There It Is Podcast

No. 15 - Charna Halpern Talks Improv and iO


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In today's episode Jason talks to the incomparable Charna Halpern! Ms. Halpern is the founder and director of the magnificent iO theater and co-creator of the Harold, the basis of long form improv. Jason talks with Ms. Halpern about the heart of improv, the iO theater and the greats who have come through it like Tina Fey and Adam McKay, as well as her role in getting many greats of SNL past and present on the show. It's an enjoyable and informative talk.
You can buy her books, "Truth in Comedy" and "Art by Committee" on Amazon.
Follow everyone on Twitter: @iOChicago, @iOWest, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrJokes
Websites: www.iOimprov.com, www.ThereItIsPod.com
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