Blog Posts - Many of the Octavarius members have performed and been a part of Theatre of Ted at Illinois State University. Theatre of Ted’s rallying cry is “Dare to suck!” which means to dare to create something great with the possibility of...
Step by Step, Family Matters will have a Full House
Blog Posts - Many of the Octavarius members grew up watching the TGIF programming block on Friday nights on ABC. It was filled with fun, family-safe, sitcoms that usually centered around quirky families that made their own fun. Most of them had catchy...
I want to join the “Rent is 2 Damn High Party”
Blog Posts - The “Rent is 2 Damn High Party” is led by Jimmy McMillan in New York. Jimmy is a Vietnam Veteran and former Huey Helicopter gunner. He is serious and although he may not be the best governor of New York,...
Kindergarten Photos part 2!
Blog Posts - I know we talked earlier this week in the podcast about what I looked like when I was in kindergarten. I mostly wore suspenders and bow ties. That’s how I enjoyed looking. My mother was so kind as to provide...
Happy National Coming Out Day!!!
Blog Posts - As a member of Chicago’s improv comedy community, Octavarius supports all efforts to bring fun and positivity to every community. Second City’s own Brian Gallivan (Sassy Gay Friend) has recently made a video for the It Gets Better Project. We...
Ernest Borgnine’s secret to a long life
Blog Posts - Ernest Borgnine was recently on SNL and had the time of his life. What fantastic joy! Thanks to Jason Chin’s improvised blog for this clip! Tinz also has made a great Borgnine tshirt
Change your Facebook Language to Pirate!
Blog Posts - Everyone knows that September 19th every year is “Talk Like a Pirate Day”. I’ve got some great news for everyone! You no longer even have to talk to people on “Talk Like a Pirate Day” to properly observe the holiday!...
Is Steve Urkel the Greatest Inventor of Our Time?
Blog Posts - Steve Urkel, you are the most impressive inventor of the late 20th century and have made products that we all can barely live with out. Yes, Steve Urkel, you did do that. You did create “cool juice” that transformed your...
In Honor of Break-Up Week
Blog Posts - If you’re dealing with a break-up, here is a brand-new, sure-fire, classic break-up song. The incomparable Cee Lo Green everyone!
Geordi La Forge would be an obnoxious neighbor
Blog Posts - I know what you’re thinking. Brian, are you CRAZY?! Geordi La Forge has been the CHIEF ENGINEER on a FLAGSHIP of Star Fleet! He knows how to use a transporter, a phaser (kind of), he knows how to harness the...
