THE FREE PRESS ENTERTAINMENT AUGUST 24, 2000 Bll Tristan Rynsewyn wears the dunce cap, but Derich Seidl fits that description too, as two of the Improv Ad Nauseum vets. b*s rynsewyn photo Prepare to laugh — with improv For those who missed the Fringe, or for those who were inspired by it, the fun is not over yet. Some of the best improvisational theatre players in the area take part in Improv Ad Nauseam, the monthly theatre sports freak-out at Art Space. This weekend IAN ilexes its creative muscles again, which means comedy fans should warm up their laughing muscles. “You can come to IAN and realize that the best improv money can buy is local talent,” says Bas Rynsewyn, director of the monthly event. "We have the top talents from several local improv groups combined for our shows. Wear Depends, cause you’ll wet your pants.” This is the fourth month for IAN and in that time the principal comedians have acrued a reputation for high-calibre ensemble work, and for some individual elasticity as well. By now they know the improv games that work best, and they now have the challenge of keeping it fresh. “Some things work, they’re popular, so we have those games, and we are looking at some new, exciting games. There’s really no shortage of games out there for us. And sometimes a game will fall flat on its face, but the next day it will be a hit,” Bas says. “It is non-scripted and there are so many variables and you rely so on the audience suggestions, it can really go anywhere. The players understand that. They can take a little suggestion and take it over the top.’’ These cows jump over the moon on Saturday night, 8 p.m. at Art Space. Tickets are $5 each, available in advance from Books & Company or at the door. Bas reminds everyone that “Saturday is free mushroom night: anyone who pays us double will receive a free mushroom.” That’s a joke. Sort of. If you do want to pay double, he will give you a free mushroom. Go on, try it. ! 1997 Toyota Rav 4 1996 Toyota Camry LE 1995 GMC Jimmy 4wd, loaded, air, power group, ABS, alloy wheels 4-Door, 4 cyl, automatic, air conditioning, 4WWr, auto, loaded, w/leather and more $20 998 i>ower w'n(^ows’'oc*'s’cru'se $18 998 $17 998 Too many used vehicles are cleaned up, but not in proper running order when sold. This is not the case when you purchase one of these Northern Toyota Certified Used Vehicles that have undergone a 100 point inspection process, safety and mechanical repairs completed to certified standards. They are sold with a 30 day powertrain warranty, a seven day / 1500km exchange privilege, supplemental loss of use coverage, a full tank of gas, 4 credits for oil and filter changes, and membership to our comprehensive roadside assistance program. 1998 Honda Civic 1996 Ford Taurus GL 1992 Honda Civic 4 cyl, 5-speed, am/fm cassette V6, auto, air conditioning, p. windows/locks Automatic, air conditioning, power windows, $13,998 $12,998 tocks cruise $9,998 m "Don’t take chances." 1991 Toyota Previa Van 4WD Auto, dual air conditioning, power window, locks, cruise control, mags $11,998 Promised Value... Written Proof. • 100 Point Inspection Process • Safety and Mechanical Repairs Completed to certified standards • 30 Day Powertrain Warranty • 7 Day/1500km Exchange Privilege • Supplemental Loss of Use Coverage • Full Tank of Fuel • 4 Oil and Filter Changes • Roadside Assistance Northern Toyota S 1996 Acura TL30 6 cyl, loaded, leather, air, cruise, automatic, 90,000 kms, excellent shape $25,998 The Biggest Little i Brewery /m /m u im TOYOTA sli, Northern Toyota «Jh7lR/d"°