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  • Idioms and the Virtue of Nonsense
    2025/01/06

    Chad will be doing his WIP show on JANUARY 9TH at 930pm! He is also heading to BALTIMORE, BETHLEHEM and PHILADELPHIA for the second half of January.

    Dates for classes and shows listed below!

    Another solo episode from The Clown Boss! In this one, Chad discusses how he uses idioms to create prompts in classes and shows. This leads to a deep dive into playing abstract ideas. How can clowns create nonsensical work that surprises audiences, but doesn’t confuse or alienate them?

    CLOWN BOSS TOUR 2025

    Thursday, January 9th - Reckless Chad Reuben: XX

    My first show back in LA! There are still a few tickets available. 930pm at The Elysian Vault. 1944 Riverside Dr, Los Angeles, CA

    Friday, January 17th -- Dangerous Games Clown workshop

    First Baltimore workshop! Before my solo show at Zissimos Bar. This workshop focuses on clown skills that can help you have more fun and create more risk and connection when you are improvising.

    Friday, January 17th - Reckless Chad Reuben: XX

    Chad’s solo show is going up in Baltimore! It’s 9pm at Zissimos Bar

    1023 West 36th Street Baltimore, MD 21211

    Saturday and Sunday, January 18th and 19th - Baltimore Clown Intensive

    Only a few spots left! In partnership with Highwire Improv - this is one of the two-day intensives Chad teaches in Los Angeles. Class takes place at Baltimore Improv Group (BIG) – 1727 North Charles Street Baltimore, MD 21201

    CHECK OUT CHAD’S LINKTREE for information on other shows and classes (he’s just posted LA classes for mid-February and March – everything else is sold out).

    And don’t forget — you can reach out with questions or if you think you have a town that desperately needs clown

    IG: @thechaddamiani

    PODCAST THEME SONG BY MIRTHQUAKE JACKSON: @mqj_groove_jr

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    31 分
  • 100th Episode!
    2024/12/30

    STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is on hiatus for a couple months! Chad will be doing his WIP show on JANUARY 9TH, 930pm at the Elysian Theater in Los Angels. Then he’s leaving LA to teach and perform on the east coast.

    The Clown Boss celebrates episode 100 by talking about the clown lessons he’s taken away from doing the podcast, how the presence of an authority in play helps short-circuit the brain and other personal tidbits.

    Chad will be visiting the following cities in January. Baltimore (BIG Improv Theater), Bethlehem, PA (SteelStacks Improv Festival) and Philadelphia (this workshop has one spot left as of publication).

    CHECK OUT CHAD’S LINKTREE for more information on how to sign up.

    And don’t forget — you can reach out with questions or if you think you have a town that desperately needs clown

    IG: @thechaddamiani

    PODCAST THEME SONG BY MIRTHQUAKE JACKSON: @mqj_groove_jr

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    30 分
  • Year End Thoughts
    2024/12/23

    STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is on hiatus! Chad will be doing his WIP show in early January (the last few have sold out), but then he’s leaving LA to teach and perform on the east coast (dates listed below)

    The Clown Boss returns with another solo episode. This one covers a number of related topics, as Chad discusses what’s on his mind as he begins his holiday break. There’s a discussion of grief and performance, the necessity of training discomfort and thoughts on how young clowns rely too much on intellect when creating work.

    Chad will be visiting the following cities in January. Baltimore (BIG Improv Theater), Bethlehem, PA (SteelStacks Improv Festival) and Philadelphia (his workshop has sold out, but he’s got a couple shows). Watch for information on Toronto, Chicago, Austin and other major cities in the coming weeks.

    CHECK OUT CHAD’S LINKTREE for more information.

    And don’t forget — you can reach out with questions or if you think you have a town that desperately needs clown

    IG: @thechaddamiani

    PODCAST THEME SONG BY MIRTHQUAKE JACKSON: @mqj_groove_jr

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    29 分
  • Unlearning
    2024/12/02

    STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is back on December 16th at 930pm. The cast includes Luke Null (SNL), Zach Zucker (Stamptown) and more!

    12/16 STAND UP AND CLOWN (THE ELYSIAN)

    The Clown Boss returns with another solo episode. This time around, he talks about the concept of unlearning – and how it can bring more surprises and joy to your shows.

    ARTICLE ON LEFT BRAIN AND RIGHT BRAIN DEBATE

    SHARE THIS POD AND SPREAD THE WORD!

    CHECK OUT CHAD’S LINKTREE for other shows – including his upcoming Reckless Chad Reuben solo clown show.

    Next date is December 9th!

    12/09 RECKLESS CHAD REUBEN - WIP SOLO SHOW (THE ELYSIAN)

    And don’t forget — you can reach out with questions or if you think you have a town that desperately needs clown

    IG: @thechaddamiani

    PODCAST THEME SONG BY MIRTHQUAKE JACKSON: @mqj_groove_jr

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    28 分
  • BOOKENDS: Change and The Path of Least Resistance
    2024/11/25

    STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is tonight! Monday, November 25th at 930pm. The cast includes Melissa Villaseñor (SNL), Nick Thune, Justine Marino, Chris Thayer and more!!

    11/25 STAND UP AND CLOWN (ELYSIAN THEATER)

    The Clown Boss returns with a new kind of solo episode. As Chad continues to work on his book, he’s starting to review old writing and podcasts — adding more context, revising ideas and looking for inspiration. He’s calling these episodes Bookends.

    Chad covers a number of topics in this one — including how performers need to address their relationship with change and choosing the path of least resistance when starting a piece.

    SHARE THIS POD AND SPREAD THE WORD!

    CHECK OUT CHAD’S LINKTREE for other shows – including his upcoming series of WIP solo shows for his character Reckless Chad Reuben. Next date is December 9th!

    And don’t forget — you can reach out with questions or if you think you have a town that desperately needs clown

    IG: @thechaddamiani


    PODCAST THEME SONG BY MIRTHQUAKE JACKSON: @mqj_groove_jr

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    30 分
  • The Writer, The Director and The Fool, Part One
    27 分
  • Natasha Mercado Returns, Part One
    2024/11/11

    Monday, November 25th is STAND UP AND CLOWN! The cast includes Melissa Villaseñor (SNL), Nick Thune, Justine Marino, Christina Catherine Martinez and more!

    11/25 STAND UP AND CLOWN (ELYSIAN THEATER)

    The Clown Boss interviews clown, teacher and collaborator NATASHA MERCADO! Chad has worked with Natasha for many years – and recently co-directed her second solo show #1 SON, which did a full-run at The 2024 Edinburgh Fringe.

    Like this podcast? Share it with a friend. Chad is also starting to book travel dates to teach and perform next year! Reach out to Chad on IG (@thechaddamiani) and see if there’s a way to bring some clown to your town.

    CHECK OUT CHAD’S LINKTREE for other shows – including his upcoming series of WIP solo shows for his character Reckless Chad Reuben. Next date is Wednesday, November 13th!

    IG: @thechaddamiani

    PODCAST THEME SONG BY MIRTHQUAKE JACKSON: @mqj_groove_jr

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    37 分
  • Rough Play, Part One
    2024/11/04

    Monday, November 25th is STAND UP AND CLOWN! We’ll be announcing the cast soon, but we’ve got some very fun surprises planned. Get your tickets early!

    11/25 STAND UP AND CLOWN (ELYSIAN THEATER)

    The Clown Boss is back with another solo episode! This time, Chad discusses the idea of rough play – shows that purposely court danger, hurl insults and tackle difficult topics. The episode was inspired by the recent backlash over comic Tony Hinchcliffe’s comments at a political rally held at Madison Square Garden. Chad shares his thoughts on creating safe spaces for these kinds of shows and what clowns can focus on to make sure it’s a positive experience for the audience. Also, examples of when rough play can cross the line (at least, for him) and miss the mark.

    Like this podcast? Share it with a friend. Chad is also starting to book travel dates to teach and perform next year! Reach out to Chad on IG (@thechaddamiani) and see if there’s a way to bring some clown to your town.

    CHECK OUT CHAD’S LINKTREE for other shows – including his upcoming series of WIP solo shows for his character Reckless Chad Reuben. Next date is November 13th!

    IG: @thechaddamiani

    PODCAST THEME SONG BY MIRTHQUAKE JACKSON: @mqj_groove_jr

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    30 分