Notes From My Improv Notebook: Ep. 19 – Jake Jabbour – The Voice of Reason

On the nineteenth episode of Notes From My Improv Notebook, Jake Jabbour fills us in on “The Voice of Reason”. Jake is a wonderful improviser who performs at UCB. He recently wrote a book that focuses on finding himself with the backdrop of touring his podcast and improvising across the United States. Notes From My Improv Notebook was recorded in front of my self-judgement. Ask me anything improv related by emailing me at hisilentx@gmail.com.

Want to take Jake’s workshop? Check out The We Improv workshop. He’s also the co-host of an amazing podcast called The Meat Podcast. Want to see Jake perform? Goto Harold Night 😀

Notes From My Improv Notebook: Ep. 18 – Brian James O’Connell – Approaching Self Critique

On the eighteenth episode of Notes From My Improv Notebook, Brian James O’Connell (BOC) talks about self critique. BOC shares his methods to improve on your own time. Listen now and learn more about yourself as a player. Brian performs and teaches at The Pack Theater.   His main group, Dr. God, performs every fourth Saturday of the month at The Pack Theater. Notes From My Improv Notebook was recorded in front of my self-judgement. Ask me anything improv related by emailing me at hisilentx@gmail.com.

Want more BOC? Check out Carla Cackowski’s Improv Yak, where he talks talks about position play.ï»ż

Notes From My Improv Notebook: Ep. 17 – Brian James O’Connell – Improv Never Stops

On the seventeenth episode of Notes From My Improv Notebook, Brian James O’Connell (BOC) shares his methodical approach to improv. BOC taught me that improv training never stops. You can take your skills outside of the theater and learn more yourself as a player. Brian performs and teaches at The Pack Theater.   His main group, Dr. God, performs every fourth Saturday of the month at The Pack Theater. Notes From My Improv Notebook was recorded in front of my self-judgement. Ask me anything improv related by emailing me at hisilentx@gmail.com.

Want more BOC? Check out Carla Cackowski’s Improv Yak, where he talks talks about position play.

If you’re interested in my workshop, you can head on down to San Diego and take Your Play Your Way on February 9th at 2PM. I hope to see you there!

Notes From My Improv Notebook: Ep. 16 – Colleen Doyle & Finding Your Point of View

On the sixteenth episode of Notes From My Improv Notebook, Colleen Doyle shares how she finds a character’s point of view. I learned a lot in this podcast and I hope you do too! You can contact her through twitter. Notes From My Improv Notebook was recorded in front of my self-judgement. Ask me anything improv related by emailing me at hisilentx@gmail.com.

If you’re interested in my workshop, you can head on down to San Diego and take Your Play Your Way on February 9th at 2PM. I hope to see you there!

Notes From My Improv Notebook: Ep. 15 – The Colleen Doyle Origin Story

On the fifteenth episode of Notes From My Improv Notebook, Colleen Doyle shares her improv journey that took her from Cleveland to Chicago. She shares what she learned as a performer and a teacher. She was an Artistic Director at iO West. You can contact her through twitter. Notes From My Improv Notebook was recorded in front of my self-judgement. Ask me anything improv related by emailing me at hisilentx@gmail.com.

If you’re interested in my workshop, you can head on down to San Diego and take Your Play Your Way on February 9th at 2PM. I hope to see you there!

Notes From My Improv Notebook: Ep. 14 – Awareness with Zach Huddleston

On the fourteenth episode of Notes From My Improv Notebook, Zach Huddleston takes on awareness. Zach teaches workshops and classes at Westside Comedy Theater.  He is a part of the wonderful group Heyday and loves to do indie improv shows. Notes From My Improv Notebook was recorded in front of my self-judgement. Ask me anything improv related by emailing me at hisilentx@gmail.com.

If you’re interested in my workshop, you can head on down to San Diego and take Your Play Your Way on February 9th at 2PM. I hope to see you there!

Notes From My Improv Notebook: Ep. 13 – Zach Huddleston Numero Uno

On the thirteenth episode of Notes From My Improv Notebook, Zach Huddleston reveals his origin story. Zach teaches workshops and classes at Westside Comedy Theater.  He is a part of the wonderful group Heyday and loves to do indie improv shows. Notes From My Improv Notebook was recorded in front of my self-judgement. Ask me anything improv related by emailing me at hisilentx@gmail.com.

If you’re interested in my workshop, you can head on down to San Diego and take Your Play Your Way on February 9th at 2PM. I hope to see you there!

Notes From My Improv Notebook: Ep. 12 – Paul Vaillancourt and Using the Where

On the twelfth episode of Notes From My Improv Notebook, Paul encourages improvisors to use the where of the scene. The where is not only the physical location but the details that are in that location. Paul Vaillancourt is a veteran improvisor with a plethora of knowledge that he shares on Youtube.  He teaches and performs at The Revolution Theater (website) (Instagram) (Facebook). Notes From My Improv Notebook was recorded in front of my self-judgement. Ask me anything improv related by emailing me at hisilentx@gmail.com.

You can find Paul on instagram with the handle @WhatsUpWithPV. Also, he wrote a book about improvisation called ‘The Triangle of the Scene,’ which can be found on Amazon. 

Notes From My Improv Notebook: Ep. 11 – Paul Vaillancourt’s Journey to Relationship Part 1

On the eleventh episode of Notes From My Improv Notebook, Paul explains his improv journey and how to understand relationship as the game of the scene. Paul Vaillancourt is a veteran improvisor with a plethora of knowledge that he shares on Youtube.  He teaches and performs at The Revolution Theater (website) (Instagram) (Facebook). Notes From My Improv Notebook was recorded in front of my self-judgement. Ask me anything improv related by emailing me at hisilentx@gmail.com.

You can find Paul on instagram with the handle @WhatsUpWithPV. Also, he wrote an improv book called ‘The Triangle of the Scene,’ which can be found on Amazon. 

Notes From My Improv Notebook: Ep. 10 – Rick Larsen ‘The Emotional Superman’

On the tenth episode of Notes From My Improv Notebook, Rick talks to Xchel about emotional play. Emotion is an important tool in the improv toolkit and, if used correctly, it can engulf your partner into strong scenes. Notes From My Improv Notebook was recorded in front of my self-judgement. Ask me anything improv related by emailing me at hisilentx@gmail.com.

You can find Rick Larsen on twitter with the handle @RLarsen4. Also, he has written a ‘zine called ‘Fat Dracula & Other Short Stories’ available on Etsy.

Notes From My Improv Notebook: Ep. 9 – Attitude

On the ninth episode of Notes From My Improv Notebook, Xchel talks about the approaching play through attitude. Attitude is the most important foundation in improv.  It helps us set the tone for play that is present. Notes From My Improv Notebook was recorded in front of my self-judgement. Ask me anything improv related by emailing me at hisilentx@gmail.com.

Notes From My Improv Notebook: Ep. 8 – Magic Elevens

On the eighth episode of Notes From My Improv Notebook, Xchel talks about finding oneself in a stagnant stage picture. Magic Elevens is a phrase used to describe two improvisers standing still and talking at each other. In improv, we try to avoid stagnant stage pictures because the audience becomes disengaged. Notes From My Improv Notebook was recorded in front of my self-judgement. Ask me anything improv related by emailing me at hisilentx@gmail.com.

Notes From My Improv Notebook: Ep. 7 – Hyper Listening

On the seventh episode of Notes From My Improv Notebook, Xchel talks about hyper listening and how we can become aware of it. Notes From My Improv Notebook was recorded in front of my self-judgement. Ask me anything improv related by emailing me at hisilentx@gmail.com.

Notes From My Improv Notebook: Ep. 6 – Fear

On the sixth episode of Notes From My Improv Notebook, Xchel talks about fear and how it limits our play. He talks about how we must be aware of fear so we can overcome it. Notes From My Improv Notebook was recorded in front of my self-judgement. Ask me anything improv related by emailing me at hisilentx@gmail.com.

Notes From My Improv Notebook: Ep. 5 – How to Deal with Auditions

On the fifth episode of Notes From My Improv Notebook, Xchel talks about auditions. Those experiences can be awkward but if you approach them the right way, you can walk away with more than you expected! Notes From My Improv Notebook was recorded in front of my self-judgement. Ask me anything improv related by emailing me at hisilentx@gmail.com.

Notes From My Improv Notebook: Ep. 4 – Group Agreement with Jacque Arend

On the fourth episode of Notes From My Improv Notebook, Xchel invites Jacque Arend to talk about group agreement. Together we explore how we can heighten within a group game. Also, we discuss allowing ourselves to enjoy the process. You can find Jacque Arend on Instagram: @GoldToothe. She will be performing in The Red Velvet Cake War at TheaterWorks in Peoria, AZ. Notes From My Improv Notebook is recorded in front of my self-judgement. Ask me anything improv related by emailing me at hisilentx@gmail.com.

Notes From My Improv Notebook: Ep. 3 – Burn to Learn: The Reburn-er-ing

On the third episode of Notes From My Improv Notebook, Xchel talks about what he thinks is the best way to learn. If you’re making moves with the best intention and you fail… congratulations, you’ve just learned! Notes From My Improv Notebook was recorded in front of my self-judgement. Ask me anything improv related by emailing me at hisilentx@gmail.com.

Notes From My Improv Notebook: Ep. 2 – Intentionality WOooooOO!

On the second episode of Notes From My Improv Notebook, Xchel talks about intentionality and how to approach it in your play. Understanding why you make a move will open up the world of possibility in your play. Notes From My Improv Notebook was recorded in front of my self-judgement. Ask me anything improv related by emailing me at hisilentx@gmail.com.

Notes From My Improv Notebook: Ep. 1 – Short to Long

On the first episode of Notes From My Improv Notebook, Xchel introduces the podcast and why he wants to help your play. We find out how short form can be a teaching tool to better understand long form. Lastly,  Xchel introduces an exercise that incorporates the lesson from the podcast. Notes From My Improv Notebook was recorded in front of my self-judgement. Ask me anything improv related by emailing me at hisilentx@gmail.com.