Jenna ElfmanBack to comedy on ABC Exchange changes came with several protruding facts – including the opportunity to work with a romantic interest on the screen Tim Allen.
“I love making scenes with Tim. I became very excited and it took me some episodes to go: “Ok, who are we in it? Who are you? How is he playing in this format? How is his timing? moment to see how we dance together as partners, ”said Elfman, 53 US Weekly Before its beginnings on Wednesday, February 26, episode of the successful sitcom.
Elfman specifically praised Allen’s ability to support her as a stage partner, adding: “He is so confident as a comic actor. He is just confident and I am confident and we do not care about something [doesn’t land]. When you have done it long enough, you are not paranoid about a joke that does not work and you don’t care. There is no precision and there is enough confidence to support the exploration of the humor scene. »»
The actress also appreciated reaching push your performance.
“I really appreciate this because you have two confident people who play and it really feels good. The other thing that I really appreciate of Tim is that he gives me the total freedom to occupy the space with everything I bring, “she noted. “I don’t feel like he’s sitting there. I do not have the impression that he is sitting there evaluating my comedy or my ability to make a joke. “”
Elfman continued: “I just have the impression of having faith in my abilities and everyone around him. I have the right to be myself in space in front of him. This kind of confidence when you make comedy is really great.
During the next episode of Exchange changesElfman is presented as fiery choreographer Eve Drake, who has a dance studio in front of the classic car catering shop led by the character of Allen, Matt. The synopsis teases how “the quarrel enters Parker Customs and Premiere Dance Lab warms up when Matt confronts the owner on a picnic table placed in the shared alley.”
“You will see more dynamics between Matt and Eve,” teased Elfman We on his recurring role. “Just more communication, opinions and direct exchanges. You can see people in their full minds to do on each other’s face. It’s really fun.
Elfman’s comedy skills are not a surprise for those of We who listened to his successful sitcom Dharma & Gregwhich marked him a Golden Globe and three nominations at the Emmy. Exchange changes offered Elfman the opportunity to return to the comedy space alongside Showrunner Michelle Nader.
“I have already worked with Tim on a film, so I know it is charming. He’s so good in what he does. It’s like you don’t even see it happening, then all of a sudden, it’s just great. But Michelle Nader and I had a telephone conversation and she gave me through her plan in terms of sitcom and made her feel fresh, which is so difficult, ”she recalls. “We all like a good sitcom, but it has its trouble in doing in terms of streaming and social media and the big sitcoms were above all that.”
Elfman continued by explaining that she knew Exchange changes was something specialAdding: “I really like the format. So I was interested in making one, but I didn’t think it could be done well or fresh or new. So Michelle – and the rest of the distribution and the team – only kick the ass. It’s so good. She just wanted to have a new idea of what a strong woman looks like. Everything she said resonated with me. It was at home for me.
She continued: “I loved her vision of how to approach the family at the center of the series and the generation is divided culturally, politically and emotionally. It is a sitcom but it is based on talent, who knows how to act and who knows how to deliver comedy. At the same time, writing really supports this too. Everything seemed just to come and play and I’m so happy to have done it because I had a great time. We just finished the shooting of the last episode last night and it’s so good. “”
Exchange changes Area on Wednesday ABC at 8 p.m. he before broadcasting the next day on Hulu.
