A Very Improvised Holiday Musical (Extended Edition)

De: Laura Benanti

Narrado por: Laura Benanti, Vern, Matt Giroveanu, Daniel Tepper, Katie Hammond, Kiki Mikkelson, Julie Feltman, Rachel Bouton, Mikey Cakes

The holidays are a time for family, friends, and celebration - but not all holiday parties run smoothly. When Tony Award winner Laura Benanti's party goes south, she's saved by a few uninvited guests...and the greatest improvised holiday musical of all time. This completely off-the-wall tribute to the holiday season features the improv troupe Vern (Matt Giroveanu, Julie Feltman, Rachel Bouton, Mikey Cakes, Daniel Tepper, Katie Hammond, and Kikki Mikkelson) and special guest Laura Benanti. Vern's live show was directed by Rebecca Vigil, with piano man Dan Reitz and drums from Sarah Mullins. Enjoy this special extended edition of "A Very Improvised Holiday Musical!"

©2017 Vern Improv (P)2017 Audible, Inc.

Reseñas de la Crítica

Stand-Up & Jokes

Funny & Talented Group - A Great Listen

I love musical improv and really enjoyed this. The group has a bunch of interesting personalities and I thought they had an infectious energy. Would be interested in hearing more from them.

A Very Fun Listen

Where does A Very Improvised Holiday Musical (Extended Edition) rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I haven't heard many live comedy audiobooks so it certainly stands out on in my collection.

What other book might you compare A Very Improvised Holiday Musical (Extended Edition) to and why?

It reminded me more of when I watched Whose Line Is It Anyway on TV, except they also created a musical from the audience's suggestions. Very clever!

What about the narrators’s performance did you like?

The ensemble together with Laura Benanti were very energetic.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

After a very funny show, the message of connecting with others in real life was very moving - especially around the holidays.

Any additional comments?

I'd recommend it to all for something completely different and fun! My husband and I laughed many times together, especially at the "Little Denmark" bits and emoji scene.

Amazing!!

What made the experience of listening to A Very Improvised Holiday Musical (Extended Edition) the most enjoyable?

What a talented cast and SO funny!

What about the narrators’s performance did you like?

I felt like I was right there watching them!

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Extremely funny!

Any additional comments?

What a great cast! I especially LOVED Matt!

I LOVE VERN!!!!

This group has some of the most talented musical theater comedians I’ve had the pleasure of seeing perform. I thought their holiday show was fantastic and I’m really hoping they make more specials like this in the future!

Hilarious!

This was fantastic! Vern's extremely witty and original show had me cackling with joy on the train, which I'm sure made me look odd to the other passengers, but I didn't mind because I was too busy enjoying the silly characters and wonderful musical numbers. Looking forward to Vern's next special!

I love Vern!

The members of Vern are funny, talented, and original. They really know how to work together and create a cohesive entertaining story. And those harmonies!!! Can’t believe its all improv!
Great Holiday Special. Had me cracking up!

Silly holiday fun

Would you listen to A Very Improvised Holiday Musical (Extended Edition) again? Why?

I thought the singing was terrific, so yeah I probably would. I like the idea of making up a holiday and they committed to it 100%.

What other book might you compare A Very Improvised Holiday Musical (Extended Edition) to and why?

I know this isn't exactly a book but it felt like a Mad Magazine story that got turned into a musical.

Which character – as performed by the narrators – was your favorite?

I liked the Danish guy who learned English well enough to speak like he was from California but his accent would sometimes come out when he was nervous/angry. The villain was funny too.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

The first (good) movie about emojis.

Any additional comments?

This is a very talented improv group's show bookended by recorded sequences with Laura Benanti. Ms. Benanti does not sing on the album, which I thought could be made clearer.

Zoop there it is!!!!

What did you love best about A Very Improvised Holiday Musical (Extended Edition)?

I absolutely loved this! Laura Benanti and Vern do a great job of taking a live performance and adapting it for a recorded 45 mins of pure fun... that you can listen to on your way to work, at the gym, or by yourself with a bottle of wine. I also can't believe this musical was IMPROVISED based off audience suggestions. The members of Vern are unbelievably talented as individuals, but together they create masterful storylines, harmonies, and humor! I hope there's another Vern musical on Audible soon!

I loved Vern

It was fantastic! I loved it!! I want to hear more of Vern. They are so funny and original.

Can't get enough!!!!!

You guys never cease to amaze me. I'm in awe of your improv skills and every show gets better and better. Listened at work. Tried to keep my laughter to myself. Wasnt easy. Please sir, can I have some more ? Awesome group. Keep em' coming. Made my day.