Harish A. Organizer of Laughing Matter Training
Title: Executive Director, Instructor
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February 17, 2009
Organizer of this Meetup Group since
February 17, 2009
Introduction
Improv comedy is a tool that can mobilize individuals toward positive social change in a community. Laughing Matter does so thru service at hospitals, shelters, senior homes, and other therapeutic sites in the greater-Boston community.
Do you have previous improv, theater, or performing arts experience(s)?
I performed with Off-Off Campus, the University of Chicago's improv comedy group, for three years. Most notably, Off-Off Campus performed at the North Carolina Comedy Arts Festival and Chicago's 50th Anniversary of Improv Theater Celebration.
Do you have previous volunteer experience(s)?
During a summer in Ghana, I worked with the Young & Wise Center to promote sexual and reproductive health rights and to establish an improv comedy group for community youth. I've also worked as an ESL tutor and hospital aide over the past few years.
What do you love about improv?
Improv presents an opportunity to explore humorous situations in a group context that facilitates creative thinking. Improv teaches one to think on their feet, work with others, and deal with the unexpected, skills relevant to daily life.
Can you make a committment to rehearse once every other week?
Absolutely. Where else would I be?
Have you ever auditioned to obtain membership into a group?
Yes. Off-Off Campus required a two-round audition followed by a final selection. I am, of course, very glad I went through the experience.
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Harish A. posted a greeting for Griselda Tomaino
"Hi Griselda! Thanks for your interest in Laughing Matter! Please keep an eye out for upcoming rehearsals. We're doing some schedule re-organization at present, but plan to be on two feet in the near future. Feel free to contact me with any questions."
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Harish A. posted a greeting for Diana Gundacker
"Hi Diana, welcome to Laughing Matter! We'd love to see you at our next rehearsal! Please feel free to contact me with any questions."
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$9.00 Monthly
This covers: Rehearsal space and web site
Payment is accepted using:
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- Cash or check - “Members may pay $3.00 in cash or check after each rehearsal, or pay $9.00 in cash or check at the end of every month.”
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