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Today there is an update in The Spotlight about Gravityland! The column is aptly named “Gossip: What’s new with John Herman today?” I must say it was a little surreal happening upon it. Yes, this IS what is new with me today. I like that I sound a little bit like the Robin Hood of New Media.

John Herman and his band of merry men and womenfolk are at it again. This time he and collaborators are working on “Gravityland,” “it is a Web-serial episodic story. …; I’m using every single artist and actor I know,” says Herman. “I call it the ’super interactive media project-soap opera.’”

Tags: gravityland, John Herman, new media, video blog

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The Sunday Herald features an article by Jeanné McCartin called Triple threats: Multitalented local artists lead the RenGen about the next generation of artists deemed the Renaissance Generation because of their propensity for multi-talents. The term also refers to the cultural movement created by the confluence of art, education, entertainment and business. I am not only mentioned as a triple threat artist, but I am called a monster (in a good way!).

John Herman of Newmarket is a writer (which he feels is his truest art), actor, director, filmmaker (traditional and video), emcee/host for television and a concept and performance artist. In the words of Billy Butler “he’s a monster!”

Tags: art, monster, new hampshire, renaissance, steve garfield

From my improv comedy troupe’s latest press release:

NH Comedians Take to the Web for Live Interactive Performance

What happens when the Youtube generation meets ‘Whose Line is it Anyway?’-style comedy live on the Web? Improv comedy troupe Stranger Than Fiction plans to find out. The New Hampshire cast will broadcast an interactive performance on Tuesday, January 15th at 7:30 PM via live video stream provider Mogulus. Viewers will contribute ideas through a chat room and watch their ideas come to life instantly. At show time, viewers can log in for free at http://www.mogulus.com/improvcomedy

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Tags: 2.0, improv comedy, lifecast, livestream, mogulus, new hampshire

The reality TV show pilot that I hosted has a great write up in today’s Christian Science Monitor. The first official season starts taping very soon! Click the headline below to read the article:

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Thank you very much to everyone who came out to see the play “Atoms, Motion, and the Void.” The show starring Sean Hurley as Sherwin Sleeves ended its run with wonderful reviews and a lot of conversation and reflection. It was a very special experience for me to direct such a meaningful show. Thank you again for all your kind thoughts and support. And, yes, I assure you Sherwin Sleeves will return to the stage soon.

From The Portsmouth Herald, Spotlight: ‘Atoms, Motion and the Void’ is stunning

When you find yourself calling storytellers, writers/poets, actors and lovers of literature and theater to urge them to see a new play, it’s a good indicator that something mighty fine is afoot. Add to that the piece is only stronger with every passing day as you recall segments and you know you’ve seen something special. That’s certainly the reaction to “Atoms, Motion and the Void” on stage at the Players’ Ring. This show is mind-boggling, simply boggling. Do not miss it.

From Foster’s Daily Democrat, Showcase: ‘Atoms, Motion and the Void’ offers lush storytelling, perspective on life

“Atoms, Motion and the Void,” might just be writing and storytelling at its finest. Currently staged at Portsmouth’s Player’s Ring through Jan. 6, the gravely voiced, one-man soliloquy wraps you in brilliance and shows you your own light. One only need listen to the first few lines to recognize something amazing or awful is about to become you.

Tags: players ring, portsmouth, sherwin sleeves, theater