Abel Brainz Digest, Vol. 28 - November 14, 2023
Volume 28
(I don't know why, but that feels like it could be a title to something cool)
The SAG Strike is over (!) (?)
The question mark is there because of the formalities of the board and members ratifying the contract. I'm cautiously optimistic.
Cool Improv stuff
A few weeks ago I mentioned I rewatched The Grey, starring Liam Neeson. There's a poem in the movie written by the director, Joe Carnahan:
"Once more into the fray...
Into the last good fight I'll ever know.
Live and die on this day...
Live and die on this day..."
Believe it or not, I think it's a really fun and liberating way to approach improv. Whether it's in a classroom, or a performance setting, to just give all of your attention and energy to what's in front of you. We essentially get the opportunity to "Live and die on this day" everytime we improvise.
Cool shameless self promotion stuff!
Want to do some more improv? I'm co-teaching an improv character intensive on December 2nd and 3rd with the amazing Tara Ochs at Drama Inc. We'll be working on some techniques to help create characters. Click here for more info and click here to sign up.
I'll be performing in Y'allmark Christmas: An Improvised Holiday Movie at The Horizon Theatre. Here's a list of the dates I'm performing:
Dec. 7, 8, 14, 15, 17, 18 (2pm matinee) 19, 21, 22, 23
All the shows are at 8pm, except the matinee.
Let me know if you plan on making one. It should be some ridiculous heart-warming fun.
That about does it for me.
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Much love,
Abel