So we’ve all heard about the news of the new t-shirts that arrived just last week. A handful have already been snatched up by eager students and fans alike, and Thursday night, fashion took on a new stage at the theater. Here are a few photos from the shoot!

T-shirts can be purchased from the theater for $12, or they can even be shipped to you for an additional $3. Who knew comedy and style could be this easy?

Need information on upcoming Austin improv classes?  We are registering new students all the time! Call or email us with questions and to get in on the fun.

But then…the bright lights spot lit Kristy and she took a deep breath and went ALL CRAZYHORSE COOKOO LIKE TO THE MAX!!!  And out of this bubbly and sunshiny gal came the wildest,  jaw-dropping nuts-o stories we have had the privileged to play off of in a long damn time.  And we LOVED it.  Kristy has great stories…if you ever run into her out there in the world, as her about the slip-n-slide (wink).  Our only regret is that we didn’t have more time to hear what could have possibly come out of her mouth next.  And now, we are #70 of those 365 things! Thanks for visitin’!

If you saw the show and you wanna learn more about Improv classes in Austin come and get it!

Negin Farsad-comic and Nerdcore Rising creator

In recent years, the phenomena of nerd rapping or “Nerdcore” has reached a terrifying high. Comics and infmaous lyricists such as our very own Terp 2 It, MC Chris, and MC Frontalot take much of that rap cake, and frequently perform at high-profile music festivals, such as SXSW. One comic has had her finger on the pulse of such rap happenings, and her name is Negin Farsad. Starting out with her stand-up, and then moving on to make her own movie about the arising art, Nerdcore Rising put a name to the craft, and soon made a name for herself when she displayed it at SXSW last year. Farsad is returning to the Lone Star State this year for SXSW to display her stand-up skills, and get involved with the comedy scene around Austin. Let’s get to know her!
First off, what is Nerdcore Rising?

Nerdcore Rising is a comedy about nerdcore hip hop which is essentially geeks rapping about geeky things like Dungeons & Dragons, video games, and algorythms for security encryption. It premiered at SXSW and since then I find all kinds of excuses to keep coming back.

Why are you at SXSW?

I’ll be jamming the IFC network’s airwaves with my FACE! I’m reporting on all things “information uber highway digital cloud space.” Audiences will watch as I predict the future of apps, computers, and the status update. I’ll also be hosting a talk at the IFC studios (March 13, 3pm) on comedians using twitter – much hilarity will possibly ensue. I’m assuming. I hope.

What projects have you been working on lately?

Outside of my work for IFC, I just wrapped up writing a cartoon series for PBS and I’m currently working on making my second films. Which is scary but must be done. Here’s a hint: it’s a comedy. And “love” might feature prominently in it.

What can you expect from this SXSW show?

You can expect some standup from me (which was my day job before I ever started making movies) and you can also expect an unnaturally talented group of Austinites masterfully executing some improv based on my standup.

What is next for NR?

Nerdcore Rising is out and about – you can buy it on DVD, you can watch in on iTunes, you can rent it on netflix. Its anywhere and everywhere and you have no more excuses not to see it! visit this: www.nerdcorerising.com

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People demanded and we responded! We’ve got Megaphone shirts! We’ll ship them to you (because we’re crazy) for an extra $3 of what they normally cost ($12). Of course, you can buy them at the theater as well!

Size

Small $15.00 Girls Small $15.00 Medium $15.00 Large $15.00 Extra Large $15.00

If you ever get the chance to see Flann OMalley pull all of his punches on stage at Air Sex, not much is left to the imagination as to what happens with him behind the bedroom. The Bellingham contestant holds no move back when impressing judges and audiences, and he is set to perform at the SXSW show here in Austin. Let’s get to know the man behind the libido!

Maybe you’ve seen him around The New Movement from time to time, performing as a part of The Megaphone show. You may have laughed at his witty remarks while improvising at The Shootaround. You might even know the man. But most people don’t know the real Dan Rumney, underneath the layers and collared shirts. Let’s meet the improviser! 

First off, how did you first get involved with TNM?

I used to drive up and down Chicon every day, driving my fiancee to school. I would drive past this building with a big megaphone on it and decided to find out what it is. When it turned out to be a comedy theatre with improv classes, I decided it was time to finally take classes.

Were you trained at any other conservatories before you joined TNM?

I was not. I’d considered taking classes with UCB when we lived in New York, but never got round to it. Lame anecdote, huh?

What is next for you in the world of comedy?

Next is ‘Ghost Prom’. Ghost Prom is the most exciting thing to ever come out of East Austin. Ever. We are an improv troupe from The New Movement; we’re currently in rehearsals, getting to know each other and how we improvise together. All I can tell you at the moment is to watch… this… space…
Besides improv, I’m interested in performing in some of the sketches that are coming out of the writing class.

Now the big question: What does Dan Rumney find funny?

I’m a big fan of British satire: The Thick of It, The Day Today, I’m Sorry I Haven’t a Clue. Since moving to America, though, I’ve been introduced to some great stuff that I was totally unaware of in the UK: Christopher Guest movies, Arrested Development, The Daily Show. All that… and puns

TNM is an improv training center in Austin 100% focused on comedy. To register for our comedy classes contact us (form on the right) today!

You see, it all started last summer when Chris made his rounds about the U.S. hosting The Air Sex World Championships Tour.  The tour got some fun and notable press and caught the roving eye of the folks over at Oxygen’s Bad Girls Club.  So, a few months after the tour Chris and the Air Sex crew were asked to head on over to L.A. to host an Air Sex competition in which the gals of the B.G.C. would participate.  That all happened, they filmed it for an episode and history was made.

Last week episode 1 (of 2, we believe) of the Air Sex appearances aired with some delightful surprises.  For example, Chris looks way different on TV.

…and…

As fun as making that discovery was, the most valuable discovery is swiftly becoming the wealth of opinionated and attentive message board goers this Oxygen gem has produced.  As of post time, there were 12 pages of inspired discussions, astute character analysis and animated debates over which Chris Trew is lording with the selfless detachment we have all come to appreciate in his art.

Stay tuned for the next airing of the Bad Girls Club which is rumored to feature more delectable bits and pieces of our very own bad boy.

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