

Playing the Verb
Nov 22, 2024
Rob and Adam dive into listener questions about improv and Rob's influential book. They reflect on their experiences at the London Sorry Comedy Festival, highlighting festival management and community perspectives. The duo emphasizes the importance of slowing down in scenes for deeper character connection. The evolution of the 'yes and' principle in improv and its creative impact is explored. They also share fond memories of a beloved comic book store in London, blending nostalgia with their love for modern improv.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Comedy Festival Reflections
01:32 • 5min
Exploring Improv: Growth, Confusion, and a Reader's Inquiry
06:56 • 3min
The Art of Slow Improv
09:49 • 21min
Exploring 'Yes And' and a London Comic Book Treasure
30:33 • 3min
Nostalgia Meets Modern Improv Streaming
33:43 • 4min