The Social Contract of the Coffee Shop
As a traveling artisan, comedian, writer, voice actor, and bohemian extraordinaire (see: Homeless Person), I often find myself in a strange city with nowhere to go, and nothing to do except watch Netflix and write mostly unread blog entries. (Approximation of my adulting life) This usually finds me in a Starbucks, Panera, or some local chain, making the most of their fine caffeinated beverages, and of course, their free internets. But, as anyone who has ever tried to get that
3/11 - 3/17 #WhereMarkIsSleeping Wrap Up
If you aren't following me on Instagram (@MarkViolaComedy), then you've probably missed out on this little segment I do...#WhereMarkIsSleeping. As I crash different places every night, I've decided to share with you guys the wacky places I put my head down. Here's a wrap-up from the last week: Williamsburg, VA - I actually had a show that came with a hotel room! Comedy Club of Williamsburg in the Double Tree, which is also where they put you up. Very classy, and appreciat
Viola-tion Blog: Episode 1 - What Lies Ahead Just To The Back Of Us
Hello All! Well, it's finally happened. It wasn't enough for me to harass you good people on social media and/or in real life, now I've gone and made a blog. "But...WHY?" you may find yourselves asking. What cruel, merciless god-demon-beast would allow for such a thing to befall the whole of humanity? Was it something from a past life? Is it because of all those times you promised to change your ways if only the universe saw you through one hard moment, only to go back on
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