Burt Reynolds Institute to Host Family Improv Night, 10/4

On Saturday, October 4th, at 7:30 p.m. the Lake Park Mirror Ballroom will host a fun, family night of improvisation presented by the wholesome and hilarious Burt Reynolds Institute Improv players. The evening's offering will be unique in that it brings together both adult and young actors performing side by side in an unscripted and always unexpected two hours of laughs and guffaws.

Under the direction of master improvisational artist Todd Vittum, budding and experienced improvisational artists from child to childlike will have the audience rolling in the aisles. The show comes with only one warning: "Laughing is mandatory!"

Vittum has been teaching improv for many years and is himself an experienced performer. He has designed innovative scenarios that make the imagination come alive and his "no scripts - no rules" approach to training is guaranteed to bring a look of surprise and pleasure to the faces of ticket holders. The spontaneity of response -- especially when children are involved -- is the stuff of legend.

In an interview about his training techniques, Vittum said, "Most people think improv is only about being funny. It isn't. However with my troupe, the humor comes from the honesty of the scene and funny just happens!"

The good times start at 7:30 pm and don't end until the laughter dies away. Guests are encouraged to bring a prop for use by the performers. Props will be returned at the end of the evening.

Tickets are $20.00. Reservations are not necessary. Pay at the door cash or check only. Come early... seating is limited. Doors open at 6:45 pm. The Lake Park Mirror Ballroom is located at 535 Park Avenue, Lake Park, Florida inside the Lake Park Town Hall. For information on Laughing Side by Side call 561 743-9955. For more information on classes at the Burt Reynolds Institute, visit www.burtreynoldsinstitute.org.