One of the architects of LA’s current modern clown scene, Chad Damiani (aka The Clown Boss) explores the mercurial nature of this work — and how it can be applied to everything from improv to stand-up to life in general. A mix of interviews with artists that embody clown spirit and solo episodes where Chad offer opinions, instruction and (hopefully) morsels of inspiration.
STAND UP AND CLOWN is named after Chad’s monthly show at LA's Elysian Theater (last Mondays at 9:30pm), where he ruthlessly live directs stand-up comics through a grueling gauntlet of modern clown work.
This week, Chad talks with comedy character powerhouse HANNAH PILKES. Hannah has built up a huge social media following and was recognized as one of the most exciting new artists on the scene by Just…
WE ARE HAPPY TO BE BACK! This week, Chad talks with comedian and magician NICK PAUL. Nick has toured all over the world doing magic, as well as consulting for TV and film. They discuss the similariti…
HAPPY NEW YEAR, CLOWNS! Chad is still on break, but we put together a short bonus episode with new clips from former guests CAMIRIN FARMER and ANDEL SUDIK. Regular interviews will be returning very s…
Chad interviews clown and burlesque performer KIKI MAROON! Kiki has been a fixture on the burlesque scene for over a decade — doing both traditional and comedy pieces. Chad and Kiki discuss the inter…
Chad interviews veteran improviser and teacher JIM WOODS! Jim has done it all in improv — including stints overseas — and currently helps run WGIS (World’s Greatest Improv School) with past guest Wil…
Chad interviews clown performer TYLER WEST! Tyler West is based out of New York and has performed at venues like The Box, The House of Yes, The Slipper Room and Stamptown. Chad and Tyler discuss the…
Chad interviews teaching artist and veteran improviser ANDEL SUDIK. Andel took Chad’s clown intensive earlier this year and has doubled-down on her exploration of the work (which she’s dabbled in for…
Chad interviews clown, teacher, actor and improviser KRISTEN SCHIER. Chad and Kristen discuss the Portland clown scene and Chad’s recent trip up to teach and perform. They also talk about combining c…
Chad interviews his friend, collaborator and current star of Spiegelworld’s THE HOOK at Caesars in Atlantic City — SCOUT DURWOOD. A fun conversation about status, nudity and sexuality in clown, the k…
Chad interviews improv royalty WILL HINES. Will is the author of “How to be the Greatest Improviser on Earth” and runs WGIS (World’s Greatest Improv School) – but is starting to experiment with clown…
Chad interviews Playspace hosts and co-creators RACHEL HO and PAUL SCHLESINGER! Rachel and Paul are two on-the-rise clowns in LA – and have built a very unique community around their weekly clown jam…
Chad interviews clown and owner of Toronto’s Sweet Action Theatre GORDON NEILL. They discuss the origins of the theater and its focus on clown work. They also discuss Chad’s recent Toronto classes an…
STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is back on Monday, October 30th for a Halloween Spooktacular! Check the episode notes for links on classes and my new Substack.
In this solo pod, Chad talks about setting…
Chad interviews his regular collaborator and friend CAMIRIN FARMER! It’s a great discussion of clown work, being influenced by other training, personal philosophies and so much more…
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In this solo pod, Chad goes deeper into examining rules of restriction and how they affect the end product in clown and improvisation.
STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place last Mondays, 930pm at …
STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place last Mondays, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show is September 25th! Already announced for the show — Michael Longfellow (SNL) and Danielle Perez (C…
STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place last Mondays, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show is September 25th!
9/25: http://tinyurl.com/ypsk378u
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STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place last Mondays, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show is September 25th!
Chad interviews his longtime friend and collaborator JOHN WYATT! The two talk abo…
STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place last Mondays, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show is August 28th. The cast includes BRETT GELMAN (Stranger Things) and MICHAEL LONGFELLOW (SNL). The…
STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place last Mondays, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show is August 28th. The cast includes BRETT GELMAN (Stranger Things) and MICHAEL LONGFELLOW (SNL).
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