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TheMovieSmith Nickelodeon's first foray into the variety series genre was "Roundhouse". Each episode of the series tackled a subject familiar to most kids and teens with originality and imagination. The multi- talented cast was stellar, ranging from their signing abilities (Shawn Daywalt and Crystal Lewis)to their hip-hop, dancing in the streets style of dance (Seymour Willis Green, Alfred Carr, Dominic Lucero, Micki Duran, Julene Renee, and lead choreographer Ivan Dudynsky), and the comedic talents (Jon Crane, Mark David, and David Sidoni) of the cast were superb. All the topics (some which would be considered taboo in the modern PC culture) were done in good taste topped with enough immaturity to make it appealing to younger kids. The series signature wit, timing, and elaborate use of the scarce sets and props (most of which was cardboard boxes made to look TVs, etc) showed why one point Nickelodeon was a cable leader. Sure the series looks dated complete with the grunge elements of the early 90's but the series doesn't loose its charm when you remove your nostalgia goggles. Roundhouse was truly one of the greatest shows on TV in the 1990's.

hellraiser7 The great thing about improv is that it gives a group creative freedom, for the actors to pretty much do what ever they want or can think of in a matter of mere seconds. But also though it, it almost feels as though there is a real sense of honesty due to how much energy and heart they put into there performance.This is another one of my favorite skit shows I really like that I think is under the radar. Granted this show wasn't totally overlooked but as time went on it's became forgotten.What makes this skit show stand out is how unique it truly is because this is a show that's based on improv comedy. It sort of reminds me a little of the Fools Play Improv from the Dead Gentlemen Production group at my collage PLU whom were great. Having this kind of comedy as a live TV show wasn't the easiest feet let alone what they all had to do throughout the show. OK, may'be not all of it was improved most of it was obviously rehearsed and some parts scripted but not all, because those things were mainly guidelines afterward the actors and actresses we're on their own. So if you think certain things their saying or performing are loose and unscripted, they really are.The cast was great, they were young, energetic and really talented all were practically a triple threat as they can also sing and dance which they were able to blend in and balance in the show very well. I do like the songs most of them are memorable that you almost want to sing and dance to, I wouldn't mind have a few of them on an Ipod, my favorite is the song on not wanting to give up the TV in the TV on trial skit.Each episode has a boatload of skits all crammed together and all done at a quick pace to the point it looked like the cast was starting to run out of breath; which is actually more than any skit comedy where the usual episode only holds a sum. Also what's interesting is each of the skits are performed on live stage and with limited sets and props at hand which I'll admit is an unorthodox move but it works because it fits in with the nature of improv comedy since part of it is based on using our imaginations more and on a technical point of view for the amount of skits they have to perform, there is no way professional sets would be produced on time or depending on the skit might not even be possible.Also each of the skits weren't totally random each of them were based on a social issue the show was tackling which is also something different because it makes the show educational in a good way; because what the show does is satire and parody on the social issue along with presenting a good message with suttlety without being heavy handed or preachy.The only comedic character in each of the skits that stands out is the Dad character whom is my favorite and is just hilarious. From just how deliciously vulgar and crass, yet strangely sensible he can be. But just how he's literally the ultimate couch potato, with that motorized Lazy Boy that just has everything you would want without the need to get up much.And some of the skits are memorable, like the "TV on Trial" episode which was funny but I really like how it has a great message that the visual media is a right and not the cause of social problems we have. And there is the "Gang Violence" episode what makes that episode stand out is the ending where everything was just total silence, which I'll admit gave me a sad chill because it really hammered the point on how serious a problem it really was and it was no laughing matter; though what makes that ending sadder is that it's still happening today.I've said enough, Roundhouse is a house of fun to come into.Rating: 3 and a half stars

college_kate1 I remember watching Roundhouse seasons 1-3 on "Snick" when I was a wee preteen-teen. Although it was catered to the young Nickelodean audience, I remember it having a lot of smart and witty pop culture jokes that would have humored older audiences. The actors were also very good--especially the actors who did voice impressions. I remember Clinton, Perot, Bush, Beavis and Butthead, Ren and Stimpy, Dan Quayle and other impressions that were dead on. There was an awful lot of dancing and singing as well, and sometimes the singing was very badly lipsynced. However, the show was impressive and fast-paced. Perhaps it could have found a better "home" on MTV, since the actors appeared to be in their late 20s and there was a heavy concentration on singing and "hip hop" dancing. I remember wanting to have the Motorized Recliner that the Dad character tooled around in. It would be nice if Nickelodean would still air some "early 90s" shows like Roundhouse, Salute Your Shorts, Hey Dude, and Ren and Stimpy. Classics...eh, well not really. It aimed to be SNL but never made it. However, it was much better than its replacement, the lame All That.

chall6 I really enjoyed this show as a junior hign and high school student. I had the opportunity to view this as long as it was on and for me it was a bridge between high school humor and the sophmoric humor of the mid-ninties SNL.At a point the show became cheesey (when they tried to sing), but I will never forget the Pauley Simon skit or the intelligent use of (then) current pop culture. Great Stuff.I have been able to get a hold of two seperate episodes in recent weeks (Jan 2001), and have enjoyed every minute. Non-stop laughs and great energy within.