Immersive Theatre, Trust, Chaos, and Catching the Vibe - Playwright's Spotlight with Hank Jacobs

Send us Fan MailPlaywright Hank Jacobs sat in the Playwright's Spotlight to unpack the concept of Immersive Theatre. In this conversation, we discuss the its definition, the development of his immersive piece The Great Clown Bank Show, what immersive theatre looks like on the page, the release of ego towards the audience, the covid and lockdowns affected theatre as well as how AI may affect it in the future. We also talk about the job of the audience and their interaction in immersive theatre, designing it, how it compares to traditional theatre, and the use of gimmicks and devices. We wrap the episode up with the submission process of The Great Clown Bank Show and whether or not immersive theatre can be published or repeated. It's another great conversation that explores stepping outside the boundaries of theatre can be, and Hank's experience encourages taking a leap beyond theatrical norms. Enjoy!Hank Jacobs is a Los Angeles-based writer, director, producer, editor, actor, and voice actor who has a particular passion for circus. In New York City at the turn of the 21st century, he co-created and ran a circus called Delicious Vaudeville that ran for two years. For tickets to The Great Clown Bank Show running from June 27th through August 1st at the Atwater Village Theatre, visit - www.greatclownbank.comTo watch the video format of this episode, visit - https://youtu.be/1nK-Vq_d154Links to sites and resources mentioned in this episode - Moving Arts - https://movingarts.org/Socials and Website for Hank Jacobs -www.thehankjacobs.comIG - @circus_alchemikusIG - @openfisttheatrecompanyWebsites and socials for James Elden, Punk Monkey Productions and Playwright's SpotlightPunk Monkey Productions - www.punkmonkeyproductions.comPLAY Noir -www.playnoir.comPLAY Noir Anthology –www.punkmonkeyproductions.com/contact.htmlJames Elden -Twitter - @jameseldensauerIG - @alakardrakeFB - fb.com/jameseldensauerPunk Monkey Productions and PLAY Noir - Twitter - @punkmonkeyprods                  - @playnoirla IG - @punkmonkeyprods       - @playnoir_la FB - fb.com/playnoir        - fb.com/punkmonkeyproductionsPlaywright's Spotlight -Twitter - @wrightlightpod IG - @playwrights_spotlightPlaywriting services through Los Angeles Collegiate Playwrights Festivalwww.losangelescollegiateplaywrightsfestival.com/services.htmlSupport the show