No sooner do two Steiners retire, then two more appear out of the woodwork. Greg Huff and Dave Fennell made their 'probationary' first show appearance this Tuesday and quickly showed that they belonged. Not only did they get some standing ovations, but Greg set a landmark by being the first sub-conscience to be struck by an audience member for taking her line. Way to go guys.

Once again Einstein's own Paul Simmons will be teaching his stellar improv courses at Pellissippi State. Three members were actually discovered in these classes. Since you are reading this, you're already online so...
The online courses are located at Pellissippi state online.
The descriptions are below the Professional Audio Engineering course and are included here as well.
Given the material covered, it is a bargain at twice the price.

Beginner Comedy Improv
Students will be instructed on the basics of improvisation including agreement, an introduction to the Harold and heightening scenes. After completing the course, students will perform on stage in front of friends and family. Students must purchase "Truth in Comedy" by Charna Halpern et al, ISBN 1566080037, available at Amazon.com. Minimum of 10 students.
Cost is $65
Registration -> Registration
SPE 619P73
R/Sep 8-Oct 13/6-9 p.m.

Intermediate Comedy Improv
Building on the concept of agreement and heightening, students will learn character creation, environment building and both long and short form techniques. After completing the course, students will perform on stage in front of friends and family. Students must have completed Beginner Comedy Improv or get permission from instructor. Minimum of 10 students.
Cost is $65
Registration -> Registration
SPE 620P73
R/Oct 20-Dec 1/6-9 p.m. (No Class Nov 24)

Non-Credit Registration Information
Phone: Call (865) 539-7167 or (865) 539-7166.
Fax: (865) 694-6583.
Mail: BCS Registration, Pellissippi State, P.O. Box 22990, Knoxville TN 37933-0990.

What an incredible show and wonderful event it was as Todd Covert and Bill Slayden CPA performed their final show with Einstein Simplified. The crowd was at capacity, SRO in fact, and the show went extra long and extra funny. Wes Hope hosted the event and Brad Bumgardner participated as it qualified as one of those special event guest appearances. Wes did an outstanding job hosting and the final game was of course, Invader, with Bill guessing and Todd providing the clues. Both were presented with certificates by Wes, look for shots of the certificates in the photo album. Todd will be once again be doing the band thing and Bill will be made bionic to enhance his golf game. Fare thee well gentlemen, it was always a helluva ride. Remember, like Brad, you are welcome to guest appearances.

Yes, on Saturday May 7^th we performed for Frank's Church during their annual fund raising event. Frank was so nervous...How nervous was he?...glad you asked...He was so nervous that in Animatronics his hand shook so fast his watch stopped. But he had no reason to be nervous, the show was a huge hit and of note is that Brad Bumgardner (this being one of those special shows he does now) was the host for Game Show.

Yes, the hilarious Brad is retiring to enjoy the life of ease as an over worked editor. Brad will continue to be available for special shows and weekend gigs, but will not be joining us for our regular Tuesday shows. We will miss him as much, if not more, than you the crowd will. Thanks for everything Brad. Now get off the stage and let us continue on.