Zenprov Comedy celebrates Memorial Day Weekend with “Hysterical History!”
Join Zenprov Comedy for a romp through the ages in "Hysterical History." The fun starts at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 25, at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. Tickets are $16 pre-sale or $18 at the door. Get tickets at this link: https://sedonafilmfestival.com/event/zenprov-comedy-hysterical-history/ From playing with time travel to enacting a couple's first date to re-imagine what really happened after Neil Armstrong landed on the moon, Zenprov Comedy is an improv comedy show like none other. The troupe will also dive into the inventions throughout history and take them far into the future.
"Chris Redish is directing this time around, and he's bringing a lot of interesting new games and intelligence to this subject matter of memory, time and recollection and 'what ifs?' that will be very fun to watch," said Derek Dujardin, director of Zenprov Comedy.
"Zenprov Comedy is the funniest improv troupe in Northern Arizona. People were laughing so hard their cheeks were hurting," said Patrick Schweiss, Executive Director of the Sedona International Film Festival. Now in its 17th year, Zenprov Comedy is a local Sedona favorite that taps into the rich source material that comes from living in a place steeped in spiritual seeking, UFOs, vortexes, self-help gurus, radical vegans and confused tourists lost in roundabouts.
Jessica Mitolo, an Associate Artistic Director at Second City, coaches Zenprov Comedy. "I work with improv troupes from all over the world, and Zenprov is one of my favorites. Since 2020, I've enjoyed coaching them through a creative renaissance. They are a true ensemble that inhabits that sweet spot of being both silly and insightful. A joy and a treat not to be missed."
The super minds of Zenprov Comedy are Derek Dujardin, Shaeri Richards, Shaunn Cochran, Chris Redish, Betty Testa, Dr. Linda Roemer, Nathaniel Montgomery, and Mary Carder. Please note: Shows are rated PG-13 and are seldom politically correct. The Mary D. Fisher Theater is located across the street from the Harkins Movie Theater on 2030 St. Rt. 89A, next door to BMO Harris. Doors open at 7:20 p.m. The show starts promptly at 7:30 p.m. and concludes around 9:15 p.m. Beer, wine, and snacks are available in the lobby. Tickets are $16 pre-sale or $18 the day of the show.