1. How have the Paradoja shows evolved and as it grows what are some things that remain consistent?
Something that has never changed with Paradoja is the humor. Everybody knows that if you're going to go to a Paradoja show you should be ready to laugh hysterically. Since I've been a part of Paradoja, it has really expanded to not only putting on scripted skits, but now there is going to be an improve show and a regular play. I think its really cool how they can expand to these different types of shows, but still keep the Paradoja theme.
2. What do you consider to be the groups core philosophy, either in the live shows or in preparing/creating the shows.
I think its really all about not being afraid to speak your mind, to have fun and say what you believe without worrying about what others think.
3. What do you think is Paradoja's reputation, meaning what do you think people might expect from the shows? why does the audience not just keep coming back but grow?
I think people expect to laugh. A lot. Its inevitable and I think that people expect to hear things from a different point of view, maybe one that they already feel, but don't expect to hear in a public setting. I think the audience is growing because when people leave the shows they talk about the jokes and about the issues presented. It's something that sticks with you, that you tell your friends about, and that makes them want to come see the next show.
4.What has working on the Paradoja shows taught you?
Working on the Paradoja shows have taught me that if I don't worry about what people think, I can have have a lot of fun and still be me. I also learned that people actually do listen to others suggestions and take them into consideration, which isn't always practiced in this day and age.
5.What do you think of Dave Coonan both personally and professionally? is there anything you have learned from him?
I think Dave Coonan is a really awesome guy. He really cares about people and tries to help them out. Also, he is very fashionable, and everybody knows it. He is a very professional person and is very compassionate about what he does. He has a great imagination and uses it to make every show he is involved with, a great show. I learned from him, that if you love doing something, you should keep doing it, and keep spreading the joy it brings you to others.
6.What do you think of Mike Pagano both personally and professionally? is there anything you have learned from him
Mike Pagano is a very talented writer, his vision for shows is awesome and he finds a way to really make them hit-home with the audience. Personally, Mike is a great friend, he is always there for anyone who needs to talk or anything, no matter what. He's the type of guy who would help out anybody, not for anything in return, but because he is a genuinely nice person. He taught me to always speak my mind, not to care what anybody thinks, to just be yourself and enjoy every second of life.
7.What’s the atmosphere like during a rehearsals start?
During rehearsals, everybody is very focused. Everyone wants to improve the show, and improve themselves. Everybody listens to and learns from critique and use that to help make a great show. I think its awesome that everybody can be so focused, but still manage to have fun with what they're doing.
8. How has Paradoja allowed you to showcase/explore your individual talent?
Paradoja has allowed me to act, which is something I never ever thought I would be doing, especially in front of a large crowd. I'm really glad to have gotten this opportunity and I really enjoy doing this.
Something that has never changed with Paradoja is the humor. Everybody knows that if you're going to go to a Paradoja show you should be ready to laugh hysterically. Since I've been a part of Paradoja, it has really expanded to not only putting on scripted skits, but now there is going to be an improve show and a regular play. I think its really cool how they can expand to these different types of shows, but still keep the Paradoja theme.
2. What do you consider to be the groups core philosophy, either in the live shows or in preparing/creating the shows.
I think its really all about not being afraid to speak your mind, to have fun and say what you believe without worrying about what others think.
3. What do you think is Paradoja's reputation, meaning what do you think people might expect from the shows? why does the audience not just keep coming back but grow?
I think people expect to laugh. A lot. Its inevitable and I think that people expect to hear things from a different point of view, maybe one that they already feel, but don't expect to hear in a public setting. I think the audience is growing because when people leave the shows they talk about the jokes and about the issues presented. It's something that sticks with you, that you tell your friends about, and that makes them want to come see the next show.
4.What has working on the Paradoja shows taught you?
Working on the Paradoja shows have taught me that if I don't worry about what people think, I can have have a lot of fun and still be me. I also learned that people actually do listen to others suggestions and take them into consideration, which isn't always practiced in this day and age.
5.What do you think of Dave Coonan both personally and professionally? is there anything you have learned from him?
I think Dave Coonan is a really awesome guy. He really cares about people and tries to help them out. Also, he is very fashionable, and everybody knows it. He is a very professional person and is very compassionate about what he does. He has a great imagination and uses it to make every show he is involved with, a great show. I learned from him, that if you love doing something, you should keep doing it, and keep spreading the joy it brings you to others.
6.What do you think of Mike Pagano both personally and professionally? is there anything you have learned from him
Mike Pagano is a very talented writer, his vision for shows is awesome and he finds a way to really make them hit-home with the audience. Personally, Mike is a great friend, he is always there for anyone who needs to talk or anything, no matter what. He's the type of guy who would help out anybody, not for anything in return, but because he is a genuinely nice person. He taught me to always speak my mind, not to care what anybody thinks, to just be yourself and enjoy every second of life.
7.What’s the atmosphere like during a rehearsals start?
During rehearsals, everybody is very focused. Everyone wants to improve the show, and improve themselves. Everybody listens to and learns from critique and use that to help make a great show. I think its awesome that everybody can be so focused, but still manage to have fun with what they're doing.
8. How has Paradoja allowed you to showcase/explore your individual talent?
Paradoja has allowed me to act, which is something I never ever thought I would be doing, especially in front of a large crowd. I'm really glad to have gotten this opportunity and I really enjoy doing this.
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