have also questioned her judgment and maturity as a public official. Boebert is seeking a third term in Congress in 2024 and is expected to face Democratic challenger Adam Frisch in the general election. It would be a rematch of the 2022 election in which she narrowly defeated Frisch by 546 votes or 0.16% of the 327,000 total ballots cast.
Conclusion
Lauren Boebert is a polarizing figure in American politics who has stirred controversy with her actions and statements. Her latest incident at the Beetlejuice musical in Denver has added to her reputation as a disruptive and defiant personality who does not follow the rules or respect others. Whether this will hurt or help her chances of re-election in 2024 remains to be seen.
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