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I've started a new tribe to help me with a stand up act

2008-02-19T01:50:51Z

self-parody is the skill I wish to practice...
http://tribes.tribe.net/ihatemike?_click_path=Application%5Btribe%5D.Tribe%5B0e1338d1-d080-4ab6-8eb7-b4f8f5cf71c9%5D

I'm working on doing a week long show at an airport Ramada.

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portland improv?

2008-02-02T00:00:56Z

I just moved from oakland/berkeley to portland and wonder if anyone can suggest good places to take classes, drop in workshop sessions, or just good troops to check out?

*boomer

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The Christmas Card is now on DVD!

2007-11-04T17:28:12Z

I have some good news to share. "The Christmas Card", the Hallmark movie I played the diner waitress 'Molly' in, is now available on DVD through Netflix, Blockbuster, Borders, amazon.com and others. Amazon gave us a 5 star rating and has posted some lovely reviews. Ed Asner was nominated for an Emmy for his outstanding performance in the movie earlier this year. Cast and crew are all thrilled! It's a wonderful holiday gift for the entire family.
;-)
Also, A few weeks ago I did a Slingbox commercial which should air very soon during Monday night football. I play a nervous dental patient in this one. Very funny stuff.

Graciously,
Glorinda

Glorinda Marie, SAG
web: www.glorinda.com
imdb: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1483648/

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The Christmas Card ~ NEW Hallmark Original

2006-12-02T02:11:29Z

Here is some glorious news about a Hallmark movie that will premier tomorrow night. ~ Happy Holidays!

THE CHRISTMAS CARD
“The Christmas Card” a Hallmark Channel Original Holiday movie, premieres Saturday, December 2 at 9 p.m then repeats at 11 p.m. on the Hallmark TV Channel. This movie will air again on Thursday, December 7 at 9m as well.

"THE CHRISTMAS CARD"
Multiple Emmy® Award winner Ed Asner (Lou Grant -The Mary Tyler Moore Show”, John Newton (Desperate Housewives, Melrose Place) & Alice Evans (102 Dalmations) star in this heartwarming holiday story about a career soldier stationed overseas who takes a leave of absence to search for the young woman who has written him a deeply touching personalized, but anonymous Christmas card. When Cody (Newton) arrives in the picturesque California town from which the card was sent, he soon meets and falls in love with Faith (Evans), the girl who sent the card, and he is practically accepted as a new member of the family by her parents (Asner & Nettleton) as he helps them save the family Christmas tree farm. But there’s one major roadblock to happily-ever-after: Faith is already engaged to be married!

Glorinda Marie plays ‘Molly’ the sassy diner waitress in this touching Holiday film!

READ: "Inside Tips: Paving Your Way To Stardom: Hallmarks New Sweetheart; Glorinda Marie" by Manda Spring
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/45967/inside_tips_paving_your_way_to_stardom.html

Glorinda Marie, SAG
Portfolio w/ Demo Reels: http://www.glorinda.com

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Revolution Allstars do Necessary Comedy on November 12th!

2006-11-08T00:10:54Z

REVOLUTION ALLSTARS (That's Chris Libby, Rob Miles, Craig Dickson, Lily Harvey, Cassidy Brown and Chris Hayes)
Purveyors of Necessary Comedy
Taking Improv to the People

WHAT: This ragtag group of rebels and comic insurgents bring their mayhem to the Off-Market Theatre Sunday November 12th. Their unique brand of Improv Comedy is a necessary element in the coming revolution. Or they just like to talk big while making potty jokes. You decide.

WHERE & WHEN:
Sunday, November 12th. Art Gallery and party at 8 PM, Allstars show at 9 PM
Off Market Theatre
965 Mission, between 5th and 6th Street in San Francisco

HOW MUCH: $10

INFO AND DIRECTIONS: www.myspace.com/revstars

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Hallmark Film

2006-11-01T20:10:53Z

Happy Divali to all my friends! ~ Good News to share with you:

“The Christmas Card” a Hallmark Channel Original Holiday movie, premieres Saturday, December 2 at 9 p.m in the United States.

Glorinda Marie plays ‘Molly’ the sassy diner waitress.

Some clips from the film are available here:
http://www.Glorinda.com

THE CHRISTMAS CARD
Multiple Emmy® Award winner Ed Asner (Lou Grant -The Mary Tyler Moore Show”, John Newton (Desperate Housewives, Melrose Place) & Alice Evans (102 Dalmations) star in this heartwarming holiday story about a career soldier stationed overseas who takes a leave of absence to search for the young woman who has written him a deeply touching personalized, but anonymous Christmas card. When Cody (Newton) arrives in the picturesque California town from which the card was sent, he soon meets and falls in love with Faith (Evans), the girl who sent the card, and he is practically accepted as a new member of the family by her parents (Asner & Nettleton) as he helps them save the family Christmas tree farm. But there’s one major roadblock to happily-ever-after: Faith is already engaged to be married!

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Online Improv

2006-10-19T00:59:00Z

hey, it's nice to be back here.

I've been with an improv podcasting group that's been posting shows for a year now. Woah! We just posted a new episode today and I thought I'd do a little promotion. We're on iTunes and a bunch of other sites, but we've been mostly working in the quiet, developing different forms and exploring how to do improv on the "radio". We've gathered a pretty groovy body of work, and I'd like to invite folks to check it out and let me know what you think.

It's all at http://www.radiostarimprov.com

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Un-Scripted Improv Classes in October

2006-10-04T17:11:35Z

Learn to Improvise Like Un-Scripted
Un-Scripted presents: a series of classes on how to improvise like Un-Scripted! As with most Bay Area improv companies, Un-Scripted has its own style focus. We're interested in rich, theatrical improv, with a colorful story and clear main characters. Students may attend any or all of the classes. All classes are at the SF Playhouse Stage 2 in San Francisco. Classes 1, 2, 4, and 5 are $40 each or $120 for all four of them togeather. Each class starts at noon and runs for 3 hours (except class 3). Please e mail an instructor to sign up for a class or for more information.

Class 1: Sunday, October 8 -- Genres! Part 1
Go beyond the cliches! We'll explore the characters, environments, and acting style of a variety of genres, so we can practice living in a world, instead of just visiting. Genres Part 1 is likely to include literary and historical genres, such as Shakespeare.
Taught by: Mandy Khoshnevisan, mandy@un-scripted.com

Class 2: Sunday, October 15 -- Genres! Part 2
Go beyond the cliches! We'll explore the characters, environments, and acting style of a variety of genres, so we can practice living in a world, instead of just visiting. Genres Part 2 is likely to include the wide realm of science fiction and adventure.
Taught by: Dave Dyson, dave@un-scripted.com

Class 3: Saturday, October 21 -- Improvising Arthur Miller!
Get up close and personal with the dark side of the American Dream. Afterwards you'll have the opportunity to see one of Arthur Miller's later plays, The Ride Down Mt. Morgan, performed at the SF Playhouse. Your ticket to the show is included in the price of the class!
Taught by: Tara McDonough, tara@un-scripted.com

Class 4: Sunday, October 22 -- Protagonist!
Who's the story about? In this class, we'll do scenes in all kinds of genres, with a focus on how to find the protagonist, and then figure out who's with them--and who's against. We'll work on how all that stuff called "acting" works on the improv stage.
Taught by: Christian Utzman, christian@un-scripted.com

Class 5: Sunday, October 29 -- Style-Matching!
Style-Matching is one of the most valuable skills we use at the Un-Scripted Theater Company. What kind of scene am I in? What kind of show am I in? What kind of improvisors am I on stage with? What kind of improvisor am I? You'll learn to follow the clues and figure it out. Hone your style-matching skills, and watch as genres magically appear!
Taught by: Christian Utzman, christian@un-scripted.com

http://www.un-scripted.com/classes/index.htm

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All Aboard SuperTrain!

2006-09-21T03:34:59Z

It's not too early to sign on for the Ride of the Season! Un-Scripted Theater Company needs support for SuperTrain: Conductors (House Managers), Engineers (popcorn makers), and Track Workers (Ushers). The audience will be treated as passengers on a train, so if you feel inspired to wear overalls and play a character as you work, we would LOVE it.

This show runs October 5-28 Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm SF Playhouse (533 Sutter, between Powell and Mason. 2nd Stage). Call for volunteers is at 6:30.

Your support is greatly appreciated. We'd love to have you as part of the SuperTrain crew! This is a real, constructive, hands-on way to support the arts.

Please e-mail me, amber@un-scripted.com to reserve your date!

Thank you,

Amber

Imagine a train so enormously huge, anything could happen on it. Thats the setting of Un-Scripteds next show, SuperTrain. Well follow the adventures of the crew and passengers of this massive train as it rolls across the countryside. Who knows what theyll encounter each nightdinosaurs? A volcano? Time travel? A romantic dinner?
All that is possible, and more, limited only by our imagination. Thats SuperTrain!

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:60 Sitdown Online Comedy Contest on Bix.com - $7500 - free to enter

2006-08-24T05:57:00Z

Hey all-

I’m a Chicago Second City alumni living in the Bay Area and have been doing some work with a great new internet start-up - Bix.com - an online multimedia contest engine. As part of the launch we created a :60 Sitdown comedy contest that we hope you will enter. $7500 First Prize for whomever has most votes by Aug 31, 2006. All you need is a webcam and a microphone. Oh, and some decent material...lol

Check out this link:

http://www.bix.com/entry/349

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Online Comedy Competition - Win $7,500

2006-08-23T00:28:11Z

Win $7,500!

It’s free to enter and it will only take 10 minutes

ABOUT THE COMPETITION

So you want to be a waiter? Oh sorry, a comedian! Today's Blue Plate Special Advice: Enter the Bix.com :60 Sitdown Comedy Contest early and often. Hey, if you're any good (and get the most votes) you could win $7500 bucks! That's a lot in the old tip jar. Then be sure to email the link to your finished video to all your coworkers and customers at the restaurant and get THEM to vote for you. And lay on the guilt - especially if they are lousy tippers.

GET TO A COMPUTER AND GET STARTED

Visit www.bix.com and look for the “:60 Sitdown Comedy Competition” links. Register with Bix (it’s free, secure, and fast. You will need access to a computer with both a microphone and webcam.

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Come improvise on-stage tonight!

2006-08-02T19:39:21Z

Theatresports Raw

No experience necessary. No age limit. No holds barred. Be one of the first 30 people to show up for a half-hour improv workout at 7 pm, and by 8 you could be doing improv onstage! Its just $5 to work out; free to play or to watch if youre not picked. Want to see the show and not play? $10 general admission lets you enjoy the RAW improv fun from the (relative) safety of the audience!

San Francisco
August 2- August 23
The San Francisco Playhouse, 2nd Stage
533 Sutter Street
(between Powell & Mason, near Powell St. BART)

http://www.un-scripted.com

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Un-Scripted Theater Company needs your help to accomplish the Impossible!

2006-07-31T21:40:44Z

Lights... Camera... Improv!

Imagine a movie created from audience suggestions, completely script-free, filmed mere minutes before you see it for the first time.

Our next show, The Impossible Film Project, is a series of short films that are made while the audience waits. Armed with a camera and several tapes, a director and a team of improvisers will hit Union Square this August.

We need runners to deliver the tapes back to the waiting audience, then re-join the team in time to do it again!

This is a very real, constructive, hands-on way to support the arts!

Not into running? We need ushers, too!

Contact amber@un-scripted.com to volunteer for any of the following shows!
August 3 - August 26 (Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays)
The San Francisco Playhouse, 2nd Stage
533 Sutter Street (between Powell & Mason, near Powell St. BART)
See www.un-scripted.com for more info!

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Seeking New Place to Live

2006-07-21T18:52:00Z

I rarely post to any of the tribes I belong to...but I decided to 'hit them up' in my time of need.
I am a single woman, 33, no pets,non-smoker,fully employed @ UCSF as a social worker .Currently I am in a roomate situation that I've lived in for 3yrs.The Owners are now selling this building. I am clean, resourceful, friendly, easy going, and relatively quiet.The goal is to rent in an area close to public transportation. My credit isn't immaculate(school loans and an eviction in 93, unfortunatley) but I can provide personal and work references as well as proof of income.

If you know of anyone looking for a roomate,a sublet filler or own property with studios/one bedrooms, please send me an message.

Have a Fab day and enjoy your weekend!
G.

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Rate your improv geekyness

2006-06-20T19:23:39Z

http://www.dangoldstein.com/ImprovGeekQuiz.html

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Safe Farting-Toot-Tone--Lifesaving New Product (OK, its a joke video)

2006-06-09T04:44:58Z

This new technology prevents those embarrassing moments where your insides just have to get out. Toot-Tone is sweeping the globe and will be the next Kleenex of its product generation. Just stick it up your butt and go your merry way!

Warning, it may still stink but they're working on that too!

http://falsepretender.blogspot.com

More really funny shit on there now!

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Laura Bush-First Job--Dildo Commerical--Funny as shit!

2006-05-25T00:21:59Z

Look at this-I nearly passed out because I couldn't breathe. Sprite came out my nose!

http://falsepretender.blogspot.com/2006/05/new-secret-video-laura-bushs-first.html
Many other funny videos (Get Your Jesus Off My Penis...) and twisted stories on the main page:
http://falsepretender.blogspot.com

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3 for ALL

2006-05-08T04:53:25Z

“3 for All” is playing this weekend!
Friday and Saturday @ Bats.
http://www.improv.org/shows/3forall.htm
If you don’t know them…they are fantastically, mind-crushingly wonderful.
Come see them if you can!

A

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Scene Study Classes

2006-04-29T21:49:16Z

VoiceOne Studio 665 3rd St San Fran, starts Monday ph: 415.974-1103

SCENE STUDY
with Marvin Greene
This eight week scene study is a workout for any level actor. You'll be handed scripts that will challenge and stretch your acting abilities. It's an excellent tool in your acting belt for those working on stage, film, or voice-over as you create believable relationships with your scene partner and increase the trust and confidence you have in yourself. Since scripts and actors change, keep your acting skills sharp by attending all 3 sessions.

Session 2
May 1-June 26

8 Mo
6:30pm-9:30pm
(No class on Memorial Day)

Session 3
Oct 30-Dec 18

8 Mo
6:30pm-9:30pm

Investment $365*

*$50 discount per session for returning Scene Study actors.

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www.playimprov.com/

2006-04-06T20:20:38Z

Check out this new website for the improv community in Los Angeles. Open to everyone.

Open article submissions. Post your profile.

Peace,
Andrew

http://www.playimprov.com/

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FREE tonight!!

2006-02-02T19:21:05Z

Just a reminder that the one and ONLY free preview of Bill Shakespeare's Iambic Jubilee is tonight! Come see some culture as only the Merry Misfits of Doom can bring it to you!

9pm
FREE

Empire Amusement Hall
6470 Santa Monica Blvd
Hollywood, CA 90038

http://www.merrymisfits.com

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Long Form Improv Audition - San Francisco

2006-01-20T02:50:00Z

The Un-Scripted Theater Company is looking for good-natured, experienced improvisors to perform in our improv format, Love at First Sight: An Improvised Romantic Comedy. The show runs from March 3 to March 25, Fridays and Saturdays, at San Francisco's Off-Market Theater.

For this show we are looking for improvisors who can have fun but also can stay in character, play within the style, and commit fully to their acting. In preparation for the show, we will be studying a variety of modern romantic comedy types, movies like When Harry met Sally to Fever Pitch and everything in between. Prior knowledge of this genre is not necessary, but long form improv experience is a strong plus.

Although this is not a paid position, we promise you will enjoy yourself! Rehearsals are once a week (mostly on Tuesday nights, plus a few pickup rehearsals to be scheduled later); we request a commitment from January 31 (when rehearsals begin) through March 25. Rehearsals and shows are in San Francisco.

Auditions are Sunday, January 22 from 3 to 6pm and Monday, January 23 from 7 to 9pm. To schedule an audition time, send an email to amber@un-scripted.com with your full name, choice of audition dates, and a little bit about your improv background. We'll send you more information by email. Thanks!

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Find out more about us at www.un-scripted.com.

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Tonight in Hollywood!

2006-01-19T20:07:36Z

Tonight at the Empire Amusement Hall -

There is this improv duo known as the MERRY MISFITS of DOOM, who take over the Empire Amusement Hall every Thursday night - bringing their own special brand of performance, humor and fun to the stage.

"Improv?" you say. "How funny could it really be?"

This isn't your normal bunch of tossers who make stuff up and expect you to yuck it up when it's just not that funny... NO!

This duo takes your suggestions, and then performs the brand-new, made up on the spot skit, and then it gets good --

If you like it, they are rewarded (with BEER) ~
If you hate it, they are punished (with DOOM)!

Now THAT'S FUNNY!!

Love them or hate them (or both, hell, why not?) - the tickets for their show are only $10 - refreshing beverages are available for a small donation - and it's a great way to spend your Thursday night.

EMPIRE AMUSEMENT HALL
6470 Santa Monica Blvd
Hollywood, CA 90038
make reservations at 323.270.2518
visit the websites: www.EmpireAmusementHall.com
www.MerryMisfits.com

TONIGHT: Merry Misfits of Doom; 9pm

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It was a warm a squishy...

2005-12-28T00:14:50Z

(finish story)
It was a warm and squishy frog who came and rang my doorbell. I was fondling him when...

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The Merry Misfits of Doom @ Empire Amusment Hall

2005-12-13T21:29:26Z

The bawdy, naughty and overly mischievious Merry Misfits of Doom continue their high energy assault on boring theatre Thursday nights at the Empire Amusement Hall! One of the only improv shows that rewards the performers for the funny and inflicts punishment for anything even remotely boring, pointless, bland or unfulfilling. If you're not part of the multitudes who are the Misfit Nation, get off your loser ass and get to a show! Guaranteed to cure the doldrums, apathy, boredom, dandruff and unintentional celibacy!

The Empire Amusement Hall is a cool little vaudeville/sideshow theater in the heart of Hollywood's Theater Row. Check out the Museum of Oddities while you're waiting for the show to start!

The Stage Show Spectacular! starts at 9pm. Tickets are only $10. Valet and drinks are available...

For more details and directions, visit:
www.merrymisfits.com/

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RadioStar: Improv Podcasting

2005-11-24T00:13:18Z

Yep, we're jumping off the stage and moving to the best performance venue there is: between your ears.

We're doing a new show every week, and it's all improvised long form. I go in afterwards and tweak with volume levels and add music and sound effects as needed, but if "Whose Line" can edit, so can we. :-)

Check it out.

http://homepage.mac.com/sfstagewalker/cassandrascall/rssfeed.xml

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Improv Auditions: The Last Laugh

2005-11-17T05:15:09Z

An all new show is being developed in the bay area called, The Last Laugh. "The Last Laugh" is a show that's been created to tap into the resources of Bay Area talent and bring social and political entertainment to older youth and younger educated adults (18-28 years).

Biweekly the company will perform a three-act long form improv show with short film sketches that will be viewed between the acts. Additionally a local live band will perform before and after the show.

By blending these mediums of long form improv, short film and live music, "The Last Laugh" will bring the next generation of entertainers to fans across the world. And we're currently casting. If you are interested in getting involved with this unique opportunity plan on being at the auditions, Saturday Nov. 19th.

The Last Laugh General Audition Information
When: November 19th, 11am – 2pm. Callbacks 3pm – 6pm.
Where: 1519 Mission Street, South of Market, San Francisco in Studio 2 (Kris Kovic Studio)
What: Prepare a Two-Minute Showcase of your Talent! We just want to see you do something you love. Monologues, music, dance, knock knock jokes, ventriloquism, you name it, we wanna see it! Please bring a headshot and resume. If you don’t have one, don’t worry. Just bring any picture that we can use to remember who you are. We are going to be doing a lot of playing so make sure you come in clothes you can move in.

Please also come to audition with "The Sketch Game" completed.

Sketch Game Rules
1. One page.
2. You may not use the word “no.”
3. The characters are named A and B.
4. Women, your scripts must start with the line, “I never saw it coming,” and end with “Please, give me your hand.” Men, your first line must be “Please, give me your hand,” and end with “I never saw it coming.”
5. Your inspiration is: starting over.

Who: We are casting 5 Last Laugh Company Members. We are looking for 2 men and 3 women who can act, improvise and write. During the audition we will specifically watch how actors work together as a group. Oh, and unlike the dating scene, your personality really does matter to us. We are also casting about 10 people for the Last Laugh Featured Ensemble. When short films, sketches or shows require more than six people, this group of people will be the well spring from which we draw up our goodness. They will also write sketches and short films.

Rehearsals will start in December and the shows in January and the positions are paid. If there are any additional questions feel free to address them to Justin at thelastlaugh_sf@hotmail.com.

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Chicago Improv Festival 2006 Now taking Submissions

2005-11-14T10:29:02Z

The Chicago Improv Festival is now accepting submissions for 2006! The San Francisco Improv Alliance and the San Francisco Improv Festival is pleased to support CIF 2006!

This year's CIF festival will highlight IMPROV AS THEATER. We will give special attention to Improv's role in the theater process as well as work highlighting the art form's use as a writing tool, teaching medium, and performance avenue. Consideration will be given, not only to the content of a performance, but also it's style, theatrical presentation, overall look and tone, and attempt to advance and refine improvisation for performance to audiences.

Artistic Categories

* Main Stage: shows that can comfortably perform well in a 950 seat theatre \
* Showcase: ensemble improvised shows (long-form, mid-form, or short-form)
* Sketch: ensemble sketch shows
* Duo: two-person improvised or sketch shows
* Solo: one-person improvised or sketch shows
* Fringe: unusual improvised or partially pre-written shows

Where to Submit
All submissions may be emailed to CIF at: jpitts@cif.com Or mailed to:

Chicago Improv Festival
2936 N. Southport Ave., Second Floor
Chicago, IL 60657
Office: 773-935-9810 | Fax: 773-296-0968

For full guideline information on CIF for Bay area ensembles, please go to www.improvalliance.org

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Great Improv Space in The SOMA

2005-11-06T03:06:06Z

The Climate Theater is open for all theater (of any kind! Scripted, Improvisation, Magic and rehearsal) starting January 2006!

Rehersals space: Only $12 and hour

Inexpensive rental for Thurs-Saturdays! The most inexpensive in town.

Theatre is located in The SOMA area. Full lights, sounds, and video available. Great location. Signage available to thousands of drivers from 9th and Folsom.

For more information please contact 415-863-1076 or email the Alliance at improvalliance@gmail.com

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The Improv Alliance and The Talent Pool

2005-10-26T23:59:50Z

The San Francisco Improv Alliance is seeking improv actors for numerous upcoming improv Shows all through the bay area. All of these performances are paying (some way above equity pay) and a lot of fun.

To become a part of a the talent pool, please send your headshot and resume via email to improvalliance@gmail.com

Shaun Landry
Founder
The San Francisco Improv Alliance
www.improvalliance.org

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Long-Form Improv Classes - San Francisco

2005-10-04T04:14:18Z

Lila Theatre, fast becoming the SF Bay Area’s premier home for long-form improvisation.

At the Lila Theatre Training Center, actors study, learn, and perform long-form improvisational theatre. Technique and theory are taught through focused exercises in a supportive, open, and playful environment. Students develop their artistic voice individually and within an ensemble through encouragement and direction from our highly experienced teachers. The training culminates with the student having the skills to perform confidently in a live venue.

Interested students are invited to participate in the first class at an introductory rate of $10. Call to schedule an appointment.

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What our students say:

“Jill Mueller is full of energy, patience, and very supportive. She creates a safe environment in which to take risks, and makes the experience a ton of fun.”

- Jeff Stein, Graduate School of Business, Stanford University
Lila Theatre Training Center Student

"I came away with an ability to engage in the improvisational process in away that I could never imagined possible. Jill has a gift!"

- Nechama Robinson
Lila Theatre Training Center Student

"Jill is truly passionate about her craft and teaching the art of improv. She is a natural at both....What an instinctive and intuitive teacher!"

- Martha Zlaltar, Life Coach
Lila Theatre Training Center Student

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Ongoing Classes: join anytime!

Long-Form Improvisation
Mondays, 7-9:30pm
with Jill Mueller

Harold Performance Lab
Tuesdays, 7-9:30pm
with Jill Mueller

Musical Theatre Improvisation
Wednesdays, 7-9:30pm
with Christopher Eickmann

Tuition: sign-up for as long as you like!

4 weeks = $120
6 weeks = $160
8 weeks = $200

Location: our new home!
Lila Theatre/Off-Market Theaters, Stage 250
965 Mission Street (between 5th and 6th)
San Francisco

Register: call to schedule an appointment!

E-mail classes@lilatheatre.org or Call 415.820.1467 to register.

Limited run classes on special topics, off location training and workshops are offered as events warrant. Go online www.lilatheatre.org for class schedule, detailed course descriptions, and availability.

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Portland Improv Classes?

2005-08-23T18:24:02Z

anyone know any improv comedy classes up in P-town?

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Question Game Tribe

2005-07-21T17:14:35Z

I personally don't really care for the question game, but I recently came across a tribe solely dedicated to it. They have rules on how to play, and I must say, it can be rather fun to read the way they do it. I don't know if I'll join the tribe and get involved, but I figured that some of the obsessed in this tribe might find it interesting...

http://questionsgame.tribe.net/

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Anyone here from Houston?

2005-06-24T21:38:36Z

Just wondering.

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Alphabet Game

2005-06-17T03:27:39Z

Add a phrase, or a sentence or two to the story. You must begin your input with the next chronological letter in the alphabet.

A starts...

A long, long time ago...

B...

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Word Assoc. Con't. (Again.)

2005-06-02T23:53:44Z

(Because my comp. keeps crashing when I try to scroll through so many posts...)

The last one in the previous thread was:

January 24, 2005 - 03:34 PM
Chris

"Chi-gong"
*************************************************************************
(Ummm.)

King Kong.

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question game yet again

2005-06-02T00:32:23Z

is it worth it?

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Big Shinidg at Cal Shakes (slightly improv related...slightly)

2005-06-01T01:54:39Z

Hey everybody,

Wanted to let you know about an event I'm producing.

Friday, June 10th, The Big Shindig at the California Shakespeare Theater.

It's $10 if you're under 30, only a touch more if you're older than 30.

The evening consists of:

Happy Hour during pre-show (free martinis and drinks).
Admission into “Othello” our season opening show.
Party afterwards (drinks and dj)

Go to www.calshakes.org for more info or to make reservations for that night.

Hope to see you there.

Sean

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UCB classes in NYC?

2005-05-27T18:54:07Z

Anyone else studying at UCB? I'm in level five. Hello.

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Free Improv this Sunday night in SF

2005-04-19T10:53:55Z

I produce an improv comedy group called Pharmarsupial, and we're doing a run at the SF Playhouse, on Sutter between Mason and Powell.

I want to offer all the starving improvisers in SF out here free tickets to our show this Sunday night at 8pm.

We've got a great cast hooked up and it's going to be a rocking show. Just show up and say you're from Tribe, and the $15 ticket magically becomes FREE.

again, 8pm
Sunday
SF Playhouse
536 Sutter

hope to see you there!

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Acting Career FAQ - Representation

2005-04-18T13:47:03Z

Agent? Manager? Do It Yourself?

I recently got an email (one of dozens I've gotten on
this subject) asking me if I could - "explain the
difference between an agent and a manager and which
would be better for me to sign with - to get my career
going?"

Here's my answer:

Dear *****,

Neither an agent or a manager can help you "get a
career going."

The concept that a powerful man or woman can step in
and help you skip all the hard work involved in
starting an acting career - is a "fairy tale."

There is no short-cut to the top of show business (or
even to the middle for that matter). There's also no
Great Pumpkin or Easter Bunny.

If it could be done this way, then agents and managers
would simply pick any actor out of the thousands of
headshots they get every week and turn them into stars.

It cannot be done this way - which is why agents are
so unresponsive to unsolicited headshot mailings.

The good ones are pros and they're not going to waste
their valuable time trying to accomplish what they know
cannot be done.

Their businesses are similar - but not the same.

One sells a product. The agent is a sales person for
the product known as YOU. Sales people (agents) judge
their how well their business is going by how much
money they make. A really good sales professional likes
to make lots of money.

If your product is not saleable (one that people aren't
ready to buy yet) then a sales person won't make a lot
of money selling it (you).

Not surprisingly, agents are coldly business-like about
this part. Until you've managed to start your career
yourself (making money as an actor) don't expect any
really good sales people to be interested.

Managers are just what the word implies. The manage
things. Mailings, bookings, transportation, job offers,
promotion - the day to day business of YOU. (But keep
in mind that in most markets, they are precluded
by law from seeking work for you.)

The top managers are usually the top managers because
they manage very successful careers.

In the past two decades the professional manager class
has had its own difficulties with an influx of "bottom
feeders."

The worst of these are outright crooks, whose only goal
is to separate you from you money or your credit card
with no intention of helping you in any way.

Almost as bad are the ineffectual show biz hangers-on
who rent offices and go about the business of "signing"
practically anyone who walks through their door - then
what they do is they send out your pictures to every
little thing listed in the Breakdowns.

It's just postage.

Since these folks are generally clueless themselves,
they will submit you for stuff you aren't right for.
This is a good way to get labeled as a "clueless"
actor by the casting people.

Many young actors are fooled into thinking that they
must have a manager, any manager - that it's "good
business".

It isn't.

In reality you are signing an agreement to give someone
25% (or more) of your income after YOU successfully
ESTABLISH YOURSELF as an actor who makes money.

Bottom feeders spend a great deal of their business day
writing threatening letters to collect money from actors
who have realized their mistake and don't want to pay 25%
of their income for someone to do ineffective mailings.

The big boys (and girls) in the management game, are
just like agents when it comes to money. They want to
manage a "going concern" and they spend all their time
looking for the next "big thing."

Think about that.

Professional managers make a boatload of money when
they manage to sign on with a Vin Diesel or J-Lo - isn't
it reasonable to assume that they are LOOKING ALL THE
TIME. In fact, they hire people to look - they've got
part-time, secret lookers on their payroll.

Believe me, If you have what they want - if you are a
going concern with a name that you've made for yourself
- they know their managing skills will take you to a
whole new level (making LOTS of money) and they get a
big chunk of a LOT - then, believe me, they will seek
you out.

3. Most importantly, as long as you continue to
believe that your main job is looking for someone else
to help you "build" your career -- you won't be spending
enough time doing the crucial things you need to do
yourself to build your own career.

This is a very bad tactic which results in frustration,
wasted years and, ultimately, failure to achieve what
you want.

If you don't concentrate on doing your part it's
unlikely that you will ever build your business into
something big enough to be noticed by a good agent or
a good manager.

In other words, by all means keep looking for a sales
staff, and a management team - but don't neglect your
business while you're doing it.

Hope that helps.

P.S. A lot of you have written to asking me how to get
the free "Hello Pages" (Over 6000 Show Biz contacts -
casting directors, agents, managers, web sites, film
festivals, acting teachers and coaches, etc.)

Here's how it works: Go to my site, scroll down to the
VERY bottom of the home page and click on "FREEBEES."

When you get to the freebees page, sign up for my
free newsletter, Hollywood How-To, which is all about
your acting career and comes to you once a month.

You will get an email from me asking you to "confirm"
your subscription (this is so people won't sign up
other people without permission) when you confirm that
you signed up, you will get another email (in about 24
hours) that gives you the download instructions for
The "Hello Pages."

I know it's a little round-about, but I hate being
accused of sending a famous prepared meat product.

Wouldn't you?

Have a great week and ...

Much Success,

Bob Fraser

***************************************************

Bob is an actor, writer, director and showrunner. You
can find out more about him on IMDb.com or read his
bio on the site.

Bob's amazing new acting career course, You Must Act!
has been called -- "...a blueprint for success in
this industry." and "The Actor's Bible."

Why not check it out today?

http://www.youmustact.com

***************************************************

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Improv Auditions! (San Francisco Bay Area)

2005-04-14T23:43:22Z

The Un-Scripted Theater Company is looking for good-natured, experienced improvisors to perform in THE SHORT & THE LONG OF IT - a unique format that blends the best of short form and long form. The first half is short scenes and games. The audience chooses their favorite and that is developed into a 45-minute long form for the second half.

Short form experience a must; long form experience strongly preferred.

Although this is not a paid position, we promise you'll have lots of fun. We request a commitment from Tuesday, April 26th (first rehearsal) through Saturday, June 25th (last show) but we're flexible. (Rehearsals are mostly on Tues and/or Wed evenings in San Francisco; shows are in San Francisco for Memorial Day Weekend and in Oakland for the rest of the run).

Auditions are Sunday, April 17th in the afternoon and Monday, April 18th in the evening. Location TBA (downtown San Francisco).

To schedule an audition time, send an email to susan@un-scripted.com with your full name and choice of audition dates. More information will be sent to you by email.

Find out more about us at www.un-scripted.com.

The Un-Scripted Theater Company
www.un-scripted.com

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Resumes Now Being Accepted

2005-04-06T16:58:26Z

Resumes Now Being Accepted

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SFIC Improv Classes with Second City/UCB Teachers

2005-04-05T17:10:31Z

SFIC Master Class with Ian Roberts of the Upright Citizens Brigade in April

The San Francisco Improv Co-Operative is pleased to announce a very special Master Class with Ian Roberts, of New York's famous Upright Citizens Brigade. This three hour session will focus on longform improv, and is open to advanced improvisers. Ian studied under Del Close at ImprovOlympic in Chicago, performing there with the legendary improv team, The Family. He performed at Second City - Chicago before the UCB headed to New York for three seasons on Comedy Central and the founding of their own theater in Manhattan.

Tuesday April 19th 2005
7-10pm
The Climate Theaer
285 9th Street @ Folsom 2nd Floor
$60.00 SFIC/TBA/ and University of Berkley Students (with ID)
$80.00 general
sfimprov@gmail.com
www.sfimprovcooperative.com

SFIC Master Class with Second City LA’s David Razowsky in May

David is the Artistic Director of the Second City Los Angeles, the LA satellite of Chicago’s venerable comedy venue. David has written and performed in ten Second City Chicago revues, as well as having directed Second City Mainstage’s No, Seriously, We’re All Gonna Die, Second City LA’s Encino Evil, The Second City Untitled Project, The Second City Detroit's acclaimed 19th Nervous Breakdown, and The Second City National Touring Company. He directed two of Amsterdam’s Boom Chicago theatre’s productions-Rock Stars, and their critically acclaimed Live at the Leidseplein - Your Privacy is Our Business. Both Boom shows were remounted for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

He is a co-founder of The Annoyance Theatre, and has written for The Simpsons Comic, The Simpsons nationally syndicated Sunday comic strip, and was commissioned to write a film treatment for The Simpsons’ creator Matt Groening. David is the voice of Dixon, the world’s coolest adult, in ABC’s animated series, The Weekenders, and has appeared on Spin City, Roseanne, and Late Night with David Letterman as the voice of Albert Brook’s parrot.

Saturday May 21st Noon - 4
Sunday May 22: 1-5pm
The Climate Theater
285 9th Street @ Folsom
$50.00 SFIC/TBA/ and University of Berkley Students (with ID)
$100.00 General
SFIC/TBA: 50.00
(415) 863-1076 for reservations
sfimprov@gmail.com
www.sfimprovcooperative.com

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Acting Career FAQ - The "Killer" Monologue

2005-04-03T18:55:48Z

By Bob Fraser

One tool every actor must have in the tool kit, at all
times, is a polished, prepared monologue. (Or 2)

In fact, very successful actors learn and practice
several -- to be ready for different sorts of audition
circumstances: In office, on stage, at a rehearsal hall,
on-camera, etc.

What every actor wants (and needs) is a "killer" monologue.

So here are the first steps in my M.O. (modus operandi)
when it comes to finding and performing a "killer."

First, think outside the box.

It seems to me that many of these books I see at Samuel
French with titles like 50 Monologues for Actors or
Monologues For Women, are used to death. In other words,
everyone has heard and seen the monologues from the
monologue books dozens, if not hundreds, of times. I could
be wrong about this -- but I'm probably not. This makes
this material "iffy" in terms of it's professional (or
collegiate level) usefulness.

You need something to "hook" the kind of viewer you will
be performing in front of. Usually a hard-bitten pro.

I would suggest that your goal is to find something that
nobody else is doing. Something casting directors, agents,
managers, directors and acting school admission people
haven't seen over and over again. With real work, you could
probably come up with something they've NEVER seen before.

This is good because they will then be paying attention to
the TOTALITY of your presentation. It's hard to be picky
when you're "hooked." It's your job to "hook" them.

Start by searching in places other people are not
searching. (Here's a hint: There are no undiscovered
Shakespearean monologues.)

There are many possible sources for monologues that are
off the beaten path. For instance, I recently saw a small
piece on the net, ostensibly written by an 8 year old
called "Explaining God." One of my newsletter subscribers
has two young boys who are actors and so I sent this along
to her as possible monologue material.

As it turns out, she had seen the piece several times in
her email box, but had not thought of it as a monologue.
She (and her boys) loved it. I'm sure the casting people
will love it too.

Here are some good places to look for material:

Court TV. Some of these trials have some fascinating
characters "in extremis." Get out the tape recorder and
adapt.

Books. One great thing about novels is that the characters
often talk at length and when they do – it's usually
something dramatic.

Old movies. Again, the writers of the older films were
allowed to go on a bit. Use your recorder to capture
these gems.

Interviews. There are many newspaper and magazine stories
where the subject is interviewed and tells a good story.
Or even do your own interviews with people (with the trusty
tape recorder). Ask them how they met their spouse. What
childbirth was like. What did they do in the war.

An often overlooked source of first person writing is the
autobiography. If you're looking for a funny monologue you
could do worse than finding the books written by funny
people and digging for gold.

Drama and memory pieces are even more available in the
great bulk of autobiographies.

While you look, keep in mind the three main things every
performance monologue MUST contain:

Story.
Character.
Emotional impact.

In fact, the successful monologue will be just like a
successful movie or play. It will contain a beginning, a
middle and an end. A good way to accomplish the mind-set
of a good monologist is to start thinking like a comedian.
A well structured joke contains all the elements of a
full length entertainment.

Remember, you've got two minutes, (or less) so make the best
of every second.

Story. Don't make the mistake of thinking that the viewer
has any information up front. They don't. So your choice
has to contain the entire story. The opening line or two
should set up the whole piece. Hook us. Give us the back
story. Tell us who the character is.

The next line or two should present the dilemma, the
conflict.

The end should always be a "snapper."

The punchline of a monologue is extremely important. Keep
looking until you find a good one. I'm not talking "joke"
here. I'm talking about the "exit" line. "The button." The
last thing you say (and do).

Character. It's critical to realize that the closer the
character is to you, the better the result of your
monologue will be. If you're a teen-ager, the character
should be a teen-ager. If you're a bald old man ... well,
if you're a bald old man, I'm sure you get the idea. The
other important point about character is this: You are a
human being. You qualify as a character. Don't forget that.

Emotional Impact. The key to a successful monologue is
its ability to evoke an emotional response in the viewer.
This can be sadness, anger, happiness, memory, laughter,
etc. And allow me to repeat; it's terribly important that
the piece you pick has an impact on ... the viewer.

Too many actors look for something that allows them to act
out an emotional state. This is a bad tactic. The emotion
of the actor is not "the goods." It's how the viewer reacts
that counts. Watching you cry or emote in my office is not
going to be that interesting. If, however, I cry (or laugh)
while watching your "presentation," you win -- Big Time.

Ignore this important "sales" tactic involved in the
choosing of your monologue material -- at your own risk.

Performance. I suggest that you find some good "in one"
performances and study them. A few I would suggest are
"Mark Twain Tonight" with Hal Holbrook, the Whoopi
Goldberg play (the one where she was discovered) and Bill
Cosby "By Himself." Richard Pryor also has some amazing
techniques and he is very much worth studying.

In fact, if you want to really get good at doing monologues,
you should make a study of all the "one man shows" that were
good enough to end up on tape or DVD.

Don't forget that the entire purpose of your monologue
is to show off your "chops." It might be a good idea to work
on those "chops" – so do your homework.

Which means ...

Practice. It is not sufficient to memorize the words and
think you've accomplished the job. As with any performance
you should rehearse until it becomes second nature. Do
yourself a big favor and try out your choices on other people.
Find a friend you trust (not a 'critic') and get feedback.
Return the favor by watching your friend's monologue. Team
up, collaborate, and get better results.

Let's review: Choose wisely. Think outside the box. Tell a
story. Reveal a character. Evoke an emotion in the viewer.
Have a "closer." Practice and perform.

Repeat.

As with any of the tasks facing an actor, doing this right
isn't easy. In fact, it's pretty hard. But if you want to
have a successful monologue you've got to be willing to do
the hard work. Your monologue is one of the few chances you
will get to impress a casting director or agent – it's your
job to make sure it's spectacular. And success will always
be a result of the work you put in to make it a polished
professional package.

Work hard at it. Take the amount of time it takes to do it
properly. The "amazing" results of hard, careful, work --
cannot be stressed enough.

Now get out there and hunt down that "killer." And ...
be careful out there.

************************************************************

Bob Fraser is an actor, writer, producer, director and author
of You Must Act! The Acting Career Course On Your Computer.

If you liked this article you might want to check out Bob's
other articles about acting professionally -- at his site:

http://www.youmustact.com/articlearchives.html

Be sure to click on the FREEBEES link before you leave.

© Copyright Bob Fraser Productions

http://www.youmustact.com

************************************************************

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Do you like it wet?

2005-03-30T20:44:06Z

Ok, Shameless show promoting here:
I'm performing at the Off Market Theater in San Francisco!

Come see:

Submergency!
Improvisation like you've never seen it before. Compellling storylines. Improv games. And squirtguns. All at the same time.
Come see some of San Francisco's most talented improvisors challenge the boundaries of improv. With water!

Upcoming shows:
Thursday, March 30, 8pm
Friday, April 1, 10:30pm
Friday, April 8, 10:30pm
Friday, April 15, 10:30pm
Friday, April 22, 10:30pm
Friday, April 29, 10:30pm

Tickets $10 (I can get comps for early in the run... so come opening! For free! Send me a message to get on the list!)

Off-Market Theater
965 Mission St (between 5th and 6th)
(415) 896-6477
www.offmarkettheater.com/submergency

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dance for veggie power- APHRODESIA @ ELBO ROOM THIS FRIDAY

2005-03-08T01:55:43Z

Aphrodesia’s “Veggie Oil Power Fundraiser” Friday, March 11 at the Elbo Room, San Francisco

Aphrodesia, the explosive San Francisco-based afrobeat ensemble that made national headlines last summer by driving cross country in a vegetable oil-powered bus as part of the “Just Vote Tour”, will headline a “Veggie Oil Power Fundraiser” on March 11 at the Elbo Room in San Francisco. All the band’s proceeds from the show will go towards its new vegetable oil powered bus, a converted city transit bus from Santa Clarita, California.

Born in San Francisco a little over two years ago, the 11-member Aphrodesia has won national accolades both for its music and its commitment to social activism. The East Bay Express picked the band’s first CD, “Shackrobeat Vol. 1”, as one of its top albums of 2003, and the band’s live performances have earned raves everywhere from the pages of Global Rhythm Magazine to Jambase.com. Meanwhile, the band’s “Just Vote Tour”, a nationwide voter registration-themed tour focusing primarily on swing states and landing in New York City during the Republican National Convention, deposited the band on the cover of USA Today, and the Bay Area-based Common Ground Magazine featured the band on its cover because of its commitment to driving on alternative fuel.

The band’s habit of driving in a vegetable oil-powered vehicle is more than just window dressing. “We want to walk the walk as well as talk the talk,” explains founder and bassist Ezra Gale. “We can’t be anti-war and pro-environment and drive around in a big petroleum-fueled tour bus,” he adds.

Aphrodesia’s old bus, a converted airport shuttle bus nicknamed the “Votemobile” for the cross-country ‘Just Vote Tour’, carried the band at least 10,000 miles solely on vegetable oil. The band plans to continue that tradition in its new bus, which is equipped with 300-gallon vegetable oil tanks and is considerably better suited to carrying a band of Aphrodesia’s size. To help pay the costs of the new bus and of converting it to run on vegetable oil, the band is throwing a “Veggie Oil Power Fundraiser” at the Elbo Room on March 11, with all proceeds going towards the cost of the new bus.

“Veggie Oil Power Fundraiser” featuring Aphrodesia with DJ Oaty Love, Friday, March 11, at the Elbo Room, 647 Valencia,, SF, (415) 552-7788, 10PM- 2 AM; $7-$20 donation requested.

Aphrodesia contact- Ezra Gale (415) 205-3914; David Sartore (415) 867-0957

Aphrodesia- www.aphrodesia.org

Elbo Room- www.elbo.com

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Talent, Staff, and Crew Call - National

2005-02-24T08:36:00Z

Talent, Staff, and Crew Call - National

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Professional and intern resumes are being accepted for FREE inclusion in the Gigdirectory.net classifieds resume libraries. All arts and media talent, staff, crew, management, and design personnel in all areas of film, theater, music, live production, radio, digital media, fine arts, literary, and television.

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Improv classes/open jams calendars Add your links/times info to this thread

2005-02-12T08:50:41Z

Let's collect as many links here as we can! Respond to this thread with links to websites for classes or just start your own class or jam by saying when and where and how to get a hold of you. Rage on!

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Long Form Improv Auditions - San Francisco

2005-02-10T21:17:36Z

The Un-Scripted Theater Company is looking for good-natured, experienced improvisors to perform in a new improv format, Love At First Sight: An Improvised Romantic Comedy. The show runs from April 1 to April 30, Friday and Saturdays, at San Francisco's Off-Market Theater.

For this show we are looking for improvisors who can have fun but also can stay in character, play within the style, and commit fully to their acting. In preparation for the show, we will be studying a variety of romantic comedy types, ranging from Screwball to Doris Day to contemporary. Prior knowledge of these genres is not necessary, but long form improv experience is a strong plus.

Although this is not a paid position, we promise you will enjoy yourself! Rehearsals are once a week (mostly on Tuesday nights), and we request a commitment from March 1 (when rehearsals begin) through April 30. Rehearsals and shows are in San Francisco.

Auditions are Monday, February 21, in the evening and Tuesday, February 22, in the evening. Location TBA (but it will be in downtown San Francisco). To schedule an audition time, send an email to glenn@un-scripted.com with your full name and choice of audition dates. We will send you more information by email. Thanks!

Find out more about us at www.un-scripted.com.

thanks!

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Improv Class In The Bay Area

2005-02-06T02:21:43Z

Hey everybody,

In all honesty, this is me shilling for my improv class.

I'm Sean Daniels from over at Cal Shakes. Before I moved out here, I co-founded and ran an improv theatre in Atlanta (Dad's Garage Theatre Company) for 9 years.

Dad's won best improv troupe for the past 5 years, and I've taught improv there and a slew of regional theatres around the country.

So....I'm teaching an improv class over at Cal Shakes, so if you happen to know anyone who would be interested, please feel free to pass the info on or have them contact me.

http://www.calshakes.org/v4/education/programs.html#winter3

Thanks a ton!

Sean

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Great Improv

2005-02-01T21:32:22Z

Between Thursday nights Improv Revolution last week and last nights SFIC Monday night Jam I don't think I will see better Improv for a long time. Everybody did a great job.

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Recommend Peninsula / South Bay improv school?

2005-01-29T04:28:50Z

Hi all,

If anyone's taken improv classes on the SF Bay peninsula or south bay that you would recommend, I woud love to hear about them.

Thanks,

Susie

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word association continued

2005-01-24T23:34:46Z

One word at a time- whatever pops into your mind...
Starting with:

oats

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SF Sketchfest

2005-01-24T22:06:55Z

Anyone going this week?

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Have You Heard of the San Francisco Improv Revolution?

2005-01-23T19:27:28Z

San Francisco's Best and Brightest Improvisors join forces to bring you a unique theatrical uprising. Each night there is a rotating performance from the Bay Area's preeminent improv companies.

This insurgency is led by Johnathan Caplan in association with C.A.F.E.

For more information, check out http://www.cafearts.com

415-896-6477

There is a $10 admission w/sliding scale for improvisors and actors)

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question game continued

2005-01-22T14:16:10Z

What does the 'B' stand for?

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Warm up game

2004-12-11T21:54:59Z

Looking for a good, physical & verbal warm up game for a group of actors working on a murder mystery play. Any suggestions?
Thanks,
L

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LA improvers

2004-11-10T18:07:02Z

looking to put another improv group together
or peeps to play games with once a week.....

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question game

2004-10-08T00:44:13Z

where am i?

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Word association

2004-10-05T21:48:29Z

One word at a time- whatever pops into your mind...
Starting with:

flight

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off the top

2004-09-28T12:40:11Z

Hi, I am assistant directing an improv troup at my school called off the top and I was wondering if anyone had some suggestions for interesting and different games, that are not done at ever single imporv event you have ever been to.

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New News

2004-09-23T20:25:41Z

Hey,

Having enjoyed your various delirium, I have decided to join you....

Living in Paris, France, I am a theatre director who is preparing to light a new fire under some of these conservative French actors' derrières! I have a long and sordid ;-) history of improvisation in my home town of (do I really have to admit it?) Los Angeles... having produced several long-running troups back in the (oh, god, do I really have to admit this too?) 80's (cringe) as well as ventures at the Comedy Store, etc. etc.....

What I really wanted to know... (after all that decidedly un-illicited info) is:

Aside from the usual types of scenes/exercises/games, etc. what is new and news and very appreciated and done nowadays in this field? I am far too familiar with the standards, and am looking to expand the my game repetoire...

Thanks for the feedback!

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Statement Game

2004-09-21T21:00:26Z

Much like the question game... only with this, you have to give a three word statement, related only to the last statement. So, it is a mix of the question game and word association. Enjoy!

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Long Form Scene Signals

2004-08-26T17:11:54Z

At the Chicago Improv Festival earlier this year, I noticed that some long form groups used a single loud CLAP to signal the end of a scene and the beginning of the other, while other groups (usually the ones that had been around longer) just flowed from one scene to the next without any external communication to the audience. I know the overall goal is to get things flowing as naturally as possible without any kind of interruption, but the use of the clap/signal seems like a good way for new improvisers to help control scene length and focus. Is this technique actually taught to beginning long form improvisers, or is it something a lot of groups just do at first until they know each other enough to pick up on when someone is about to end the scene and do something completely different? And if signaling is taught, is there a formal name to the technique? Any info appreciated, thanks.

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need CCHCHHHSCH brains

2004-08-04T09:52:39Z

its a new project, what´ll we do?
hmmmmmmmmmmmm
is this inspiring for anyone?

October 15th, 2004
1pm GMT (greenwich mean time)
where ever you are
you have a mission
to be your own superhero
whatever time,
whatever place,
and make someone laugh with your political commentary
BUT THEY HAVE TO LAUGH
please brainstorm with the group campers, cuz we all need help. No superhero is an island!
cccchchchchchhchchhc over and out!! ccmchcchhchchch

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TFM This Weekend?

2004-06-15T21:07:54Z

Any Bay Area folks feel like going to see the phenomenal True Fiction Magazine perform in San Francisco this Friday or Sat night?

http://www.truefictionmagazine.com
Cost: $15
8:00 at the Next Stage Theater

Send me a note and we can coordinate!

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San Francisco Climate Theater - Monday Night Improv Jam

2004-06-09T23:45:07Z

The San Francisco Improv Cooperative has a fun Monday night jam at Climate Theater which is at 285 9th Street and Folsom. I participated a couple of weeks ago, and everyone who wants to is encouraged to get up with these bad boyz and girlz and give 'em what you've got...

I am a novice, and many of these folks are the pros, but it is fun to get your improv on at the Climate Theater on Monday nights no matter what level you are at with your improv.

The Tel # is: 415-863-1076
http://www.sfimprovcooperative.com
( 5 bucks to play or to just kick back and bust a gut laughin')

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Life is improvised

2004-05-26T22:53:27Z

I am convinced that improv is one of the best personal growth and development tools I've ever encountered. I'm curious how other people's lives have been affected by improvisation.

Share any stories of your life being better because you improvise.

-g

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Group Story

2004-05-20T17:21:20Z

Ever play the Group Story game at an improv class? Its usually done one word at a time but I think one sentence would work better in this medium.

Rules:
-One (brief)sentence maximum each post
-someone should respond to your post before you post again

Suggestions:
-keep it simple and try not to bring in too many elements
-Don't over think...its "Improv"
-Post the previous sentences into your post once in a while

Here we go:

There once was a boy that lived in a land far far away.

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Anyone coming out to CIF?

2004-05-19T14:58:48Z

Just curious if anyone is coming out this year? Anyone go to DSIF this year?

Inda

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Tribe as improv

2004-05-09T06:47:38Z

While it is great that within this tribe we have played some improv games within the medium, I am interested in a discussion about the whole improvisational concept of social software networks, or Tribe in particular.

Are social software networks reliant on the improvisational skills of its members? When a user is reading a post, then hits that REPLY TO POST button, are they behaving impulsively, thoughtfully, or improvastionally?

Discuss!

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a pitch for an improv class

2004-05-08T03:47:06Z

This is an invitation to take the improv classes I lead.

My name is Goose Duarte and I have been teaching improv for ten years. I'm also a life coach and have been involved in personal development programs for over five years.

I have combined some of the best techniques I've encountered during my involvement in personal growth programs and the teaching style of improvisation to create an improv class that can accelerate your learning, strenghten your confidence, help you make your relationships flourish and empower you to become the person you have always wanted ot be.

The program is called Arete Games (Arete is the greek word for excellence). There are three different classes, each with it's unique perspective and focus. The first one focuses on aptitude and attitude, eliminating the inner critic, and resolving the barriers to success in life. The second one is about communications and relationships. And the third one is about creating the life of your dreams.

If this sounds interesting, please check out the website at:
www.aretecenter.com/index.php?content=aretegames

Feel free to send me a note or call me with any questions:

Thank you

love,
Goose
goose@aretecenter.com
(415) 517-6900

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Improv Class in SF?

2004-05-03T17:26:24Z

I am looking for a kick ass Improv Class in SF. Any favorites?

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Invitation + introduction

2004-05-01T20:15:08Z

Hello!
I am new to Tribe and look forward to networking with others in the Bay Area. I am an actress by profession and have a great passion for film acting in particular.

See my Demo Reel online at: http://www.nowcasting.com/glorindamarie

I am also the Leader for SF Indieclub - a networking organization for filmmakers, crew and talent. I had founded our local chapter a couple of years ago and since then we have grown to include over 950+ film industry professionals in the SF Bay Area. We hold quarterly meetings and have a 'job posting' forum for our members. i would love to extend an invitation to all of you to stay in the loop and join us! Indieclub is completely free to join!!! Join our SF Chapter.

Here are the directions:
YOUR INVITED TO JOIN INDIECLUB!

Indieclub networks filmmakers, crew and talent. There are over 21,000 members worldwide and 87 local Indieclub chapters.

Once you register at the home site: http://www.indieclub.com - be sure to join our local ‘San Francisco Chapter’. We are the largest and most active Indieclub Chapter in the world! We have over 950+ members! Joining our local chapter is the only way to stay in the loop and receive our Bay Area meeting information, Film/DV industry related news, job opportunities and much more. Best of all, it is FREE to join!

DIRECTIONS to JOIN:
Go to http://www.indieclub.com
Register by typing in your profile. (Actor, Director, Producer, Editor,…)
Describe your interests and experience in the filmmaking process in your profile. You may also add your photo. Once you register, you will be a worldwide member in the Indieclub system.

NOW: in order to receive local meeting and networking news you MUST also do the following:
SO - Once again - Go to: http://www.indieclub.com
Now that your profile is already in the system:
Click on "Local Groups In Your Area "
Select ‘San Francisco’ and ‘Join’.

Once you do so, you will also qualify to be included in our exclusive Indiechat yahoo group – our job posting forum.

This special Indiechat link is given to our local SF Indieclub only and is a free self posting forum exclusive for our local members.

Stay in the loop, and join us today!

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LA improv

2004-04-06T14:35:58Z

I am looking for drop-in improv weekly workshops in LA area. I used to go to one on Saturdays at Ft. Mason in San Francisco (it was v. convenient,great price, good work) and would like something similar in LA.

Although I was tossed out of the group on the first night of the one LA group I tried, please don't take that as a reflection on me or my abilities! (They just didn't *get* me! heh). I am much less a SF'an now and more an Angeleno, so I think I won't seem so "other" if I drop into your group.

However, it seems that improv in LA is serious business (anything performance-related is here), so I have not been able to find anything that is not super spending, super serious, super structured... I am not a performer, just play one in improv class!

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Group Story #2

2004-04-06T02:57:54Z

This story game was an excellent suggestion. I presume we can now have many stories =)

Story #2
Once upon a time there was a tribe of people who gathered around a shared interest in improvisation.

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Rhyming Couplets

2004-04-05T14:42:38Z

Just as I was to throw down the glove
I found a tribe, so fond of improv

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