Monthly Archives: June 2012

Nora Ephron Quotes

Posted on June 29, 2012 by Gay Gasser

Nora Eprhon (May 19, 1941- June 26, 2012) was a prolific writer who is best know for  her romantic  comedies, “When Harry Met Sally”, “Sleepless in Seattle” and “You’ve Got Mail”. Here are a few of my favorite Nora Ephron … Continue reading →

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Lindsey Barrow: Head Explodes But The Show Must Go On.

Posted on June 28, 2012 by Gay Gasser

What does one do with a double major in Anthropology and Psychology from the University of Missouri? Moves to LA to study comedy! At least that’s what Lindsey Barrow did. Lindsey will be coming to NYC this weekend to perform … Continue reading →

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Camp Letter and Care Package Ideas

Posted on June 27, 2012 by Gay Gasser

The bugle calls and campers gather round to see to see who got mail. These are the moments that result in family stories, future comedy routines, or psychiatric visits. Make sure you little camper gets lots of short letters, post … Continue reading →

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Mel Cowan, Laughable & Lovable, Comes to Del Close Marathon

Posted on June 27, 2012 by Gay Gasser

Mirth in a Box has always been a fan of Mel Cowan and we’re glad to be able to interview this stellar talent from the west coast. Mel will be performing at the 14th Annual Del CloseMarathon in NYC. The … Continue reading →

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Wackiest Summer Camps!

Posted on June 26, 2012 by Gay Gasser

When I was a kid summer  camp was archery, swimming, horseback riding, lanyard making, campfires, tents abuzz with mosquitos, latrines w/ flies and mess halls with cockroaches. My children were lucky enough to go to a camp, Long Lake Camp … Continue reading →

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Deborah Tarica Flies from LA to NYC for Comedyfest…and, Boy, are Her Arms Tired!

Posted on June 25, 2012 by Gay Gasser

Deborah Tarica made her first stage appearance in third grade, got booed off stage (we made that up) and waited years before venturing in front of a crowd again. Improv is more to her liking than grammar school drama. Phew! Deborah … Continue reading →

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Fruit and Vegetable Jokes

Posted on June 25, 2012 by Gay Gasser

For your groaning pleasure, Mirth in a Box has harvested some of the finest fruit and vegetable jokes from the world wide web. Why do melons have fancy weddings?Because they cantalope. Why do potatoes make good detectives? Because they keep … Continue reading →

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Casey Feigh Comes to Del Close Marathon: Caffeinated Comedy

Posted on June 24, 2012 by Gay Gasser

Casey Feigh?  Just who is Casey Feigh?  Well if you don’t know, read on (OK, read anyway).  Casey will be performing many, many times with 7 different groups at the 14th Annual Del Close Marathon in NYC next weekend (June … Continue reading →

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Steve Szlaga Comes to Del Close: Hot Hot Hot Comic Talent!

Posted on June 23, 2012 by Gay Gasser

Mirth in a Box is pleased to interview another young LA improver, Steve Szlaga. Steve will be performing at the 14th Annual Del Close Marathon in NYC next weekend. This 3 day celebration of long form comedy improv runs June … Continue reading →

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Troll Sighting Near Burr Homestead

Posted on June 22, 2012 by Gay Gasser

Fairfield, CT According to a friend of a friend, a small, naked troll was seen strolling past the Burr Homestead late Friday night. A passerby chased the troll in to some shrubbery and quickly phoned her best friend. News of … Continue reading →

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