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 (Comedy Central).9/25: http://tinyurl.com/ypsk378uHAVE A POD QUESTION OR COMMENT? DM CHAD ON IG: @thechaddamianiChad interviews the director of Chicago’s Hot Clown Company, EVAN RICHTER!  Evan discussed building a clown company and an independent scene from scratch. Also, lots of fun discourse about teaching, traditional vs modern clown and much more.LEARN MORE ABOUT THE HOT CLOWN COMPANY:WEBSITE: https://hotclown.comLINKTREE: https://linktr.ee/HotClownCompanyFB: https://www.facebook.com/HotClownCompanyIG: https://www.instagram.com/hotclowncompanyCheck out Chad’s LINKTREE for shows and classes https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiHere’s Chad’s new substack! Regular posts beginning this month!:SUBSTACK: https://tinyurl.com/25jyps3a

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/ypsk378uHAVE A POD QUESTION OR COMMENT? DM CHAD ON IG: @thechaddamianiIn this solo episode, Chad starts to break down the role of rules and tools in clown improv – and how they ultimately affect the final product on-stage. The first part of a longer conversation.Check out Chad’s LINKTREE for shows and classes https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiHere’s Chad’s new substack! Regular posts beginning this month!:SUBSTACK: https://tinyurl.com/25jyps3a

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 about their early days in improv and their separate and unique approaches to clown work. Check out John’s LINKTREE (links to social media and his band, The Wet Dukes - they have a show on 9/03!)https://linktr.ee/UnclejohndangitCheck out Chad’s LINKTREE for shows and classes https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiHere’s Chad’s new substack! Regular posts beginning in September:SUBSTACK: https://tinyurl.com/25jyps3aHAVE A POD QUESTION? DM CHAD ON IG: @thechaddamiani

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). There are only a handful of tickets left.8/28: https://tinyurl.com/yc22napuIn this solo pod, Chad asks “What is the overall goal of an improvised clown show” then explores his theory of CONNECTION AND DISRUPTION (to call it a theory is generous, but he does absolutely believe it). A short, but very nerdy attempt to look at clown from 30,000 feet and address what we hope play affords us on-stage.Check out Chad’s LINKTREE for shows and classes https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiHere’s Chad’s new substack! Regular posts beginning in September:SUBSTACK: https://tinyurl.com/25jyps3aHAVE A POD QUESTION? DM CHAD ON IG: @thechaddamiani

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). 8/28: https://tinyurl.com/yc22napuChad interviews his longtime friend and collaborator SASHA FEILER – an actor. writer, improviser and podcaster out of Los Angeles. Sasha is also the host of YURI’S HUMAN CAT CIRCUS, where she plays a Siberian improv master who gives notes while a mash-up team attempts to do improv. It’s one of the most popular features at Chad’s long-running show Catsby – and an excellent example of how improv and clown can co-exist to create something unique and original.Chad and Sasha also discuss their humble beginnings in improv – and how watching green teams presents all kinds of delightful clown moments. Check out Chad’s LINKTREE for shows and classes https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiHere’s Chad’s new substack! Regular posts beginning in September:SUBSTACK: https://tinyurl.com/25jyps3aHAVE A POD QUESTION? DM CHAD ON IG: @thechaddamianiCHECK OUT SASHA’S PODCAST SHUT UP I LOVE IT!Apple podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/4k6dnkwmFOLLOW SHUT UP I LOVE IT ON IG: @shutupiloveit1

In this solo pod, Chad talks about the intersection of improv and clown. How can clowns create improvised work – allowing them to do more shows with less preparation – without leaning on the pre-existing structures created by traditional longform? What are the challenges of creating something new?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). As of this publication, only 30 tickets remain! Don’t miss this epic show.8/28: https://tinyurl.com/yc22napuCHAD IS TEACHING A BUNCH IN SEPTEMBER! And not just in Los Angeles. There are classes planned in Portland, Seattle and Toronto! Watch for those links in the upcoming weeks – but you can sign up now for Chad’s LA intensive on September 2-3:9/02-9/03: https://tinyurl.com/5n6vekz5ALSO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A GLOWING REVIEW!HAVE A POD QUESTION? DM CHAD ON IG: @thechaddamianiCheck out Chad’s LINKTREE for shows and classes https://linktr.ee/chad.damiani

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). It’s going to be epic.8/28: https://tinyurl.com/yc22napuCHAD IS TEACHING A BUNCH IN SEPTEMBER! And not just in Los Angeles. There are classes planned in Portland, Seattle and Toronto! Watch for those links in the upcoming weeks – but you can sign up now for Chad’s LA intensive on September 2-3:9/02-9/03: https://tinyurl.com/5n6vekz5ALSO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A GLOWING REVIEW!HAVE A POD QUESTION? DM CHAD ON IG: @thechaddamianiChad sits down with musician WOLF WOODCOCK to discuss the intersection of clown and music.FOLLOW WOLF ON IG: @wolfwoodcockmusicLISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/3st9m3tvCheck out Chad’s LINKTREE for shows and classes https://linktr.ee/chad.damiani

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place last Mondays,, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show is  August 28th. We’ll be announcing the cast soon – and it’s already our biggest one ever.8/28: https://tinyurl.com/yc22napuCHAD IS TEACHING A BUNCH IN SEPTEMBER! And not just in Los Angeles. There are classes planned in Portland, Seattle and Toronto! Watch for those links in the upcoming weeks – but you can sign up now for Chad’s LA intensive on September 2-3:9/02-9/03: https://tinyurl.com/5n6vekz5ALSO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A GLOWING REVIEW!HAVE A POD QUESTION? DM CHAD ON IG: @thechaddamianiThe clown nerdiness is strong in this solo episode! Check breaks down why he still uses the word clown – even though a lot of people view his clown community as deviating from tradition. Then he breaks down the underlying goals of a clown class and the process of cultivating free-thinking and disobedience.Check out Chad’s LINKTREE for shows and classes https://linktr.ee/chad.damiani

CHAD LIVE DIRECTS - SAN DIEGO! This Saturday, August 5th at 7pm.LINK: https://tinyurl.com/2fraw5srSTAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place every last Monday, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show takes place on August 28th and will feature well-known stand-ups, actors and online creators! Get your tickets now!ALSO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A GLOWING REVIEW!HAVE A POD QUESTION? DM CHAD ON IG: @thechaddamianiChad sits down with his friend ISAAC LANDFERT – comedian and general manager of LA’s Yard Theater. The Yard plays a crucial role in the current LA clown scene – providing a small, but well-run space where artists can be more experimental. FOLLOW ISAAC ON IG: @isaaclandfertCHECK OUT THE YARD THEATER: https://theyardtheater.com/Check out Chad’s LINKTREE for shows and classes. September intensives are about to be announced (August is sold out)https://linktr.ee/chad.damiani

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place every last Monday, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show takes place on July 31st and will feature Chris Fleming, Jonah Ray, Aparna Nancherla, Roz Hernandez and many more!LINK: https://tinyurl.com/2cpve2uuALSO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A GLOWING REVIEW!HAVE A POD QUESTION? DM CHAD ON IG: @thechaddamianiChad breaks down some elements that stand out about LA’s current clown scene (in comparison to more traditional clown work).Check out Chad’s LINKTREE for shows and classes. My August intensive is sold out, but I’ll be posting about lots of September classes — both in LA and other cities — in the upcoming weeks.https://linktr.ee/chad.damiani

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place every last Monday, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show is on July 31st and will feature Chris Fleming, Jonah Ray, Aparna Nancherla, Roz Hernandez and many more!LINK: https://tinyurl.com/2cpve2uuALSO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A GLOWING REVIEW!HAVE A POD QUESTION? DM CHAD ON IG: @thechaddamianiThis ep  is mostly about the intersection of clown and  improv! Jim and Chad speak to improviser and clown ISAAC KESSLER! Isaac is one-half of the comedy duo 2-MAN NO-SHOW with Ken Hall (Umbrella Academy) and a clown who has trained all over the world. He’s also deeply involved in the current clown renaissance happening in Toronto — doing lots of work with Sweet Action Theatre..ISAAC’S LINKTREE: https://linktr.ee/isaackesslerFOLLOW ISAAC ON IG: @isaackesslerSWEET ACTION THEATER: https://www.sweetaction.ca/OTHER CLOWN STUFF!Check out Chad’s LINKTREE for shows and classes:https://linktr.ee/chad.damiani

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place every last Monday, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show takes place on July 31st and will feature Chris Fleming, Aparna Nancherla, Roz Hernandez and many more!LINK: https://tinyurl.com/2cpve2uuALSO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A GLOWING REVIEW!HAVE A POD QUESTION? DM CHAD ON IG: @thechaddamianiChad brings his clown master wisdom to another solo episode!  He details one of his most cursed performances in years, which took place on a teaching/performing trip to Denver, Colorado. Plus, some observations from his month-long teaching odyssey to different cities. This one has improved sound and a little music!OTHER CLOWN STUFF!Check out Chad’s LINKTREE for shows and classes:https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiLA: JULY IS SOLD OUT, GRAB YOUR AUGUST SPOT!I’m only teaching once in August, so grab a spot before it sells out.8/19-8/20: https://www.elysiantheater.com/classes/languageofnonsense

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place every last Monday, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show takes place on July 31st and will feature Chris Fleming, Aparna Nancherla, Roz Hernandez and many more!LINK: https://tinyurl.com/2cpve2uuALSO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A GLOWING REVIEW!HAVE A POD QUESTION? DM CHAD ON IG: @thechaddamianiChad and Jim interview performer Dylan Adler! They discuss the elements of clown that exist in Dylan’s live work, as well as his popular videos on social media. Lots of talk about building acts and different kinds of relationships you can build with the audience. A fun listen!FOLLOW DYLAN ADLER!Check out his website for all things Dylan: https://www.dylanaadler.com/TIKTOK: @dylanadler7IG: @dylanadler_TWITTER: @DylanAdler6CHAD IS DOING A BUNCH OF SHOWS IN CHICAGO! JULY 14, 15 AND 16TH!https://clashonclark.com/eventstixLA CLASSES: JULY IS SOLD OUT, GRAB YOUR AUGUST SPOT!I’m only teaching once in August, so grab a spot before it sells out.8/19-8/20: https://www.elysiantheater.com/classes/languageofnonsense 

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place every last Monday, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! You can always find links and information at Chad’s LINKTREE (where he also lists other shows and classes):  https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiALSO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A GLOWING REVIEW!HAVE A POD QUESTION? DM CHAD ON IG: @thechaddamianiIMPROVED SOUND! Based on listener requests, Chad dedicates an entire episode to the discussion of process — specifically ways to play the villain while still taking care of the audience.CHICAGO CLASSES:Chad is headed to Chicago next week, starting on 7/13! Three of his workshops have already sold out, but you can still grab a spot in his Thursday Mask for Clown workshop at The Clash on Clark:MIDNIGHT MASK: https://tinyurl.com/59htszytLA: JULY IS SOLD OUT, GRAB YOUR AUGUST SPOT!I’m only teaching once in August, so grab a spot before it sells out.8/19-8/20: https://www.elysiantheater.com/classes/languageofnonsense

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place every last Monday, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! You can always find links and information at Chad’s LINKTREE (where he also lists other shows and classes:  https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiALSO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A GLOWING REVIEW!Jim and Chad have a conversation with clown and teacher Julia Proctor! They discuss her creation Clown Gym — which offers affordable clown classes, shows and community events in NYC. We cover a litany of topics, including how to build an inclusive and dynamic community, different kinds of students and (as always) a little clown theory.LEARN MORE ABOUT CLOWN GYM!LINKTREE: https://linktr.ee/clowngymWEBSITE: http://www.clowngym.comIG: @clown_gymALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TWITTER:IG: @thechaddamianiTWITTER: @jetzotimeJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music

GET YOUR TICKETS FOR STAND UP AND CLOWN! We have one of our biggest lineups ever for this one - including Paul Scheer, Nick Thune, Morgan Jay, Jared Goldstein and more! Come see The Cruelest Show in Clown!MONDAY, JUNE 26TH: https://tinyurl.com/46tcwpm8Jim and Chad have a conversation with musician and comedian MORGAN JAY! They discuss Morgan’s latest special on YOUTUBE (link below), stand-up vs clown crowd work, challenging yourself to evolve your act and performer insecurities. Also, Jim and Morgan hijack the podcast repeatedly with their nerdy equipment. A really fun conversation!MORGAN’S SPECIAL: https://tinyurl.com/5b6zy6mmFOLLOW MORGAN ON TIKTOK AND IG: @morganjayFOLLOW CHAD ON IG: @thechaddamianiSEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HERE!https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiCHAD IS TEACHING ONLY ONCE IN LA IN JULY! Summers are when Chad travels and teaches but he will be offering his original intensive on 7/20 and 7/21 (with a class show 7/23): https://www.elysiantheater.com/classes/savetheshowALSO, FOLLOW JIM!JIM’S IG: @james_venable_music

GET YOUR TICKETS FOR STAND UP AND CLOWN! We have one of our biggest lineups ever for this one - including Paul Scheer, Nick Thune, Morgan Jay, Amy Miller and more! Come see The Cruelest Show in Clown!MONDAY, JUNE 26TH: https://tinyurl.com/46tcwpm8Jim and Chad have a conversation with teacher and performer Deanna Fleysher! They discuss the evolution of zoom as a tool for clown training/directing, building solo shows, the relationship between clown and improv and much more. Some fun sparring in this one (which Deanna almost always wins). A really delightful listen.FOLLOW CHAD ON IG: @thechaddamianiLEARN MORE ABOUT DEANNA FLEYSHER!https://www.dontcallitclown.com/DEANNA ON IG: @buttkapinskiSEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HERE!https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiCHAD IS TEACHING ONLY ONCE IN LA IN JULY! Summers are when Chad travels and teaches but he will be offering his original intensive on 7/20 and 7/21 (with a class show 7/23): https://www.elysiantheater.com/classes/savetheshowALSO, FOLLOW JIM!JIM’S IG: @james_venable_music

OUR FIRST-EVER LIVE EPISODE! Jim and Chad record form Public Displays of Altadena (PDA) and interview co-owners Claire Woolner and Kevin Krieger! Claire and Kevin are also great performers and former ensemble members in the Murge – the one-time flagship show of The Idiot Workshop (Chad’s first large idiot/clown ensemble). They discuss everything from running an experimental space to putting up a solo show to the intersection of clown and stand-up. And, for the first time ever, the gang takes questions from the audience! A supersized pod with lots of nuggets of foolishness and wisdom.LEARN MORE ABOUT PDA, CLAIRE WOOLNER AND KEVIN KRIEGER!Go to the Public Displays of Altadena (PDA) website! Lots of great shows and classes.https://www.publicdisplaysofaltadena.comPDA ON IG: @pda_spaceClaire and Kevin both teach and put up work regularly. Claire is currently workshopping a show for Edinburgh Fringe and would love some fresh faces in the crowd:CLAIRE WOOLNER: @clairewoolnerKEVIN KRIEGER: @krieger38SEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HERE!Chad is workshopping a lot of fun stuff over the summer! Follow him on IG – and check his LINKTREE for classes and other offerings.https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiIG: @thechaddamianiTIKTOK: @marcofromsecurityALSO, FOLLOW JIM!JIM’S IG: @james_venable_music

SEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HEREhttps://linktr.ee/chad.damianiTHIS MONDAY! STAND UP AND CLOWN MEMORIAL DAY SUPERSHOW! Get your tickets ASAP as these shows have been selling out. We have an amazing line-up of comics — including Sydnee Washington, Sara Schaefer, Nori Reed and many more! It’s truly the Cruelest Show in Clown.5/29: https://tinyurl.com/yc6hdn9dGRAB YOUR JUNE SPOTS IN JUNE! Chad’s new intensive! The Language of Nonsense focuses on how to start a conversation with an audience, create a vocabulary of play and build a relationship where the outcome matters as much to the audience as the clown. Great for newbies, vets and anyone interested in the psychology of clown.6/08: https://tinyurl.com/mvzbrc8a (sold out!)6/17: https://tinyurl.com/jxa33km9TRAVEL DATES IN JULY!CHICAGO 7/13 & 7/14: The weekend intensive in sold out, but there are two one-day workshops still available. LINK: https://clashonclark.com/workshopsEmail: [email protected], FOLLOW CHAD ON IG:IG: @thechaddamiani

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place almost every last Monday, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! You can always find links and information at Chad’s LINKTREE (where he also lists other shows and classes:  https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiALSO PLEASE SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A GLOWING REVIEW! Let’s help spread the good word about clown work.This week, Chad and Jim speak with the amazing SHANNAN CALCUTT! Shannan tells us her journey from independent Canadian solo artist to working with Cirque Du Soleil and Spiegelworld. It’s a great conversation about performing, teaching and the nature of failure. A delightful conversation!LEARN MORE ABOUT SHANNAN!https://www.shannancalcutt.com ALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TWITTER:IG: @thechaddamianiTWITTER: @jetzotimeJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place almost every last Monday, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! You can always find links and information at Chad’s LINKTREE (where he also lists other shows and classes:  https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiALSO PLEASE SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A GLOWING REVIEW! Let’s help spread the good word about clown work.This week, Jim and Chad return with Philadelphia clowns Betty Smithsonian and Sarah Knittel! Both Betty and Sarah are former students of Chad’s and have gone on to become two of the architects of the city’s contemporary clown scene. After a bit of a clownish start, the four get down to business and discuss their conversions to clown, clown’s relationship to long form improv, creating work in places new to clown and how to build community by embracing all kinds of artists. PLUS - Chad breaks down one of his bits, moment by moment, to illustrate the psychology that lies beneath the silliness. A really fun listen!LEARN MORE ABOUT BETTY AND SARAHBETTY’S WEBSITE: https://www.bettysmithsonian.comSARAH’S WEBSITE: https://linktr.ee/sarahknittelBETTY’S IG: @bettyjsmithsonianSARAH’S IG: @sarahhmonsterALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TWITTER:IG: @thechaddamianiTWITTER: @jetzotimeJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music 

SEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HEREhttps://linktr.ee/chad.damianiMAY IS SOLD OUT, BUT THERE ARE STILL SPOTS IN JUNE! Chad’s new intensive! The Language of Nonsense focuses on how to start a conversation with an audience, create a vocabulary of play and build a relationship where the outcome matters as much to the audience as the clown. Great for newbies, vets and anyone interested in the psychology of clown.Chad is traveling and teaching in July, so catch this one while you can, Los Angeles!6/08: https://tinyurl.com/mvzbrc8a6/17: https://tinyurl.com/jxa33km9TRAVEL DATES IN JULY!CHICAGO 7/13 & 7/14: The weekend intensive in sold out, but there are two one-day workshops still available. LINK: https://clashonclark.com/workshopsEmail: [email protected] DENVER 7/08-7/09: The Language of Nonsense two-day intensiveLINK: https://tinyurl.com/2en4scst ALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TIKTOK:IG: @thechaddamianiTIKTOK: @marcofromsecurityJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place almost every last Monday, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! You can always find links and information at Chad’s LINKTREE (where he also lists other shows and classes:  https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiALSO PLEASE SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A GLOWING REVIEW! Let’s help spread the good word about clown work.This week, Chad and Jim sit down with their regular collaborator IAN BRATSCHIE! Chad has worked with Ian for many years — in the infamous ensemble The Murge, then Dr. Brown Builds A Show and currently CLOWN ZOO. They discuss Ian’s theater days in Chicago, what it’s like to teach for the Idiot Workshop (often co-instructing with another artist), working in large groups and his approach to clown in general — including Ian’s new musical project, The Gentlemen Cowbois. KEEP UP WITH IAN BRATSCHIEIG: @ianbratschieALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TWITTER:IG: @thechaddamianiTWITTER: @jetzotimeJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music

KEEP UP WITH RESHMAReshma performs a lot in LA and is currently co-devising a show she’ll be bringing to Edinburgh in August. Get information here:IG: @cadetkellycapoorSEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HEREhttps://linktr.ee/chad.damianiTOP PICKS: We have back-to-back STAND UP AND CLOWN shows on 4/10 and 4/24! The cast includes Natalie Palamides, Aparna Nancherla, Lisa Gilroy, BriTANick and more…4/10 LINK: https://www.elysiantheater.com/shows/standupandclown4/24 LINK: https://www.elysiantheater.com/shows/standupandclown042423CHAD ALSO HAS A NEW INTENSIVE! It’s called The Language of Nonsense and is focused on how to start a conversation with an audience, create a vocabulary of play – then build a relationship where the outcome matters as much to the audience as the clown. Great for newcomers, veterans and anyone interested in the psychology of clown.5/06 LINK: https://www.elysiantheater.com/classes/introtoclown5/20 LINK: https://www.elysiantheater.com/classes/languageofnonsenseALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TIKTOK:IG: @thechaddamianiTIKTOK: @marcofromsecurityJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music

KEEP UP WITH NATASHA MERCADONatasha’s next class is in LA on 4/01 and 4/02 (from 2pm to 6pm)LINKTREE: https://linktr.ee/champagnetashiIG: @ChampagnetashiEMAIL: [email protected] SEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HEREhttps://linktr.ee/chad.damianiTOP PICKS: We have back-to-back STAND UP AND CLOWN shows on 4/10 and 4/24! The casts include Natalie Palamides, Aparna Nancherla, Lisa Gilroy, BriTANick and more…LINK: https://tinyurl.com/fxvzbstrChad is also teaching again in May! Watch for links here soon.ALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TIKTOK:IG: @thechaddamianiTIKTOK: @marcofromsecurityJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music

KEEP UP WITH PETRA MASSEYYou can see Petra in the amazing show ATOMIC SALOON at The Venetian in Vegas. ATOMIC SALOON: https://tinyurl.com/2p83cwfsIG: @petramasseySEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HEREhttps://linktr.ee/chad.damianiGO SEE “THAT’S WHAT HE SAID!”: Chad has been cast in a great clown experiment – written, directed and starring Natalie Palamides! It’s going up for six straight nights at the Elysian Theater, from March 6-11th at 8pm!https://www.elysiantheater.com/shows/nate030623ALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TIKTOK:IG: @thechaddamianiTIKTOK: @marcofromsecurityJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music

KEEP UP WITH BONAVEGACheck out Bonavega’s music videos, merch and follow him on IG for show dates!YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/BONAVEGAWEBSITE: https://bonavegamusic.comIG: @bonavegamusicSEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HEREhttps://linktr.ee/chad.damianiSTAND UP AND CLOWN is this Monday! February 27th at 9:30pm. This show is completely loaded. Natalie Palamides! Hannah Pilkes! Irene Tu! Danielle Perez… and more!https://shortest.link/hEAeALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TIKTOK:IG: @thechaddamianiTIKTOK: @marcofromsecurityJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music

KEEP UP WITH BLAKE ROSIERBlake is doing great things across the social media-verse. You can also find out about his shows and upcoming tour through the midwest.YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/blakerosierTIKTOK: @blakerosierIG: @blakerosierSEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HERE:https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiTOP PICKS: Chad is teaching one more class in February, then taking a break until summer — when he’ll be debuting a new intensive, focused on ensemble play. So this is also the last chance for a while to experience this very popular intro to clowning.2/23-2/24: shorturl.at/jKOZ2STAND UP AND CLOWN is just a few weeks away! February 27th at 9:30pm. This show is completely loaded. Natalie Palamides! Hannah Pilkes! Irene Tu! Danielle Perez… and more!2/27 SHOW: shorturl.at/blw27ALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TIKTOK:IG: @thechaddamianiTIKTOK: @marcofromsecurityJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music

KEEP UP WITH JOHN NORRISAnd go out of your way to see Mr. Chonkers! Norris also teaches on occasion and hosts the show PIGGY TIME at the Elysian Theater.IG: @johnrnorrisLINKTREE (for shows, classes, etc.)https://linktr.ee/johnrnorrisSEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HERE:https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiTOP PICKS: Chad is teaching one more class in February, then taking a break until summer — when he’ll be debuting a new intensive, focused on ensemble play. So last chance to experience this very popular module.2/23-2/24: shorturl.at/jKOZ2ALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TIKTOK:IG: @thechaddamianiTIKTOK: @marcofromsecurityJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music

KEEP UP WITH GRACE LUSK!Grace performs five nights a week in the show OPM at the Cosmopolitan. Follow her for updated information – including independent shows she produces.IG: @graceluskduhTICKETS FOR OPM: shorturl.at/rtHJ7SEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HERE:https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiTOP PICKS: STAND UP AND CLOWN is this upcoming Monday, January 30th, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! This is the show that inspired the podcast! It’s going be be a great one.USE THE CODE “HALFCLOWN” FOR ½ OFF TICKETS!https://www.elysiantheater.com/shows/standupandclownA FEW SPOTS LEFT FOR CHAD’S WEEKEND INTENSIVE! Chad is only doing two more classes before a long teaching break. Sign up before it’s too late!2/04-2/05: shorturl.at/lmoU9ALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TIKTOK:IG: @thechaddamianiTIKTOK: @marcofromsecurityJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music

KEEP UP WITH CHRISTINA CATHERINE MARTINEZChristina is constantly performing and publishing reviews and articles. She has also recently started teaching writing on Zoom!WEBSITE: http://christinacatherine.infoIG/TWITTER: @xtina_catherineSEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HERE:https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiTOP PICKS:  Stand Up and Clown is back on Monday, January 30th! Beth Stelling, Dylan Adler and former guest Brandon Bored! The last one sold out so get your tickets now.https://www.elysiantheater.com/shows/standupandclownCHAD IS ALSO TEACHING TWICE IN FEBRUARY: There’s a weekend intensive at the beginning of the month, then another weekday intensive at the end.2/04-2/05: shorturl.at/lmoU92/23-2/24: shorturl.at/rxEKOALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TIKTOK:IG: @thechaddamianiTIKTOK: @marcofromsecurityJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music

SEE KYLIE’S WORK! You can find her on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok at:@deadeyebrakemanSEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HERE:https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiTOP PICK: Our new show MASTERWORK returns to The Yard Theater on Friday, January 13th at 930pm. Watch us build a breathtaking show right before you eyes (thanks to Chad’s ruthless direction)shorturl.at/eiILMALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TIKTOK:IG: @thechaddamianiTIKTOK: @marcofromsecurityJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music

FOLLOW KIRA AND LEARN ABOUT CLASSES, PERFORMANCES, ETC.https://linktr.ee/kiranova88TOP PICK! Kira is teaching a CLOWNS ON ACID weekend intensive on 1/21-1/22 in LA. For more information, you can reach out to Kira at [email protected]: https://instagram.com/kira.nova_IG: https://instagram.com/kira_nova_studioSEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HERE:https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiTOP PICKS: Chad is is teaching two different classes in January at Elysian Theater (links in LINKTREE).  You can also catch Chad and Jim at their sister show MASTERWORK on January 13th at 930pm. Instead of stand-ups, Chad works with high level clown ensembles — in an attempt to devise and present a breathtaking work of art in under 90 minutes (yes, there’s lots of yelling).https://masterwork-jan-23.eventbrite.comALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TIKTOK:IG: @thechaddamianiTIKTOK: @marcofromsecurityJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music 

CHECK OUT PATRICK MICHAEL BALLARD’S WEBSITE!shorturl.at/cruNOSEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HERE:https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiTOP PICK:  I am back to teaching in 2023! I will be doing my first weekday intensive in mid-January, then my signature weekend intensive at the end of he month. Sign up early as these have been selling out.1/12-1/13: shorturl.at/CERU41/28-1/29: shorturl.at/ltPU3ALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TIKTOK:IG: @thechaddamianiTIKTOK: @marcofromsecurityJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music

GO SEE THE TOMORROW SHOW!If you love comedy and are in LA, this is a rite of passage.  Saturday nights at 11:55pm at The Elysian Theater.  Get more details here:https://instagram.com/tomorrowwithronlynchSEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HERE:https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiTOP PICK:  I am back to teaching in 2023! I will be doing my first weekday intensive in mid-January, then my signature weekend intensive at the end of he month. Sign up early as these have been selling out.1/12-1/13 WEEKDAY INTENSIVE! shorturl.at/mSTX41/28-1/29 WEEKEND INTENSIVE!shorturl.at/anrH4ALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TIKTOK:IG: @thechaddamianiTIKTOK: @marcofromsecurityJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music

KEEP UP WITH ANNA AND KYLE!ANNA’S IG: cashmoneygrandpaKYLE’S IG: jylemizonoCheck out their show GOOPY in 2023: https://www.elysiantheater.com/shows/goopySEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HERE:https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiTOP PICK:  I am back to teaching in 2023! I will be doing my first weekday intensive in mid-January, then my signature weekend intensive at the end of he month. Sign up early as these have been selling out.ALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TIKTOK:IG: @thechaddamianiTIKTOK: @marcofromsecurityJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music 

GO CHECK OUT COREY’S WORK!VIMEO: https://vimeo.com/user4272331Learn more about Corey’s shows and classes by following her:IG: @coreypodell SEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HERE:https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiTOP PICK: Jim and I will be collaborating on our last live show of the year on 12/11 at a show called Catsby that I’ve been running for almost 12 years. This is more of an underground workout show for clowns and alt performers looking for a safe space to fail (also an amazing community of artists and patrons support it). It’s at The Clubhouse in Los Feliz. Free show (donation only) with a 7:30 start time!FOLLOW US ON IG AND TIKTOK (Chad posts daily videos)IG: @thechaddamianiTIKTOK: @marcofromsecurityJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music

MORE ABOUT BILL O’NEILL:If you’re in the LA area, Bill is doing  more devising workshops at the Elysian Theater.  The next one is 12/08 at 9:30pm:https://www.elysiantheater.com/shows/billoneill120822The three of us are also in the final CLOWN ZOO AFTER DARK show, coming up on this Saturday 11/26 at 9:30pm:https://www.elysiantheater.com/shows/clownzooIG: _billoneillSEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HERE:https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiTOP PICK: Reggie Watts! Atsuko! Morgan Jay! The last STAND UP AND CLOWN of 2022 is happening on Monday, November 28th, 9:30pm at The Elysian Theater! Tickets are selling fast, so get yours will you can!https://www.elysiantheater.com/shows/standupandclownALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TIKTOK (Chad posts daily videos)IG: @thechaddamianiTIKTOK: @marcofromsecurityJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music

GO SEE NATALIE LIVE!She’s doing a short-run of NATE at the Elysian Theater at the beginning of December! These will absolutely sell out, so don’t wait. 12/01, 12/03 and 12/04!https://www.elysiantheater.com/shows/nateNatalie is also coming to Portland for a special performance of LAID on 12/10!https://tinyurl.com/yvna2dxkSEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HERE:https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiTOP PICK: The last STAND UP AND CLOWN of 2022 is happening on Monday, November 28th, 9:30pm at The Elysian Theater! We’re going to have our biggest roster of stand-ups ever — so you know the criticisms and insults are going to be extra ruthless!https://www.elysiantheater.com/shows/standupandclownALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TIKTOK (Chad posts daily videos)IG: @thechaddamianiTIKTOK: @marcofromsecurityJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music 

CHECK OUT BRANDON’S YOUTUBE CHANNEL!https://youtube.com/c/tastybrandonSEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HERE:https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiTOP PICK: The last STAND UP AND CLOWN of 2022 is happening on Monday, November 28th, 9:30pm at The Elysian Theater! We’re going to have our biggest roster of stand-ups ever — so you know the criticisms and insults are going to be extra ruthless. This is the link for tickets:https://www.elysiantheater.com/shows/standupandclownALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TIKTOK (Chad posts daily videos)IG: @thechaddamianiTIKTOK: @marcofromsecurityJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music

MORE ON PUDDLES PITY PARTY:Puddles Pity Party is constantly touring and creating amazing content. To learn more, check out (and bookmark) his website.https://www.puddlespityparty.comSEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HERE:https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiTOP PICK:  The last Stand Up and Clown of 2022 is coming up! Monday, November 28th, 9:30pm, at The Elysian Theater. We’re going to have some of our biggest stand-up guests ever — get your tickets now!https://www.elysiantheater.com/shows/standupandclownJIM’S OFFICIAL WEBSITE:  https://www.venablemusic.comALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TIKTOK (Chad posts daily videos)IG: @thechaddamianiTIKTOK: @marcofromsecurityJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music

MORE ABOUT ERIC DAVIS:Eric Davis is an award winning and performer, director devisor and writer. His critically-acclaimed creations won awards for Best Theater, Most Outrageous Show, Commitment to Community along side copious international Best of Fests, and was named Top 5 shows at the world’s largest performance fest- Edinburgh Fringe.  His creations in Cirque du Soleil’s IRIS and ALEGRIA have been seen by millions of audience members.  While in New York, he co-founded the NY Clown Theatre Festival.As a Director, Eric has helped people to create original clown and bouffon shows, including  Bouffon Glass Menajoree which was nominated for Outstanding Production, Outstanding Director, Outstanding Ensemble, & Outstanding Original Script by the NY Innovative Theater Awards.  Mr. Davis appears in the feature films, Urge & I Live For You. For info about shows, workshops, direction and consulting:  redbastard.com. IG: @redbastardnycSEE CHAD’S SHOWS, CLASSES AND PROJECTS HERE:https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiTOP PICK:  MASTERWORK (Monday, October 24th at 9:30pm)We don’t have a Stand Up and Clown in October 2022 at The Elysian, but we are trying an exciting new format at The Yard Theater on Monday, October 24th at 9PM. Instead of working with hapless stand-ups, Chad has booked expert clowns and will be ruthlessly pushing them to create a “masterwork” in front of the audience.https://www.eventbrite.com/e/433264133687ALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TIKTOK (Chad posts daily videos)IG: @thechaddamianiTIKTOK: @marcofromsecurityJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music

 A LINK FOR TICKETS TO COURTNEY’S SHOW!11/06/2022  7PM11/08/2022  930PMhttps://www.elysiantheater.com/shows/gutterplumKEEP UP WITH CHAD AND JIM!Chad lists classes, shows and other projects here:https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiTOP PICK: We don’t have a Stand Up and Clown in October 2022 at The Elysian, but we are trying an exciting new format at The Yard Theater on Monday, October 24th at 9PM. Instead of working with hapless stand-ups, Chad has booked expert clowns and will be ruthlessly pushing them to create a “masterwork” in front of the audience. Come see these clowns pull off a miracle — or fail in the most epic fashion imaginable.https://www.eventbrite.com/e/433264133687ALSO, FOLLOW US ON IG AND TIKTOK (Chad posts daily videos)IG: @thechaddamianiTIKTOK: @marcofromsecurityJIM’S IG: @james_venable_music   

SOME MORE INFO ON ITHAMAR! Ithamar Enriquez was born and raised in El Paso, Texas, eventually making his way to Chicago, where Ithamar performed and wrote in the Second City touring company, ETC stage and Main Stage. Since moving to Los Angeles, he has had an extensive career in commercials, film and TV.  His one man silent sketch show Ithamar Has Nothing To Say,  has been featured at both The Second City and UCB theaters in Los Angeles. TV credits include: WandaVision, Curb Your Enthusiasm,  A Series Of Unfortunate Events, Arrested Development,  American Dad, Key and Peele, The Office, How To Get Away With Murder and 9-1-1. Film credits include: Together Together, Lady Bird, Popstar, Beyond The Lights  and the upcoming Binge 2: It's A Wonderful Binge.ITHAMAR HAS NOTHING TO SAY - SHOW INFO:Ithamar’s show is taking place on Thursday, October 27th, 8:30pm at UCB Franklin:https://ucbcomedy.com/show/ithamar-has-nothing-to-say/CHAD’S STUFFI am teaching two upcoming workshops — one mid-month in Orange County and another the first weekend of November at The Elysian theater in Los Angeles.  Both links (and links to my shows) can be found on my LINKTREE:https://linktr.ee/chad.damianiFollow me on IG (daily videos): @thechaddamianiFollow me on TikTok (daily videos): @marcofromsecuritySPECIAL PLUG: I am trying out a new show at The Yard on Monday, October 24th called “Masterwork” — where I ruthlessly live direct established comedy ensembles! Use the code MASTER for discounted tickets.A PODCAST I MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:This is the podcast I recently heard where they discuss how music connects people:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-happiness-lab-with-dr-laurie-santos/id1474245040?i=1000580459788