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Off Book: The Improvised Musical

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Off Book: The Improvised Musical

It takes years for a Broadway musical to hit the stage, but on OFF BOOK: The Improvised Musical, you get a brand new original musical every week! Each episode, Jessica McKenna, Zach Reino and a special guest create a new musical on the spot. Accompanied by Scott Passarella, King of Pianists, Pianist of Kings.

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    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 kind of chip is. Wanna support the show? Check out OffBookClubhouse.com for ad free episodes and our video archive. Wanna see us on tour? Check out OffbookLive.com! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 by the phone Liquid Death, make it happen. This one has hockey and we actually don't wanna say any more about it, lest SPOILERS. Support the show and get access to our video archive at OffBookClubhouse.com. Tour tickets at OffBookLIve.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 a parapet. The other thing you need to know is we're going on tour again! Get your tickets at OffBookLive.com. Wanna support the show? Check out OffBookClubhouse.com for our ad free feed and video archive.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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? Join us at OffBookClubhouse.com for ad free listening and our video archive! Upcoming tour dates/tickets at offbooklive.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 video archive! Upcoming tour dates at offbooklive.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 between a stem and a trunk? All these questions AND MORE will be answered! For 2026 Tour dates check our OffBookLive.com! For ad free episodes, our video archive, and to support the show, check out OffBookClubhouse.com!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 entering. For video of this and many many other live shows (and ad free listening) consider supporting the show at OffBookCluhbouse.com!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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, candles, feminism, and that pinocchio island where people "do sin." Top it off with "The 12 Days of Sandwich" and you've got yourself a show. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to everyone who listened to the podcast or came out to see us live this year. Your support means the world to us. Happy New Year! (To support the show and to watch full videos of many episodes including this one (soon) check out OffBookClubhouse.com)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 OffBookLive.com!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 these answers AND MORE! Want to see us live? Get tickets at OffBookLive.com!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 up to our usual standard, but the show was so fun we wanted to give people a chance to hear it anyway.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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! Get your tickets at OffBookLive.com! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 now at OffBookLive.com!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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. Wanna see us live? All our upcoming tour tickets available at OffBookLive.com!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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? All our upcoming tour tickets available at OffBookLive.com! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 show for you. Why yes, we had been listening to an Agatha Christie novel on this tour, why do you ask? COME SEE US ON TOUR! Tickets at: OffBookLive.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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. ALSO we're still raising money for our Mock Trial movie kickstarter and still going on tour! All links 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.

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    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, and learn some 100% accurate science. ALSO: We're going on tour! ALSO ALSO: We're making a mock trial movie! Get tix and join our newsletter for updates 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.

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    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 Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 our movie mailing list: buttondown.com/zachandjess Get Tour tickets: linktr.ee/offbookSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 find out!Archive Video footage of this episode will be available for clubhouse subscribers at OffBookClubhouse.com within the next week or so. Thank you for supporting the show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 museum(?) full of tricks and traps!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 from Shoes. Then stay with Sherry from shoes for the rest of your life.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 stop the show to march around for a while. You will know it when you hear it. GODS, they're just like us maybe? Listen and find out! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 what tickets remain at TheZachandTheJess.com/liveSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 available shortly to our members of OffBookClubhouse.com, so head to way to watch or join. ALSO we are about to add some new tour dates in the midwest! Follow us @offbookpod on instagram for updates, and buy tickets (when available) 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.

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    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 Catmas. Happy Holidays!This episode is available to watch (VOD) at Linktr.ee/offbook until 1-19-2025, after which it can be viewed by our members at OffBookClubhouse.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 water rafting, bears, and the works of Ian Fleming. A few tickets are still available for our Lodge room show in LA (live and streaming) and our Sketchfest show in SF. Get them at linktr.ee/offbookSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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.

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    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/offbook or thezachandthejess.com/live See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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.

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    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 specialist Michael Kohl on guitar.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 guess someone DID stop PART of what we do.)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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. After city council. With us.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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.

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    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://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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 (Atlanta) and the Den Theater (Chicago) are now available on OffBookClubhouse.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 technical difficulties. Also as you may have guessed by our release order, the live shows in Boston and Detroit were both entirely lost to technical glitches as well (so if you took a secret high quality recoding of either of those shows, let us know.) Apologies, but we had a wonderful time in both those cities, and we hope those who saw them live enjoyed our tales of a bunch of animals in a hot air balloon and Richard Nixon's ghost. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 incredible rhythm. If we could do it again, we'd keep it all the same. Once upon a time...TECH NOTE: The recording had some technical difficulties during the first song, but they resolve as the episode continues. Thank you for your understanding.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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 at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    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://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

It takes years for a Broadway musical to hit the stage, but on OFF BOOK: The Improvised Musical, you get a brand new original musical every week! Each episode, Jessica McKenna, Zach Reino and a special guest create a new musical on the spot. Accompanied by Scott Passarella, King of Pianists, Pianist of Kings.

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Jessica McKenna and Zach Reino

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