Episode 57: Jillian Hartman

Guest Jillian Hartman and Sam discuss the power a character’s costume can have over the performer and discuss the pros and cons of letting go of a prop to allow it to shine.  This week’s props: Randy Friednman’s Sunglasses and an Old Timey Scroll.

Jillian Hartman is a writer, producer and improviser in Philadelphia. She is the creator and co-host of Challenge Accepted, a task master inspired live show which recently debuted at SideQuest Theater.

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