Howdy! I suppose that’s the salutation you expect to hear from a southern gal born and raised in Texas. Truth be told, I’m a Northerner at heart. Growing up in a house filled with Detroit native [heartbroken] Lion’s fans, I’m not what you might call a “typical cowgirl.” Upon graduation from U of Houston, I drove a large U-haul truck to Chicago to pursue my love of improv right here in the coldest city on earth.
Is there any money in improv? No, none at all. However, I truly believe that when you combine talent and love you can expect a masterpiece. Chicago is and has been the key to becoming the best you can be when it comes to improv. I have performed on the same stage as Chris Farley, Mike Meyers and Dan Akroyd-award in itself!! I am having the time of my life and meeting my best friends here J
Some things I’ve taken up since being around you Midwesterners:
· Bicycling
· Ann Sathers
· Goose Island brews
· Gasping in disbelief when the sun warms the city to a comfortable 75 degrees
· Lowering my standards on Mexican food
What can I say? Chicago hasn’t been that bad to me. I certainly do miss home, but everyday I get closer and closer to becoming a Midwesterner myself!
- Annie Donley, Office Coordinator, Melinda Holm & Associates
