My guest is Annie Sertich, is an improv goddess and actress who has delighted audiences with her wit, humor, and broad range of styles. She has been seen on stages all over the world, as a performer, improviser and teacher. Annie is a longtime member of The Groundlings, an iconic improv comedy school in Los Angeles. We talked to Annie about how she got her start in the improv world, how she has grown as an artist over the years, and why her work is so important to her.
Annie's one woman show "How to not Kill Yourself for 30 Days... And the Next 330" has consistently won praises from critics. Her show was also a standout at “Edinburg Fringe Festival.
- “As breezily funny as she is frank” - Fest Magazine
- “Sertich shines as an excellent character actor” - Short Com
- “Audience members were moved to tears from each end of the emotional spectrum, laughing and crying simultaneously. Despite the dark subject matter, this one-woman show will leave you feeling uplifted with the light that is Annie Sertich.” - Glasgow Living
We also talked about how Annie brings her personal experiences to life on stage, and why improvisation in particular helps her to process her thoughts and feelings.
