February 2019 | Vol. 19 Iss. 02
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SECOND ANNUAL WASATCH IMPROV FESTIVAL BRINGS BIG LAUGHS, BIGGER TALENT TO MIDVALE By Bob Bedore | bob@mycityjournals.com
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he organizers of the 2nd Annual Wasatch Improv Festival were a little worried going into their second year. The first year of the festival had been a great success and was already being mentioned as one of the best festivals of the year by some of the performers. But in the end, they didn’t have to sweat a drop as the second installment of the WIF was bigger and better than ever. Thirty teams, representing eleven states, came to Utah to perform improv comedy at the Midvale Performing Arts Center. The event lasted three days and included not only the performances for people to attend, but also classes and special events. All in in all it was pretty much 72 hours of straight good times and an improv lovefest. “We really wanted this to a great showing,” said WIF Board Member Jason Wild. “Last year was so much fun, but it was good to take what we learned from our first year and see the improvements to this year’s festival. And I’m excited to do it again next year and raise the bar even higher.” For those unfamiliar with the art from known as improv, here’s a quick run-down. Actors perform scenes without a script and usually only a small suggestion from the audience. They have to rely on, and trust, their teammates to help them create these scenes. Some of you might be acquainted with the television show, “Whose Line Is It Anyway?”.
The Purdy Twins (Adam Bowling and Kelly Chambers) sign in to the 2019 Wasatch Improv Festival. Signing the banner before going on stage is a
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