Thank you to all who auditioned this past March; it was an action packed, fun-filled day for all. This area has such burgeoning talent and, as we see the Portsmouth comedy scene develop and evolve, we couldn’t be happier. Although the decision was ridiculously difficult, we are happy to be adding Jen Whitley to the Stranger than Fiction family.

Hilarious, easy-going, and from Maine, Jen enjoys long walks on the beach, water polo, and you guessed it, horse diving. Actually, we’re not really sure she enjoys any of these things, really. All we know for sure is that she lives in Portland. And that’s in . . . you guessed it, Maine. So, welcome Jen, our newest addition from Maine. Sorry Tara, you’ve just been out-Mained.

Recently our very own John and Jillian led a fun-filled, fast pace workshop for NH’s Destination Imagination leaders, using lessons from improvisation to teach the art of storytelling. If you attended that workshop, or didn’t attend and wish to know more about improvisation fundamentals, we have attached our notes and outline below. Let the record state that John Herman gets most the credit for this one, designing not only an engaging lesson, but leading both workshops in a single bound. Some say he can fly. At any rate, a warm thank you to all who attended and plan to spread the good word of improv within their own teaching, coaching, and programs. We hope you have some new techniques in your arsenal of awesomeness. Yeah! (slow-motion high-five)

Storytelling Workshop

Enjoy!