Gina Ippolito

Writer, Performer at The UCB Theater

Contact: Website

Gina Ippolito is an improv performer currently directing shows at The UCB Theater and The iO West Theater.

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Some female comedians say they have been exploited by a longstanding improv concept called “Yes, And.”

Yes, Stop, L.A. Comedy

Some female comedians say they have been exploited by a longstanding improv concept called “Yes, And.”

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