March 2, 2009

NEW VIDEO: NOT SO PERFECT

Things get a little steamy when Barbie brings Jason Preistly home on a date.

This is our last short of the season! We've been working on this video for a long time now, so check out the video page for some behind-the-scenes pictures and a short article about our process. Thanks for sticking with us this far. We'll still be posting videos on this site, so check back in a while to see what we're up to. We've already been working on some exciting ideas for next season. Until then.

Feb 23, 2009

NEW VIDEO: HOW TO KISS A GIRL

Brian Barlow shares a few tricks of the kissing trade.

NEXT WEEK: Our stop-motion animated sketch. It's our last video of the season, and it's a big one. You'll also see a quick look behind the scenes, so mark it on your calander, or subscribe to our podcast!

Feb 16, 2009

NEW VIDEO: BABY FIREFIGHTERS

A frustrated writers' meeting takes an unexpected turn when a confident stranger enters with the pitch of a lifetime.

Also new this week: The Wrong Box has entered the digital age, as we are now available on iTunes. If you like watching our videos every week, you can subscribe to our video podcast, and our newest videos will automatically download to your iTunes. All you have to do is click on the box at the left-hand side of the page where it says "Subscribe to our video podcast on iTunes!" Your iTunes will open up to our home page, where you can click on the grey subscribe button under our name. We also have a plain RSS feed available if you have a different podcast reader than iTunes.

Our YouTube page is slowly being updated with high definition versions of this past season of shorts. See what you were missing!

Only a couple videos left in our season. One of them is currently being created in glorious stop-motion animation.

Feb 9, 2009

NEW VIDEO: HIGH CALIBER GIFT

When it comes to birthdays, some people are just hard to buy for. What can you get for the guy who has everything? Mitchell and Aaron put their heads together and came up with a couple options.

We here at the Wrong Box have really enjoyed the past few months. We've seen a steady increase in viewers, so we'd like to thank everyone for tuning in every monday. In three weeks, we're putting a cap on our first season of videos, and taking a break from the weekly grind to prepare for season two. We've got a strong lineup for you until the end, though, so stay tuned.

Also, check out our RSS feed. More on that next week.

Feb 2, 2009

NEW VIDEO: BADGE OF HARDWARE

This week, The Wrong Box prove that they haven't sold out yet by delivering a hard-edged cop drama instead of a comedy short.

Jan 26, 2009

NEW VIDEO: REVELATIONS

Mitchell and Aaron may be out of the closet, but they've left a few skeletons behind.

Sorry about the delay, folks. Hope to see you this friday at Comedy Bar.

Jan 21, 2009

THE WRONG BOX SHOW: JANUARY 30th, 9:30pm @ COMEDY BAR

There's an amazing line-up, some funny video shorts, real cheap drinks, and then a lot of partying. And this time it's not a school night, so no excuses for not dancing the night away.

Hosted by: Nikki Payne

Featuring: Stand-up by Steve Scholtz, Sketchery by Dinkus (Brian Barlow, Chris Locke, Aaron Eves & Graham Wagner), The stars of the internet sensation "2 Girls, 1 Cup" and a special live performance by The Wrong Box. We'll also be screening a few of our favorite weekly videos, and premiering one that hasn't been on the site.

Location: 945 Bloor Street West (very close to Ossington subway station). Toronto, ON | www.comedybar.ca

Jan 19, 2009

NEW VIDEO: PIZZA TIME!

This movie will deliver laughs within two minutes, or it's free!

(WARNING: This video contains strong sexual content, and even stronger pizzual content. Viewer discretion)

Jan 15, 2009

SHOW: ROLL IN THE AISLES, VIDEO SKETCH FEST AT THE NFB THIS SATURDAY

The Lusty Mannequins also known as Ashley Comeau (Graduate of Humber's Comedy Writing and Performance Programme) and Connor Thompson (Graduate of Queen's University for Film Studies ) are holding their first ever Video Sketch Comedy Night, including a number of videos from The Wrong Box.

The night starts with a screening at 7pm, followed by a post screening reception sponsored by Jack Astor's.

Location: The National Film Board of Canada. On the corner of John & Richmond, across from the Paramount Theatre.

Jan 12, 2009

NEW VIDEO: SEEMINGLY HOPELESS

When a down-on-his-luck writer meets a melancholy stranger, both men end up getting (and giving) more than they bargained for.

Jan 5, 2009

NEW COMIC STRIP: BLIND MELONS

We're starting off the year with the first episode in a new series of Deborah Robinson's Comic Strips. Blinded by her financial distress, Deb concocts a morally reprehensible scheme to make some easy cash.

Dec 29, 2008

NEW VIDEO: INSISTENT REPLAY

It would be nice if every argument could be settled like this. Well, not exactly like this…

(Warning: This video contains violence, partial nudity and mild quantum physics. Also, members of The Wrong Box would like to wish everyone a happy new year.)

Dec 22, 2008

NEW VIDEO: CHEAP SHOTS

Deborah's day off turns sour when an unwelcome guest shows up at the gym. Like always though, her best friend Steve has a clever solution.

NEXT WEEK: A long awaited and highly anticipated second film from the directors of "I am facebook". Mitchell Cushman & Aaron Feldman in "Insistent Replay."

Dec 15, 2008

NEW VIDEO: I'VE SEEN MANY WINTERS

An old man is strangely intrigued.

NEXT WEEK: Our entry for the 48hr SketchFest video contest. Deborah Robinson, Steve Scholtz & Daniel in "Cheap Shots."

Dec 9, 2008

SHOW: DEB & DANIEL @ THE LONER SHOW 4TH ANNIVERSARY - DECEMBER 14th

The Wrong Box's Deborah Robinson & Daniel Warth will each be doing a one-minute live set at the 4th Anniversary of The Loner Show, this Sunday December 14th at the Rivoli . Also on the bill are Makesi Arthur, Rebecca Addelman, Michael Balazo, Dave Barclay, Erin Crouse, Katie Crown, DDP, Aaron Eves, Nathan Fielder, Nick Flanagan, Matt Folliott, Derek Forgie, Inessa Frantowski, Tim Gilbert, Brendan Halloran, James Hartnett, Carter Hayden, Sara Hennessey, Andy Hull, Alana Johnston, Marc Kennedy, Bob Kerr, Rebecca Kohler, Chris Locke, Kaitlin Loftus, Kayla Lorette, Glenn Macaulay, Jon McCurley, Krista MacIsaac, Levi MacDougall, Dave Martin, Kristen McGregor, Daryn McIntyre, Jon Perrault, Kathleen Phillips, Adam B. Picard, Tim Polley, Holly Prazoff, Jared Sales, Josh Saltzman, Steve Scholtz, Paul Schuck, Norm Sousa, Pam Thomson, Graham Wagner, Scott Yamamura, and Tal Zimerman (each doing one-minute, solo, non-stand-up comedy).

Location: 332 Queen Street West. Doors open at 8:30pm, show starts at 9pm. Admission is $5.

Dec 8, 2008

NEW VIDEO: PICTIONARY

In this sketch, Daniel sketches a sketch of a sketchy nature. Sketch sketch sketch sketch.

Featuring: Daniel Warth, Aaron Feldman, Mitchell Cushman, Stevie Atkins, Angie Hilts and Zazu Myers

Dec 1, 2008

NEW VIDEO: TWO GIRLS, ONE CUP: DEFENDERS OF JUSTICE

After conquering the world of internet pornography, the Two Girls quickly get bored of their stardom. They decide instead to use their vulgar powers to fight crime.

Featuring: Nikki Payne, Deborah Robinson, Dan Galea & Katherine Meadows

Nov 30, 2008

SHOW: DEB AND DANIEL @ THE BREAD AND CIRCUS - TUESDAY NIGHT @ 8pm

The Wrong Box's Deborah Robinson and Daniel Warth will be co-hosting the monthly Dragons of Comedy show this Tuesday December 2nd at the Bread & Circus at 8pm. Also performing are Rebecca Kohler, Chris Locke, Sandra Battaglini, Matt Watts, Nile Seguin, Alana Johnston & Kayla Lorette, Hunter and Squirrel, and Jet Fighter Pilots.

Location: 193.5 Baldwin Street (in Kensington Market)

Nov 27, 2008

THE WRONG BOX LAUNCH PARTY

Our sincerest appreciation to everyone who came out to celebrate the launch of The Wrong Box. It got pretty cosy at Comedy Bar for a tuesday night late show. Special thanks to Levi for his witty wrangling, and to Norm, Cole, Debbi, Bri, and the Boom.

This is only the beginning though. We're already putting the pieces together for our next show, coming in the near future.

And as always, new videos on the way. Every monday. Next week's video is a big one.

Nov 24, 2008

NEW VIDEO: SLICE OF LIFE

Aaron gets some heartbreaking news, but Dan can't find the words to console him.

Featuring: Daniel Warth & Aaron Feldman.

Also, a reminder about our WEBSITE LAUNCH PARTY tomorrow night at COMEDY BAR. Hosted by Levi MacDougall, and featuring performances by Punch Drysdale, The Barlows and The Boom. 10pm @ 945 Bloor Street West (a block west of Ossington subway station). Hope to see you there.

Nov 17, 2008

NEW VIDEO: CAR TOUCH OF DEATH - THE MOVIE

In the summer of 2006, a major car company sponsored a contest to see who could keep their hand on a car the longest. There were no survivors.

Featuring: The Boom (Deborah Robinson, Dan Galea, Desree Lavoy, Tim Dorsch, Eytan Millstone, Jay Wells)

Nov 10, 2008

NEW VIDEO: THE EX-SIDEKICK

This week: a brand new superhero duo for you! Watch Bolt Boy and his crime-fighting partner Zip Girl hit the mean city streets to bring bad guys to justice. But can a figure from Bolt Boy's past get in their way?

Featuring: Garrett Jamieson, Deborah Robinson and Katie Crown.

Nov 5, 2008

LAUGH SABBATH: THE WRONG BOX LIVE @ THE RIVOLI

The Wrong Box's own Mitchell Cushman, Aaron Feldman & Daniel Warth will be performing a set of live sketch comedy at the Laugh Sabbath Talent Show on Sunday November 9th at 9pm @ the Rivoli (332 Queen Street West).

Also on the bill are Katie Crown, Aubrey Tennant, Dick Wolfs (Andrew Kines and Rhonda Riche), Daniel Woodrow, Kayla Lorette & Alana Johnson, The Barlows, Levi MacDougall and host James Hartnett.

Doors open at 8:30pm. Admission is $5. | www.rivoli.ca

Nov 3, 2008

NEW VIDEO: CHAINSAW FACE

November third marks the launch of our new weekly videos. This week: the film that swept the nation. The New York Times put it in their list of top five films of all time, just above Citizen Kane. "There's some sort of machine on his face..." well, you know how the rest goes. Everybody in the country does, except for Aaron Feldman. He never saw it coming.

Oct 25 , 2008

RELEASE PARTY: COMEDY BAR, NOV. 25 @ 10pm

Hosted by Levi MacDougall, and featuring sets by Punch Drysdale, The Barlows and The Boom, as well as videos by The Wrong Box.

Along with the launch of our website, The Wrong Box have been eagerly planning a release party. We've worked with so many great comedians over the past few months, so we wanted a chance to show some new videos and share the stage with some friends of ours. Stick around after the show for drinks and a 60's dance party with DJ Sniff Bomb!

Location: 945 Bloor Street West (a block west of Ossington subway station). Toronto, ON | www.comedybar.ca

Oct 19 , 2008

LAUNCHED!

Close to a month after conception, our website is now up and running. The Wrong Box is a collective of young Toronto filmmakers who make comedic shorts, music videos, stop-motion animations, and more. In addition to writing and producing our own material, we also create sketch videos for some of the city's best comedy acts, including Levi MacDougall, Nikki Payne, Deborah Robinson, Punch Drysdale, Brian Barlow, The Boom, and more.

We're currently in the process of uploading all of our old videos. You can watch them in the (videos) section. Or learn more about us in the (artists) section.

Starting November 3rd, we're planning on putting up a new video every monday.

© the wrong box, 2008