Off Book: The Improvised Musical
Each week, Off Book: The Improvised Musical delivers a brand new original musical created entirely on the spot. Hosts Jessica McKenna and Zach Reino are joined by a special guest to improvise songs, scenes, and stories from scratch. Pianist Scott Passarella provides live musical accompaniment, keeping the energy high and the comedy flowing. The result is a one-of-a-kind, unscripted theatrical experience that blends comedy and music.
Episodes
370. The Shovel (LIVE in Austin)
The following was our SECOND show recorded LIVE at the Paramount Theater in Austin, TX on April 9th. It once again features the amazing Eric Gersen on keys and Marty Eck on the drums! What is a toy by something that lets you see reality in a whole new way? And what is reality but a fragile veneer waiting to be shattered by a young boy. This ones got four walls, fourteen people, and the sm
369. If The Shoe Fits: A Wall That May or May Not be a Plethora of Bees (LIVE from Austin)
The following was recorded LIVE at the Paramount Theater in Austin, TX on April 8th. It features the incredible Eric Gersen on keys and Marty Eck on the drums! They say you can never go home again. We know exactly what that means, and you will too after listening to this show. Check out OffBookLlive.com to get tickets to the rest of our 2026 tour, and check out OffBookClubhouse.com to su
368. G.O.A.T. The Musical (LIVE from SF Sketchfest)
The following was recoded live at San Fransisco Sketchfest at the Palace of Fine Arts on January 25th 2026. We’ve got the whole fam band on this one (Scott Passarella on Keys, Brett Morris on Guitar, and Dana Wickens on Drums!) This one is about brothers, cheese making, calculus, and the difference between dreams and careers. It also contains one tiny audio glitch during a sexy library s
367. Kirkland Signature Musial (LIVE from Charlotte)
The following was recorded LIVE at the Neighborhood Theatre in Charlotte NC on December 7th 2025, and features genius musicians Eric Gersen (keys) and Ross Montsinger (Drums)! Prepare to throw away everything you think you know about Costco, as we delve into secrets we dare not ever write in this episode description. Wanna see us on tour? Get tickets at OffBookLive.com! Wanna support the
366. Knight Vision (LIVE from Atlanta)
The following was recorded LIVE in Atlanta on December 6th 2025 and features the astonishing skills of genius musicians Eric Gersen (keys) and Ross Montsinger (drums). How did the people of the past want to be remembered? Well we can tell you with 100% accuracy because of a stone we found we with writing on it. This ones got moat diggers, the moat digger's wives, knights, the knight's squ
365. The Knowledge of Crows (LIVE from Tampa)
The following was recorded LIVE at the Straz center in Tampa, FL on December 5th 2025. It features brilliant duo of Eric Gersen on keys and Taisha Perez on drums. Ghosts, Crows, a hospital staff of varying levels of competency, this one has it all! We think you should give it a listen, but we’re not gonna tell you what to do. After all, life is too short (T.Y.D.A.Y.H.W.Y.D.S.M.S.T.Y.L.W.Y
364. Blue Smoke Kill Switch (LIVE from Orlando)
The following was recorded LIVE at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in Orlando FL on Dec 4th, 2025. It features the incredible combined powers of Eric Gersen on keys and Taisha Perez on drums. This one is spoiler-able so all I'll say is It's so so important to have good communication in a marriage, and sometimes it's equally important to know what your partners favorite k
363. LIQUID DEATH (LIVE from Boston)
The following was recorded LIVE at the Wilbur Theater in Boston, MA on November 23rd 2025. It features King of Pianists (Pianist of Kings) Scott Passarella on the keys, and drum legend Dave Byer, being legendary on the drums. For legal reasons, this episode is NOT officially sponsored by or affiliated with Liquid Death, but that's only because they haven't reached out yet. We are waiting
362. Heartography! (LIVE from Montreal)
The following was recorded LIVE at the La Maison Theatre in Montreal QC on November 22nd 2025, and features the brilliant international combo of Scott Passarella on keys and Ainsley McNeaney on drums! This one takes place at a cartography school, obviously. There is a lot we COULD tell you about it but all you really need to know is we speak perfect French throughout and also there's
361. Captain Nameless and The Ocean's Eleven (LIVE from Toronto)
The following was recorded LIVE in Toronto Ontario on November 21st 2025 and features K.O.P.P.O.K. Scott Passarella on keys and the legendary Sarah Mullins on drums. Sometimes you have to put your son on a boat and send him out into the world without a name and just hope that he will assemble a crew of friends to help him learn and grow. This is one of those times. Wanna support the show?
360. Two Jennys in St. Louis (LIVE from Brooklyn)
The following was recorded LIVE at the Bellhouse in Brooklyn NY on November 20th 2025. It' features the divine talents of Scott Passarella (KOPPOK) on the keys, and our guardian drum angel Max Ash on said drums. Sometimes you get in a taxi cab and your life changes forever. This is one of those times. Wanna support the show? Join us at Offbookclubhouse.com for ad free episodes and our vi
359. Mouth Music! (LIVE from NYC)
The following was recorded LIVE at Le Poisson Rouge in NYC on November 19th, 2025. It features the brilliant dynamic duo of Scott Passarella on the keys and New York's own Max Ash on the drums. The rivalry between band kids and choir kids is as old as time. Can they ever get along, or will limited arts funding tear them apart? What does it take to be a principal? What's the difference bet
358. The 14th Annual Magnanimous County Spelling Bee (LIVE from Eugene)
The following was recorded LIVE at the W.O.W. Hall in Eugene OR on November 3rd 2025, and is accompanied by the incomparable Scott Passarella (Keys) and the also incomparable Kyle Stebbins (Drums.) This one's got all the classics: A girl too smart for her town, a town willing to pull off an elaborate prank to help to help her, tech decks, theater romance, and of course, breaking and enter
357. The Tale of Moby Wick: The Same Light for Wishmas (LIVE with Paul F Tompkins and Nicole Parker)
The following was recorded LIVE at the Lodge Room in Los Angeles on December 16th 2025, and is the NINTH annual Off Book Holiday Spectacular! It features the entire fam band (Scott Passarella, Brett Morris, and Dana Wickens) and as per tradition welcomes the return of our incredible friends Paul F Tompkins and Nicole Parker! Join us as we embark on a nautical holiday tale of whales, candl
356. Twiright (LIVE from Seattle)
The following was recorded LIVE at the Neptune theater in Seattle on 11-2-25. It features the incredible Scott Passarella on keys and the incomparable Jonathon Wood on drums. This is certainly the most Seattle musical we've ever done and MAYBE the most Seattle musical of all time? It's tale of lumberjacks, love, cider, dreams, and a legendary track from 2011. See Privacy Policy at https:
355. Hey Bar! (A Monster God Musical) (LIVE from Portland)
The following was recored LIVE at Revolution Hall in Portland on Nov 1st 2025. It features the incredible music wizardry of Scott Passarella on keys and Kyle Stebbins on drums! This one has hot monsters, greek gods, and despite all odds, MATH. We're still on this tour (depending on when you're reading this.) Get tickets to upcoming live shows AND our live-streamed holiday special at OffBo
354. The Bird Inside (LIVE from Phoenix)
The following was recorded LIVE at the Crescent Ballroom in Phoenix AZ on October 3rd 2025. It features the incredible Scott Passarella on the keys and the also incredible Davy Paul on the drums! This one is about a big house, a storm, growing up, and facing your fears (specifically if your fear is "birds".) Birds. How many are there? Where are they? Will they "do a dinosaur?" Find out t
353. Cruise Control (LIVE from Cleveland)
The following was recorded LIVE at the Globe Iron in Cleveland on September 10th 2025. It features geniuses Eric Gersen and Jack Harris on keys and drums respectively. Boats, Shakespeare, disregard for a certain giant corporation's IP, this one has it all! Wanna see us live? Get tickets at OffBookLive.com!NOTE: Due to some technical difficulties the audio quality of this recording is not
352. Campsite 64 (LIVE from St. Louis)
The following was recorded LIVE at the City Winery in St. Louis on September 9th 2025 as the fist show of the Up and Autumn tour! It features Key Change King Eric Gersen on keys, and the incredible Des Jones on drums.In this one a couple goes to a campsite and their lives are changed forever. Are you brave enough to learn the truth? Will you remember it if you do? WE’RE STILL ON TOUR! Ge
351. See the World - Legend of the Shadow Zoo (LIVE from San Diego)
The following was recorded LIVE at the Music Box in San Diego on July 24th 2025! It features the entire fam band (Scott Passarella, Brett Morris and Dana Wickens) on their respective keys, frets, and sticks. Have you ever wondered about the Shadow Zoo? The zoo BEHIND the zoo? How much do you want to know? How much are you WILLING to know? Want to see us live? Tour tickets are available no
350. A Streetcar Made of Beans (LIVE from Minneapolis)
The following was recorded LIVE at the Cedar cultural center in Minneapolis on March 23rd 2025. BACK TO BACK SHOWS BABY It once again features the incredible Scott Passarella on the keys, and the still incredible Josh Kaplan on drums! This one may SEEM like it was painstakingly crafted by a very specific playwright, and that's because it was. Also its got pranks, and PERFECT ACCENTS. Wan
349. Retirement Community (LIVE from Minneapolis)
The following was recorded LIVE at the Cedar cultural center in Minneapolis on March 22nd 2025. It features the incredible Scott Passarella on the keys, and the also incredible Josh Kaplan on drums! It's a tale as old as time when a retirement community rallies to help a grandma show her grandkids a good time, and take down the local evil casino owner in the process. Wanna see us live? Al
348. Lighthouse! (LIVE from Madison)
The following was recorded LIVE on March 21st at the Bur Oak in Madison WI. It features keys by Scott Passarella (K.O.P.P.O.K) and Jack Harris, hometown hero of an Ann Arbor who drove all the way here to crush it again on the drums. Have you ever wondered about who works in that old lighthouse? Why they work in that old lighthouse? WHEN they work in that old lighthouse? This is the sho
347. Peter Man! (LIVE From Chicago)
The following was recorded LIVE at the Park West Theater in Chicago on March 20th, 2025. It features K.O.P.P.O.K. Scott Passarella on the keys and the legendary Chris Ditton hit-on the Drums. This show is important for many reasons: 1. We get to correct the lore of Peter Pan, 2. It's the largest show we've ever done. 3. At the end we all make Scott try malort for the first time. IYKYK. A
346. Snapple Facts! (LIVE from SF Sketchfest)
The following was recorded LIVE at the Marines' Memorial Theater as part of San Fransisco Sketchfest on February 1st 2025. It is accompanied by the consistent brilliance of the entire FAM BAND (Scott Passarella on Keys, Brett Morris on Guitar, and Dana Wickens on drums.) We're flying too close to the sun with this one. Join us to find out who writes all the facts under those Snapple caps,
345. 15 Year Old Portal (Act 1 Demo Tracks)
This is all the 15 Year old Portal Act 1 Demo tracks, compiled with no long prelude or advertisements for your listening convenience. If you've stumbled across this with no context, check out the episode directly before it, or any of the earlier ON BOOK episodes if you want the full lore/process. TLDR: We're writing a musical and these are the demos for the songs in act 1! See Privacy Pol
345. On Book: A Tour! A Movie! An Act of Music!
This episode of Off Book is not an improvised musical, but it does have ALL the special announcements you didn't know you were waiting for! We're going on tour! We're making an improvised movie about MOCK TRIAL! We've got demo tracks for all the Act 1 songs of our original musical "15 Year Old Portal. Thank you so much for all of your support. We couldn't do any of this without you. Join
344. Pure Michigan! (LIVE from Ann Arbor)
The following was recorded LIVE from The Ark theater in Ann Arbor Michigan on 3/19 2025. It is accompanied by Scott Passarella (KoP. PoK) and hometown hero JacK Harris on drums! It is rare that we do an episode of this show that almost entirely about the city we happen to be touring in, but it DOES happen and in this case it DID happen. What does it mean to be PURE MICHIGAN? Join us and f
343. Enuiiiiiiiii! (LIVE from Toronto)
The following was recorded LIVE at the Royal Theater in Toronto ON on December 10th 2024, and features masters of their craft (instruments) Eric Gersen on keys and Nick Fraser on the drums! Due to some technical difficulties the audio quality of this recording is unfortunately slightly distorted, but don't let that stop you from enjoying the story of two teenage boys as they navigate a m
342. The Pyramid of Needs (LIVE from Brooklyn)
The following was recorded LIVE at the Bellhouse in Brooklyn NY on December 7th 2024. The brilliant Eric Gersen (keys) and also brilliant Sarah Mullins (Drums) played such a fantastic show the night before we decided to let them play this one too, and ya know what? They killed it. Never has a bowling alley been filled with SUCH ROMANCE. Come for string cheese and bananas, stay for Sherry
341. One Great Day on Mount Olympus (LIVE from Brooklyn)
The following was recorded LIVE at the Bellhouse in Brooklyn NY on December 6th 2024. It features the combined majesty and genius of Eric Gersen (keys) and Sarah Mullins (Drums). For legal reasons we've been told we can't call this one Hadestown, despite the fact that both Hades and a Town are involved. Also at one point the keyboard instrument patch is so funny to us that we basically s
340. Spark of Salvador Dali (LIVE from Philly)
The following was recorded LIVE at the Theater of the Living Arts in Philadelphia on December 5th 2024. It features the massive talents of Eric Gersen on the keys and Sam Pasternack on drums. I know we frequently say "this one gets wild" but would be believe, this one in fact does get wild? Come for the historical accuracy, stay for the pocket dimensions. See Privacy Policy at https://art
339. A Club For You (LIVE from DC)
The following was recorded LIVE at The Howard in Washington DC on December 4th 2024. It features the return of the key change king Eric Gersen on keys, and the incredible Shareef Taher on drums. This one is about clubs (the school kind), bugs (the metaphorical kind), and blatant product placement (you know who you are, hit us up). You're gonna love it. OPINION STATED. See Privacy Policy a
338. Mistake on a Plate (Live from Denver)
The following was recorded LIVE on November 25th 2024 at the Gothic Theater in Englewood CO, which we know ISN'T Denver, but also isn't NOT Denver. It features our beloved Scott Passarella on keys and the incredible Steve Wright on drums. This one is kinda wild so we're not even gonna attempt to summarize what went down. IFKYK, and once you listen YOU will know (OYLYWK.)See Privacy Policy
337. Focus on Now (LIVE from Nashville)
The following was recorded LIVE in Nashville TN, on November 24th 2024. It features Scott Passarella (KoPaPoK) on keys and the incredible Donnie Moretti on drums! This is the tale of a generational feud between a zoo and an aquarium, and saying anything more than that would be a spoiler so let's just leave it at that shall we?ALSO our March midwest tour is almost sold out, but you can get
336. The Center of The Bullseye (LIVE From Asheville)
The following was recorded live at the Orange Peel in Asheville NC on November 23rd 2024, and features geniuses Scott Passarella and Ross Montsinger on keys/drums. This is what happens when two dudes share their stories, and embark on two equally high stakes adventures. Put in your most daring chipotle order, sit back, and get ready to break the sound barrier!See Privacy Policy at https:/
335. Captain Dangersky and the Daily Special (LIVE from Austin)
The following was recorded live the State Theater in Austin Texas on November 22nd 2024. It features the return of the king (of pianists, and pianist of kings) Scott Passarella on keys, and the incredible Marty Eck on the drums. Prepare to set sail on an adventure of self discovery, seafood, and meaningful staring. Come look at the sea with us. The full video of this show will be availabl
334. A Big Strong Stretchy Kiwi Christmas: (LIVE with Paul F. Tompkins and Nicole Parker)
It's time again for Off Book's annual holiday musical with the incredible Paul F. Tompkins and Nicole Parker (and of course, the Fam Band!) For the first time ever, the holiday spectacular was recorded LIVE at the Lodge Room in Los Angeles (December 18th 2024.) Follow the Christmas star (The CORRECT one) to a tale of shared gifts, marriage, tropical fruits, and of course, the 12 Days of C
333. LIVE from Somerville: GoldenEye and The Three Bears
We're jumping out of order for our tour episodes because this one ended up having holiday vibes! Who could have guessed? Not us. The following was recorded LIVE in Somerville MA at Arts at the Armory on December 8th 2024. It features the key change king/helpful bear Eric Gersen on the keys, and the incredible Dave Byer on the drums. This is a very traditional holiday tale involving white
332. LIVE from Portland: The Penguins of the Phantom Club
The following was recorded LIVE from the Aladdin Theater in Portland on October 23rd 2024. It features the incredible Zach Marsh on the keys and the also incredible Kyle Stebbins on drums. If you suspected this one would be about Club Penguin, The Phantom of the Opera, and the Titanic, WOW that's incredible! You should go get a lottery ticket.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privac
331. LIVE from Vancouver: The Hero of Marathon
The following was recorded LIVE at the Rio Theater in Vancouver BC on October 22nd 2024. It features Zach Marsh on keys (the best) and Malcolm Craig on drums (also the best.) Get ready for the history they WON'T teach you in school (because it's wrong.)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
330. LIVE from The Lodge Room LA: The Names Of Our Family
The following was recorded LIVE at the Lodge Room in Los Angeles on August 7th 2024. It's got the whole fam band! Speaking of family, this one is all about a bunch of people in a family and they've all got names! Will we list them all? Are the moms tech-savvy? Will the dad come out of the bathroom? What's the deal with Jonathan? Listen and find out! Then go buy tour tickets at Linktr.ee/o
329. On Book: Three Short Bits
Look, you wanna know what happens in this one? Zach and Jess are gonna continue writing a musical. There's gonna be new lyrics. There's gonna be new parts of songs. There's gonna be a tour announcement. And yes there is gonna be a brief check in re: Love Island.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
328. Every Place I Cry: Four Bespoke Funeral Songs LIVE at Dynasty Typewriter
The following was recored LIVE at Dynasty Typewriter (hosted by Holy Sh*T Improv) in Los Angeles on June 23rd 2024. Everyone's favorite four lead singer emo band is back to talk tapas, long time beefs, whether their girl is or is not a car, and reveal the songs they will sing at each other's funerals. Accompanied by piano God Scott Passarella, master of drums Eric Kalver, and shred specia
327. LIVE from Dublin: Phew!
The following was recorded live in Dublin at the Laughter Lounge on May 22nd 2024. It is accompanied by the incredible Paul Prior on keys, and features fire-jumpers, jet skis, bad medical guidance, and a number one jam from Ireland's youth. Think you can stop we we do? I doubt it, we already recoded this one (although we did somehow lose the opening banter and part of the first song, so I
326. LIVE from London: Take Me To There : The Story Of The Tunnel!
The following was recorded LIVE at Bush Hall in London on May 20th 2024. It features the absurdly talented Jordan Paul Clarke on keys, and the also absurdly talented Georgia Ayew on drums. We know everyone has been very curious about how the London underground was created, but don't worry, these two Americans knows exactly how it went down. Let us know if you want to hang out. After this.
325. On Book: Two Song Swap
Zach and Jess both wrote first draft lyrics of songs and they're gonna talk about it! Come to our show at the lodge room! More live shows announced sooooooon! linktr.ee/offbookSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
324. LIVE from Vienna: Are You There God? It's me, Goo
The following was recorded live at Die Neue Tribüne in Vienna on May 17th 2024, and features accompaniment by piano wizard Diego Collatti (who learned what he was being asked to do like 30 minutes before and absolutely crushed it.) Thank you so much to American Improv and Peter Graff for bringing us out! Now join us on a 100% scientifically accurate journey...See Privacy Policy at https:/
323. LIVE from the Bourbon Room: Mountain Do In Your Room
The following was recorded live at The Bourbon Room in Los Angeles, on May 5th 2024. It's got the whole Fam Band (Scott Passarella on keys, Brett Morris on guitar, and Dana Wickens on the stickens)! This one is a classic college tale of doubling down on rash decisions, math in the abstract, and a certain trademarked soft drink. If you don't like this one, you need to get your eyes checked
322. On Book: Tracklist
We're back and we're trying to figure out how many songs we can actually fit into this thing, and what those songs should be. Also, we get way into the sci-fi weeds. That's writing baby. Sorry about the birds. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
321. LIVE from Amsterdam Bar & Hall (Saint Paul): 15, 30, 40, Love
The following was recored live at the Amsterdam Bar and Hall in Saint Paul MN on March 1st 2024, and was accompanied by the incredible Sam Scheidler on keys. It's got tennis, it's got robots, it's made by humans and not AI!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
320. On Book: Want Song Part 2 (Wont Song)
Woah, an off schedule release! In this one In this one the team iterates on/creates part of the teenage portal musical want song, and unravels the mysteries of the word "wont." Looking for an improvised musical? Try one of the episodes that doesn't start with "On Book," these are different!Thank you to everyone who came to see us in Vienna, London, and Dublin! Videos from City Winery (Atl
319. LIVE from The Den Theater (Chicago): Electric Feels
The following was recorded live at The Den Theater in Chicago on February 29th 2024. It is accompanied by Sam Scheidler on Keys, and Chris Ditton on drums, both of whom are absolute kings and wizards. This one features a bunch of fish, a dance craze, and throwing a party for your dad. Thank you Chicago, you're OUR KIND OF TOWN!Note: Unfortunately the drums were not clearly recored to do t
318. LIVE from City Winery (Atlanta): Cinderella Name Game
The following was recorded live at City Winery in Atlanta on February 27th 2024. It is accompanied once again by the ever brilliant Eric Gersen. This musical answers the question: "What's the full story behind that jump rope rhyme about cinderella and the snake and the doctors?" Put this one on the list of things Disney can sue us for. Thank you Atlanta for your warm welcome and your incr
317. LIVE AGAIN from Sea Tea Improv (Hartford): A Partial Architect
The following was the second show of the night live at Sea Tea Improv in Hartford CT on February 24th, 2024! It was accompanied AGAIN AGAIN by the incredible Eric Gersen. Architects, engineers, exes, the Seattle Kraken, the president. What could possibly bring these people together together? Listen and find out.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice
316. LIVE from Sea Tea Improv (Hartford): Good Kid, Good Dad.
The following was recorded live at Sea Tea Improv in Hartford CT on February 24th, 2024! It was accompanied AGAIN by the incredible Eric Gersen. A girl goes to school. A city government crumbles. Some cats do cat stuff. Also, it is the official position of Off Book: The Improvised Musical Podcast that the books of Rebecca Yarros' Empyrean series are for ADULTS.See Privacy Policy at https:
315. LIVE from The Bell House (Brooklyn): Flow Of The Rings: A Volcano Story
The following was recorded live at The Bell House Theater in Brooklyn NY on February 23rd 2024. Join Zach, Jess, the incredible Eric Gersen on keys and Josh Bailey on drums, as they journey to a premier honeymoon destination where the lava is definitely moving so so slow. Invite your uncle, we've saved him a spot at the table. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California
314. ON BOOK: More Opening and the "Want Song"
Zach and Jess are back with a tour recap, life updates, an INTERNATIONAL TOUR ANNOUNCEMENT (London/Dublin/Vienna), a wandering story about a play Zach saw, and of course more development of their new musical. Follow @offbookpod on instagram to get the most up to date touring/ticket info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pri
313. LIVE from the Miracle Theatre (DC): Prospecting for Problems
The following was recorded LIVE at the Miracle Theater in Washington DC on February 22nd 2024 with accompaniment by the incredible Eric Gersen! Thanks for coming out DC, we would slow turn for you all day long!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
312. LIVE from World Cafe Live (Philly): Tryin'!
The following was performed LIVE at World Cafe Live in Philadelphia on Feb21st 2024, and was accompanied by the incredible Eric Gersen! Thank you Philly for coming out to see our faces with your faces!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
311. LIVE from SF Sketchfest: Infinity Time, Infinity Wine
The following was recorded LIVE at SF Sketchfest in February of 2024 at the Great Star Theater! ALSO Tickets for our tour are on sale at linktr.ee/offbook See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
310. A Good 'Ol Mountain Christmas (with Paul F. Tompkins and Nicole Parker)
It's here it's here! Paul F. Tompkins and Nicole Parker give us the greatest gift of all, by joining us once again to create a good ol' holiday musical! After that they stick around for our annual decent into madness, as we reinvent the 12 Days of Christmas. WE'RE GOING ON TOUR! Dates/tickets at linktr.ee/offbook See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy No
309. ON BOOK: The Opening
In which Zach and Jess begin crafting the opening of their brand new written musical! Thank you so much to everyone still supporting OffBookClubhouse.com. Next week is the holiday episode, but this week is about discussing how the openings of musicals work, the rules about portals, how to spell "soliloquy", and ice water.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priva
308. LIVE from the Bourbon Room: Doctor Camp
The following was recorded live on 9-20-2023 at the Bourbon Room in Los Angeles. This one is a totally accurate version of how doctors become doctors, and the summer camp they all go to as part of their training. We've got the whole fam band on this one and it is NOT to be missed. Thanks for coming out LA!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at h
307. LIVE from Mississippi Studios: 2005
The following was recored live 9-19-2023 at Mississippi Studios in Portland Oregon. This was the 2nd of two shows played last night (we're still hunting down the first.) Join a bunch of teens and they teen their way through Disneyland Grad night in the year....2005.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-inf
306. LIVE from the Crocodile: Music for Roo!
The following was recorded LIVE on September 18th, 2023 at the Crocodile in Seattle Washington. Join us for a classic tale of a boy band with too many boys. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
305. ON BOOK: The Narrowing
The votes are in for what you thought should be our written musical, and now it's time for us to decide if you got it right or not! For real though, this is the one where we try to narrow down the path ahead, and while we we DO do that, we also spend a not inconsiderable amount of time talking about Star Wars, and singing a particularly catchy hook. Thanks Brett, it's always wonderful to
304. ON BOOK: The Gathering Brainstorm
Some ideas are good, some ideas are less good, but all ideas find their place in the churning tempest that is THE BRAINSTORM. Zach and Jess continue their writing process for a new musical by pitching each other new musicals musicals, all of which will inevitably change one billion times (but you gotta start somewhere). Check out our socials to vote for your fav, AND, check out our west c
303. ON BOOK: Journey to the Center of the Word Cloud (episodes 201-300)
We were slightly delayed by moving, Chekhov, and the novel corona virus, but we have arrived at the end of our recap! We are joined again by the incredible Jackie Reilly who finally reveals her dark work (many many pages of notes and a word cloud that exposes our innermost truths. ALSO: LIVE SHOW ANNOUNCEMENTS (https://linktr.ee/Offbook) Thank you Brett-iting for the editing.See Privacy P
302. ON BOOK: Dinner and Drinks (episodes 101-200)
The recap crew is back (Zach, Jess and shining star Jackie Reilly) to tackle Off Book Episodes 101-200, AND take a break to eat dinner and discover how many of their musical titles contain the word "Destiny." Obviously they are drinking again, and Zach tries a new summer drink hack that frankly does not work. Brett Morris, Edits More-This.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy an
301. ON BOOK: The Scripted Musical Process (episodes 1-100)
Well well well, look who's back with a brand new very very long journey of introspection? As they prepare to write a whole new SCRIPTED musical before your very ears, Zach and Jess are joined by writer, comedian, and all around rockstar Jackie Reilly as they comb through their first 100 episodes trying to figure out WHAT IT ALL MEANS. These next three are going to be very different and ki
62. Live from Dynasty Typewriter (w/ Taran Killam)
The hilarious Taran Killam (Single Parents, Night School, SNL) joins Jess and Zach for "Poetry: 1959" the live new musical packed with paddle boats, Counting Crows, British accents and guitar (!!!). With songs like "I Don't Get It", "Just Float", and "Beans, Kippers and Mash" you won't get these bangers out of your head. Plus, stay til the end for a very special talk-back w
42. Stranger Sings (w/ Briga Heelan)
Briga Heelan (Great News) stars in a monstrous new musical filled with blood, bikes, belting vocals and more. With songs like "Sunnybrooke Side of Life", "You Need Us Kids", "It's Midnight...", don't wait to Upside-download this sure-to-be-classic episode!This episode is brought to you by Leesa (www.leesa.com/OFFBOOK) and Spice Islands (www.spiceislands.com/offbook).See Privacy Polic
35. Bring Your Dad to Work Day and the Place That You Work Is A School (w/ David Wain)
The amazing David Wain (A Futile and Stupid Gesture [netflix.com], Wet Hot American Summer: Ten Years Later) joins Zach and Jess on the OFF BOOK stage for a paternal school-yard musical filled with pudding cups, dodgeball, Marines and dads! With songs like "Bring Your Dad to Work Day", "Dreams in the Stars", and "Gotta Stay Caffeinated, When You're Getting Educated", y
34. Zigging Through Time (w/ Ross Bryant)
Musical improviser and rap champion Ross Bryant joins Zach and Jess this week for a trippy musical with David Bowie raps, cavemen, dinosaurs, aliens, and somehow SO much more. With songs like "Relic of Music", "David Bowie: An Alien For Real" and "Crack Team", your ears won't believe what planet you're on. This episode is brought to you by Squarespace (www.squarespace.com c
33. Odycheese (w/ Griffin Newman)
Griffin Newman (The Tick, Blank Check) returns to the OFF BOOK stage, this time in-studio!, for a new musical about cheese, cheese and more cheese! With songs like "Meet the Captain", "River of Brie" and "We Swissed You", you won't "roux" the day you heard this episode!This episode is brought to you by Better Help (www.betterhelp.com/OFFBOOK) and Audible (www.audible.com/OFFBOOK).See
32. Picket Line Pals (w/ The Doughboys: Mike Mitchell & Nick Wiger)
The Doughboys themselves, Mike Mitchell & Nick Wiger, take the Off Book stage with Jess and Zach this week for a brand new musical filled with grocery store rivals, strikes, Pixar vs Dreamworks debates and more! With songs like "At The Local Ralph's", "We've Got To Strike, For Your Right, To Strike", and "Is E.T. CG?", you definitely won't quit on this show!This episode is brough
31. Russian Into Love: Live! From SF Sketchfest (w/ John Michael Higgins, Arden Myrin)
Live from SF Sketchfest, it's a brand new romantic Russian musical complete with Borat impressions and special guests John Michael Higgins (Pitch Perfect, Best in Show, Great News) and Arden Myrin (Shameless, MadTV). With songs like "Look Sweet and Walk Low", "Ti-tah from Utah", and "It's Hard Being Michael Kors" you won't be low listening to these sweet tunes!This epi
30. Love, Actually Is Really Complicated (w/ Eliza Skinner)
Musical improv veteran Eliza Skinner joins Zach and Jess this week for a new meet-cute musical with all the ups and downs of true love, plus a girl named Melissabeth. With songs like "Let's Be Sister Wives", "(Gotta Have) An App That's Passed", and "A House & A Man", you won't feel complicated about loving these tunes. This episode is brought to you by Squarespace (www.squar
28. All’s Wellford That Ends Willy (w/ Matt Gourley)
Podcast king Matt Gourley (I Was There Too) joins Zach and Jess this week for a new musical filled with pickled eggs, libations of the cocktail sort, and crime jobs. With songs like "Tingle Jingle", "Vodka & Whiskey" and "Good Times Are Forever", you'll be tipsy from hearing all these off-the-cuff hits. This episode is brought to you by Squarespace (www.squarespace.com code: OFFB
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