Collider: How did this come about?
Were you looking to do a sitcom?
I need to laugh.
You had it onWill & Grace, but whats the sitcom live audience experience like?
Is it similar to working on stage in the theater, where you also get that immediate feedback?
BOMER: Its really its own beast.
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You do need a certain size.
you should probably be on voice.
It plays in wider shots, so you cant rely on a close-up to convey certain things.
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But it moves so fast.
With this, you may have two minutes.
To me, interestingly, thats scarier than when they give you the lines very spontaneously.
And I think the audience picks up on that as well.
‘Mid-Century Modern’ premieres March 28 on Hulu.
Whats it like to then go another step further and add the physical comedy to it?
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BOMER: Some of thats on the fly.
Some of its been rehearsed for three or four days beforehand.
Sometimes youre sweating it out for a couple of days, figuring out what works and what doesnt.
Sometimes its a really hot, sweaty moment where youre falling on your face and its not working.
Thats when youre glad to be surrounded by really brilliant artists.
What was it like to find that dynamic with her?
She was just so fantastic.
Thats the kind of multi-cam that I loved growing up.
While you were doing this series, Linda Lavin passed away.
She really grounded the whole set and led us all by example.
She was a master of this medium.
Starting with the work, if I was ever lost in a scene, I would turn to Linda.
She knew exactly what to do.
More importantly, she was a lovely person who was at a beautiful point in her life.
She was vital and kind and gracious and loving and doing some of the best work of her career.
It was shocking and heartbreaking.
Im just grateful for the time that we had with her.
I think shell always be a part of this show.
Is all of that scripted?
Do you have some freedom in that?
BOMER: I think if you wanted to find some freedom between the lines, you probably could.
Its not really encouraged to just riff.
This is a medium where youre using both sides of your brain.
So, improv is not encouraged unless its during rehearsals or between the lines.
The nice thing is that they are always collaborative and open to input in the process.
BOMER: That was a last-minute call.
But with Orgosmonds, whatever is on film is the only time I ever said that word on camera.
The series is expected to bring back Matt Bomber as Neal Caffrey.
How much closer are we to seeing the return ofWhite Collar?
BOMER: I love those actors so much.
And all the creatives on it.
To get to work with them on anything would just be a dream come true.
Well have to just see.
BOMER: That would be pretty dreamy, too.
I think theyd all do a pretty kick ass job on this show, I have to say.
Tiffani [Thiessen]s been doing this since she was 12 years old.
Shes got this down.
Tim [DeKay] did the show with Julia Louis-Dreyfus.
Theres such an opportunity for great guest stars on this show.
The list goes on and on and on.
We had so many great actors.
The episode with the Mormon guy was really so memorable.
Singing the song with him is such a beautiful moment.
What was that episode like to shoot?
It was the first time venturing out into the deep end in front of an audience.
The scenes they wrote were so strong and so meaningful, and I hope that theyre impactful to people.
Thats a big reason why it was important for me to be a part of a show like this.
What was that like to figure out and shoot?
BOMER: That was hilarious.
We had so much fun.
There was a lot of math to that one because it was very specific camera work as well.
Its one of those fun moments that hopefully will feel universal to a lot of people.
I appreciate that you leave the end of the season on a dance note with a giant disco ball.
Did you have a favorite singing and/or dancing moment this season?
The series is streaming on Hulu now.
BOMER: Working with Jonah was one of the most incredible experiences in my career.
The way I collaborated with him and the way he works with actors is so singular and unique.
I dont think its something that you’re able to take to every set.
He tries to approach everything with a sense of humor, no matter how much pathos was involved.
It was an unbelievable experience.
I love him, as an artist and as a person.
That cast was so dreamy.
Im so excited for the world to see the movie.
Are you thinking about directing again soon?
BOMER: I would like to.
I had an opportunity come up, and Im kicking myself that I didnt take it.
I wish I had.
But if its the right thing, then yeah, I absolutely would.
It just has to be the right thing.
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