Bassprov
2001-present · Chicago
A two-person longform of two fishermen talking in a boat — Joe Bill and Mark Sutton's long-running conversational improv show that grew out of a Screw Puppies sketch.
Known for
- Two-man show: Joe Bill as Earl Hinkle, Mark Sutton as Donny Weaver — two Midwestern fishermen in a bass boat.
- Grew out of improvised fishing scenes in a scripted Screw Puppies show at Annoyance Chicago.
- Debuted at 2001 Chicago Improv Festival; has toured festivals globally since.
- 30-60 minute conversations that swing from Britney Spears to existentialism — no edits, characters never leave the boat.
- Influential two-person template — precursor to Dummy, Jeanie, and TJ & Dave's duo work.
Connected to
People
joe billmark sutton
Troupes
screw puppies
Schools & Theaters