I have spent the last 6 years working for or in the Office of the President at ASU. I started as a student worker when I was an undergrad, working on ridiculous charts and terrible Powerpoints. Now I am an ...Read More

Final Countdown

Since I finished the Torch improv training, I've thought a lot about what it means to me to be a trained improvisor *bum bum BUM*. Mostly, the day after the graduation showcase looked like any other day prior. My hair ...Read More

Trust us

Come see my Level VI showcase: August 4, 11 & 18 at 8 pm. It's $5 at Space 55. Read More

Improv of the Future

  • Written by Nina.
  • Posted on August 2, 2010.
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I think she would be surprised at my path. She wouldn't be surprised about where and who I am now, just how I got there. Especially 20 year old me would be surprised with how things developed and the outcomes ...Read More

If your 20-year-old self could meet you today, what would surprise her the most? What would she be most impressed by, and what (if anything) would she find disappointing?

  • Written by Nina.
  • Posted on July 22, 2010.
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"If you wrote something for which someone sent you a check, if you cashed the check and it didn't bounce, and if you then paid the light bill with the money, I consider you talented." - Stephen King This is a ...Read More

Talent

OMG I totally got to meet him and was too worn out/excited/overwhelmed/awestruck to do anything like ask him a question. I guess I would ask him if he truly is hopeful. And if so, how does he stay that way. I ...Read More

If you could ask Barack Obama one question what would it be?

  • Written by Nina.
  • Posted on July 15, 2010.
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You walk beyond the red velvet curtain, and into an intimate space. The stage is empty, but the room is filled with a sense of anticipation and excitement. You can't wait to have a seat and get ready for a ...Read More

Get comfy at the Torch!

So far, I love it. I can't believe I HAVE to read this. Read More

Reading this: Creating Breakthrough Ideas

Come down to Fractal (1301 Grand Ave, Phoenix) and check out a really rich gathering of all the different types of work that is being done with letterpress. The collection includes work from Seesaw Designs, Pyracantha Press, lots of amazing ...Read More

Today is the day of the letterpress exhibit!

Improv is a great model for collaboration. It is also hilarious. It is also the way I got my brain back from a dark place over the last year. I am a fan. If you haven't been to a show, ...Read More

I am the winner

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