S1E11: Scary Strangers ft. Tom Stevenson

S1E11: Scary Strangers ft. Tom Stevenson

Author: Ru Halwala July 31, 2024 Duration: 15:55

We’re finishing off Season 1 with a Scary Strangers special. Tom and Ru deep-dive into the origins of Scary Strangers, what we’ve learned along the way, and where we’re going next.


Scary Strangers will be performing their one hour show at Improv Theatre Sydney on August 24 & October 26 at 8:15PM. Learn more at https://improvtheatresydney.com.au/events/scary-strangers/


Creator & Host: Ru Halwala

Co-Host & Tech: Tom Stevenson // Donald Trump & Melania

Presented by Scary Strangers


IG: Ru ⁠⁠⁠@runiversal.studios⁠⁠⁠ | Tom ⁠⁠⁠@tomisalot⁠⁠⁠ | Scary Strangers ⁠⁠⁠@scarystrangers⁠⁠⁠


Hop into the passenger seat for Ru's Chit-Chat-Cadillac, where the vibe is loose and the laughs are unscripted. Host Ru Halwala, joined by co-host and tech wizard Tom Stevenson, takes a joyride through the wild world of improv comedy, picking up some of Australia's most iconic improvisers along the way. Each episode is a spontaneous blend of off-the-cuff scenes, freewheeling conversation about the craft, and the kind of unexpected, practical wisdom that only emerges when you're making it all up on the spot. It's a celebration of the messy, joyful process of creation, presented by Scary Strangers with a theme song by Jason Kenkel. This podcast thrives on the energy of the moment, offering a backstage pass to the minds of performers who live for the 'yes, and.' So, if you're keen for a chat that's more about the journey than the destination, where the only rule is to enjoy the ride, you've found your spot. Remember, it's not that deep-it's just a really good time. Find Ru and Tom on their socials for more, but the real magic happens right here in the Cadillac.
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