The life and legacy of improv legend Del Close
By Ethan SchwabeThe life and legacy of improv legend Del Close
By Ethan Schwabe
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Del Close was an early innovator in Chicago’s improv comedy scene. His long and storied career included many positions like house director of The Committee, acting coach for SNL and co-founder of iO.
Reset checks in with two pillars in Chicago improv to discuss Close’s life and legacy.
GUESTS: Charna Halpern, co-founder of iO Theater
Susan Messing, co-founder of The Annoyance Theatre