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Today I was at New Milford HS in Northern Jersey. Crazy traffic up here. Nice little town. They had a starbucks so it was all good. Did two shows. First show at 9 and the second a little after. What an amazing bunch of students. It never gets old watching students come in to the auditorium expecting to sleep and then being psyched as they realize that this is not a “typical” assembly.So quiet and respectful. So helpful setting up. Special thanks to Joel for the AV help. Dr. Moncrief for letting me use the bathroom. The only principals office I been in where there was smooth jazz playing. And a big shout out to Officer John O’Malley. A man whose been working in the trenches as a cop for over 20 years and who has earned the respect and trust of the young people of New Milford.
Did a little extra improv during the show. Had a chance to make some shadow puppets while playing the “stoner” Jayson character. Anyone who knows me knows my affinity for cracking people up with stupid shadow puppets. It was fun. Met some really cool kids afterwards too. Big shout out to the awesome “deadhead” teacher and his students. Stick with the guitar Ian and believe in your talents.
Heres a quick email from a student I just got:
hi there, you recently did a show at my school. i go to new milford high school in new jersey. i just wanted to tell you that i thought your show was excellent, it was very funny and at the same time got the message across. my friends liked it too!
That’s all for now. Two shows in the morning.
