Épisodes

  • The Anaesthetic of Yes And

    The Anaesthetic of Yes And
    Jul 15 2025
    We're told that Yes And is the building block of every improv scene, but are there are drawbacks when using this tool? This week Rob and Adam discuss the origins of Yes And, how to agree effectively, and how to use emotion to hold the story in place. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
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    52 min
  • Find the End

    Find the End
    Jul 10 2025
    This week Rob and Adam discuss how to find your ending onstage, what a resolution looks like onstage, and how your ending might differ based on what format you're playing. Thanks to ITS Company Director Kate Coates. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
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    46 min
  • Scene Paint Me (Like One of Your French Girls)

    Scene Paint Me (Like One of Your French Girls)
    Jul 3 2025
    This week Rob and Adam discuss scene painting within scenes, openers, and transitions. As well as Mitch Marner, ceremonial swords, and the science of revenge. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
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    1 h et 3 min
  • Narrative Longfrom

    Narrative Longfrom
    Jun 27 2025
    This week Rob and Adam discuss story-structure, the limitations of modular improv, and how to create simple narratiaves for your improv show. Thanks to Garrett for his contribution to the Backline Mailbag. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
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    49 min
  • Too Big

    Too Big
    Jun 18 2025
    This week Rob and Adam discuss nuanced characters, creating active audience members, and avoiding going "too big" in a scene. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
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    47 min
  • Body Movin’

    Body Movin’
    Jun 16 2025
    This week Rob and Adam discuss finding the fun in physicality, object work for your improv essay and the antidote for Talking Heads Syndrome. Also covered: playing negative, not judging yourself, and Adam admits he was wrong about stacks/sacks. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
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    55 min
  • Breaking Up Is Hard to Do

    Breaking Up Is Hard to Do
    Jun 1 2025
    This week Rob and Adam discuss what to do when your improv team breaks up, and how to move forward with the artform you love. Also, a birthday week, reconnecting after a long break, and the Backline Stacks VS. Sacks 2025 debate. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/
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    48 min