Givin' Props

[sammy]

Welcome to the Givin' Props thread!

Give props to whatever improv group that deserves it. One caveat--you cannot be a member or the director of that ensemble.

[sammy]

I'd like to give props to Duchess (http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=59571699). They are playful, funny and silly. Do yourself a favor and check out these ladies whenever you get a chance.

[moon_shoes]

I would like to give props to Revolver. Not only do I enjoy every show they do, I learn something.

[rachelblewis]

Deep Schwa deserves some props. I hadn't seen them in awhile, and then I saw them last night. Wow, they really work well together, discover the game of the scene immediately and then play it out perfectly.

Go Deep Schwa.

[Frymire]

The independent team Kittyhawk consistently puts up a solid show.

The Fling (not sure if that is an independent team or Playground team) rock my socks with their form "A History of Violence".

[timryder]

Props to The R&D Project (Rance and Deanna), who turned in a brilliantly creative showing at last night's Dual Duel.

10 minutes of glory. And they spoke not a word. Nice work, R&D.

[Telfer]

Chewties! had a show at the Playground a couple weeks ago and it was awesome. There were only 3 of them (I don't know how many people are usually on the team) but they handled edits and transformations really well and kept the energy way up.

[Urlakis]

I also want to give props to the independent team Kittyhawk. I've seen these guys do their current form (basically an improvised one-act) around four times now and they consistently knock it out of the park.

[EdO]

I also want to give props to the independent team Kittyhawk.

How else they gonna get that consarned contraption off the ground?

[moon_shoes]

I would also like to hand props to Our Feature Presentation AKA The Movie @ io.

Ive seen their show several times now and I absolutely love the integration of long form and a film. They really attack everything.

[davidson]

Both teams put on really great performances last night at iO in general but it was their group games that gave me the most joy.

MF had a game, more of a group scene, about a Jewish scavenger hunt that was built line by line by the team and at one point caused me to choke on my drink.

JRB had a game paid homage to their suggestion of Monty Python with dancing letters of the ACT test. They brought down the house.

Nice work!

[Bowman]

I second davidson's nomination. Both teams played extremely well together. (Let's not forget the JRB "American Idol" scenes. Merely forming the judging panel made me giggle like a small girl.)

[brooklyn]

The Reckoning. amen.

[HKREMER]

Double Amen to The Reckoning.

Also, Deep Schwa has been awesome the past month. Carl and the Passions rule also.

holla!

[POPS]

Props to JRB, Otis, and Cougars 4 Life!

respect my gangsta-
POPS

[LoLo]

i want to give props to international stinger! they had an awesome show tonight at the playground and i really like their new form. patient, hilarious scenework.

[Mandi]

I can't believe nobody has given props to Felt yet.

Those little puppets rock my world.

[carebear]

I'd like to give props to Talking Funny from CAN TV. I've never seen it live, but I have watched a couple of episodes from their website and I love it. Its totally addictive. There must be something in those TV waves that makes you incapable of looking away. Stevie G and Company have silly down pat. I love the games and the characters (that armie the octopus KILLS me). I know that show must be so much work, but its so worth it. Congrats, dudes.
Carrie
=)

[moon_shoes]

Signatures! In Raleigh, NC this weekend they had one of the best improv shows I have seen. I wanted to hug them all afterwards.

Otis too, really good good stuff. They made me so very happy.

[Ozone]

Deep Schwa. Geezis, that looks fun. This team may have the best chemistry of any at iO. Last night's show made ME funnier--I'm sure of it. Anyone who was there watching is now funnier.

[Mel Evans]

I second the Signatures. Their North Carolina show was amazingly hilarious.

[Chip]

Gotta chime in with my love for the Signatures after their Saturday night show in NC. They picked that carcass clean.

-Chip

[ladym]

Gotta chime in with my love for the Signatures after their Saturday night show in NC. They picked that carcass clean.

-Chip


YEAH!!!this rules!!!!

[Ldub]

I've gotta give props to the Signatures as well. I never stopped laughing through the whole show.

You guys give each other such great gifts on stage. Awesome awesome stuff in NC! :D

[rdolan]

everyone had good shows in nc, but the signatures on saturday and chicago sashay on friday were hilarious.

fun weekend.

[LoLo]

topaz was really funny last night. ribbon dick...made me laugh very hard.

[Rex]

BFA (Butt Fuck All-Stars) play fast and attack.

They play fast enough that they are still able to make discoveries, surprise themselves and surprise each other, rather than waiting in a slow scene for something to happen to them.

They may seem irreverent, but you can't forget how hard and fast they are playing. Obviously they care about it and are working hard and the shows that I've seen pop out are good.

[sammy]

Not that they need any props, but I wholeheartedly loved Quartet (Craig Cackowski, Bob Dassie, Rich Talarico and Stephanie Weir), WeirDass (Dassie and Weir) and Trio (Dassie, Talarico and Weir).

It's scary when the folks you worshipped as a student and watched over the years seem to be even better than they were before.

How the heck am I ever supposed catch these jokers. sheesh. ;)

[Fooomfh]

i've got to second Sammy about those three. i didn't have much of a chance to watch them before they left Chicago, but i've seen them every time they've come back. i can't imagine seeing a show like that on a weekly basis.

they're just so patient. Talarico didn't speak for the first two minutes of the Trio show. there was no rush. their goals during the show are admirable. it's such a treat to watch.

Talarico buying condoms and all those knick-knacks at the gas station in the Trio show?


i also recently saw a Revolver show that i really liked. i think they have good group work and they respect each other's individuality by letting odd things play out.

[Shotts]

Talarico buying condoms and all those knick-knacks at the gas station in the Trio show?
So funny. That list was endless. And just when I thought he was out of stuff?

"... and an Eyeglasses Repair Kit."

I shat myself. So great.

[Stacey]

Holy crap, yes! I agree - Sammy, they just keep getting better and better and better...

Oh man! Thanks for the reminder about the check out line scene...so funny.

I have add to this thread Stephnie's plastic surgery character in Weirdass. C'mon! The way she made her face look like it had plastic surgery, and then half of it fell while half stayed frozen, the when Bob "tweaked it" and it got too tight, then back to the first?

Insane.

I wish I could watch them every week.

Sigh.

[Eckart]

So funny. That list was endless. And just when I thought he was out of stuff?



I shat myself. So great.

Trio was fantastic...just wonderful work.

Rich's condom objectwork was hilarous too...pure slapstick. I also enjoyed his bit with the ring. Deft. Quite deft.

[sammy]

Guess who sees a lot of shows?

This guy.

Props to Brad Renfro (Ed Illades and Jason Shotts). Hilarious, grounded (fish sticks aside) and engaging to watch.

Also, props to Double Date (Andy Carey, Kat Gotsick, Lisa Linke, Roger Payton). I go out of my way to catch DD shows...one of the few shows where the characters, their lives and their shared histories are persistent and consistent from show to show. Treat yourself won't you?

[sammy]

Overdue props to Malice's 3-man show (Paul Brittain, Todd Edwards and Dave Gilley). A single 30-minute scene about 3 brothers left alone at home. Absolutely hilarious.

Props, yet again, to Double Date (Andy Carey, Kat Gotsick, Lisa Linke, Roger Payton) with their "sleepover" show at the Playground Marathon.

Big props to Tigers of Macedonia, Radar-7, Wing Night and The Riot! for bringing the energy and hilarity in the wee hours of the morning of the marathon. They owned the house. OWNED it.

Big props to the PG Anniversary committee. No way I could have, or would have wanted to, coordinate everything you guys dealt with last week. Thanks for keeping things running smoothly.

[Wendy!]

What a great time and a great ending to the week's Playground Anniversary celebration! The first show with the mainstage cast killed as did the Annoyance/ComedySportz and then the stage was all warmed up for iO rockstars.

Awesome shows, awesome week! Thank you to everyone who supported!!!

[Rance Rizzutto]

Major props to all of the 10pm iO shows last night. Aphasia, Blatzberg, and the Husbands.

Fun stuff. Especially the impromptu rave scene when the air compressor for the soda behind the bar started freaking out.

[Ldub]

Props to Virgin Daquiri - it's great and inspiring to watch such amazing female improvisers. I loved all the crazy characters last night and hearing Emily use the word "cooter." :)

Props to Felt - as always, you guys had an awesome show last night. Even as puppets, your give and take is great! And I love how the puppets keep getting smaller and smaller.

And lastly, props to Beau- I loved your story last night. You are an incredible writer:)

[DiMarco]

Taj Mahal and Oates at The Playground last night were great.

Both the fraternity and kid ninja scenes played out hilariously.

[moon_shoes]

Props to Very Real Cops! Their show last night was terrific.

Their current run involves each of them doing a new solo show every week, then a guest team, then an awesome video, then their show.

Rizzo's solo stuff last night was beautiful.

A very well put together evening and awesome performances all around.

[Run]

I haven't watched improv in months. Needed a break. I have seen quite a bit of stand-up lately and I have loved what I've seen. There is some great comedic talent in this city. And it's not found at the usual suspect places if you know what I mean. Unfortunately, I don't have any names to drop. But if you are doing stand-up and are funny I'm probably talking about you.

-Jonesy

[LaniandEmi]

No one.


:confused::(:):rolleyes:<<<<< DUDES!? Get lost.

[sammy]

Cowlick.

Damn, they make me laugh.

And iTeam.

Off to a solid start from the get go.

rawk on.

[rene]

Ditto to sammy. Cowlick is probably my fav group at the PG.

[Sri_Casimir]

The Skeleton Attack show last night was one of the best iO shows I've seen in a while. Just beautiful to watch from beginning to end, it's sad to know that it's their swan song. They will be missed...

[jdoolsiu]

Agreed.
"Skeleton Attack" played brilliantly. Mark's move early in the show, the opening with the attacking fish, and Henning's fantastic song were just SOME of the highlights.

Easily one of the best shows I've seen in awhile.
They'll be missed.

[hannahloulou]

They had such a great show tonite!
This planetary thing--really really cool and these scenes that would map over each other in this cool way.
They're my favorite!

[ryandee]

I would like to send some love to Matt Barberra

The PG is in way better shape than it was a couple of years ago. There were tons of people involved with this (Speedy, Hendo, the new house managers) but I would like to send some special love to Barberra for all of the hard work he has put in for the PG. Most of it is unseen but he does tons.

Good job, Matt!

[Omega]

I agree, Barbara has been awesome to me over the years and in the past year especially. Great work!

[alikat]

Aww, a props thread! I haven't been on the new boards yet really.

Just have to add that, after seeing only bits & pieces, I finally saw all of the SC Mainstage show last night. Huge props. It's one of the best I've seen.
And mad props to Brian Gallivan who has his last night tonight!!

[Amharclann]

What?? Where is Brian Gallivan going?

[hannahloulou]

Airbourne tonite and Whiskey Rebellion had great shows. WR was their first show together and everyone said they had met backstage--really awesome work kids!

[Stacey]

Brian is moving to LA. He has done four mainstage shows and is ready to make it big elsewhere.

I think he will.

[Fenstermaker]

Thanks to Sammy and everyone who organized, worked, attended and played at last night's Close to Del Marathon. It was a super fun night!!!

[Ldub]

The Reckoning last night. The opening - scene painting and asking the audience politely to bear with them as they describe a room. Group scene where the cable is out and the family discusses films since they have nothing to watch on tv. You know what, just too many great scenes to list. Thanks Reckoning for always reminding me why I love improv so much. You guys are greatness:)

[Amharclann]

Brian is moving to LA. He has done four mainstage shows and is ready to make it big elsewhere.

I think he will.

Me too... But Brian, I never said you could go. I told you to come to Chicago. The very least you can do is wait for me to dismiss you.

[BJT]

Dave Ries
No matter what he does, I always find it funny.

[Biddle]

Dave Ries
No matter what he does, I always find it funny.

I absolutely agree.
Dave is one of those guys that I could happily watch do anything onstage. He's clearly loves improvising and that really translates into what he's doing.

Love that guy.

COB

[ryandee]

I love Dave Ries too.

Whenever I see that he's in a show I tickles my excitement muscle.

[sammy]

Please tickle your muscle at home, not at the Playground.
(http://www.chicagoimprov.org/showthread.php?t=605)

[jorin]

I saw Alpine Rescue @ iO last night for the third time, and I've really enjoyed all those shows.

They're only a couple schedules in, so I think they're early in working out the mechanics of navigating shows, but it's a bunch of talented, likable people -- the kind of improvisor you watch and think "I think it would be rewarding to have a conversation with that person".

[sammy]

Once again, Double Date (this time Roger Payton and Kat Gotsick).

Great improv. Funny as hell.

[DeWalt]

Airbourne tonite and Whiskey Rebellion had great shows. WR was their first show together and everyone said they had met backstage--really awesome work kids!

Thanks Hannah! Our name is actually Triangle Offense (for now) and we did all meet backstage for our first show! We had a lot of fun experimenting with each other and I am excited about everyone on the team - even the coach (Manley).

Whiskey Rebellion is another new team that I want to give props so it's a great transition.

The real WR has been rehearsing for two months, twice a week, and they are made from two levels of past 5B grads. They are all SO funny and solid and what makes them great is how strong and together they were in their first show a week ago Wed. (opening for Felt). It was literally one of the best harolds I'd ever seen and that's not just because it was a new team's first show - like it was one of the best shows by anybody in a real long time - I am SO excited about Whiskey Rebellion.

[benjohnson]

I'd like to give Jon DeWalt props on his self-prop in the Givin' Props thread.

[DeWalt]

& I'd like to give Ben Johnson props for being on his cell last night on Clark and not waving at me when I waved and walked past him.

[kremidas]

I'd like to give props to...

http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i243/pkremida/Mike_Johnson.jpg

MIKE JOHNSON!

Mike Johnson, though his name is boring, is DEFINITLY NOT BORING.

At the Playground, Mike currently plays on MORT, DSI and can be seen hosting Open Court some evenings. If you've ever seen Mike Johnson host, then you know that Mike Johnson is like a wicked good host. He is king host.

He is a very funny and skilled player, who makes smart form moves that drive shows. He great fun to play with and is such a generous performer.

Here's a picture of him dressed as a clown...

http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i243/pkremida/Mike_Johnson_Clown.jpg

Slow down, Mike Johnson! Whoa!

Mike has studied at iO, Second City, Comedy Sportz, and the annoyance. At CSZ he plays on the BattleProv team Thunderthieves. He currently coaches the playground incubator team, Cloaka, which features Neal Dandade and some other people.

Mike Johnson can be found playing with 'The Movie' at iO on tuesday nights, and guess what, he's great in that, too.

If you are ever in the Chicago area, I highly suggest catching a show featuring Mike Johnson.

[kremidas]

& I'd like to give Ben Johnson props for being on his cell last night on Clark and not waving at me when I waved and walked past him.

I'd like to give Ben Johnson props for that, too. And also for sharing one name with Mike Johnson.

[Omega]

I'd like to give props to...

http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i243/pkremida/Mike_Johnson.jpg

MIKE JOHNSON!



I totally agree! Mike Johnson is THE SHIT! Seriously, I love this guy, I would have his children if I was capable. You get to wear the Mayor's Jacket today Mike!

[franks]

[quote=kremidas;11328]I'd like to give props to...

http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i243/pkremida/Mike_Johnson.jpg

MIKE JOHNSON!




DITTO!!!

mike johnson is more dreamy than both corey's combined

[ritty]

that was uncalled for frankie. not cool, man.

[Telfer]

Welcome to the Givin' Props thread!

Give props to whatever improv group that deserves it. One caveat--you cannot be a member or the director of that ensemble.

I like how this evolved from a "give a team props" thread to a "give a person props" thread, and then everyone averted the above stipulation and started giving props to people they're on teams with.

Mike Johnson is awesome though. Way more awesome than Sammy and his fucking RULES.

[Fenstermaker]

mike johnson is more dreamy than both corey's combined

I AGREE!

Mike Johnson holds the record for making me break the most in a show (pretty much every Danse Macabre performance of October 2006, particularly when he played the character who liked to sniff people.)





I hate that clown photo, tho.

[Biddle]

I'd like to take a second to give props to one of the most talented improvisers in the city, Roger Payton.

Roger was one of the senior members of International Stinger, when I joined the team, back in 2004. It was Roger who agreed with Dave Ries and Mike Perry to put me on the team. Even back then, they knew that the team needed something special, some spark of live and creativity to thrill and dazzle the audience. I was that spark.

Working with Roger in my early years was a real education for Roger. I can remember those long sessions down in the Comedysportz basement, as I slowly instructed Roger on the precise art of the pantomime. After a few sessions, Roger was able to show the difference between "turning on the shower" and "waving hello to a friend". Before I began instructing him, they both look like an advanced case of Parkinsons. But I was a capable and patient teacher and I think that really helped Roger to grow.

I can remember something that Roger said to me once, that really changed my life. We were behind the current Playground space, just after a Stinger show. I'd done some brilliant bit that so impressed the audience that they'd given me a mid-show standing ovation. Roger put his hands on my shoulder and he said, "There's a lot of small people in this town, Biddle. They're going to try to tear you down. They have to. That's the only way that they can try to play on your level, if they bring you down to theirs. Fight them. You're the best fucking improviser in this town. Your imaginary locations are more real than the real locations. You've got something special. Hold onto it. You're going to be the Moses to this Improv Community." Wow. That really shook me up. It really freed me up to openly hate most other improvisers and their work.

Rogers the most generous and giving player that I've had the pleasure of impressing. I've taught him a lot of what he knows. We've had good times and bad times, the only constant between them was how brilliant I am onstage. And how he'd stare at me, mouth agape, as I blew his mind up, in a scene.

That's the image that I have of Roger, in my head. Eyes glazed over, mouth open, a thin line of drool, slowly slipping down to the floor.

We will miss you, Roger.

COB

[chitiger]

I'm sure she's been given props before on this thread, but I'm going to give a personal shout out to Stacey Hallal.

I'm a relatively new improviser. But it still means a lot when I say Stacey has so far been the single biggest influence on my improv education.

It's not just her natural ability to teach. It's her attitude. She is one of the most generous and optimistic people I have ever met. Not only did she inspire my ensemble to form and pitch our first show, she took her personal time to coach us and direct us. She has been diligent with making us play to the top of our ability, but equally as diligent about making sure we are having fun. In the past I had never really thought I could perform on stage, but Stacey helped give me the confidence to believe I could do it and do it well.

If I ever find myself teaching a bunch of scrappy, young improvisers, I will be sure to use Stacey as my example.

I hope you find fun and success in Portland.

[Ldub]

Big props to Dave Asher for jumping out during freeze tag last night!! He said one line and then they pulled lights but it was a great move.

And props to Forsythe for trying his best at the piano, even if he was just banging his hands on the keys:)

[bhite]

The 10:30 audience at iO last night started out a little tepid and seemed a little unsure about whether they'd rather be at a Chekov festival. That is until Diplomat Motel came onstage. Diplomat Motel conquered that audience. They had an incredibly fun show last night and totally owned the audience. Had them in the palm of their hands. It was great to see.

great show!

[MattyO]

I'd like to give props to the second half of the 5b team Name Drop Soup. Excellent closing night show and a really fun job of working in the fact they forgot to take a suggestion at the top. Very fun!

[Ldub]

Props to the Beatbox on Friday night! Sadly, it was my first time to go. But they were so amazing!!! It's hard enough improvising but to add beatboxing.....well, it was just really impressive. And you guys put 110% into it; you all looked like you were having so much fun. Good work guys, I can't wait to go back!!! FYI - Fridays at midnight at the Playground:)

[Natalie]

I love's me some VD. Virgin Daquiri, that is.

I've only seen skeleton attack once, but it was enough to make me love them forever.

[urbanfervor]

Shotgun and Stubs continue to amaze me. Thursday nights in the Cabaret at iO is my favorite improv night of the week because of them. I'm still shaking my head in amazed disbelief at last week's Shotgun show, especially the exuberant recital of every crappy top 40 Brit-pop band from the 80s/90s as an example of Englands' awesomeness. And Brad Morris is at the very top of my list of people I love to watch. His characters, his wordplay and his ability to never never never miss a beat are incredible.

[Fenstermaker]

ARRRR! Last eve's Lottery/Stottlemeyer show 'twas great fun. Much like the pillaging I be doing later.

(No really, it was a great show, and not just because a hand-job always makes a perfect out.) Physically, the furniture robots were perfect and chem lab strippers a hilarious addition. Hooray for the Lottery and Stottlemeyer!

[davec]

Mister Fancypants. Jeez, was that the best improv team ever or what?

Both their coaches opened their own theaters, three members have opened their own theaters, and other members of that team have gone on to do great things, like Jim Bennett, who's wowed people around the country with GayCo, and Phil Mottaz who as part of SuperPunk has done some of the best sketch comedy Chicago ever saw.

What an amazing team. And I am not a member of that team. That team is retired and has no members anymore.

[Kara J.]

Howie, CEO of Everything, and Tigers of Macedonia had really fun and funny shows at the Playground tonight! The house was small but the teams all had great energy and a playfulness that showed they were having a blast.

[Chip]

Props to Pat O'Brien and Bill Cochran (and Allison something-or-other, who I don't know) for performing with Jeff Garlin at his show at the Annoyance last night!

I didn't really know what sort of show it would be, but it was a sort of stand-up/storytelling fest where people just riffed off of what the others had said, sort of like a Living Room, but more monologue-ish and without improv scenes. Funny stuff!

Also, Jeff Garlin gave Bill some nice props, saying he was extremely castable and could think of about 40 parts he wanted to cast him in...if he had studio backing and money and such. Awesome!

-Chip

[Kara J.]

Angie McMahon's one-woman show "Judy in Disguise with Glasses" is so, so, so great. I had the opportunity to see her perform this at the Cornservatory a couple of weeks ago and it's very funny, smart, and touching. Definitely go see this!

[sammy]

H-to-the-C:

Holly and Cesar. Awkward and hilarious. Good job, y'all.

[moon_shoes]

I wanna give some props today:

If you want to revitalize your love for the art form, go see The Shock and Awe Review. Jamie Swise is the most fascinating person in the world. He is the type of person you want to go on a cross country road-trip with. Plus the Prov is pretty friggun awesome. Music+storytelling+improv makes for a well rounded show.

[sammy]

Basic Eight.

Good People. Good Improv.

A rare combination in the Chicago scene.

[Hendo]

big props to Dan Telfer. He brought the funny BIG TIME this weekend, despite being harassed by a cop for 40 minutes outside of the theater. He even put it in his act.

Way to bounce back, Dan!

[LoLo]

I wanna give props to Hey You Millionaires, Team Submarine, and Sandy Takes a Break. All three had awesome shows at Sketchfest this weekend!

[Eric Pedersen!]

SUSAN FUCKING MESSING WITH HER FRIENDS! Easily the best show in town, she's hot too. Chicagoland & Fishnuts are funnies too. 3033 are the funniest boys I've ever seen, they play so good that at the end of the show you are like "damn, how they play so good"

[Rory_Pizzashow]

Daamn.
Props to Chewties! Solid show with great scene flow.
(Axel F transition was awesome!)

[Telfer]

big props to Dan Telfer. He brought the funny BIG TIME this weekend, despite being harassed by a cop for 40 minutes outside of the theater. He even put it in his act.

Way to bounce back, Dan!

I just saw this. Thanks, Hendo. Sadly they have not mailed me back my license yet and I am still trying to get into bars with a traffic ticket and my high-school bus pass.

[Ldub]

Bella last night at the Playground. It was my first time to see them. I was really impressed. They have great chemistry and are SO much fun to watch. Great characters too. Good job you guys! :)

[Hamer]

Big props to International Stinger and Mort for making Open Court such a fun place to be. Y'all rock.

[Dave Ries]

I gotta give props to the lottery crew last night. The give and take between the students and team players was wonderful.

You all made me happy.

[The Sayj]

Big props to International Stinger and Mort for making Open Court such a fun place to be. Y'all rock.

You're a sweetheart, thanks A!

xo,
Sayjal

[Saff]

To all the Comedy Sportz players last night on the opening night of the new Comedy Sportz Theater! You guys brought it in style.

And the Theater looks amazing. Kudos to everyone who did everything for that place. Welcome Back Comedy Sportz!

[sether]

The ladies of Tucker Max are so good they have me seriously considering a sex change operation just so I can play with them.

[frankandbeans]

adam higgins of hogwash is a great guy and the funnest vocal projector i've seen in a long time. great to see him boom out with his big voice out of his skinny body. they played last night at iO.

bill from bullet lounge is brilliant. blaine from bullet lounge is brilliant. steve from bullet lounge is brilliant. saw them all last night. one bit where a singing cow and the cowhand milking him shared a heartfelt moment while singing the breakdown from Rick Astley's "Never Gonna Give You Up" was magic. it was bill and the fellow who was hosting that night. i forgot his name.

the virgin daqueries played earlier in the week at iO and it was powerhouse.

andy st. claire and alex fendrich produced some fantastic work with TJ, sitting in for Dave at the TJ and Dave show. dave's smile right before each show when he says "trust us, this is all made up" is enigmatic.

and the guy who tapes the tj and dave show, adam, is super chill and a pleasure to sit beside as he works. he's got a soft smile he grins as he watches the show, silent as not to get picked up on his mic. when he does make a sound, it's a moment in the show to remember.

[alfredoroberts]

^ It sounds like our friend in the previous post may be the guy who records
shows. Am I right?

[Nick]

I have to give props to Chopper. They did improv to DARK SIDE OF THE MOON. Amazing, I could watch that all night.

[Leslieface]

adam higgins of hogwash is a great guy and the funnest vocal projector i've seen in a long time. great to see him boom out with his big voice out of his skinny body. they played last night at iO.


SO...if'n you like him, come see 'im Friday the 29th at CIC. He's on the team Roboctopus....

:D

[frankandbeans]

^ It sounds like our friend in the previous post may be the guy who records
shows. Am I right?

nope. i'm the guy who draws em.

where the heck is CIC?

[Carr]

Props to Brian Bragg, Melissa Cathcart, Jon Colby, Geoff Crump, and Rene Duquesnoy for officially joining the ComedySportz ensemble.


Props.



Erin

[Morehead]

where the heck is CIC?

CIC is located at
1420 W. Irving Park

Between Ashland and Southport (closer to Southport)

[Digger]

bill from bullet lounge is brilliant. blaine from bullet lounge is brilliant. steve from bullet lounge is brilliant. saw them all last night. one bit where a singing cow and the cowhand milking him shared a heartfelt moment while singing the breakdown from Rick Astley's "Never Gonna Give You Up" was magic. it was bill and the fellow who was hosting that night. i forgot his name.

Thanks a lot.

Tim Baltz is his name and he is one of the best improvisors out there. So smart. So good.

[Nick]

A few props from last night's CIR show:

Jake Schneider helped me book the Reckoning for the CIR show last night and then left on a boat. The idea was lost, alot of the Reck is touring and others are sick, and then at the last second resurrected as Holly and Jet both made it to the show and tore the house down, props to them for coming through and not bailing like they could have. It was awesome, and they really killed.

Props to The Rabble who did a bad ass punk/50's style show. I had no idea so many people on that team could play electric guitar.

And finally props to the Cosby Sweaters from Depaul, for bringing a kick ass house and living up to the two acts before them, the one's mentioned above. It makes me happy to see colleges doing as well as some of the best in the building, mad props.

[MikeJ]

Big props to the people who attended/played Open Court on Thursday the 28th. Especially the new folks.

The level of support that night, especially having 1/3 of the players never having been there before, was awesome.

It's a very rewarding experience for us when a whole group of people who have never played with each other commit to helping others look good. You folks really rocked that night performing and supporting.

[frankandbeans]

Craig Uhlir is my Obi-Wan Kenobi and my Darth Vader in one.

[Ldub]

Improvised Shakespeare on Friday. Man, I never get sick of watching those guys. I've never been to a show that hasn't been packed to the gills. With only a 5 person cast, they managed to induce tons of "oooohs" and "ahhhhs." And many sighs from all the ladies. And with character names like Benzadrine and Menander, how can you not love them? At one point they talked about how Menander meanders across the land. Classic. And deaths of most people involved them going to the dying place (aka Blaine or Greg's crotch). Kudos to you guys. You never cease to amaze me. :D

[schaefe]

Props to my wife Amy, for winning UGA's "Excellence in Teaching" (Theatre Arts) award for this school year!

[aimeng99]

Props to my husbo for putting up with my annoying ass! Love you!

[Stacey]

Congratulations, Amy! You're awesome and I'm glad everyone knows it!

Except, apparently, you!

[robbersean]

The Del Awards Comittee, and everyone else involved with the Del Awards.

The whole show was so fun to watch, and be a part of.

[Jordana]

The Del Awards Comittee, and everyone else involved with the Del Awards.

The whole show was so fun to watch, and be a part of.

Seconded. This was an extremely well-done show that was a ton of fun to watch.

And congrats to all of the nominees and winners!!

[Biddle]

A Super MegaProps to Martin Verni & Matt Barbera for the recent Playground Organizational Meeting. If 20% of the changes that they're talking about come to fruition, the PG will become a far better place for it.

Bravo, Gentlemen, bravo!

[Nick]

Kerpatty.

SKWIRL!

[Wendy!]

To Monique Madrid's Family Guy Spec Script reading at iO last night. Great writing! Also, to all the actors for nailing those voices. Good work everybody!

[frankandbeans]

Kerpatty.

SKWIRL!

The best overall sketch show, scene to scene, that I've watched since coming to Chicago three months ago. (Though Fuacata is close to my heart.) Phenomenal. Hilarious. Had the crowd with each sketch. The scat-ish song covers between sketches was HAAAH. Great job. It killed.

And props to Craig Uhlir and Danny Mora for contributing in such a positive way at the Jam at iO last night. Craig in particular was phenomonal, uplifting a piece and making the people on stage feel better. Showing some class as opposed of the rest of the lot of "hotshots" at the bar, with their incessant negativity and classlessness.

oh, and also, mad crazy props to the visiting level D students from Second City Detroit who took part in the Jam and rocked the hell out and produced some wonderful scenes despite it all. great stuff!!! :)

[frankandbeans]

thank you to the Reckoning for letting me draw on stage with them tuesday night. and props to the anonymous middle-aged white man spotted in the bathroom rolling up one of my drawings and walking out with it after the show. my art is steal-worthy? that's the biggest compliment of all.

also, iO level 4 students and improv-men-about-town mr. peter robards and benjamin kennedy are fine, fine and talented human beings. as is brandon taylor from big news. i loved his role as the old senator in the roger clemmens hearing a few shows ago. "Hep! C'mawn, now! Take em OFF! C'MON! hep!!"

[Ldub]

Props to Cook County last night. One of my favorite things about this group is their transitions; they are really smooth and organic. And even if someone missed the transish or is doing the same character from the previous scene, they always make it work and make it look so easy. And props to them for calling things out. Last night one of them was accidentally hit in the face and wouldn't move into a new scene unless someone apologized. Hilarious! They always have the richest characters with so many great details. And they never ever drop their shit. They are a great team to watch and learn from.

Can't wait for the next show guys:)

[jrrtubbs]

Props to Sasha and the Noob for last night's episode of Talkin' Funny. I was only able to catch bits and pieces (during commercials for Biggest Loser when my girlfriend would let me change the channel), but I laughed heartily during said bits and pieces.

[Joe Dadface]

Props to the Rabble. Their show tonight was fantastic. Especially the scene between Matt Owens and Tab Parker. It was beautiful, touching and hilarious. It was one of the greatest scenes I have witnessed in that theater. On par with anything the big dogs could have done. Bravo.

[kremidas]

Props to everybody who was at big yellow bus last night. Tucker Max, Mort, and BYB all put on killer shows. It was a really fun night to be a part of.

[gotsick]

I AGREE! The BYB last night was so amazing. It has been a LONG time since I saw three shows all on the same night that were that consistently funny.

[McAuliffe]

Really funny show last night. Probably the most consistently funny improv show going on in Chicago right now.

[jrrtubbs]

Big props to Ibsen and The Senate for their performance tonight. Both teams were absolutely wonderful.

Special props to Ibsen. I haven't laughed like that in so long, it felt very good.

[jhartman]

Big props as usual to The Reckoning's Tuesday show. It was an Armando form with the cast members providing the monologues, but it felt completely fresh and fun.

Best of all was an all-too-real assembly about drunk driving. I was crying laughing.

[Nick]

I just wanted to give HUGE props to the Battleprov and Off-Off Campus guys. Last night they took a show format that I have never seen anything like, and just played it like they owned it the whole time. So great, playful, stupid, smart and funny improv.

[akd44]

Just a really great show...I love seeing people having that much fun on stage.

[nhoj]

Big props to Steve and Jordan, Respectively. Really a great show without a weak moment or character the whole way through.

And boooooooo to 75% of the crowd, who left after and missed the terrific Seeder & Lee. Your loss.

[Morehead]

Second this motion! So much fun and super funny. You guys clearly love one another.

[hello.kristen]

Mrs. Dad!!! wow. what a great show last night!

it's not easy to make a 10:30 wednesday night show so energetic and hilarious, but you guys knocked it out of the park.

i'm still laughing about the jamaica/jamocha scenes.

Mrs. Dad- a team to watch. there. i said it.

[Ldub]

So many shows this weekend.

Steve and Jordan Respectively - major props to such a well written show. The transitions were crisp and flawless. And the 2 monologues were so heartfelt. Not only did they both have great comedic timing but great acting chops as well. It really makes me want to work harder on my sketches.

Second City mainstage - I absolutely loved this show, mostly for the risks it takes. After sucha political heavy show, it was nice to have a break. It's a show that focuses a lot more on social satire, than political. Some scenes had a very improvised feel to them and stood out in the show. These scenes didn't follow the rest of the show, which I really liked. They strayed from the norm. Especially the one with Ithamar and Shelly, it had a 40s, film noir feel to it but very slapstick as well. A well written and played out show with such a talented ensemble. I have a new improv crush on this whole cast.

[Tabs]

Props to Hindenburg and Hunter Family Crest last night.
2 great teams doing great shows.

Hunter Family Crest- your group scenework was exquisite.

[MattyO]

I totally enjoyed my time watching HFC and Hindenburg. Excellent job.

[Steev]

Props to the sketch groups that auditioned for the DC Comedy Festival at the showcase last night. Killer sets, all around!

[Gograh]

Seeder & Lee last night was one of the best things I've seen in a long time. I loved every second of it. Not a missed moment.

[professionalfaker]

I am deeply glad I had a chance to finally catch Seeder & Lee (DC auditions). Really fantastic. It was great to see proof of just how much more rewarding comedy is when your actors can really act.

On a completely different note - it was my pleasure to pull lights for several months of Fishnutz at Annoyance. Relentless, liberated, and always hillarious improv. Chicagoland is great too, but probably not as much a 'kept-secret'.

Honestly, GO SEE Fishnutz and Chicagoland. Tuesdays at 8pm.

[Frymire]

I had the pleasure of seeing The Fling this past Friday at The Playground, and their form "It's Been a Hard Year, Dad."

It was one of those shows with grounded, realistic characters that managed to get laughs by simply "being real". (One of their biggest laughs came from a perfectly timed awkward silent moment between two characters.) It was the kind of show that we all talk about doing, but find often find it hard to accomplish.

And they won over a largely "dick joke" crowd.

Kudos to them.

Edited to Add: (In the interest of full disclosure, I'm dating someone in the cast. And I have a man-crush on Jamie Buell. There.)

[Nick]

Nathan Cotter. He did lights for the Chicago Improv Rebellion for about 3 monthes and asked if he could come back to do some stuff with his guitar. I had no idea what to expect, completely tore the house down. Audience=owned. I don't even know if he reads this board, but if you know him pat him on the back.

[3rdBeatBoy]

I left a yellow honking-horn in the upstairs green room of the i.O. I don't need it anymore because my show was canceled. :( If anyone would like to use it for their sketch show or anything, it's yours!

[Wendy!]

to the Basic Eight for throwing a killer Derby Days, De Mayo Nights Party as a fundraiser for the Playground. I had an awesome time even though my horse didn't win, but the mint juleps made me feel ok about it. Good work guys! And good luck on the Pilot Membership!!

[Mel Evans]

The Riot!, Wing Night, and The Senate had really great shows last night in the Pilot Showcase. Opening the big letter from Greenpeace and fish in the locker, the silent scene to "She Works Hard for the Money," posing to greet the Arizona Diamondback dad...so much good stuff.

[moon_shoes]

And as usual, the Basic eight hit a Grand Slam of a show at the playground last night.

Are all four of those teams up for membership? Oh wow, they are. Well they all deserve it in my opinion!

[timalimdim]

As someone who is affiliated with none of the teams, but was at the show mentioned in the previous two posts, I have to also say that I really enjoyed The Riot, The Senate, Wing Night, and the Basic Eight on Wednesday.

All the teams were good, but Wing Night gave me an extra-special improv lovebone.

Gross. I'd delete that, but my backspace key is totally broked.

[Nick]

Gotta give props once more Nathan Cotter. If you need something hot and musical to freshen up your show, it's just him and he brings the Thunder. We started the Rebellion show last night to a crowd of 5 and by the end of the night we had over 60 folks in there, Nathan did THREE sets. Twisty and Hunter Family Crest were also very good, but gotta give Nathan some props. If you can make the theme song to David the Gnome cool... well, you're doing something right.

[Kara J.]

Tigers of Macedonia's show last night was so awesome. They always have an awesome playful energy and put up amazing, smart, funny shows and honestly everyone should make an effort to go see them.

They're all really cute, too.

[rene]

Tigers of Macedonia's show last night was so awesome. They always have an awesome playful energy and put up amazing, smart, funny shows and honestly everyone should make an effort to go see them.

They're all really cute, too.

i agree. they had a fun show with a neat form.

[Brendan J]

I would like to give the propers to my beloved old RedCo last night. For those lucky enough to see the home show last night they did the legendary review Pinata Full of Bees. It was amazingly cool to see a show that is 13 years old still look amazing and hold up material wise in today’s go, go, comedy world. I’ve only seen the original on blurry old VHS, so to witness it live was amazing. A tip of the cap to Andy Miara, Bryan Dunn, Kyle Anderson, Dana Quercioli, Tim Baltz, Mary Sohn,, Mark Raterman, Michael Patrick O’Brien and Rebecca Hanson. They did a ton of work in a very short time and the end result was pure magic.

[lumberjackadal]

oh no! I would love to see Pinata Full Of Bees performed! Was it a one time performance or will they be doing it for awhile?

[Fooomfh]

looks like one time only.

[HeatMiser]

Steve and Jordan are Jordan and Steve Respectively. Brilliant fucking sketch comedy by 2 vets that deserve your fuckin props! Fridays. io. 10:30. In fact, this coming Friday is the last one. See it before these guys both get too busy to be doing things around town.

[Bowman]

Giving some props to Cook County Social Club for taking their show to improv court tonight. Against such damning prosecution, no scene can stand. Loved it.

[franks]

Chopper had an awesome show last night. all around top notch.
their opening was great, scene work was solid, group games made you want to jump out there and join them they looked so much fun.

<O:p
really great team work.
<O:p

frankie

[aschwartz]

Yes!

Pure delight, Choppers!

Glory and honor!

[Morehead]

I third the mention of Chopper. Great show last night. Everything Frankie said PLUS you guys looked like you were having a hell of a lot of fun.

Adorable Wolf Babies!

[stonelake]

I will miss you Chopper- you are a fun and funny squad. Sorry I missed the show last night.

Your lover-

Stonelake

[Dandade]

Fourth-ing the Chopper props...SUUUCH a good show last night!!!

[farmer]

One man shows. Split and Shatter!

I loved them both. Madd Propps. Nicky and Michael Patrick came correct last night!

:D

[Nick]

I'll raise my glass
to a team with class
the came and kicked ass
and now it's passed
To a group that did things proper
have a drink and think of Chopper.

Thanks for the memories guys. Pink Floyd and Raves, I will never forget.

[Kara J.]

Counterproductive Lover, B.C., and Cyclops Baby all had super fantastic and fun shows on Saturday at Chemically Imbalanced. I love each of you in a separate and special way.

[Sri_Casimir]

War Dove, your final flight at iO last night was nothing short of spectacular. Excellent show!

[Forsythe]

Props to my fellow Rattlesnakes in their great last show on Saturday night. They really did a great show. And props to me, because I'm on that team also.

Way to go us.

[frankandbeans]

Jim Carlson is a genius teacher. I knew/had heard for a while how he's the director of the show at Second City. But taking his level 3 class now and seeing how he works is like watching Speed Racer race. He's a tactitian. He stands at the back of the room, one arm folded, one hand to his chin, watching. You do a scene, then he talks about it and starts saying what you could have done differently, and then in the midst of it, just goes "actually, just do that!" He gets you up and has you play those same characters at a different moment or with one subtle change, whatever he says, and suddenly it's all hilarious. It's all brilliant. And in your head you just go, "daaaaaaamnnn."

[akd44]

That scene last night telling the story of what had happened in the operating room was ridiculous and incredibly wonderful.

[lumberjackadal]

Kudos to the Lottery show last night. Super hilarious fun show with some of my favorite lines of any show so far this year.

"mom's not coming back, the Cubs might"

"but they're bat-shit crazy in bed"

joy

[Chip]

Kudos to the Lottery show last night. Super hilarious fun show with some of my favorite lines of any show so far this year.

"mom's not coming back, the Cubs might"

"but they're bat-shit crazy in bed"

joy

I also liked the metal detector's line, "the greatest treasure is the love of your family."

[attilathrilla]

Hindenburg and The Rabble both put on fantastic shows last night!

These two groups have really come into their own in the past few months and last night's revue really showcased their incredible talents and growth as teams. They each embraced and supported distinct themes, seamlessly picked up on subtle patterns, and had the audience laughing the entire time.

Really solid shows, guys.

-marky

[Leslieface]

I agree. I had a great time! You both did a wonderful job!

[thehammer]

Yeah, Hindenburg has some amazing chemisty and the Rabble have a great form. All in all, a very enjoyable evening. Keep raising the bar, guys.

[chitiger]

SCRAM (Joe Bill and Jill Bernard) were absolutely outstanding at last night's CIF Lakeshore Theater performance. I was just completely blown away at their ability to create wonderfully emotional and grounded scenes that were still very, very funny.

[Dina]

Just saw three original works at the Annoyance-- what a great night of writing and performance...
I think they end their short run next Wednesday the 25th, too, so check them out.
Congrats to the hilarious performers and directors Kyle Dolan, Mike Canale, and Brian Wilson!!

[Fooomfh]

yes, please go see this trio next wednesday. three very different styles, each hilarious. such a cool way for the Annoyance to experiment and give really talented people a chance to do new things. congratulations to everyone involved last night. they were all great!

[jorin]

Oh man, The Better Half with Noah and Linda last night was great. Really funny, and really charming.

[frankandbeans]

Props to West Texas' own Neal Dandade for totally obliterating at the Second City Brown Co. auditions. F***in' owned that shit, son. A phenomenal performer and an honor to be in the same room as. Your game is tight, my friend. That's what we call game control. You are a leader.

[Kristin]

I wasn't there but I can attest to Neal's fabulousness both as a performer and a human being.

[jrrtubbs]

Big props to Insult to Injury.

Amazing show last night guys. You were one of the best teams I've had the pleasure of sharing a stage with since I moved here.

[VinRigan]

I have to give some big props to everyone who participated in Saturday's 15 Hour Project. Especially the coaches, who were incredibly smart and excited about the shows they chose to direct. From what I heard, you were all staking claim to the shows even before they were done being workshopped, and that shows some terrific enthusiasm that fueled the day.

Big thanks to Don Hall, Joe Janes, Angie McMahon, and Jamie Buell. The shows were excellent and smart, thanks in no small part to the excitement you all had for your shows, and the intelligent approaches you took with directing them. Everyone who participated yesterday said they loved working with all of you, and kept asking when we were doing another project.

Thanks, all!

[IMO]

I absolutely loved Revolver's show on Saturday! I had a big, dumb smile on my face the whole time. The energy was ridiculous, it was insanely funny, and Dave Asher plugging in those R.E.M. songs during the transitions was awesome. I would've never expected such an amazing show from the suggestion of "power nap."

Lovely work!

[clare]

Hunter Family Crest was a ton of fun last night. Guitar Hero Suicide Edition = awesome.

[Eric Pedersen!]

Everyone go see Lindberg Babies 2.0 So very very funny and filthy. It's so great to get to hear so many stories from the improvisers and then get to enjoy what they create after.

More specifically, last night was hilarious.

[aimeng99]

To all the folks at Improv Acadia past/present. They should know how awesome they are.

[Ldub]

Hindenburg, The Rabble, Baby Problems last night. Kickass shows you guys! Your energy was through the roof but still very controlled and not chaotic. I loved watching all of you. Keep it up!

-Lindsay

[jrrtubbs]

Big ups to the Reckoning and everyone else who played last night in the Cabaret.

Man, I can't count how many times people on the Reckoning almost died last night.

[Ldub]

Cook County last night. Greg and Mark absolutely blew me away. The transitions and changing characters was very fluid and smooth. They were so invested in their characters. I actually felt for the French man in the end. I didn't want him to be executed! Great stuff you guys.

[aschwartz]

A hearty Teddy Roose. "Bully!" to the Bella gang and their li'l Sandbox Show. They've given many teams some awesome performing opportunities and put up fucking hysterical shows of their own every goddamn week. A genuine credit to the community, these!

Yer real sweet, Bellas, real sweet, and I looks forward as heck to yer return.

[Bowman]

During Friday's Jam, some guy was doing a stereotypical WWII-era German. And someone in the crowd yelled, "Too soon."

I'm still laughing.

[Derek]

Hardcore props to the Reckoning. They are consistently brilliant and consistently funny. True artists...

They deserve at least 5 amen after this post.

[Eric Pedersen!]

i have either seen the reckoning be good, or heard that they were good AT LEAST a couple of times. it's hard to keep track

[Eric Pedersen!]

Mrs.Dad Is a Seriously wonderful Team. don't be stupid general public, go see them. if you have been through the Training center at iO, are in it, Think about being in it, or think about when you went through it, you owe it to yourself and your significant other to see Mrs.Dad. They are really very very great. hooray for everyone that gets to see them.

[IMO]

Agreed! Mrs. Dad is absolutely fantastic. They have so much fun. I adore them. Go now... go see them.

[Marby]

I wanted to give some props to the cast of Guy Friends and their guests, TJ Jagadowski and Brett Lyons. Friday's episode, "The one where Nick becomes a spy" was fantastic. Super fun.

[frankandbeans]

This is very late, but at the end of June, Brendan Jennings as Michael Jordan emceeing the Cook County Social Club/Frank Hayes 4 show one Thursday night, as the only man capable of wielding the magical key to unlock the mystic door behind which that evening's world of improv lay in wait.

And in that same show, Seth Weitberg, who has some of the most superb character work on earth for my money, during the Frank Hayes 4 set playing a gregarious, little, elderly black man on a park bench fondly remembering a World War 2-era sweet called "Salty Totts."

Those two things will be with me for the rest of my life. Things that I will be able to think of and smile. Thanks to them for that.

[robbersean]

Pudding Thank You, featuring Adal Rifai, Louis Saunders, and guest Brett Lyons, had a stellar show at the ATC on Friday night. I honestly can't remember the last time I laughed that much. I actually laughed SO much that I had an asthma attack.

[Hendo]

A big "Well Done!" to the cast and crew of Metaluna. I caught it closing night, so I'm too late to tell you to go see it... which is my bad entirely.

Mike Johnson, Lisa Fairman, Joe Janes, Mary Jo Bolduc and Don Hall were all excellent (as was the script, also by Joe Janes).

Well done. Let's hope it doesn't take another 12 years to see it again!

[Fenstermaker]

A big "Well Done!" to the cast and crew of Metaluna. I caught it closing night, so I'm too late to tell you to go see it... which is my bad entirely.

Mike Johnson, Lisa Fairman, Joe Janes, Mary Jo Bolduc and Don Hall were all excellent (as was the script, also by Joe Janes).

Well done. Let's hope it doesn't take another 12 years to see it again!

I second the Props to Metaluna! Seeing it twice was not enough; I'm still thinking/laughing/questioning things. I wish I was watching it again right now. "Haberdashery."

Also, Hendo, I think you watched the unlock-able bathroom door for me (I thought you looked familiar, I should have said something.) So Props to Hendo for making sure no one walked in on me while I was using the toilet.

[Hendo]

lol... that was YOU?

Well, thank you for the return service!

[Ldub]

Electric Mayhem - I saw them open for Felt again last night. They are one of the best new teams I've seen in a long time. They have no fear attacking the stage and they are great at editing. The frozen game yesterday where one player had to move across the stage by either walking on the chairs or jumping onto people was the best game I've seen. You guys are great to watch. Props to you:)

And more props to Felt. Last night's cast made me laugh so hard. I love the new professor puppet! Hilarious. My favorite scenes were the 2 guys trying to fit all their groceries in the smart car and the 2 girls who saw a ghost. Actually, I just loved the whole show. and nobody better than Jorin to host and get the audience pumped. You guys are the best.:D

[kelsevinal]

Electric Mayhem - I saw them open for Felt again last night. They are one of the best new teams I've seen in a long time. They have no fear attacking the stage and they are great at editing. The frozen game yesterday where one player had to move across the stage by either walking on the chairs or jumping onto people was the best game I've seen. You guys are great to watch. Props to you:)

Thanks Lindsay! We have so much fun performing with each other (esp. opening for Felt, what a blast that show is!), I'm glad that it's enjoyable to watch as well!

A belated dollop of propers for Pudding Thank You, they had a really, really great set in New York at the DCM (which was 2 weeks ago, hence the belated-ness). Jorin Garguino, Louie Saunders, and Adal Rifai, wonderful stuff!

[Chip]

A belated dollop of propers for Pudding Thank You, they had a really, really great set in New York at the DCM (which was 2 weeks ago, hence the belated-ness). Jorin Garguino, Louie Saunders, and Adal Rifai, wonderful stuff!

Poor Dolan...

It's ok, Ryan, I still likes ya!

-Chip

[kelsevinal]

Even more since he got rid of the moustache. He made up for not being at DCM by rehearsing for what turned out to be some wonderful closing performances for the Steppenwolf summer program.

So props to Ryan "Golden" Dolan and his Steppenwolf scene partner Jessie Fisher for being awesome at Steppenwolf!

[mark logdog]

Rainbow 7 had their first show last night and they totally rocked it. WELL DONE.

[moon_shoes]

I agree with Mark. Rainbow 7 rocked last night. HARD!

The show ended on male-on-male kissing which, in my opinion, is the only way to end a show.

[Chip]

The show ended on male-on-male kissing which, in my opinion, is the only way to end a show.

Ugh, we know!

;)

[Eric Pedersen!]

Owl Farm had their first show tonight, and had some real good work going on, great group stuff and funny and well paced during the entire show.

They were then shadowed by Lindberg Babies 2.0 who took on the holocaust, 9/11, and ignorant racism and made it all hilarious. Props to that show tonight the most. It was seriously very very good and impressive

[Former Hoosier]

Blaine Swen did an awesome job in his one man Deltones (Deltone?) performance last night.

Whiskey Rebellion also kicked some serious comedy time-traveling butt.

Saturday night was rockin'!!

[Eric Pedersen!]

Blaine was great, the Rebellion had a very cool show, the Diplomat Motel was insanely funny. It was a rockin night

[Leslieface]

Blaine Swen did an awesome job in his one man Deltones (Deltone?) performance last night.



how did that even happen? Tell me all about it! missed it I did.

[Marby]

I gotta second the kudos to Blaine for the one-man musical. Also to Dave Asher for helping to make that show what it was- fantastic.

[Tabs]

Great job last night to DART (previously Rainbow 7). You guys seem to have a lot of team chemistry and were super funny. I loved all of it.

[Nick]

Props to Virgin Daiquiri for having a guitar worked into their set last night. Stuff like that really spices up the night, I loved it, props!

[langen]

Mike Canale, Brian Wilson, and Conor O'Malley rocked in the Guy Friends show last night. Super funny!

Thanks for playing with us! We had a blast.

[BlackDog]

Mike Canale, Brian Wilson, and Conor O'Malley rocked in the Guy Friends show last night. Super funny!

Thanks for playing with us! We had a blast.


Warning. Veiled show plug.

[Rich]

Props to Blackdog for picking up on the veiled show plug for that fun Friday midnight show that happens in the Del Close Theater

[sammy]

Props to Rich for a gentle hand on a topic that doesn't need a bad touch.

[langen]

blackdog, i was not doing a veiled plug for

GUY FRIENDS
MIDNIGHTS IN THE IO DCT
$5/FREE FOR STUDENTS
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i was merely giving props to the great guests that we had this week. and every week at

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[Derek]

blackdog, i was not doing a veiled plug for

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Does deserve some props for a hilarious and fun show. Great job guys. Keep it up.

[elary]

I saw Bullet Lounge for the first time last night....





and they were fucking great!

[Steev]

I wanna give props to Carlos Zambrano for pitching a no-no against the 'stros tonight.

YEAH YEAH CARLOS BABY!!! GO CUBBIES!

[IreneM]

I would like to give up some propers to Wing Night and the Basic 8 last night at the Playground. They had really fun shows and I laughed often and heartily.

[aimeng99]

Big, belated ups to the Improvised Shakespeare Company who are fantastic. I should have posted immediately after seeing them, but I hope this will do. Wow.

[ritty]

Major props for the cast, crew and writers of "Best Church of God". What a great, great show. I loved it!

[Nick]

tons of props to "Cave of Hobans presents: MAMA'S HOME!" It was a such a blast getting to be a part of their first show, just a great time from beginning to end. If you're free on a Tuesday night sometime soon make a point to check these guys out, we were blown away.

[kremidas]

I totally agree with Nick's post. I was super impressed with their show, definitely worth a look.

[AnneKatherine]

Props to Kyle More's new TV pilot Improv City which was at the NYTV fest last weekend...Pat and Nick were hillarious in it too...Mort's sad face was priceless

That is all

[Eric Pedersen!]

Lindberg Babies is so hilarious. Everyone go see this show, in terms of just laughs, it might be the funniset show going on at iO. GO SEE IT, THURSDAYS 10:30

[Tabs]

Props to Stubs, they had a great final show last night. They have always been fantastic and last night was no exception.

[Brendan J]

I'm going to jump on that Stubs props train as well. During the audio session for fireproofing scene, a laugh I've never had before emerged from my innards. That has to be good.

[Eric Pedersen!]

That also might have been from eating dominos bendan

[lumberjackadal]

I third the props for Stubs last night.

The slow transition from "Fireproof your doors at Taggert's" to "Fireproof your faggots" was amazing

[Ldub]

Props to The Reckoning last night. Holly, Jet, Brian and Charlie. Need I say more?

[MattyO]

Strange Bedfellows Presents: Gaugin and Van Gogh- Nine Weeks In Hell

This show was fantastic. I would love to see a run of it.

Wow. That's all.

[Nick]

Impress These Apes.

Go, every week is very funny.

This upcoming week they have to sing with a full band. Lots of classic rock was chosen.

[Eric Pedersen!]

3033 had one of their best shows that I've seen. That means it was so good it's hard to believe. The best team at iO having one of there best shows, very nice. And the easter egg was also delicious

[Derek]

I third the props for Stubs last night.

The slow transition from "Fireproof your doors at Taggert's" to "Fireproof your faggots" was amazing


What an awesome show that was. I will miss their famous audio scenes.

[MikeJ]

Goerge Eckhart's commitment to the chair bit at the Jam on Friday. It was hilarious and he never once stopped committing to it. Just downright hilarious.

[akd44]

I thought Mrs. Dad had a really great show last night. People were listening to each other so well, not a single little thing was dropped, and there was so much great energy throughout. You guys are a ton of fun to watch!

[Eric Pedersen!]

Mrs.Dad is one of the best and most consistent teams playing right now. Really awesome. Plus I got to breast feed off Langen in freeze, delicious

[Derek]

Mrs.Dad is one of the best and most consistent teams playing right now. Really awesome. Plus I got to breast feed off Langen in freeze, delicious

Super funny and super consistent. Seth's ADD character was hilarious. I thought he breast-fed off you?

[BlackDog]

You guys {Mrs. Dad} are a ton of fun to watch!

I wont argue this.

However.

Worst team name ever.

Love,
Gallen

[Derek]

I'd like to give props to Sean Kelley and Jim Fath of Space Robbers, a member team at the Playground. They had a hilarious and awesome show tonight. They were the only ones from their group who were able to show and they were great. Nice job guys!

[MikeOlson]

I have to give props to the reckoning. I feel like if you want to learn how to do good improv, you should study this group.

[bhite]

I want to give props to my most recent headcold. The last three nights, it's forced me to bed early and produced about a pound of mucus.

way to go, headcold!

[Former Hoosier]

I want to give props to my most recent headcold. The last three nights, it's forced me to bed early and produced about a pound of mucus.

way to go, headcold!

I think my allergies should challenge your headcold to a no-holds-barred cage match. What do you say?

Unrelated note: I'd like to give props to Whiskey Rebellion for another kick-butt show on Friday.

[Tabs]

Props to Counter-Productive Lover for their all too hilarious show last night.
I think I laughed the hardest I have laughed in a long time at that damn vampire scene.

[Brybeck01]

One of the best shows start to finish at The Playground last night.

Props to Attila, Ibsen, and All-Skate.

All played really well and it was one of the most fun nights I've had watching and performing improv.

trying to figure out how to love up on a tree. Hilarious!
Murdoch's walking out of the restaurant. what terrible service.
tab jumpin on some girl on girl and then later gettin preggers with an alien baby

[MikeOlson]

I have to give props to Rachel Mason for her performance with the iOvaries tonight. The 'use your wheelchair, it was expensive' line was simply perfect.

[Eric Pedersen!]

Rachael is the funniest woman in the world. Tara DiFrancisco (whom I saw for the first time tonight) was just downright amazing, please, someone, give these funny brilliant women the high paying jobs they deserve. they are great

Rachies, you funnies

[Miss Mason]

Thanks lovers!

I'll make love to you.

Props to all the ladies for handling high stress with hilarious aplomb.

And props to Dave Asher for coming up with iOvaries. Tee hee.