Play is a Simulation

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 sausage is made? Chad has decided to open up his rehearsals for a new clown project. Every third Wednesday this year, Chad will be working with a rotation of clowns at UCB’s Bronson location (just around the corner from Franklin) from 12-2pm. Come watch and possibly even give input as they explore and fail. This is free!September’s STAND UP AND CLOWN lineup is up – and it’s a fun one! YouTube superstar Brandon Rogers (Brandon Bored), Carmen Christopher (English Teacher), EJ Marcus and more! Get your tickets here for September 30th!Sign up for Chad’s October mask play intensive, which is already half-full:DISRUPTOR 2: MASK PLAY OCTOBER 5-6CHECK OUT CHAD’S LINKTREE for other shows!Also, catch up on Chad’s SUBSTACKIG: @thechaddamianiPODCAST THEME SONG BY MIRTHQUAKE JACKSON: @mqj_groove_jr