EPISODE · Aug 5, 2025 · 23 MIN
The Value of Improv for Stand-Up Comedians
from Messed-Up To Set-Ups - A MichaelHalcomb.Live Podcast · host Michael Halcomb
In Episode #43 of the “Messed-Up to Set-Ups” podcast, I talk with comedian Chrysalis Goring about the dynamic world of improv and the benefits of it for stand-up comedians. Also, Chrysalis shares her journey from stage combat to stand-up, revealing how her background in acting and improv has equipped her with the confidence to engage audiences in real-time. We also discuss the challenges and rewards of balancing scripted jokes with spontaneous crowd interactions, and learn why crowd work is becoming an essential skill for modern comedians. Tune in for a fun discussion filled with fun, insights, and a few laughs along the way. Watch on YouTube HERE. MichaelHalcomb.Live is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to MichaelHalcomb.Live at www.michaelhalcomb.live/subscribe
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The Value of Improv for Stand-Up Comedians
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