AndAlso: A Podcast

Jules Munns and Heather Urquhart
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A podcast by improvisers, for improvisers, about improv. Music 'The Great Elephant' by Fierce Friend

  1. FEB 7

    Ep 31 - Improvising Stories

    In this episode Heather and Jules unpack the joys, frustrations, and hidden complexity of narrative improv. Improvising stories with a beginning, middle, and end. They explore why improvised storytelling is harder than it looks, how memory and expectation can quietly derail a show, and why trying too hard to "make the story work" often does the opposite. Along the way they introduce the Plot Monster, talk about teaching narrative later rather than sooner, and remind us that it's completely okay to love improvised stories… or decide they're not for you. A thoughtful, funny conversation about why narrative improv is addictive, fragile, and absolutely worth respecting.

    28 min

  2. JAN 23

    Ep 30 - Ampersand Challenges

    In this slightly different episode, Heather and Jules talk candidly about the challenges around opening a theatre in Brighton, and what's happened since they started saying those challenges out loud. There are practical realities, improv lessons, and a lot of love from the community. Plus Heather very much trying (and failing) not to cry.

    29 min

  3. 09/30/2025

    Ep 29 - How To Get Good

    In this episode, Heather & Jules discuss how to get good at improv –  as quickly as possible, but without losing the fun.

    32 min

  4. 08/29/2025

    Ep 28 - True-life/Armando Monologues

    In this episode, Heather & Jules discuss monologues, specifically, Armando monologues. True-life monologues: what makes them great, how to do them, and then how to deconstruct them afterwards to make the scenes. It's quite a technical one, so strap in!

    30 min

  5. 02/24/2025

    Ep 27 - The role of the improv technician (with Damian Robertson)

    In this episode, Heather is joined by Damian Robertson to explore the unique role of the improv technician. They discuss the vital behind-the-scenes work that keeps performances running smoothly, from managing technical elements to supporting performers and enhancing the audience experience. A fascinating look at an often overlooked but essential part of improv.

    27 min

  6. 02/21/2025

    Ep 26 - How to build an ensemble

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    34 min

  7. 02/04/2025

    Ep 25 - Editing

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    31 min

  8. 11/29/2024

    Ep 24 - Being in your Body (with Ali James)

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    26 min
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A podcast by improvisers, for improvisers, about improv. Music 'The Great Elephant' by Fierce Friend

Information

  • Creator
    Jules Munns and Heather Urquhart
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023
  • Show Website
    AndAlso: A Podcast