The Improv Chronicle Podcast

By: Lloydie James Lloyd
  • Summary

  • 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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Episodes
  • The Return of Clowning: Transforming Improv
    Jun 18 2024

    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 Club Wormhole https://www.instagram.com/club_wormhole/

    Andel Sudik – Improviser and Teacher https://www.yesandel.com/

    Isaac Charles Kessler – Clown and Improviser https://www.instagram.com/isaackessler/


    Host:

    Lloydie James Lloyd


    Podcast Theme:

    Composed by Chris Stevens at Studio Dragonfly


    Support The Improv Chronicle Podcast by donating or sponsoring an episode. Your contribution helps us continue to share the stories and wisdom of improvisers from around the globe. https://ko-fi.com/improvchronicle

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    16 mins
  • Arctic Beginnings: Climate Comedy on Tour
    Jun 4 2024

    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 accessible and engaging through comedy and improv. Find out more at http://www.rockandcoal.ie/


    Guests:

    Jessamyn Fairfield – Improviser and Scientist

    Katy Schutte – Improviser, Writer, and Theatre Maker


    Host:

    Lloydie James Lloyd


    Podcast Theme:

    Composed by Chris Stevens at Studio Dragonfly


    Support The Improv Chronicle Podcast by donating or sponsoring an episode. Your contribution helps us continue to share the stories and wisdom of improvisers from around the globe. https://ko-fi.com/improvchronicle

    Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast.


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    16 mins
  • The Masks We Wear: The Danger Of Assimilation In Improv
    May 21 2024

    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 Escobedo


    Host:

    Lloydie James Lloyd


    Podcast Theme:

    Composed by Chris Stevens at Studio Dragonfly


    Support The Improv Chronicle Podcast by donating or sponsoring an episode. Your contribution helps us continue to share the stories and wisdom of improvisers from around the globe. https://ko-fi.com/improvchronicle

    Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-improv-chronicle-podcast.


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    14 mins

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