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This is what the world of improv sounds like.

Improv is constantly evolving so how do we chronicle what is happening to it as an art form on and off stage? Each episode, The Improv Chronicle seeks to ignite and expand your interest in improvised theatre and comedy by speaking to people who are knowledgable about or impacted by different issues and topics related to the art form.

Hosted by improviser and broadcaster Lloydie James Lloyd from Nottingham, England, each short episode lifts the lid on an aspect of improv worth exploring and helps chronicle the growth of spontaneous discovery and creation around the world. www.improvchronicle.com. You can support the show here: https://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast

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That First Show Back 17:58

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Slowly, gradually, in some parts of the world, live shows are coming back. For some performers it’s their first shows back in front of a live audience in 16 months. That sort of gap between shows is something many improvisers never thought they’d have to face and it’s meant a whole big mix of emotions. This episode features: Liam Webber https://www.liamwebberimprov.co.uk/ Nottingham improv duo The Clones Twitter: @liam_webber Instagram: @liamjwebber Tanyika Carey https://www.cherubimprov.org Twitter: @TanyikaCarey IG: @TanyikaCarey Tanyika's sketch team IG: @GaryfromHR. Katy Schutte https://www.katyschutte.co.uk/ Twitter: @katyschutte Instagram: @katyschutte The Improv Chronicle Podcast is produced and hosted by Nottingham improviser Lloydie James Lloyd Get the world of improv in your inbox every two weeks - improvchronicle.substack.com Get transcripts of episodes and blogs at improvchronicle.com Get in touch at newsdesk@improvchronice.com Theme music - Sam Plummer Logo design - Hélène Dollie Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast . See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…

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A Tale Of Two Improv Places 19:23

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What happens when two improv organisations in different parts of the world happen to have the same name - and then discover each other exist? This is the story of The Improv Place, USA and The Improv Place, UK. Last week, after a series of conversations, one of the two organisations changed names. This episode tells the story of how these companies came about, and how they reached a resolution about their names. This episode features: Jermaine Trice from The Improv Place Check out recordings of some of the shows The Improv Place has been staging by following these links: Voices - Episode 7 https://youtu.be/WKX_9US110k Pandemic Chef - Episode 3 https://youtu.be/-VOgCldPpow Sing! - Episode 1 https://youtu.be/Q3JyOclEFoc Variété - Episode 1 https://youtu.be/NUaIayFtQ24 The House Show - Episode 1 https://youtu.be/VUmayiFs9nI Katy Schutte and Chris Mead from The Improv Place UK, which is now known as The International Improv Station You can find them at their old site, ahead of their rebrand at https://theimprov.place/ which will soon become - http://internationalimprovstation.com/ The Improv Chronicle Podcast is produced and hosted by Nottingham improviser Lloydie James Lloyd Get the world of improv in your inbox every two weeks - improvchronicle.substack.com Get transcripts of episodes and blogs at improvchronicle.com Get in touch at newsdesk@improvchronice.com Theme music - Sam Plummer Logo design - Hélène Dollie Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast . See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…

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Save The Scene 11:04

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How do we turn a scene around when it isn't going as well as we intended. This episode, host Lloydie gets voicemails from improvisers around the world with top tips on how to rescue a scene that's not going well. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast This show features: Andel Sudik Jon Nguyen Emma Bird Pete Bergen Hannah Platts Monika Ozdarska Tim Sniffen The Improv Chronicle Podcast is produced and hosted by Nottingham improviser Lloydie James Lloyd Get the newsletter at improvchronicle.com Get in touch at newsdesk@improvchronice.com Theme music - Sam Plummer Logo design - Hélène Dollie Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast . See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…

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How External Factors Influence Our Improv 16:38

4 years ago16:38

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How much do external factors like the space we play in or the audience have an influence on what we do on stage as improvisers - and how much impact should they have? Three improvisers from three different countries give their thoughts on the impact of the audience, the spaces they play in and how much attention we should pay to that. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast This show features: Emily Brady: Check out her podcast, The Improv Treehouse here: https://soundcloud.com/improvtreehouse Rob Mulligan: Check out Rob's two podcasts: Good Stuf with Rob and Nick - https://anchor.fm/good-stuf-podcast Adverture Incorporated - https://adventureincpod.com/ Rob Norman: Check out Rob's podcast, The Backline here: https://thesonarnetwork.com/the-backline/ Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast . See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…

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Getting Stuck In Your Head 19:47

4 years ago19:47

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From time to time, many (if not most) improvisers find themselves stuck inside their head and thinking too much. How can we identify when it is happening, and how can we moderate any negative impact it might be having on our performance. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast This episode features: Shari Hazlett Instagram: @ShariHazlett Jessica Mitolo https://www.secondcity.com/people/chicago/jessica-mitolo/ Jay Sukow https://todayimprov.com/ The Improv Chronicle Podcast is produced and hosted by Nottingham improviser Lloydie James Lloyd Theme music - Sam Plummer Logo design - Hélène Dollie Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast . See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…

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When Improv Means Business 19:19

4 years ago19:19

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What exactly does improv give to the corporate world and how is it benefitting workplaces, even during (or especially during) the pandemic! This episode we explore the ways improv is helping the business world become more effective and more human, and how not knowing what is to come can be an advantage. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast This episode features: Richard Bradford , head of facilitation at The Maydays: https://www.themaydays.co.uk/business-improv/ Hear the new Maydays podcast at: www.podfollow.com/maydays Aih Mendoza from Third World Improv: https://thirdworldimprov.com www.facebook.com/thirdworldimprov and check out Third World Improv's house team who are performing weekly shows here: www.facebook.com/housekeepingimprov Neil Mullarkey from The Comedy Store Players: https://neilmullarkey.com Join Josie Lawrence and Neil for a live family friendly virtual show on 27th May at 6pm UK time live from the Comedy Store: https://www.thecomedystorelive.co.uk/shows/neil-mullarkeys-crowdsauce The Improv Chronicle Podcast is produced and hosted by Nottingham improviser Lloydie James Lloyd Theme music - Sam Plummer Logo design - Hélène Dollie Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast . See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…

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Stage Fright 20:00

4 years ago20:00

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What happens when you get stage fright and how have some improvisers overcome it? This episode features personal stories about how people have overcome their own anxieties about performing at a time when some others are feeling nerves for the first time. If you are experiencing any sort of anxiety in relation to going onto the stage, do talk to someone about it. I hope this podcast is helpful but please remember, if you need advice on your specific situation, do see a professional. Love this podcast? Help it keep going here: https://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast This episode features: Luke Benson: You can hear Luke on Look What’s After Happening - an improvised comedy podcast where Luke and Mark Cantan present a nonsensical history of the world as characters Colin Spress and Cillian Vermillion, without the burden of facts or knowledge. Recent guests include Jess McKenna, Dan Lippert, Jon Gabrus and Ryan Rosenberg. Neil Munro: Neil works as a media producer, filmmaker, photographer, editor, performer, & podcaster. His is the editor of the We Are What We Overcome Podcast about mental health - https://facebook.com/WAWWOpodcast/ Susan Messing: Find Susan on Twitter at @MessingSusan The Improv Chronicle Podcast is produced and hosted by Nottingham improviser Lloydie James Lloyd Theme music - Sam Plummer Logo design - Hélène Dollie Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast . See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…

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Exploring The Game Of The Scene 20:11

4 years ago20:11

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The Game Of The Scene is one of the more debated improv concepts. Part of that debate has simply focused on defining what we mean by ‘the game of the scene’ and part of the debate has been about its usefulness or necessity. This episode we explore definitions of Game and hear from those who use this tool and those who don’t. Love this podcast? Help it keep going here: https://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast This episode features: Bill Arnett https://chicagoimprovstudio.com/ Brandon Gardner https://losangeles.ucbtrainingcenter.com/ https://www.wgimprovschool.com/ Patti Styles https://www.pattistiles.com/ The Improv Chronicle Podcast is produced and hosted by Nottingham improviser Lloydie James Lloyd Theme music - Sam Plummer Logo design - Hélène Dollie Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast . Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast . See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…

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The Future Of Online Improv 17:10

4 years ago17:10

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As we continue talking about the move towards getting back to improv in real life, what will happen to online improv? To begin with it was a stop-gap for most, but one year in, it’s fostered an international community that isn’t going to go away. So when we are back doing shows in real life, where does online improv fit? Love this podcast? Help it keep going here: https://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast This episode features: Jason Geis: CSZN Comedy Network: twitch.tv/csznchicago (come watch anytime) Theater: cszchicago.com Classes (online): https://www.cszchicago.com/training Laxmi Priya: Improv Comedy Bangalore ( https://www.icbangalore.com/ ) Braínne Edge: https://www.comedysportz.co.uk/ The Improv Chronicle Podcast is produced and hosted by Nottingham improviser Lloydie James Lloyd Theme music - Sam Plummer Logo design - Hélène Dollie Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast . See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…

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Considering Not Going Back To Improv 22:44

4 years ago22:44

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As the vaccine rollouts happen around the world, announcements are beginning to be made about when theatres might be able to open later in the year. This episode you’re going to hear from improvisers who, after a year of doing no live performance, have been considering not going back to the art form. CONTENT WARNING: This episode features conversations about grief and suicidal thoughts. If you are impacted by these topics or need help, please follow these links. There are people and organisations who can help you. https://unitedgmh.org/mental-health-support https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lines This show features: Brendan Duffy Hear Brendan on The James Bond A-Z podcast: https://podfollow.com/jamesbondatoz/ Hellena Jang Follow Hellena on social media to find out about classes: Facebook: Hellena Jang Instagram: hellena_jang Videos(YouTube) : https://www.youtube.com/user/dkdltm80 Korean website: http://hellenajang.com Hugh Clark Follow Hugh on Twitter @Hugh_what_where Hugh is in Stealing The Show - follow them at @Showtheft on all platforms MATES: The Improvised '90s Sitcom is @matesimprov on Facebook and Twitter Space Base Mars podcast is @spacebasemars on all platforms, listen at https://pod.link/spacebasemars Susan Messing Find Susan on Twitter at @MessingSusan Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast . See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…

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When Improv Meets Sketch 20:22

4 years ago20:22

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Go to a lot of improv theatre websites and alongside the classes in improv, you’ll often see classes in sketch comedy too. Why are improv and sketch such regular bedfellows and how can being an improviser help you be a better sketch writer? Love this podcast? Help it keep going here: https://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast This episode features: Shantira Jackson Find out more about Shantira here: https://www.shantira.com Armando Diaz Take a sketch or improv class online at Armando's theatre here: https://magnettheater.com/ Susan Harrison Check out the improvised podcast Susan does with Gemma Arrowsmith - "Hayley and Ruth:Two Stars" here: https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/hayley_ruth_two_stars/ Susanyeeha on Instagram and @SueHarrison123 on Twitter The Improv Chronicle Podcast is produced and hosted by Nottingham improviser Lloydie James Lloyd Theme music - Sam Plummer Logo design - Hélène Dollie Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast . See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…

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Dramatic Improv - Leaning Into The Emotion 20:44

4 years ago20:44

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Show notes: The words improv and comedy are so regularly used together, but comedy doesn’t have to be the goal. How do we define what ‘dramatic improv’ is and how is the audience experience different? Love this podcast? Help it keep going here: https://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast This show features: Chris Lock Check out Chris’ podcast here: https://www.roughsketch.online/ Kathy Rinaldi Check out Kathy’s team, Impromptu, here: https://impromptuimprov.com/ Tony Rielage Tony runs the Dramatic Improv Festival which this year is Oct 6th - 10th. Submissions accepted until June 30th here: https://dramaticimprovfest.com/ Tony also runs the only theatre dedicated to dramatic improv. You can find out more and take classes in dramatic improv and experience it yourself here: https://www.theatremomentum.com/classes Rachel Thorn Check out @sexliesimprov on Facebook and Twitter MATES: The Improvised '90s Sitcom is @matesimprov on Facebook and Twitter Lovefool is @lovefool90s on Facebook and Instagram The Improv Chronicle Podcast is produced and hosted by Nottingham improviser Lloydie James Lloyd Theme music - Sam Plummer Logo design - Hélène Dollie Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast . See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…

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Adapting The Online Space 21:09

4 years ago21:09

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Just as our art form adapted by going online, online shows have adapted with the technology. As people realise that online improv is going to stay with us in some form how is technology is being used and adapted by teams to make the experience better for performers and audiences and the improv community as a whole? Love this podcast? Help it keep going here: https://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast This episode features: Stephanie Rae from The Black Improv Alliance: https://blackimprovalliance.com Chris Griswold from Pineappl: https://pineappl.studio/ Experience Pineappl for yourself in a free drop-in workshop with Chris: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-monday-improv-comedy-drop-in-on-pineappl-registration-133052127495 Chris Mead and Katy Schutte from The Improv Place: https://theimprov.place/ The Improv Chronicle Podcast is produced and hosted by Nottingham improviser Lloydie James Lloyd Theme music - Sam Plummer Logo design - Hélène Dollie Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast . See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…

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Short-form Improv Takes Centre Stage Online 18:54

4 years ago18:54

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It's nearly ten months since most live improv shows around the world paused. Some improvisers have taken their short form shows online and adapted them, other improvisers have decided to move from long form to short form as they feel it suits the medium. Is short-form better suited to our new online improv world? Love this podcast? Help it keep going here: https://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast This episode features: Kayla Parker from ACT Improv, Dallas, USA See ACT's online shows here: https://www.facebook.com/improvACT/videos https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjbUqvqMFAlRIrTSdU109g Sean Mason from Comedy Sportz, Manchester, UK ComedySportz have shows every Wednesday and Saturday at 7pm GMT. You can watch and subscribe at youtube.com/cszuk They have a foundation improv course starting 21st January. They are working with the Black Improv Alliance to offer 5 free spaces on the course. Visit: https://www.comedysportz.co.uk/foundation-improvisation-online/ to find out more and book a space. Social Media: www.twitter.com/comedysportz_uk www.facebook.com/cszmanchesteruk www.instagram.com/cszmanchester Colin Mochrie (Whose Line Is It Anyway / Colin and Brad) Stream Of Consciousness live shows every weekend https://passportshows.com/portfolio/stream-of-consciousness/ The Improv Chronicle Podcast is produced and hosted by Nottingham improviser Lloydie James Lloyd Theme music - Sam Plummer Logo design - Hélène Dollie Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast . See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…

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The Bits We Left Out In 2020 22:06

4 years ago22:06