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- 2005 Summary - December 14, 2005
Our last show of the 2005 season was yesterday at Sullivan's. It
went well and we were proud to present Tom and Jen a certificate
granting them honorary membership in the troupe.
It was a heck of a year, with Bill and Todd retiring, Brad dropping
back to special guest appearances only and Wes becoming a father.
The troupe looks different, acts different, but still entertains
better than any troupe near or far.
Thanks to the help of everyone we swept the year in the improv
top 50, taking first place every week.
Have safe and happy holidays and see you January 7th at The
Comedy Zone.
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- Comedy Zone Show - December 3, 2005
Our second show was even better and included Brad, as promised.
The show is smoke-free, so non-smokers rejoice, smokers go outside
or to the adjacent Starz room.
Thanks again to all the regulars, and newbies, that attended.
Performers: Paul Simmons, Bill Slayden, Brad Bumgardner, Frank Murphy,
Dave Snow, Dave Fennell and Greg Huff.
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- Comedy Zone Show - November 7, 2005
The first show was a huge success, 88 people attend and we expect
much more in the future. Our next show will be December 3rd, so
plan that weekend now. And for those of you interested our show
was smoke-free. Which we will be continuing for the next show
as well.
Thanks again to all the regulars, and newbies, that attended.
Performers: Paul Simmons, Bill Slayden, Todd Covert, Frank Murphy,
Dave Snow, Dave Fennell and Greg Huff. We expect Brad Bumgardner
to be with us next time.
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- Comedy Zone Shows - November 1, 2005
It's official, we will be performing at
The Comedy Zone the first
Saturday of every month, starting this November 5th. Tickets are
only $5.00 and the show starts at 6:00 p.m. sharp, so be there on
time. Box office opens up at 5:00 or call ahead for reservations.
Just visit their website or call 692-9663.
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- Dave Snow in a play - October 21, 22 and 23, 2005
That's right, Dave Snow will be performing in The Servant of Two Masters
at Pellissippi State (Hardin Valley Campus). The shows are Friday and
Saturday October 21 and 22 at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday October 23 at 2:00 p.m.
The shows will be in the Performing Arts Center (PAC) of the Lamar Alexander
Building. Click ->here
for directions and a map. Also in the play is Lance Harwell, you may have
seen him on stage with us for several shows. Tickets are $6.00 for students,
$10.00 for non-students.
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- Branching out west - October 10, 2005
Keep your eyes peeled for the details, but we can say with high
confidence that starting November 5, 2005 Einstein Simplified will
be performing the first Saturday of every month at The Comedy Zone
in Knoxville. Once we hash out just a few more details, we'll gladly
pass along the information about when, ticket cost and all the good
stuff. Meanwhile check out
The Comedy Zone for yourself.
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- Retirement Blow Out II - September 27, 2005
The show on the 27th of September was Wes Hope's last show as he has entered
the realm of retirement through fatherhood and the night shift. Bill, Brad
and Todd returned to the stage as well for the big show and it was as
wonderful and fantastic as RBO I. A standing room only crowd gave Wes the
farewell he deserved.
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- CORRECTION Wes Officially becomes a dad - August 16, 2005
Turns out Wes was off on the estimate. Well before the show Danielle went
into labor and at 3:38pm Maddie Hope was born into the world. You can check
out photos of her at http://www.sportsshooter.com/hopefoto/maddie/index.html and
more of Wes's photo work at http://www.sportsshooter.com/members.html?id=1772
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- Pre Father's Day Show - August 16, 2005
The show on the 16th of August will be Wes's last show for a while as
he and his wife prepare for the arrival of their first child. Given
Wes's timing it is only appropriate that the baby is due on Labor Day.
Come on out and say good luck, as well as seeing Brad, Todd and if all
goes well with the stairs, Bill as they join in the festivites.
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- First Time Charmers - August 9, 2005
No sooner do two Steiners retire, then two more appear out of the
woodwork. Greg Huff and Dave Fennell made their 'probationary' first
show appearance this Tuesday and quickly showed that they belonged.
Not only did they get some standing ovations, but Greg set a landmark
by being the first sub-conscience to be struck by an audience member
for taking her line. Way to go guys.
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- Improvisation Classes - Fall 2005
Once again Einstein's own Paul Simmons will be teaching his stellar improv courses
at Pellissippi State. Three members were actually discovered in these classes.
Since you are reading this, you're already online so...
The online courses are located at Pellissippi state online.
The descriptions are below the Professional Audio Engineering course and are included here as well.
Given the material covered, it is a bargain at twice the price.
Beginner Comedy Improv
Students will be instructed on the basics of improvisation including agreement, an introduction to the
Harold and heightening scenes. After completing the course, students will perform on stage in front of
friends and family. Students must purchase "Truth in Comedy" by Charna Halpern et al, ISBN 1566080037,
available at Amazon.com. Minimum of 10 students.
Cost is $65
Registration -> Registration
SPE 619P73
R/Sep 8-Oct 13/6-9 p.m.
Intermediate Comedy Improv
Building on the concept of agreement and heightening, students will learn character creation, environment
building and both long and short form techniques. After completing the course, students will perform on
stage in front of friends and family. Students must have completed Beginner Comedy Improv or get
permission from instructor. Minimum of 10 students.
Cost is $65
Registration -> Registration
SPE 620P73
R/Oct 20-Dec 1/6-9 p.m. (No Class Nov 24)
Non-Credit Registration Information
Phone: Call (865) 539-7167 or (865) 539-7166.
Fax: (865) 694-6583.
Mail: BCS Registration, Pellissippi State, P.O. Box 22990, Knoxville TN 37933-0990.
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- Retirement Blow Out - June 28, 2005
What an incredible show and wonderful event it was as Todd Covert and
Bill Slayden CPA performed their final show with Einstein Simplified.
The crowd was at capacity, SRO in fact, and the show went extra long
and extra funny. Wes Hope hosted the event and Brad Bumgardner participated
as it qualified as one of those special event guest appearances. Wes
did an outstanding job hosting and the final game was of course, Invader,
with Bill guessing and Todd providing the clues. Both were presented
with certificates by Wes, look for shots of the certificates in the photo album.
Todd will be once again be doing the band thing and Bill will be made
bionic to enhance his golf game. Fare thee well gentlemen, it was always
a helluva ride. Remember, like Brad, you are welcome to guest appearances.
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- Catholic Gig Two - May 7, 2005
Yes, on Saturday May 7th we performed for Frank's Church
during their annual fund raising event. Frank was so nervous...How
nervous was he?...glad you asked...He was so nervous that in Animatronics
his hand shook so fast his watch stopped. But he had no reason to be
nervous, the show was a huge hit and of note is that Brad Bumgardner (this
being one of those special shows he does now) was the host for Game Show.
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- Brad Bumgardner, Last Regular Show - May 3, 2005
Yes, the hilarious Brad is retiring to enjoy the life of ease as an over
worked editor. Brad will continue to be available for special shows and weekend
gigs, but will not be joining us for our regular Tuesday shows. We will miss
him as much, if not more, than you the crowd will.
Thanks for everything Brad. Now get off the stage and let us continue on.
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- Online Article - March 18, 2005
Tesa Nauman, who came to the show this past Tuesday (March 15), wrote an article about us at
the online newspaper SevierCountyNews.
You can read her article at this link. It will be there for one week and then can be located through the archive link.
Thanks Tesa.
Tesa also has a website of her own Tesa Cinephiles and says,
"I had a blast watching you guys perform.
I'm definitely coming back to see more of Einstein Simplified. You guys are great!"
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- First Show of 2005 - January 11, 2005
This time Paul brings in the new year as the host for the evening. Make sure
and spread the word about the show and keep voting for us at the Improv Top 50.
We were lagging just before the break, but look to be back on top this week
before our first show.
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- Holiday Break - December 7, 2004 thru January 4, 2005
We are taking off the month of December and the first Tuesday of 2005 due to some
silly little BCS tournament or something like that. We will be back ready to tear
into 2005 on January 11, 2005.
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