Haley is a Writer, Film-maker, Actor, Improviser. 

In this episode we talk largely about the classic Improvised Movie format. Enjoy.

This episode was recorded live in November 2023 at Theory Bar in Melbourne.

The Improv Conspiracy is one of Australia's premiere improv comedy theatres. Hosted by Broni Lisle, the Improv Conspiracy podcast features guests talking about a little corner of improv philosophy or practice that they are passionate about. The perfect extra curricular companion to the Improv Conspiracy's training program, while also being a useful resource for improvisers the world over.

For information on classes and live shows head to http://improvconspiracy.com

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Roy Janik is the Artistic Director of the Hideout Theatre in Austin. He's an expert teacher and performer and one of the founding members of Parallelogramophonograph and co-author of their book Do It Now.

In this episode we talk about taking space, etiquette, impulse, status and so much more. 

The Improv Conspiracy is one of Australia's premiere improv comedy theatres. Hosted by Broni Lisle, the Improv Conspiracy podcast features guests talking about a little corner of improv philosophy or practice that they are passionate about. The perfect extra curricular companion to the Improv Conspiracy's training program, while also being a useful resource for improvisers the world over.

For information on classes and live shows head to http://improvconspiracy.com

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lucy Rees is an all-rounder on the boards. Actor, Improviser, Dramaturg, Director and all of the et ceteras in between. In this episode they talk about their thought’s on Love as it shows up in improv.

This episode was recorded live in October 2023 at Theory Bar in Melbourne.

The Improv Conspiracy is one of Australia's premiere improv comedy theatres. Hosted by Broni Lisle, the Improv Conspiracy podcast features guests talking about a little corner of improv philosophy or practice that they are passionate about. The perfect extra curricular companion to the Improv Conspiracy's training program, while also being a useful resource for improvisers the world over.

For information on classes and live shows head to http://improvconspiracy.com

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cale Bain is an improviser and the Managing Director of Improv Theatre Sydney. He has been performing improvised comedy theatre since 1988 and has taught, workshopped, directed, produced and performed shows around the world ever since. In this episode Cale discusses audience problems vs player problems, the Harold, workshops, looking after your scene partner and getting out of your head.

The Improv Conspiracy is one of Australia's premiere improv comedy theatres. Hosted by Broni Lisle, the Improv Conspiracy podcast features weekly guests talking about a little corner of improv philosophy or practice that they are passionate about. The perfect extra curricular companion to the Improv Conspiracy's training program, while also being a useful resource for improvisers the world over.

For information on classes and live shows head to http://improvconspiracy.com

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patti Stiles is an actor, improviser, director, teacher, author and playwright who has been working professionally in theatre since 1983. She served her theatre apprenticeship at the world renowned Loose Moose theatre and was trained by Keith Johnstone.

Since then, Patti has become a household name in the worldwide improvisation community and an pillar of Improvisation as an art-form here in Melbourne. Patti has a new and excellent book out now Improvise Freely available at her website PattiStiles.com

It was my pleasure to chat with her and hopefully a pleasure for you to listen to.

The Improv Conspiracy is one of Australia's premiere improv comedy theatres. Hosted by Broni Lisle, the Improv Conspiracy podcast features guests talking about a little corner of improv philosophy or practice that they are passionate about. The perfect extra curricular companion to the Improv Conspiracy's training program, while also being a useful resource for improvisers the world over.

For information on classes and live shows head to http://improvconspiracy.com

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Razowsky is an OG legend of improvisation, formerly the Artistic Director of Second City. Dave has a simple and effective approach to improv and he specialises in teaching the Viewpoints.

Broni and Dave just have a casual chat about some random Improv thoughts Dave has. Enjoy. 

You can find out heaps more about Dave and check out his TED Talk at https://www.davidrazowsky.com 

The Improv Conspiracy is one of Australia's premiere improv comedy theatres. Hosted by Broni Lisle, the Improv Conspiracy podcast features weekly guests talking about a little corner of improv philosophy or practice that they are passionate about. The perfect extra curricular companion to the Improv Conspiracy's training program, while also being a useful resource for improvisers the world over.

For information on classes and live shows head to http://improvconspiracy.com

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan Patterson is an Improviser, Producer and Teacher. He is one of the founders of Soothplayers, and performs regularly in their Improvised Shakespeare show as well as their Improvised Harry Potter show. In this episode we talk about listening like a thief to your team mates and mining their scene work for nuggets to use later in the show.

The Improv Conspiracy is one of Australia's premiere improv comedy theatres. Hosted by Broni Lisle, the Improv Conspiracy podcast features weekly guests talking about a little corner of improv philosophy or practice that they are passionate about. The perfect extra curricular companion to the Improv Conspiracy's training program, while also being a useful resource for improvisers the world over.

For information on classes and live shows head to http://improvconspiracy.com

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Katherine is an Actor, Director, Improviser and the Artistic Director of Impro Melbourne, a fantastic Improv school here in Melbourne. In the episode she talks about the importance of making your scene partner look good and switching your focus from yourself to them. It's a great chat and a wonderful way to kick off 2021 on the podcast.

You can check out Impro Melbourne's Podcast "Are You Awake"

The Improv Conspiracy is one of Australia's premiere improv comedy theatres. Hosted by Broni Lisle, the Improv Conspiracy podcast features weekly guests talking about a little corner of improv philosophy or practice that they are passionate about. The perfect extra curricular companion to the Improv Conspiracy's training program, while also being a useful resource for improvisers the world over.

For information on classes and live shows head to http://improvconspiracy.com

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura is the Assistant Artistic Director and Theatre Operations Manager at The Improv Conspiracy. She's also (obviously) an Improviser, Comedian and Writer. We talk about reacting before responding, giving weight to your scene partners words and giving yourself a chance to develop character through exploring the meaning of your reactions.

The Improv Conspiracy is one of Australia's premiere improv comedy theatres. Hosted by Broni Lisle, the Improv Conspiracy podcast features weekly guests talking about a little corner of improv philosophy or practice that they are passionate about. The perfect extra curricular companion to the Improv Conspiracy's training program, while also being a useful resource for improvisers the world over.

For information on classes and live shows head to http://improvconspiracy.com

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Hines is an Actor and a veteran comedy improviser and teacher, performing and teaching at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in both New York City and Los Angeles. Which is why he's a great person to talk about Giving notes. We talk about the emotional impact of notes, being authentic and truthful, and how your teacher is probably trying to figure it all out too. Check out Will's improv school The Worlds Greatest Improv School.

The Improv Conspiracy is one of Australia's premiere improv comedy theatres. Hosted by Broni Lisle, the Improv Conspiracy podcast features weekly guests talking about a little corner of improv philosophy or practice that they are passionate about. The perfect extra curricular companion to the Improv Conspiracy's training program, while also being a useful resource for improvisers the world over.

For information on classes and live shows head to http://improvconspiracy.com

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.