The Streamy Awards : Is That Yours?

It's time for the 2010 Streamy Awards! Please click on the link below and nominate Is That Yours? for the Best New Comedy Web Series!

Just enter "Is That Yours?" in the Series Name field, and copy and paste the following link into the Series URL field: http://www.isthatyours.com

 

---

Mazel Tov, Cheers, Drink Up : Scarlett Ridgway Savage

As a seasoned reviewer of stage, screen, and film, and a favorite of the queen (several, actually), "Is That Yours" is the kind of comedy we've not seen since Monty Python burst forth from that little place we all came from and now refer to as the island where Jack the Ripper was born. The actresses each bring something special to the screen--Continelli's complete natural ease, Pearson's skilled comic techniques, Graycar's over-the-top sexuality and Malone's willingness to eat her own boogers for a laugh, all mesh together to make a delicious flavor of comedy. It's the Funhouse Version of Sex and the City---but wittier and more subtle.

But the star of this show without question is the brilliant writing of Continelli and Malone. Every scene, every line, every glance--nothing is wasted, there is no fat. Most shows depend on the talent of the actors to make the writing work to its best advantage; and while this crew is incredibly skilled, this writing would stand alone if read by homeless people performing for sewer rats---or critics from the Globe.

Once the world gets wind of this little project, it'll change the entire face of the way women are acceptably allowed to do comedy today.

Mazel tov, cheers, drink up, and F*&KING WATCH!!!!

---Scarlett Ridgway Savage, "The Wire", "The Examiner"

 

---

Is That Yours Launch Party : A Success!

The premiere of "Is That Yours?" happened on March 14th at Club Café and a great time was had by all. The audience laughed a lot (usually a good sign when one is launching a comedy), and we even got a business card from an entertainment lawyer/agent. We have a meeting with her on April 1st. Wish us luck - representation would be fantastic!

Though alcohol was abundant, neither Anne nor Deb partook, choosing instead to sip herbal tea and pontificate totality of it all.

The Q&A brought to light some interesting things to consider for future episodes, and was very, very helpful. We thank all who offered their comments.

You can see pictures of the launch party here. and look for video footage coming soon!.

 

---

Anne's Mother Still Doesn't Understand.

My mother is a tax law genius. People call her from all over the country seeking her advice. She knows every loophole the system has to offer, and conveys this information to her clients with ease. The woman graduated Valedictorian and has always been the brains of the family.

Why she can't get what I do, I'll never know.

In this next scene, envision a 5' tall, 120 lb. Italian woman with the kindest disposition.

 

Ring ring.

Mom: Hello?

Me: Hey Mom, it's Annie.

Mom: Oh hi honey. How are you doing?

Me:Tired.

Mom: Why?

Me: Well, the premiere is this weekend and we have so much last minute stuff to do.

Mom: Oh, I know. Isn't it so exhausting? (pause) What premiere, honey?

Me: The premiere of our show.

Silence

Me (cont'd): You know, our show? The one we're launching this weekend?

Mom: Oh okay! (pause) What show is that, honey?

Me: Is That Yours? The comedy show we've been working on for..(looks at calendar). about a year now?

Mom: Oh! Is that the one with the dead black man on the floor?

Me: Well, that was the pilot.this is the show..

Mom: I just love that movie. Where are you showing it?

Me: No, Mom, it's not just that short film. We made several other episodes.we're creating a web series - a comedy show. Like Seinfeld?

Long pause

Mom: Would you like a pastry, dear?

 

We just mailed her a DVD. I just know after she gets it and watches it, she'll call me and say:

Mom: This is so funny, honey. You know what it's like? A television show.like Seinfeld!

 

We'll keep you posted.