Lisa J. Sears
austin, tx
- Gender: Male
- Interested In: Women
- Member since: 2007-04-06 00:00:00
- Last log-in: 2007-08-02 00:00:00
- Events: 7
Events:
Improv 101 at the Merlin Works Institute for Improvisation
Where: Salvage Vanguard Theater
Date: 2008-07-02 18:00:00
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For complete beginners and experienced actors, this workshop teaches the fundamentals of improvisation. The class's interactive exercises build listening and communication skills, heighten awareness and teach you how to be more playful, spontaneous and flexible. Play short form improv games like you see on TV's "Whose Line Is It Anyways?" in a fun and safe environment. (Class size limit = 16) Instructors: Shana Merlin and Erin Molson Wednesdays July 2 - August 20th 6-8pm (8 meetings) $150 At the Salvage Vanguard Theater, 2803 Manor Road Register Now at http://merlin-works.com/index.php?page=introductory_workshops&sec=play About Lead Instructor, Shana Merlin: Awarded “The Best Improv Teacher in Austin” by the Austin Improv Collective, Shana Merlin has been a professional improviser since 1995, performing from Calgary to San Francisco to Atlanta to Las Vegas to London. Shana has trained with most of the masters in the field of improvisation including Keith Johnstone, creator of TheatreSports and author of Impro and Impro for Storytellers; Paul Sills, founder of Second City and The Compass and editor of Improvisation for the Theatre; Gary Austin, member of The Committee and founder of The Groundlings; and Charna Halpern founder of Improv Olympic and co-author of Truth in Comedy. You can see Shana perform in the improv troupes Get Up and the winner of “Best Improv Troupe” in Austin Chronicle Readers Poll, Girls Girls Girls Improvised Musicals. What Real Students Said About Improv 101 with Merlin Works: “I really enjoyed this class. It has brought back so much happiness in my life . . . This class unleashed the creative side of me that was hiding. I feel more awake than I have in years.” “It’s much easier to do improv than I thought. It’s a wonderful way of finding connection with other people. Shana—you’re great!” “Shana is a quality teacher. The best money I ever spent.”
Jack Rose
Where: Emo's
Date: 2007-12-09 22:00:00
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Guitarist Jack Rose developed his distinctive guitar playing style with regarded free folk ensemble Pelt and he has since gone on to establish himself as a regarded solo performer as well. He has four albums proper to his credit, the latest of which, 'Kensington Blues,' find him composing and playing at the very height of his creative powers.
Paramore
Where: Stubb's
Date: 2007-11-18 17:30:00
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Paramore describe their music simply as energetic, emotional and fun. Their live show is an explosion of high energy that showcases the band's relentless drive and desire to connect with and entertain the audience, and their enthusiasm is catching. The Starting Line comes from Churchville, PA, and as young as some of its members are (the lead singer recently turned 17), the group has managed to pave its way, starting an EP, 'With Hopes of Starting Over,' in 2001 for Drive-Thru and a spot on the 2002 Vans Warped Tour. With influences such as Jimmy Eat World and The Get Up Kids, The Starting Line has a genuine love, talent and dedication for music with endless possibilities.
Nickel Creek, Little Brother
Where: Stubb's Bar B Q Restaurant
Date: 2007-11-17 19:00:00
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Nickel Creek's sound is based in bluegrass and modern folk, but it is enhanced by the wide-ranging tastes and musical passions of its members. After seven successful years of touring and three award-winning recordings, members Chris Thile, Sean and Sara Watkins will take an extended break to pursue other interests at the end of this tour. This Durham, North Carolina trio makes music that brilliantly splits the line between art and commercialism, all while maintaining a fun-loving hip hop purist stance.
Austin Bloggers Monthly Get-Together
Where: Wally's Burger Express
Date: 2008-02-20 19:00:00
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Monthly get-together for Austin-area bloggers.