Miracle Ear at Improv 4 Kids December 29

Bowling does not end well in Ancient Greece Improv

Sing the blues at the Broadway Comedy Club

10 Holiday Vines from LMAO NYC Compilation

SANTA SINGS THE HITS OF 2014!!!

Meet Gunta Claus - 27 Santas and an Elf Called Kevin

ELFPROV Highlights from Schuylkill Mall, Frackville, PA

27 Santas and an Elf Called Kevin adds Shows in NYC

The new holiday musical is a hit with New York families

Due to popular demand, 27 Santas and an Elf Called Kevin is adding New York City Performances for the holiday vacation week. The 60-minute holiday show, with original book and music by Andy Street and Jonathan Kydd, will play at the Broadway Comedy Club in Times Square and tour area theaters December 7-28, 2014. Tickets to the Manhattan performances can be purchased for $30-60 via Ovationtix (866-811-4111) For more tour dates and discount tickets to NYC performances online go to www.nysanta.us.

The production is to be directed by the show’s composer, Andy Street. Mr. Street has been developing this project for the past four years while still working as musical associate and vocal coach for American Idol on FOX. Mr. Street has also written for other Nigel Lythgoe productions including “So You Think You Can Dance”.

Children of all ages have heard Mr. Streets original compositions in many of the popular children’s TV shows in the past decades. Most known for the award winning "Madeline", Mr. Street has composed and arranged for “Strawberry Shortcake”, “Angelina Ballerina”, “Double Dragon”, “Hurricanes” and “Ultraforce”.

 Mr. Street is very excited to be bringing a variation of the British Holiday Pantomime to the New York stage. The theatrical form is a huge hit on nearly every West End stage in London during the holidays. Silly slap-stick fun for all ages is combined with witty banter, great music and even some dance, with the help of Choreographer, Kelly Dacus-Smith.

 A troupe of performers take on multiple characters, headed by Walt Frasier (Lilyhammer, Royal Pains, Blue Bloods) as both Santa and the evil twin Gunta. Patrick Reidy takes on the other title role, Kevin, but also appears as McNasty the Goblin. Elizabeth Greenfeld, William Goulet Kean, and Laurice Fattal all play multiple characters from elves, reindeer and a few other characters you will just have to witness for yourself.

 The award-winning producing team of Randy Donaldson (Scottsboro Boys, Pee Wee Herman, Triassic Parq, Falling for Eve), John Velasco-Mills and Marc Jacobson invite you to this wonderful show that is sure to become a permanent New York City holiday destination.

 27 Santas and an Elf Called Kevin at the Broadway Comedy Club; 318 West 53^rd Street, New York, NY 10019; Runtime 60-minutes; $30-60; Ovationtix 866-811-4111; Dec  7 1p ,4p, Dec 28 11a, 1:30p
27 Santas and an Elf Called Kevin at the Paramount Theater; 1008 Brown Street, Peekskill, NY 10566; $29-39; 914 739 0039; Dec 13, 14 1p, 3:30p

 27 Santas and an Elf Called Kevin at the Emelin Theater; 153 Library Lane, Mamaroneck, NY 10543; $29-49 914.698.0098; Dec 17-21 11a, 1p, 3p, 6p    

Improv Shows & Workshops for K-12 students in NYC and touring nationwide

Two stages, two shows, two schools, 300+ ppl

Lilyhammer - Season 3 Official Trailer - Netflix [HD] - Starring Walt Frasier

That;s right see Walter on Friday. Season 3 Episode 8. https://www.facebook.com/events/778656535505474/

Two stages, two shows, two schools, 300+ ppl

http://www.improv4kids.com field trips at Broadway Comedy Club 318 west 53rd Street NY NY 10019

Also check out http://www.improv4teens.com



Public shows 3 & 8pm Every Saturday. Touring Nationwide to K-12 schools.



ALSO LMAO on tour to colleges, corporate everts etc http://www.8improv.com

27 Santas and an Elf Called Kevin Off Broadway NYC

DISCOUNT TICKETS for NYC SHOWS AT https://web.ovationtix.com/trs/pr/940450/prm/walter101

PRESS RELEASE

Sunday, November 09, 2014 – New York, NY – With original book, lyrics and music by Andy Street and Jonathan Kydd, “27 Santas and an Elf Called Kevin” puts an all new spin on the holiday characters we know and love, while introducing a few new characters kids of all ages will love. The New York tour starts at the Broadway Comedy Club (318 West 53rd Street, New York, NY 10019) on December 7, 2014 and when head upstate to the Paramount (Peekskill, NY) and Emelin (Mamaroneck, NY) theaters Dec 13-21.

Santa Claus is coming to town! But so is his jealous twin brother Gunta who’d like to be the top man, himself. The good news is that elves Mitch, Pru, and Jill, and Kevin, of course, are just the ones to outwit the evil Gunta and his hench-elves, Bob and McNasty.

It all plays out in the wonderful musical about saving the magic of Christmas by Andy Street and Jonathan Kydd. Andy wrote music for Sesame Street, Madeline and Strawberry Shortcake before becoming an American Idol coach and adjudicator.

The mini tour starts off where the show has showcased and workshop for the past three years, the Broadway Comedy Club. On Sunday December 7, the show will be presented at 1 & 4pm.

Don’t miss your chance to get a holiday photo with Santa. We’ll take a limited number after each show, so order yours today! VIP TICKET HOLDERS at the Off Broadway performances will be invited on stage to meet Santa and Kevin.

More production information on showtimes and tickets can be found at www.fpny.org/27santas.

November 2014 Classes - Teens ? Advanced Kids final show

New York Improv 4 Teens / Advanced Kids Class - One to Five Nov 2 2014

Holiday Shows & Events for the Whole Family

NYC Santa is busy this year. In addition to our great shows Improv 4 Kids and LMAO Improv we have added the following programs for the season....





November 28-December 7 10am
Breakfast with Santa
Join Santa for Continental Breafast, Coffee & Juice. Bring the whole family to get a photo (Bring your own camera, our elves will help). Stay for the interactive musical comedy ELFPROV. Get tickets early, this event will sell out!



December 7 1pm & 4pm
27 Santas and an Elf Called Kevin

Santa is in trouble. Which means Christmas is in trouble. And it is up to Kevin the Elf to rally the troupes and save the day!!! But look out, Santa's under appreciated brother, Gunta, might ruin 
everything...









EVERY SATURDAY 3 & 8pm
Improv Comedy by EIGHT IS NEVER ENOUGH
3pm Fun for the whole family
8pm LMAO OFf Broadway (18+, teen friendly but does contain adult material - PG-13)

You're Nuts Zack - Election Day 2014

Becoming Famous in 2014 - Alex from Target

http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/the-intersect/wp/2014/11/03/how-alex-from-target-became-an-unwitting-internet-superstar/



Ever since I started teaching comedy to teens, I have been a huge advocate of youtube channels. Want a career, start creating now. You create work showcasing your talents and you begin to market yourself to the world.

You don't really need a good camera. And you don't really need talent. Now making stupid 6-second videos can land you a TV or Film deal. Get a biog enough following on twitter, Vine, Youtube etc and you can sell tickets to your own shows, tshirts, ad space on your channels...

To many this idea seams bizarre and far fetched. For most it will be. But even those not getting famous over night, these tools develop talent and brand.

ABC - Always Be Creating!!!

ROB THE VOTE NOVEMBER 4, 2014

Walt Frasier as MORE MICHAELS (AKA Michael Moore)
Caroline's Comedy Club, NYC
Nov 1, 2004
Night before 2004 Presidential elections

Exactly 10 years ago, EIGHT IS NEVER ENOUGH produced a tour called ROB THE VOTE. In 2 months the show performed at a number of clubs (Rascals, Gotham, Caroline's), Theaters (Wings, Kraine, Under St Marks) and even some John Kerry fundraisers at Don't Tell Mamas.

We had fun with everyone RIGHT & LEFT.

I encourage ALL youth to educate themselves about your own country. Don't listen to rumor and speculation from friends and family. Watch the news. READ!!! Get to know your elected officials. if you like what they say - or more importantly DO - go vote to make sure they stay representing you. If you do not like what they say, GO VOTE THEM OUT and give someone else a chance.

You will never hear me say VOTE FOR THIS GUY/GAL. I make fun of all of them. But the day you turn 18 you can do two things. Fight for your country and Vote your will. You may be in the minority on some issues and things may not go your way. But far to often the minority opinion wins because their leader screamed louder and motivated their base to vote. Those thinking all is well stay home and are shocked when things change against their wishes.

Want to know a secret?

Our leaders fear you, the youth of America. You have opinions. You are smart. BUT you often do not participate in the process, and that empowers those working against your best interests.

CHANGE THE GAME!

ROB THE VOTE! was all about inspiring the young to VOTE their will and opinion. If everyone 18-25 voted, BIG CHANGES would happen in this country. 10 years later (now 40+) I may not as big a fan of what YOU want to happen, but I still support YOU making yourselves heard. One person can make a difference when ONE person becomes a crowd. It starts with ONE. It starts with YOU>

SO GO ROB THE VOTE!!!

November Schedule - LMAO Improv at Bowdoin College, Microsoft Event

LMAO is touring Nationwide. Next Saturday performing show & workshop at Bowdoin College in Maine. November is looking busy for EIGHT IS NEVER ENOUGH... More about booking LMAO, Improv 4 Teens and Improv 4 Kids CLICK HERE

Saturdays 3 & 8pm NYC at the Broadway Comedy Club CLICK FOR DISCOUNT TICKETS

Nov 4 Field Trip for Cranbury School 
             Turned 18 yet? Don't forget to ROB THE VOTE!!!
Nov 5 Corporate Event for Microsoft Suffern NY
Nov 6 Workshop for MS 278 Queens NYC School Field Trip
Nov 7 Field Trip for PS 631 Brooklyn
Nov 8 3 & 8p at the Broadway Comedy Club
           Private Birthday Party, Bowdoin College. Comedy 4 Kids Class
Nov 12 Field Trip Brilla College Prep
             Field Trip MS 4 Queens
Nov 13 Success Academy Union Square
Nov 14 Workshop for Canadian HS Field Trip
             Rhame Ave School East Rockaway Family Night
             Field Trip PS 215
Nov 15 3 & 8p at the Broadway Comedy Club
             ELFPROV at SchuylkillMall, Frackville, PA
Nov 19 KIPP AMP Brooklyn
Nov 21 Field Trip PS 11 

Nov 22 3 & 8p at the Broadway Comedy Club
Nov 23 Private Workshop Great Neck Long Island
Nov 25 Field Trip PS 38
Nov 28 ELFPROV Breakfast With Santa
Nov 29 ELFPROV Breakfast With Santa

             3 & 8p at the Broadway Comedy Club 

Nov 30 ELFPROV Breakfast With Santa

10 Hours of Walking in NYC as a Woman

I would hope my students always respect women! But all need to see this!!!

Halloween Costume Parade & Improv at the Broadway Comedy Club NYC

Everyday feels like Halloween performing Improv Comedy. Weekly we get to play costumed superheros from TV, Movies and Comics. Plus Vampires and Werewolves and Zombies are a year round phenom these days.

But on November 1, 2014 we want you to dress up in your favorite Halloween Costume and come play with us. We will have Halloween candy, costume parade and best costumes will win a prize!!!

6th Annual Halloween Costume Parade 
at Improv 4 Kids
Saturday 3pm Nov 1, 2014
Broadway Comedy Club
318 West 53rd Street
New York, NY 10019
CLICK HERE FOR
DISCOUNT TICKETS

Live shows every Saturday 3 & 8pm
3pm shows are rated-PG and popular with Teen Groups
8pm Show are nearly R-Rated - a number of families with older teens attend (recommended for 18 & up)

Stand-Up Comedy 7 nights/week

ALSO UP COMING
Breakfast With Santa w/ELFPROV

"27 Santas and an Elf Called Kevin" New Holiday Musical - LIMITED ENGAGEMENT in NYC

November 1, 2014 Halloween Improv at the Broadway Comedy Club NYC

Santa in the Bronx 2013

NYC Santa headed uptown to spread holiday cheer in Little Italy / Arthur Ave Bronx.  https://www.facebook.com/santaclausforhire

Improv Sound Effects

Improv Sign Language Norwhal Whale

7:30 TONIGHT at the Broadway Comedy Club TEEN NIGHT

We have a few teen groups coming tonight. Almost sold out but this is the perfect to time to bring the family and friends to see LMAO Off Broadway!!! The past 4 weeks have sold out with walk ins. BUY NOW to guarantee your seat at our shows. VIP tickets include stage side reserved seats and beverages.

Click here for discount tickets!!!

Broadway Comedy Club
318 West 53rd Street
New York, NY 10019
Between 8th & 9th Ave
1 block from Letterman & Wicked
Near Columbus Circle and Times Square trains

FALL Classes Sold out Register now for Winter 2014 & SAVE
We are trying to get an early start on our winter session registration. If need be we can add teachers/classes to meet demand. Fast growth caught us off guard and we had to turn away a few students this fall. Early Bird Discount Link Valid Through Dec 1.

SATURDAY 8pm LMAO with Guest Stand - Up Comedy at the Broadway Comedy Club NYC

LMAO Improv (www.8improv.com) and guest comics Liam McEneaney (Tell Your Friends), Matt Koff (The Daily Show), Kendra Cunningham (Lst Comic Standing) and Michelle de Swarte (Supermodel) - Hosted by Liz Lord

LIVE COMEDY 7 nights / week
Sat 3pm Improv (All ages friendly)
Sat 8pm LMAO Improv comedy
Full Calendar and Discount tickets at 
https://web.ovationtix.com/trs/pr/927893/prm/walter101

Broadway Comedy Club
318 West 53rd Street 
New York, New York

Same Old Story - AKA "Double Date Gone Bad"

8pm Tonight Improv by LMAO at the Broadway Comedy Club PLUS Magiquist

OK for teens and older, we have a killer show lined up for tonight.
Click here for discount tickets

Hilarious interactive and musical improv comedy based on audience particiaption and suggestions by the cast of LMAO Off Broadway  followed by MAGIQUIST - the perfect blend of Magic and Ventriloquism.

 (L to R) Amelia Fowler, Andrew Del Vecchio, Walt Frasier, and Patrick Reidy rocking some musical Improv at Hastings College, NE during LMAO’s 2013 Midwest tour. 

Broadway Comedy Club
318 West 53rd Street
New York, NY 10019

3pm IMPROV 4 KIDS great for all ages.
Perfect for young families!!!

CLASSES for Kids, Teens & Adults

Same Old Story - AKA "Double Date Gone Bad"

Newest skecth from teh cast of LMAO Off Broadway. Watch LIVE Imprvo comedy weekly at the Broadway Comedy Club 318 West 53rd Street, NYC NY. www.lmao-nyc.com

THE HOBBIT MOVIE SPOOF "Unexpected Journey" part 1

Can't wait for the new and final installment this fall!!! http://lnkd.in/dvZ9W6X

LMAO Off Broadway with Magiquist September 13, 2014 at 8pm Broadway Comedy Club NYC

Saturday
September 13, 2014
8pm Show time
Broadway Comedy Club
318 West 53rd Street
New York, NJ 07093
$25 at the door
$10 in advance CLICK HERE

LMAO Improv features hilarious interactive musical comedy improvised based on audience suggestions and participation.

MAGIQUIST by Matt Bailey is the perfect combination of Magic and Ventriloquism. Matt returns to the Broadway and LMAO where he has sold a out a number of previous performances!!!

The show Saturday 9/13/2014 features a 45-60 minute set by both acts.

LMAO Performs at Hasting College, NE

Broadway Comedy Club can be found in the north east corner of the NYC Times Square Theater District. Live comedy 7 nights / week features professional stand-up comics form TV and Headlines touring nationwide.







Discount tickets at https://web.ovationtix.com/trs/pr/927893/prm/halfoff

Same Old Story - AKA Double Date gone bad Sketch

Planning for College, Auditions, Classes - great Resources

PLAYBILL EDU - I just discovered this and thought I should share. Great resource for those planning college for an arts career.

PLAYBILL - Playbill is a great resource for keeping up with Broadway News and finding Auditions and other jobs in the arts. FREE casting notices.

BACKSTAGE - This is a subscription site. You can browse for free to a point. But when you are ready to be a working actor, join and go audition every week. Daily when possible. Finding work as an actor is not that different than any other job. You have to leave the house and go interview - we just do it with monologues and songs.

ACTORS ACCESS - Tons of paid film work. Eventually you need an agent, but you can find work in student films and non-union projects, Indy films and sometimes even get yourself cast on legit TV, Film and commercials. Free to browse. You have to pay to submit yourself. When serious, go ahead and pay for the annual breakdown submission service that allows you to submit w/o additional fees (usually $2/submission).

Happy Birthday, Improvised - Have 8 Improv at your next party

Too old for Chucky Cheese. Not ready for the Dance Clubs...

Sweet 16s, Quinceanera, Bar / Bat Mitzvahs or any Birthday Celebration goes well with Improv. We can host at our Times Square Theater or send the cast anywhere in the area...

Interactive, Musical and Hilarious, the entire audience gets involved and we make sure we take care of the VIP Guest and friends. We host parties almost weekly. Everyone loves comedy!!!

TIMES SQUARE PARTIES Starting at $600
 - Includes Pizza, beverages (Bottled Water, Juice, Soda), and admission for up to 20ppl
 - Additional Guests $20pp
 - Deli Sandwiches and Higher End menus available up one request from our corporate catering department

GROUP RATES at Public Shows form $25pp
 - Saturdays 3 & 8pm
 - VIP Seating (reg $50pp) includes best seats in the house and beverages
 - Includes Pizza at 3pm Shows ($5 extra for Pizza at 8pm Shows

ANYWHERE IN NYC
 - We can send a 60-minute show anywhere in Manhattan and most of 5 boros (reachable by Subway) for just $600. Starting at $800 outside NYC. Includes 4 performers. Additional costs for larger events requiring sound, lights etc

EIGHT IS NEVER ENOUGH (AKA LMAO Off Broadway, Improv 4 teens, Improv 4 kids) Presented over 600 shows last year at our NYC Club and touring nationwide. 4500+ shows since 2002 at clubs, theaters, colleges, corporate / private events and K-12 outreach.

More at www.8improv.com

ALS ICE BUCKET CHALLENGE -

SOLD OUT at Wolf Trap August 5, 2014

Walt Frasier, Laurice Fattal, Amelia Fowler, Andrew Del Vecchio and Evan Schultz performed to the sold out crowd on August 5, 2014 at the 800-seat Children's Theater in the Woods at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts. We sent out a social media blast and emails to friends to make sure there would be a great crowd the week before and every single friend and fan replied, "We want to go but we you're sold out!" Here is a letter form the great staff at Wolf Trap and Below is part of our closing number...

January / February American South East Improv Tour of K-12 Schools

"A Production you and your children don't want to miss!" - ABC NEWS

Improv 4 Teens heads south this winter. Party inspired by the weather this past winter and calls from colleges and K-12 schools in North and South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. In the past 12 months we have presented over 600 shows for K-12 / Family Audiences at our NYC theater and touring nationwide...

Check out the reasons to bring this program to your school at http://teenimprov.blogspot.com/p/teen-outreach-programs.html



Improv 4 Teens (Improv 4 Kids Grades K-5) is the perfect show in school, after school and for evening events - PTA nights, fundraisers, drama department events etc. At many high schools we partner with the local student Improv team for a great show. In many districts we will play to the grade, middle and high school in one day, off setting the cost of a professional show out of NYC over 2-4 schools/day.

Not just a cultural arts presentation, this show has been presented via Language Arts Departments, Counseling, PTA / PTO / PTSA, and Drama / Fine Arts. One of the most fun you and your students will ever have, Improv shows & workshops provides a wealth of educational value.

Call / Email  SGF PRODUCTIONS for Dates and Rates. 212-568-6560 / info@fpny.org

PRESS from Broadway WorldLMAO OFF BROADWAY Returning to Times Square

LMAO OFF BROADWAY Returning to Times Square





After a busy summer touring nationwide, LMAO OFF BROADWAY - the interactive musical Improv comedy show by EIGHT IS NEVER ENOUGH - is Back in Times Square at the Broadway Comedy Club (318 West 53rd Street, New York, NY 10019). Tickets are now on sale for 3pm and 8pm shows every Saturday ($25 at the door or via Theatermania 866-811-4111; Group Sales SGF PRODUCTIONS 212-568-6560). Discount tickets, updated schedules and more information at www.8improv.com




It has been hard to focus on Kimye and Bey-Z strife while fielding real life drama issues such as Ferguson, Mo protests and rioting, War in Gaza and Ukraine and Mexican Border. But this is the cast to handle it all. Add in some Justin Bieber underwear ads and there is no shortage of topical material to lampoon these days. No two shows are never the same as music, sketch and interactive games are created on the spot "Whose Line IS It Anyway"-style based on audience suggestions and participation.



READ MORE at http://www.broadwayworld.com/article/LMAO-OFF-BROADWAY-Returning-to-Times-Square-20140819#.U_PkWfRDvXr

8pm Tonight Time to #ROTFL with #LMAO Improv at the #Broadway #Comedy #Club

Come on out tonight to the Broadway Comedy Club for some great music, theater and comedy improvised based on your suggestions and participation. COME BE A PART OF THE SHOW!!!

318 West 53rd Street
New York, NY 10019
$25 at the Door Two Drink Minimum
Click here for $10 tickets

3pm Show today great for all ages (One Drink Minimum)
8pm Show best for Teens and older

LIVE COMEDY 7 nights/week Stand-Up  Discount tickets at https://web.ovationtix.com/trs/pr/927893/prm/halfoff

Since 2002, EIGHT IS NEVER ENOUGH has wowed over 4500 audiences with humor and quick wit. Hilarious Music and Theater are created on the spot base don audience suggestions and participation.

Classes start 1st week of September https://web.ovationtix.com/trs/pr/914195/prm/ebird

Snow Hill Library Clip form TV Interview Game with Great Mime work

Running Up Elevator Improv Scene at Wolf Trap, Vienna Va August 5 2014

Singing the Blues while SOLD OUT at Wolf Trap, Vienna Va August 5 2014

Madrigals LIVE from Snow Hill Library, Maryland

The Magic Bear: Columns AKA Human Mad Libs game LIVE from Snow Hill Libr...

The Magic Bear: Columns AKA Human Mad Libs game LIVE from Snow Hill Libr...

SEPTEMBER NYC area booking special - TWO HOURS of shows and / or workshops JUST $600!!!

Take advantage of our slowest time of the year and SAVE!!!

We have been sending out 2-4 casts daily since March. But we slow down September and October every year. So take this time to introduce our amazing programs to your students and staff for much less...

JUST $600 for Two Hours

- Regularly Priced at $1000
- FOUR teaching artist
- TWO shows back to back OR Show / Workshop
- We can include anti bully themes to help start out the school year
- IMPROV 4 KIDS Grades K-8 www.improv4kids.com
- IMPROV 4 TEENS grades 6-12 www.improv4teens.com
- Both divisions of EIGHT IS NEVER ENOUGH & SGF PRODUCTIONS 

We performed 600 shows for K-12 audiences in the past year. Over 4000 since 2004. Just this morning we SOLD OUT the 800 seat Children's Theater in the Woods at Wolf Trap in Vienna VA. The show runs off Broadway Weekly in Time Square. (Ask about out NYC Field Trips for just $10-25pp for show, workshop and/or lunch package)

ALL DAY RESIDENCY Just $1000

Four 45-60 minute sessions can be at TWO schools near by or in one building.
Four teaching artists can reach about 120 students / session.

SHOWS 
- 45-60 minute outreach show is a great way to get the entire school excited 
about learning
- No limit on audience size (except by your venue and technical/sound capability)
- Makes school a fun place to be
- CORE CURRICULUM With help of study guides the show promotes cultural arts (theater and music), languare arts (story telling, creativity) and character building (anti-bully, respect etc)

WORKSHOPS
- Creativity - our workshops teach students to think and write tapping into the deepest core of their creativity by freeing them of fear and other blocks. Our games of warm up and technique teach how to brain storm YES AND!!!
- Community - to create as a team, we teach the groups to listen and respect each other. YES AND is all about building up your scene partner. We exist to make others look and feel good.
- Leadership - We teach public speaking, self confidence and self respect. Our students become class leaders. 

Above Offer available to Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Staten Island, Hoboken, West New York (GOLD COAST area), Jersey City and Newark Schools. 

JUST $800 for TWO HOURS in Westchester, Long Island, Northern NJ

JUST $1000 for TWO HOURS Upstate NY, Southern NJ, Connecticut Eastern PA

RESIDENCIES

We have teachers all over the area every week providing 10-30 students training in Improv Comedy. These students really become leaders at the school. Many big personalities need to find focus. But when they do, they are instoppable in the best possible way. At the end of each 6-15 week session the students are ready to perform a showcase at school. But far more than that they become class/school leaders and better students. They learn how to listen, create and process information. They engage in current events and the worlds. They face their fears and inhibitions and turn weaknesses into strengths. Some of our high school students have become interns and even full time professional company members. One of these students,. Bandon Ford (Queens Prep Academy) got a job teaching theater at a summer camp this year. Another, Noel Olivencia (Prep Academy for Writers) is now managing a food service business AND has appeared on MTV. 

We have current and past residencies at the following...
NEST+m Manhattan
The Summit School
JCC Manhattan
Queens Prep Academy
Flushing High School
Prep Academy for Writers
Renaisance High School (Harlem)
Gilda's Club Camp Sparkle
Broadway Comedy Club public classes for Kids and Teens

Don't take our word for it...
Regarding shows, workshops and residencies - Lisa Palotti (Speech Teacher) to John Renner (Principal) from Summit School Queens 


"Here's my report: OMG it was awesome! Truly one of the best activities I've ever seen take place here at Summit! We gave them a very large group of kids to work with, and they handled them wonderfully. The way that they related to the kids was terrific, and the activities they led worked on so many pragmatic language skills in SUCH an effective way, including increasing the kids' awareness of their bodies in space, body proximity, eye contact, voice, and generally how others perceive them from their non-verbal cues. They also did word association and one-word stories that involved verbal expression and required kids to follow a story line. Almost all of the kids looked like they were having a fantastic time, and it was an activity where the shy kids could get to interact with others in a very structured (hence comfortable) way. At the end I spoke to the three members of the improv group and raved about how great they were and told them the specific ways that the activities helped our students. They asked me a number of questions, such as regarding how to handle various students' behaviors, and we talked about upcoming activities." 

P O O P The Movie Sneak Peak POGS ARE BACK

P O O P The Movie Sneak Peak pt 2 Photo Shoot Full Movie COming Soon

Which subway witch is which? Audience Sound Effects "Backfires" in Engle...

Today at the Broadway Comedy Club - Improv 4 Kids mini clip

LMAO Funny Vine Compilation

Published on Jul 8, 2014

LMAO brings you the best of our cast member vines! Come see LMAO performing improv comedy shows LIVE in NYC! More infohttp://www.lmao-nyc.com. If you like this vine compilation, please follow our funny cast Viners!

FALL CLASSES EARLY SIGN UP DISCOUNT!!! at the #Broadway #Comedy #Club #NYC

Walt Frasier teaching at
Prep Academy for Writers,
Queens, NY

FALL IMPROV CLASS SCHEDULE IS ANNOUNCED
Study Improv Comedy at the Broadway Comedy Club (318 West 53rd Street, New York, NY 10019) with professionals from the cast of EIGHT IS NEVER ENOUGH (AKA LMAO Off Broadway, Improv 4 Kids, Improv 4 Teens).

CLICK HERE TO SEE LIVE COMEDY 7 nights/week in NYC

Improv 4 Teens
Summer Camp 2012

ADMISSION
$25/Class
$200/FALL PASS (Up to 12 classes)
CLICK HERE FOR EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT
- $20/class - JUST $110 for FALL PASS
- Valid thru August 1st

Weyauwega HS, WI
after Workshop with
Walt Frasier

SCHEDULE


Saturdays NOON - Ages 8-12 9/6 - 11/22
     OPEN HOUSE SHOWCASE - 11/22 at 1pm
Sundays 4:30 - Ages 13-17 9/7-11/23
     PERFORMANCES for Public 10/5, 11/2, 11/23 at 3pm
Wednesday 5:30 Ages 18+ 9/3 - 11/26
     PERFORMANCES for Public 10/1, 10/29, 11/26 at 7pm

Amelia Fowler, Andrew Del Vecchio,
Laurice Fattal, Patrick Reidy and
Walt Frasier perform at
UCONN, Waterbury

LOCATION
Broadway Comedy Club
318 West 53rd Street
New York, NY 10019
Between 8th & 9th Ave
Parking Garage across street, Some street parking
Short Walk from PENN, Port Authority and Times Square/Columbus Circle Trains

Walt Frasier teaches corporate workshop
for Morgan Stanley Risk Management division

WATCH 8 IMPROV CAST ON TV THIS SUMMER
Amelia Fowler (current member) and Keisha Zollar (Former Member) both appear in the season 2 of Orange Is The New Black.
Walt Frasier appears on Royal Pains Season 6. Later this year, on Lily Hammer Season 3.

Wednesdays 3pm & 7pm Summer 2014 at the #Broadway #Comedy #Club #NYC

We have added shows July 9- August 13. 3pm & 7pm.

3pm Perfect for the whole family.
7pm Teens and older

Broadway Comedy Club
318 West 53rd St
New York, Ny 10019

June 2014 Improv Schedule at the #Broadway #Comedy #Club

Beat the heat and cool down with some Improv Comedy in Times Square!!! Hilarious interactive music, theater and comedy based on audience suggestions and participation...
CLICK LINKS BELOW for discount tickets and full calendar

Broadway Comedy Club
318 West 53rd Street
New York, NY 10019
Between 8th & 9th Avenues - Parking in garage across the street usually best. Some street parking available. Easiest to access via Times Square or Columbus Circle trains. Just a short walk from Port Authority Busses and Penn Station / Grand Central Trains
Formerly the New York Improv Comedy Club

WEEKLY SHOWS
SATURDAY May 31 3pm
SUNDAY June 1 3pm

WEDNESDAY June 4 7pm
SATURDAY June 7 3pm
SUNDAY June 8 3pm

WEDNESDAY June 11 7pm
SATURDAY June 14 3pm
SUNDAY June 15 3pm

WEDNESDAY June 18 7pm
SATURDAY June 21 3pm
SUNDAY June 22 3pm

WEDNESDAY June 25 7pm
SATURDAY June 28 3pm
SUNDAY June 29 3pm

WEEKLY CLASSES
Saturdays at NOON Comedy 4 Kids
Sundays at 5pm IMPROV 4 TEENS
Wednesday 5:30pm Adult Improv Jam

Busy summer schedule ahead. Book now for Fall 2014!!!  Corporate Team Building, Private Events, Colleges, K-12 Outreach shows, workshops & residencies, Professional Development for Teachers, and touring, theaters, clubs, and festivals nationwide...

www.8improv.com
www.lmao-nyc.com
www.improv4kids.com
www.fpny.org

PASSING THIS ON TEEN CASTING NOTICE(S) - Casting REAL TEENS with FUNNY TEEN STORIES for TV Commercial (PAID project!)

I work with Strickman-Ripps Casting (www.strickman-ripps.com) and right now we are casting REAL TEENS (Ages 15-17) to be considered for an exciting PAID TV COMMERCIAL for a major soft drink brand.

We would love to share this opportunity with students in your teen programs!

Please see flyer below for full project details and submission information.  If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call or email.  

This is a fun and unique project that could help pay for college.  Feel free to share the opportunity on Facebook or email it to friends and family.

Thank you for your time!

Sara Conte

Casting Director

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Check back regularly - as known improv comedy teachers we often receive notices for kids, teens and adults!!! Everyone needs that first foot in the door...

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Improv Comedy Troupe tackles Anti Bully Issues at NYC Schools

Improv Comedy Troupe tackles Anti Bully Issues at NYC Schools

Improv 4 Kids & Teens teach community and leadership skills to NYC Students

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Monday May 12, 2014  NEW YORK, NY -  One of the greatest problems facing schools today is the community of bully behavior on campus, online and in the community. One New York City Comedy troupe is taking their skills to the front line via shows, workshops and residencies.

Since 2002, Eight Is Never Enough Improv Comedy troupe (AKA the original  Improv 4 Kids and Improv 4 Teens) has performed over 4000 educational outreach shows at K-12 schools, camp and hosting student groups / field trips at their Times Square Theater.  As the Anti-Bully movement has gained momentum in recent years, coupled with far-too-often tragedy reported in the news, the troupe has answered the call.

“The popularity of Improv Comedy on TV currently allows us to connect with students in a unique way” says co-founder, Laurice Fattal. “Then we have their attention as we teach valuable team skills and self-confidence.”

“These skills we teach have been known in the theater community for centuries,” adds Artistic Director, Walt Frasier. “But by calling ours selves ‘Comedy’ we are the cool thing to all students”

The troupe introduces the program via an interactive show similar to “Whose Line IS It Anyway”. Frasier says they includes Anti-Bully themes but avoid sounding preachy. “We get a conversation going” Says Frasier. “Many students are thinking the same thing, but because of insecurities and outright fear, fail to share”. Via Study Guides the shows alone introduce and teach Cultural Arts (Music & Theatre), Language Arts (Story Telling, Creativity), and Character Building (Leadership).

After a show, the troupe will break into smaller groups and teach basic Improv games. “Improv is one of the funnest ways to teach public speaking and team work,” exclaims Fattal.

Overcoming basic fears (such as speaking in public) - and learning to converse in a way that builds connections (“YES! And…” is rule #1 in Improv) - serves two purposes. Students are less likely to be effected by bully behaviors. And students are less likely to take out their insecurities in form of bully behavior.

In a few schools, the troupe has grown to a third stage of the program. “Our residencies create leaders” says Frasier. While the workshops teach leadership, the residency program develops these skills in a few that can help build the entire community.

Similarly the troupe offers professional develop for teachers. These workshops – similar to the corporate team building offered by the troupe – brings the community together as well as show teachers how to continue the work long after the troupe moves on to the next school.

Learn more about these and other outreach programs offer by EIGHT IS NEVER ENOUGH atwww.8improv.com. You can catch the troupe live in Times Square weekly at the Broadway Comedy Club and touring nationwide to clubs, theaters, college, private / corporate events.