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Hosts Brenden, Colin, and Tone delve into the five universal touchstones that make a good Improv scene with talented and famous improvisers from around the world. Hear their opinions and learn how to ... more
FAQs about Improv Touchstones:How many episodes does Improv Touchstones have?The podcast currently has 25 episodes available.
May 02, 2021Director, Dramaturge, and Theater-Maker Tatiana Godfrey on ResponsibilityCommunity member, multi-hyphenate performer and teacher, and incredible improviser Tatiana Godfrey talks with Brenden about physicality, diversity, viewpoints and more....more41minPlay
April 10, 2021Film, TV and Narrative Improv Powerhouse, Kari Coleman, on CommunityKari Coleman, Impro Theatre company member and narrative improv expert, talks with Brenden about the differences between comedic and narrative-centered improv. She gives great advice on taking the next step in your improv journey to transitioning to narrative improv. Tone speaks with IC community members, Brad and Claire Patterson, about how improv and marriage can go hand in hand....more44minPlay
March 17, 2021Fable Weaver and Revolutionary Billy Merritt on Robot, Pirate, NinjaTone talks with Improv Revolutionary, Billy Merritt, on his journey and experiences while co-writing Robot, Pirate, Ninja, with Will Hines. Brenden speaks with IC leaders, Jon Ulrich and Colin Thornton, on how the teachings in the book can incorporate into classes....more1h 1minPlay
February 17, 2021Author and Co-Host of 'The Backline' Rob Norman on PresenceA name synonymous with Toronto Improv, and author of the cool book, Improvising Now: A Guide to Modern Improv, helps crack the code on what presence could mean to an improviser. They continue to chat about conflict in scenes, walk-ons, and a multitude of helpful ideas for any improviser to take to their next performance....more57minPlay
January 11, 2021Annoyance Co-founder and Improv Sage Joe Bill on PlayfulnessAnnoyance Theater Co-Founder and Superstar Improv performer and teacher, Joe Bill, talks with Tone about his experiences working abroad, how his life has formed his career and shares valuable knowledge on consistently learning and pushing yourself as an improviser. IC community star, Joe DiSalvo, speaks with Brenden about cerebral improv and Joe's performance with Joe Bill....more59minPlay
December 08, 2020Author and Chicago Improv Stalwart Bill Arnett on TruthChicago Improv Studio and author of "The Complete Improviser" speaks with Brenden about a variety of topics based on the touchstone of truth. The two go over how to stay grounded, great approaches to initiations, and one of the assumptions in Bill's book. Improv Cincinnati community guest, Patricia Mullins, gives her take on Truth and Vulnerability....more43minPlay
November 02, 2020Television Star Greg Proops on PresenceSeason Two opens with improv legend Greg Proops having an honest, juicy detail-filled conversation with Touchstones' new co-host, Tone Branson. Greg talks about his incredible start and journey with Whose Line Is It Anyway? and his career, centered around our touchstone of Presence....more58minPlay
September 07, 2020Legendary Performer and Host Jimmy Carrane on Truth and VulnerabilityLegendary performer and podcast host, Jimmy Carrane (Improv Nerd, The Art of Slow Comedy), joins Brenden in a conversation discussing his art of slow comedy, how life factors can impact improv, the importance of support and more!...more43minPlay
August 15, 2020Improv Trailblazer Susan Messing on Presence and TenacityImprov trailblazer, icon and legend, Susan Messing, joins Colin to speak on many topics. These include: her take on presence, her relationship with Del Close, her opening up on her late husband Michael, and the state of theaters in today's pandemic stricken world. Strap in for this special episode!...more1h 1minPlay
July 13, 2020Three Time Canadian Comedy Award Winner Adam Cawley on Truth and VarietyGuest, Adam Cawley (The Backline Podcast, Working Moms, Baroness Von Sketch Show), talks with Brenden about what 'Truth' in improvisation means to him. Adam gives great advice on knowing how to play with your team and the crowd's strengths, based off of what you're doing, and where you're doing it. They explore his journey to getting to where he is now in an insightful and entertaining conversation....more42minPlay
FAQs about Improv Touchstones:How many episodes does Improv Touchstones have?The podcast currently has 25 episodes available.