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The No Proscenium Podcast

Noah Nelson/No Proscenium
Immersive Theatre
Immersive Theater
Los Angeles
Sleep No More
Meow Wolf
Andor
Next Stage Immersive Summit
Virtual Reality
Community Engagement
Star Wars
Immersive Experiences
Neotropolis
Cirquesaw
Third Rail Projects
Immersive Storytelling
LARP
Audience Engagement
Julia Masli
Online Theater
Digital Technology

Exploring the renaissance in immersive theatre and interactive events. Hosted by Noah Nelson, creator of No Proscenium, a free events listing newsletter in Los Angeles, New York City, and San Francisco. Visit NoProscenium.com to sign up.

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Latest Episodes

This week our own Katrina Lat reports back from Venice Immersive 2026 where she shares her highlights -- mostly -- of the festival's grand collection of XR experiences.

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* Venice Immersive 2026

* Venice Immersive Video Diary 2026

* V... more

Martin Gimenez and Thomas Jancis report from the Edinburgh Festival Fringe on what they've been up to, and Martin interviews Sauna Theatre co-founder James Grieve along with Clair Korobacz and Julian Rickert of Australian theatre company one step at ... more

This week we're joined by Majestic Repertory Theatre's Troy Heard whose Prom Night '99 was recently attended by NoPro team members Briana Roecks & Anthony Robinson, as well as host Noah Nelson. The four also were all at the most recent edition of Mid... more

This week just a quick minisode with some program & event updates!

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* The New York Immersive Invitational

* Melodramatic Delights On The Dance Floor: 'Prom Night ’99' Lights Up Vegas’ Arts District (The NoPro Review)

* How Sweet It I... more

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Recent Guests

Briana Roecks
NoPro LA social media correspondent
NoPro LA
Episode: Prom Night '99, Las Vegas & Midsummer Scream
Emily Carding
Creator and performer of Hamlet and Experience
Bright Theatre (collaborator)
Episode: Onward To Edinburgh!
Peter Michael Marino
Creator of Planet of the Grapes
New York theater/ Fringe circuit
Episode: Onward To Edinburgh!
Katy Murphy
Creator of No Refunds (hosted by Tiffany Gold)
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Episode: Onward To Edinburgh!
Julia Masli
Creator of Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha
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Episode: A One-on-One Chat with Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha's Julia Masli
Todd Martens
LA Times journalist and creator of Mr. Todd's Wild Ride
Los Angeles Times
Episode: Time For A Little Calico Chaos
Michael Andersen
Founder of ARGNet, immersive experiences researcher
ARGNet
Episode: Time For A Little Calico Chaos
Charles Melcher
Author of 'The Future of Storytelling,' and founder of The Future of Storytelling organization
The Future of Storytelling
Episode: The Future of Storytelling w/Charles Melcher
Alex Stompoly
Tavernkeeper for The 20-Sided Tavern
Episode: Hanging Out At The 20-Sided Tavern

Host

Noah Nelson
Host of No Proscenium / No Proscenium Podcast; affiliated with No Proscenium and Immersive Experience Institute.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • Indispensable, but needs tweaks

    Full disclosure: I’m a fan and a supporter, and listen to every single ep, many more than once. This podcast covers this broad, growing industry with passion and commitment. From major events on the global map like Venice & Tribeca (RIP) to the impact of the pandemic, to small, can’t-miss regional and local (Los Angeles, Vegas, Denver, etc.) coverage and reviews, Noah Nelson does the immersive community worldwide an incredible service with this podcast. The host needs to show more restraint with... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Tiffany Oso
    United States3 years ago
  • A deep dive into the immersive realm

    My favorite podcasts get down to the bottom of something and then start digging. Every NoPro podcast does this. If you care about immersive you'll fall in love. If you don't, you'll probably still enjoy every episode because Noah dives so heavily into the psyche of his creators

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PattersonArt
    United States3 years ago
  • Steel Yourself

    Rife with pretense. Devoid of charisma. Borderline insufferable.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    ItchyShirt
    United States5 years ago
  • Go deep on Immersive

    Hear from the best and the brightest practitioners and critics in the medium.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kathryn_
    United States5 years ago
  • This guy gets it!

    A lot of people love their area of interest but how many go that extra mile and dedicate every waking hour to exploring, reviewing, venerating, sharing and growing their beloved genre. Noah Nelson gives until it hurts on his podcast which features not only his diligence but the diligence of a dedicated staff of reviewers who scour the globe for immersive entertainment worth sharing with us. You will find every episode to be a trove of insightful information on everything from Escape Rooms to VR.... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PopePat
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners praise the show's deep dives into immersive practice and industry context.
Fans value access to practitioners and critics across cities and scenes.

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Episode 500 Part 6: The Last Review Crew of Season One
Q: Did you think it was going to eat up so much of, you know, your time?
It absolutely did change the course of my life.
Sweet & Lucky: Echo
Q: What is Sweet & Lucky Echo, and how does it relate to the original show?
Sweet & Lucky Echo revisits themes from the original 2016 Sweet & Lucky, focusing on the communal experience of memory and examining how we hold and navigate it, especially in the context of loss.
Detour Productions' Pompeii
Q: How is the rehearsal process different for Pompeii compared to previous shows?
The rehearsal process for Pompeii has been more structured with clear goals, allowing for a compressed timeline while maintaining creative freedom.
Detour Productions' Pompeii
Q: What inspired the current project after Twilight Aristocracy?
The inspiration for Pompeii came from the idea of creating a narrative around a disaster, focusing on the themes of community and celebration before the end.
Worlds In Play; Spies Among Us
Q: How did you come up with the idea for Spies Among Us?
It started with wanting to create an experience where I could avoid high rental costs, using automated texting to engage participants interactively in a public space.

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What is The No Proscenium Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The episodes consistently center on immersive theatre and location-based experiences, with deep dives into practitioner workflows, audience engagement, festival dynamics, and the evolving tech that shapes live storytelling. Conversations often feature creators, critics, and researchers discussing show development, venue strategies, and industry ecosystems, highlighting cross-city comparisons (Las Vegas, Edinburgh, Los Angeles) and ongoing shifts in marketing, accessibility, and funding. A standout trait is the mixture of hands-on show development insight, live-event culture, and thoughtful critique from a well-connected independent outlet, which can be particularly valuable for guests and sponsors seeking authentic access to the immersive s... more

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