Post by The X-Factor on May 11, 2009 4:39:04 GMT -5
Usually after a “Best of” show happens, I usually post a review where I comment on and score each sketch individually. No matter how hard I try, this time I can’t seem to do that. All I can think about is the mass exodus of cast members that are graduating this year from both Farce Side and Barren Mind, and how much it sucks that they’re leaving ASU Comedy.
Joe Clay
He was more known for his time on Barren Mind. One of the things I’ll always remember about him was that, no matter what, he could always turn a negative into a positive. Joe always seemed at the top of his game on Barren Mind, and never appeared to perform badly no matter what game he was doing. He had a strong presence of mind whenever he did his improv thing, which is always important when doing comedy. He won the Most Improved award twice, because no matter what, he was always improving.
Ian McAlpine
Ian was, in general, good at character acting. For him, it wasn’t necessarily important to be funny, but just to be the character he’s supposed to be at the time. My biggest problem with him was that he wasn’t as committed to Farce Side as everyone else. When he was around, he had what it took.
Nick Zautra
Perhaps one of the smartest cast members to come around in the last few years. Yes, Nick was good onstage, but his strongest suit was his content, and what it brought to Farce Side. His brand of comedy was well put together, not to mention outright hilarious. Nick was also energetic and had a strong stage presence that could not be denied. Nick was one of my favorites of the last seven years, because he had that spark that allowed him to get the crowd laughing every time.
Kyle Coughlin
This guy’s done it all. Within his first year he was already the director Farce Side, and in his first few months as director I gave Farce Side a perfect 10 for the first time ever. I think what helped is that he had support from his dad, who would come to practically every show he was performing in. Kyle knew how to get the job done, and I’ll miss the guy. I wonder what the future holds for him, but I think he’ll be fine.
Alison Tafel
One of my favorite sketches that Alison did was a sketch called “I was so drunk” in 2007, which had her doing a long-winded speech - in which her character was drunk - which lasted for approximately four minutes. Up until that part, I did notice her, and I thought that she was okay, but after seeing that I found myself saying, “Damn! She was so good.”
Stacey Norgren
I don’t think there will be anyone who can match Stacey’s level of energy and audacity. As a Director of Barren Mind, Stacey did not waste any time proving that she was a step up from her predecessors. Also, the battle show against Comedy Corner was her idea, and it has been one of the most spectacular shows I’ve ever seen in the last seven years. No matter what, Stacey could always bring a smile to someone‘s face. Anyone who goes to Barren Mind knows what she does to a Red Bull Sugar Free before the show starts. It won’t be the same without her.
Lauren Witek
She’s one girl I really wish wasn’t going away. Lauren had so much spirit and vivaciousness, on and off the shows. I think that her strongest suit wasn’t just the how, but the who. She could do any character she was playing effectively, and she never seemed to have a bad sketch. Lauren was not only good at performing, but also a pleasure to hang around, as she was a sweet person in general.
I'll miss them all, but ASU Comedy will continue on. Sam Lowy will take over as Director of Barren Mind, and Alex Petrusek will step in as Asst. Director. Hopefully Bradford Dworak will return. I really missed the guy these last few months.
It’s been a wild ride for me these past seven years, and I’m gonna keep coming for as long as I can. Until next time…
Joe Clay
He was more known for his time on Barren Mind. One of the things I’ll always remember about him was that, no matter what, he could always turn a negative into a positive. Joe always seemed at the top of his game on Barren Mind, and never appeared to perform badly no matter what game he was doing. He had a strong presence of mind whenever he did his improv thing, which is always important when doing comedy. He won the Most Improved award twice, because no matter what, he was always improving.
Ian McAlpine
Ian was, in general, good at character acting. For him, it wasn’t necessarily important to be funny, but just to be the character he’s supposed to be at the time. My biggest problem with him was that he wasn’t as committed to Farce Side as everyone else. When he was around, he had what it took.
Nick Zautra
Perhaps one of the smartest cast members to come around in the last few years. Yes, Nick was good onstage, but his strongest suit was his content, and what it brought to Farce Side. His brand of comedy was well put together, not to mention outright hilarious. Nick was also energetic and had a strong stage presence that could not be denied. Nick was one of my favorites of the last seven years, because he had that spark that allowed him to get the crowd laughing every time.
Kyle Coughlin
This guy’s done it all. Within his first year he was already the director Farce Side, and in his first few months as director I gave Farce Side a perfect 10 for the first time ever. I think what helped is that he had support from his dad, who would come to practically every show he was performing in. Kyle knew how to get the job done, and I’ll miss the guy. I wonder what the future holds for him, but I think he’ll be fine.
Alison Tafel
One of my favorite sketches that Alison did was a sketch called “I was so drunk” in 2007, which had her doing a long-winded speech - in which her character was drunk - which lasted for approximately four minutes. Up until that part, I did notice her, and I thought that she was okay, but after seeing that I found myself saying, “Damn! She was so good.”
Stacey Norgren
I don’t think there will be anyone who can match Stacey’s level of energy and audacity. As a Director of Barren Mind, Stacey did not waste any time proving that she was a step up from her predecessors. Also, the battle show against Comedy Corner was her idea, and it has been one of the most spectacular shows I’ve ever seen in the last seven years. No matter what, Stacey could always bring a smile to someone‘s face. Anyone who goes to Barren Mind knows what she does to a Red Bull Sugar Free before the show starts. It won’t be the same without her.
Lauren Witek
She’s one girl I really wish wasn’t going away. Lauren had so much spirit and vivaciousness, on and off the shows. I think that her strongest suit wasn’t just the how, but the who. She could do any character she was playing effectively, and she never seemed to have a bad sketch. Lauren was not only good at performing, but also a pleasure to hang around, as she was a sweet person in general.
I'll miss them all, but ASU Comedy will continue on. Sam Lowy will take over as Director of Barren Mind, and Alex Petrusek will step in as Asst. Director. Hopefully Bradford Dworak will return. I really missed the guy these last few months.
It’s been a wild ride for me these past seven years, and I’m gonna keep coming for as long as I can. Until next time…