STAND UP AND CLOWN

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is TONIGHT! At the time of this pod’s publication, tickets were still available. It’s our three-year anniversary show – with Morgan Jay, Mike Mitchell, Mackenzie Barmen, Michael Strassner, Catherine Mccafferty and Demi Adejuyigbe. TICKETS HERE CLOWNBOSS PATREON link here! The Clown Boss is back with another solo pod! This is a follow-up to last week’s episode, explori...

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is happening in one week! It’s our THREE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY! Please come out and support.  TICKETS HERE The Clown Boss is back with another solo pod! Chad starts his series on connection by talking his time in pro wrestling – and how they empower audiences to participate in every aspect of a live show. He tells a story about one of his favorite career moments as an anno...

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is about to have its THREE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY! This is the show that inspired this podcast! Comics are directed through their first-ever clown show by the Clown Boss – and must explore their dumbest impulses to win over the audience. This show is absolutely loaded, with Cameron Esposito, Morgan Jay, Demi Adejuyigbe and more!  TICKETS HERE The Clown Boss is back with ano...

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is about to have its THREE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY! Come celebrate the clown show that declared war on stand-up… and continues to convert new comics to the joy of suffering. This show is absolutely loaded, with Cameron Esposito, Morgan Jay, Demi Adejuyigbe and more!  TICKETS HERE The Clown Boss returns with another full-length solo pod! Chad delves deeper into failure, discu...

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is tonight! February 24, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! This line-up is epic! Steph Tolev (Netflix, Filth Queen tour) returns after doing our first-ever show, UCB royalty Colton Dunn (Superstore), show favorites Luke Null (SNL) and Paul Elia (Low-Key Comedy)... and more! TICKETS HERE! The Clown Boss returns with another solo pod! This is a shorter episode, but packed w...

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is right around the corner! February 24, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! This line-up is epic! Steph Tolev (Netflix, Filth Queen tour) returns after doing our first-ever show, UCB royalty Colton Dunn (Superstore), show favorites Luke Null (SNL) and Paul Elia (Low-Key Comedy)... and more! TICKETS HERE! The Clown Boss returns with the solo pod, Failure, Part Two! This tim...

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is back! February 24, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! This line-up is epic! Steph Tolev (Netflix, Filth Queen tour) returns after doing our first-ever show, UCB royalty Colton Dunn (Superstore), show favorites Luke Null (SNL) and Paul Elia (Low-Key Comedy)... and more! TICKETS HERE! The Clown Boss has another solo episode. To start the year, Chad is focusing on some clo...

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is back at the end of this month! February 24, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! You’ll want to get your tickets before we announce our all-star lineup. TICKETS HERE! The Clown Boss is back with a solo episode! Chad talks about the relative nature of courage and risk, as it pertains to clown and improvisation. It’s good to play to your strengths, but often the key to gett...

The Clown Boss is back with his first interview of 2025! He’s speaking with teacher, improviser and comedy philosopher James Mastraieni! James has reached the highest levels of success at various major theaters – but has also battled management at every one, in an effort to maintain his authentic voice and honor his beliefs. He now runs his own classes and shows through The Shared Experience Studi...

If you wanna help out Public Displays of Altadena, check out their GoFundMe page You can also follow them here for more updates: Public Displays of Altadena (@pda_space) Another solo episode! A little talk about the wildfires and how they’ve affected the clown community in LA, but mostly old stories about clown moments in non-clown shows – and how we can learn from them. CLOWN BOSS TOUR 2025 Frida...

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 n...

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 brai...

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...

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...

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 l...

Monday, November 25th is STAND UP AND CLOWN! 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 another solo episode. Chad discusses how clowns balance their desire to write and direct with being open and present in the moment of creating work.  SHARE THIS POD AND SPREAD THE WORD! CHE...

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 Th...

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...

Monday, October 28th is STAND UP AND CLOWN’s Halloween Spooktacular! Riki Lindhome, Chloe Radcliffe, Anna Akana, Janet Varney and Freak Nature Puppets! Do not miss this show! STAND UP AND CLOWN HALLOWEEN SHOW 10/28 A little something different! Chad was recently interviewed by past guest and delightful clown RESHMA. She is working on something called The IKEA project. Reshma is talking to people a...

Like this podcast? Share it with a friend. Chad is also starting to book travel dates to teach and perform in 2025! Reach out to Chad on IG (@thechaddamiani) and see if there’s a way to bring some clown to your town. The Clown Boss is back with a solo episode about FOCUS! Chad discusses how live comedy shows can do a better job making  sure the audience knows where to look and why — and how that a...

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.  Chad is back with part two of seeing the audience! This episode talks more about breaking the fourth wall when playing with a scene partner. How can you serve the narrative, the re...

Like this podcast? Share it with a friend. Want more clown in your town? Reach out to Chad on IG (@thechaddamiani) and ask about his traveling and teaching programs. Chad is back with another solo episode! A lot of people struggle to stay connected to the audience because they find looking at them awkward and unnatural – but that’s conditioned behavior that can be unlearned over time. Chad discuss...

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode reflects on grief and loss. Chad is back with another solo episode. The topic: a performer’s relationship with play. Why is it so hard to surrender and enjoy shows fully — when we know the real-life stakes are very low? Chad discusses his journey, including some recent heartbreaks that have reminded him of his biggest breakthroughs as a clown.  Wanna see how the clown...

This week, Chad interviews former student and clown-about-town BRIANNA AHLMARK. Chad and Bri work together as part of the improvised ensemble FLWLS (pronounced flawless), but Bri has really made waves doing improvised clown at some of LA’s best alt stand-up shows. Bri talks about her journey, including low points during the Covid lockdown, and the process of developing a unique voice on-stage.  Se...

Chad returns with another solo episode. This one is based on a question he gets asked all the time (especially after his UCB workshops). How can I add some more clown to my improv? Often, the biggest challenge is getting your teammates onboard with these brand-new ideas. Chad discusses how to do more than just explain what you’re doing. There are a variety of creative (and sneaky) ways to help the...