The Improv Chronicle Podcast

Jun 17 2024 72 ep. 18 mins 102

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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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The Return of Clowning: Transforming Improv

Jun 17 2024 16 mins

Clowns are making a comeback, and their impact on the world of improv is undeniable. In this episode, Lloydie explores the resurgence of clowning and its influence on improvisation. He speaks with several improvisers who integrate clowning into their practice to understand the overlap, the differences, and the essence of clowning.Guests:Lee Kennedy – Clown and Middle Banana at Cl

Arctic Beginnings: Climate Comedy on Tour

Jun 03 2024 15 mins

Not many improv projects start with a trip to the Arctic and then end up trying to save the world. In this episode, Lloydie delves into the unique and inspiring journey of "We Built This City on Rock'n Coal," a climate change improv science comedy touring show. This initiative is touring the west coast of Ireland and Northern Ireland, aiming to make the climate crisis more accessib

The Masks We Wear: The Danger Of Assimilation In Improv

May 20 2024 13 mins

David Escobedo, a PhD candidate and the mind behind the Improv Boost website, joins Lloydie to explore the complexities of maintaining individuality while fostering group collaboration. They discuss the balance between contributing one's unique voice and accommodating others, the unintentional nature of assimilation, and the impact it has on storytelling diversity.Guest:David Escob

SPECIAL: Kornfeld And Andrews: The Radio Plays

May 06 2024 14 mins

This is a special bonus episode showcasing a brand new podcast: Kornfeld and Andrews: The Radio Plays.Subscribe to hear more episodes at podfollow.com/kornfeldandandrewsTwo co-workers need to sharpen the important presentation they have to make, but both appear to be lost in the corporate machine, while simultaneously being in the work restrooms.Improvised by:Louis KornfeldRick And

Scene Hog? Ensuring Everyone Gets Their Moment to Shine

Apr 22 2024 16 mins

What happens when one artist takes up too much space? This episode, Lloydie dives into the delicate dance of sharing the spotlight. We hear from Swedish improviser Hjalmar Hardestam who reflects on the fine line between supporting scenes and steamrolling them. As he recounts his experiences from the Robin Hood International Improv Festival, we're offered a glimpse into the self-awa

Choosing To Know: The "Five-Seconds Ahead" Improv Tool

Apr 09 2024 18 mins

Have you ever watched an improv scene unfold and felt like you were witnessing a real-life magic trick? That's the power of the 'choose to know' philosophy in improvisation, as taught by the acclaimed actor and improviser Craig Cackowski. In this episode Lloydie sits down with Craig to discuss this transformative approach to improv that has the potential to not only solve common sc

Bridging The Improv Divide - A Tale Of Two Cities' Improv Alliance

Mar 25 2024 15 mins

In a groundbreaking move, two improv theaters from different cities forge a unique collaboration, setting the stage for a new era of improvisational comedy. This episode takes you on a journey from Chicago to Brooklyn as Lloydie explores the partnership between the iO Theater and the Brooklyn Comedy Collective. Discover the behind-the-scenes story of how these institutions are crea

Scene Initiations: Action, Reception, and the Unspoken

Mar 11 2024 22 mins

Is the initiation of a scene all that important? How do we make a good start? What are different ways of starting off? This episode we delve into the essence of what makes a good scene start. Guest Rob Norman shares his wisdom on the importance of the "first breath" of a scene, the power of emotions over words, and the necessity of making bold choices on stage. We explore the nuanc

The Improv Burnout Chronicles: When Passion Leads To Exhaustion

Feb 26 2024 17 mins

Step behind the curtain with Lloydie on the Improv Chronicle as he lifts the lid on a situation impacting a growing number in the improv community: burnout. Lloydie connects with Laura, a member of the Glasgow improv scene and producer of Edinburgh International Improv Festival, and David Raitt, a Toronto improviser with decades of experience, to discuss the fine line between passi

The Chemistry of Comedy: Building an Improv Family

Feb 12 2024 18 mins

Navigating the nuances of forming an improv team can be as complex as a well-crafted scene. In this episode of The Improv Chronicle Podcast, we delve deep into the essentials of team dynamics, commitment levels, and the alchemy of personalities that can make or break a group's chemistry. Hear insights from improvisers who have been through the process of assembling and reassembling