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The Backline

The Sonar Network

Canadian Comedy Award winners Rob Norman and Adam Cawley discuss weekly improv-based topics based on a theme.

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50:33

Improv as Ritual

The Backline ·

2019/06/05

From shortform to longform, ritual (and transformation) is hidden in all the unconsidered things that we do onstage. This week, Rob and Adam take a closer look. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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56:04

The 30 Second Clock

The Backline ·

2019/05/29

Shortform has particular kind of rhythm. Action sparks every 30 seconds. In this episode, Rob and Adam discuss how to slow down, enjoy the moment, and find more relaxed play out of a shortform metabolism. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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46:07

Coming Back to Improv

The Backline ·

2019/05/22

Its the launch of Season Five! This episode Rob and Adam talk about what's it's like to break from a regular improv performance schedule, how to get back into the community, and why it shouldn't feel like you're starting from scratch. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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42:43

A Year in Review

The Backline ·

2018/12/12

It's the season finale of the Backline with Rob and Adam. This episode Rob and Adam discuss changes in the improv landscape, new exciting announcements, and what they're looking forward to in 2019! See you all in the new year! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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41:42

Mapping

The Backline ·

2018/11/22

This week we discuss how to map the rules of one scenario over top the context of another. Also this episode, Rob and Adam answer questions about mirroring and comedic horror. Happy 150th episode! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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56:33

Preparation

The Backline ·

2018/11/11

This week Rob and Adam discuss every thing that happens before you even step onstage. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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48:22

Be Affected

The Backline ·

2018/10/31

This episode Rob and Adam discuss the need for real time, visceral connection in scenes and the value of dynamic. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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43:11

Improv on TV

The Backline ·

2018/10/18

After an afternoon on set, Adam wonders about the future of improv on television. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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60:40

Frustrated

The Backline ·

2018/10/11

This week Rob and Adam delve deep into blame, exclusion, and keeping it all together. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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50:44

Playing Yourself

The Backline ·

2018/10/01

This week Rob and Adam discuss what's it like to "play yourself" onstage. From grounded scenes to nuanced heightening to characters who talk just like you! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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43:55

Reading the Room

The Backline ·

2018/09/22

This week Adam and Rob discuss our relationship with the audience, how to follow Blue acts, and what to do when our expectations don't match what the audience wants. Also oil lamps. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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44:22

Casting

The Backline ·

2018/09/05

In this episode, Rob and Adam discuss casting and what does the "perfect" Harold team look like! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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49:28

Loud, Proud, and Wrong

The Backline ·

2018/08/15

This week Adam and Rob discuss the importance of swagger, showmanship, and stagecraft in improv scenes. Whether you’re struggling controlling an audience or you’re stuck in a scene that’s gone terribly wrong, then this episode is for you. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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38:12

Bombed

The Backline ·

2018/08/08

This week Adam chats with Rob from Copenhagen, Denmark to discuss that terrible, awkward, weird feeling when you bomb. What do you say? How do you manage the feeling? What do you say to your friends? Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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51:23

Advanced GOTS

The Backline ·

2018/08/01

This week Rob and Adam revisit the Game of the Scene from Season One, and discuss how their views have evolved over the past four years. From pattern recognition to heightening, all is covered in this episode. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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45:14

Questions

The Backline ·

2018/07/25

This week Rob and Adam answer listener questions! From improv copyrights to accents to panicking onstage to the walk-ons - all will be revealed. Please if someone knows where Rob's dad is, contact us @thebacklinepod on Facebook or Twitter. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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51:52

Disappointment

The Backline ·

2018/07/19

Rob and Adam talk disappointment. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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46:58

So We Bought a Zoo

The Backline ·

2018/07/11

This week Rob and Adam discuss the very theoretical scenario of opening an improv theatre. What do you need? What resources do you require? How does an improv theatre actually work? Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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42:50

Blocking

The Backline ·

2018/07/04

This week Rob and Adam do a deep dive on all-things negative, contrarian, and self-defeating. If you’re stalling out in scenes or frustrated by nay-sayers in your troupe, this episode is for you. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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41:50

$300

The Backline ·

2018/06/27

This week Adam and Rob discuss what you can do with $300 to improve your abilities onstage outside of the classroom. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network https://thesonarnetwork.com/

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