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Send us a textExploring Improv and Unique Experiences with Dennis UptonIn this episode of Open Forum in The Villages, Florida, host Mike Roth chats with Dennis Upton about his extensive 23-year journey in improv. Dennis shares how he transitioned from teaching to improv through an adult education class and his continued engagement after moving to The Villages. He recounts memorable scenes, including a magical surf burial and his transformation into characters like Victor. Dennis also highlights the versatility improv offers in various roles, including being Santa Claus and participating in patient simulation work to assist healthcare training. The episode encapsulates the unpredictable and humorous essence of improv, encouraging listeners to explore and appreciate this art form.00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:08 Dennis Upton's Improv Journey01:18 Memorable Improv Moments03:34 Unique Improv Experiences06:28 Accents and Character Work11:51 The Joy of Improv Shows14:18 Conclusion and Show Information Over the next several weeks, while I'm out of town, I've decided to release some reedited and improved versions of the most popular shows in the series, as well as some totally new episodes. I hope you enjoy them. I'll be back in mid-November with some new episodesSupport the showOpen Forum in The Villages, Florida is Produced & Directed by Mike RothA new episode will be released most Fridays at 9 AMDirect all questions and comments to [email protected] you know a Villager who should appear on the show, please contact us at: [email protected]
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