Tag Archives: comedy

R.I.P. Bernie Sahlins

To truly understand the art you practice, you need to know its history and those that helped shape it. Bernie Shalins is one of those people who you need to know about. Let’s rundown some of his many accomplishments: Co-founder … Continue reading

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Comedy Centerfold: Andrew Hamer

Each week, or maybe every other week if we’re lazy, we’ll feature a Dallas Comedy House performer and get to know him or her a little better by using questions that Playboy centerfolds are usually asked. If you’d like to volunteer to … Continue reading

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7 Ways to Survive Improv

Yo, yo, yo, yo, I’m back. Wait, what? It’s true. I’m not a ghost. I just play one on the USA Network. But that’s over now, and I’m ready again to regale you with my blogging sass. Let’s get started. … Continue reading

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It’s INNY Award Nomination Time

It’s once again time to nominate and recognize excellence in the improv industry. Last year, we were nominated in the Best Venue category. Let’s see if we can get listed in a few more categories this year. Please visit Improvisation … Continue reading

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Bilingual Comedy Won’t Kill You

Klingon comedy is more popular than bilingual comedy, according to The Pirates of Tokyo Bay, Tokyo’s only bilingual improv troupe. This little tidbit of information can be found in the following TED@Tokyo video, where The Pirates present a short session … Continue reading

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Comedy Centerfold: Carley Stewart

Each week, or maybe every other week if we’re lazy, we’ll feature a Dallas Comedy House performer and get to know him or her a little better by using questions that Playboy centerfolds are usually asked. If you’d like to volunteer to … Continue reading

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It’s the End of the World

As we get closer to the end of the world, I bet you’re wondering how it’s all going to end. Wonder no more, because the troupe Atlantic Pacific Billy will let you know via their latest sketch show, Good Morning … Continue reading

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Game On

One of the most discussed and hard to master aspects of improv is the notion of game. What is it? How do you know when it’s happening? What’s the difference between a game and a pattern? All of these questions … Continue reading

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HOWLaween at DCH

This week’s jam session was special. Not only did we have a rowdy audience, we also had a costume contest. The grand prize was a free level of classes (worth $230!). Please forgive me: I wasn’t able to get good … Continue reading

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Just a Little Patience

The other day I was checking out the ol’ Tumblr and came across a post via Improv is Easy citing The Broken Record. The post was about famed improv instructor Mick Napier and a two-word phrase he uses to remind … Continue reading

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