Hollywood Handbook
Vic Michaelis and Matt Apodaca, Our Improv Friends
Nov 28, 2023
Old school improviser Hayes works with new generation improvisers Vic Michaelis and Matt Apodaca to create a groundbreaking improv show. They discuss topics such as exploring the possibilities of flowing stuff, a show idea about famous Disney characters, physical confrontations, unique flavors of mac and cheese, and planning for the unknown in improv and acting. They also talk about their relationship with their parents, performance and theater, and the process of auditioning and hiring.
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- The performers discuss the challenges and safety measures involved in creating a unique performance experience in a stairwell.
- They reflect on finding a balance between their individual performance styles and consider the comedic opportunities presented by unexpected events.
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Creating a Unique Performance Experience in a Stairwell
The performers discuss their plans to create a unique and unconventional performance experience in a stairwell. They explore the challenges of incorporating physical elements, such as gluing straps and tying people to poster boards to ensure safety. They also discuss the possibility of audience members falling or detaching from the structure and how to incorporate such unexpected moments into the performance.
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