Help our silly web series come to life!

"Idiot Workshop" is a short format comedy series mockumentary about a failing improv group led by John Gilkey, the self-proclaimed maestro of the unscripted stage. Every Wednesday, twelve comedic "idiots" aged 23 to 55 gather for three hours to practice their craft, yet their monthly shows attract few attendees.

Each 5-10 minute episode captures their ego clashes, inappropriate behavior, tedium, and romance. With unique personalities and desires, their humorous and bizarre encounters highlight their desperate efforts to improve their act and draw a crowd. From mid-life crises to misguided attempts at innovation, "Idiot Workshop" offers a hilarious glimpse into the world of a group determined to succeed against the odds.

Help us raise some funds to tell this story!

We're keeping it simple and bare-bones. We're doing it scrappy, and we don't need much. With a little help we can make this thing!

BUDGET BREAKDOWN:

$1000 - gear

$1000 - labor

$500 - post-production

Director: Kimberly Hunt

Born in Indiana, Kimberly Hunt is a graduate of Purdue University’s School of Cinema-Television. She made her television directorial debut on the 5th season of THE RESIDENT with ep 517, “The Space Between" which aired in May of this year. She started her film career as a Production Assistant for directors such as: George Clooney, Adam McKay and Phillip Noyce.

Shortly after, Noyce hired Kimberly as Head of Production for his company where she co-produced features and TV pilots for Fox Network, Warner Bros., and Netflix.

She is passionate about this troupe and can't wait to bring this story to life.

Cinematographer: Graham Byers

Graham Byers is a recent graduate of the University of Southern California (USC) where he majored in Film and Television Production and minored in Entrepreneurship. Graham is an aspiring cinematographer and entrepreneur who strives to tell stories that ignite social change and give voice to the voiceless.

Producer: Maya Donato

After working for many years in talent management and TV development, Maya transitioned to producing and has produced 14 projects in the last 5 months. As a passionate actor, she cares about showcasing performers, and she knows that Idiot Workshop is doing something different.