Jon Cordova

Jon is new to improv and Trapped in A Rumor is his inaugural Troupe experience. Actually, he wanted to take guitar lessons but that class was filled, so here he is. He is usually on time to rehearsals, speaks English fluently and generally is clothed, sometimes bathed. In addition, Jon enjoys long walks on the beach, puppies and sunny days, oops! wrong bio. Jon is looking to move into stand up comedy (he is kinda short) and this is his first experience.

Prior to Trapped In A Rumor, Jon’s stage experience been either getting diplomas for graduation, or early on, receiving merit badges at Boy Scout’s Court of Honor. Furthering his theatrical prowess, Jon has performed on stage once with Innuendo Improv. Jon frequently watches TV and has seen several movies, some of which don’t have XXX’s. Jon saw Cats on Broadway once, and has been forced, uh I mean, went to his kids’ plays. Rounding off his acting resume, Jon’s cousin’s housekeeper’s brother performed the lead role Annie Get Your Gun at the Elkart Playhouse in Indiana – Jon didn’t see it, but thought about it a lot.

When not consumed with Improv, (I know, what else can this guy do!!!)  Jon is a serial entrepreneur, not to be confused with a serial killer. BTW- that’s a fancy way of saying I work for an under-funded technology start up. Jon lives in Danville and has a supportive wife, Janet and three grown (although that’s debatable) kids.

20 Questions - Almost...

1. Where are you originally from?: Los Angeles
2. When did you get to the Bay Area and why did you move here?: Which time? 1987 and 1999 both work relocations
3. When did you begin improvising?: Feb 09
4. Have you ever been on TV, in a movie, published in a book or magazine, etc.?  If so – DETAILS!: Corporate stuff
5. List any special talents you may have: Kickball
6. Nickname(s)?: Shithead... Oops, that’s what my wife calls me
7. Hometown?: Danville
8. Joined TiR?: April 09
9. Favorite Movie(s): Office Space, Animal House, and Song Remains the Same
10. Favorite Book(s): Innovation Nation, Teaching the Elephant to Dance, Black Rednecks and White Liberals
11. Favorite Food(s): Mexican, Burgers
12. Favorite Sport/Sports Team: Dodgers
13. Favorite Music (album, artist, style, whatever): Jazz, Hard Rock, - Wayman Tisdale, Dave Koz, Chris Botti, Led Zepplin, Stones, No Doubt
14. Favorite Improv Game: STOP!!!!!!!
15. Favorite Bay Area attraction: Parks, Mt Diablo
16. Favorite Quote: Dinnertime!!!!! From my wife, although I rarely hear it
17. Personal Hero(s): Thomas Sowell, John Wooden and Vin Scully
18. Anything else you want to share (personal thought, funny story, etc.): Nope