Paul Sills

Some of you may know, and a lot of you may not, but Paul Sills died yesterday at the age of 80. He was the the legendary improvisational director and teacher who co-founded the Compass Players in Chicago and was the founding director of Chicago's Second City. He guided many of the famous performers that people know today such as Alan Arkin, Mike Meyers, Chris Farley, and more. He is considered a guru of improvisation. LA TIMES ARTICLE.

I never had the opportunity to work with him, although it would have been an honor. The man is a legend and inspiration to directors, coaches, and performers in the world of improvisational theater.

Here is to you Paul. You may be gone, but your work will be remembered forever.