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The No Proscenium Podcast

Noah Nelson/No Proscenium
Immersive Theatre
Neotropolis
Julia Masli
Audience Interaction
Immersive Experiences
ARCADE
Wasteland Weekend
Clowning
Bridge Command
AI In Art
The Fillmore Eclipse
Particle Inc.
Cyberpunk
Edinburgh Festival
Augmented Reality
Immersive Theater
LA Art Show
Darkfield
San Francisco
Burning Man

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, a visit to Dungeons & Dragons The 20-Sided Tavern in Los Angeles – where the show is wrapping its current stand this weekend before heading off to Scottsdale, Arizona and Dallas, Texas.

We sit down with Alex Stompoly, one of the Tavernkee... more

We're still on hiatus, but we recently got a chance to visit the new home of The Willows in LA and talk with Justin Fix and Stephanie Turek of JFI Productions as we toured the new home of one of LA's favorite immersive shows. The show has gotten a gl... more

We've reached the end.

Of Episode 500 and Season One.

Which means one last word from our host.

See you in Season Two.

(But don't act too surprised when we pop up a few times for some specials between now and then.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/... more

This one is for the diehards.

On Friday, August 29th, 2025 we held a Launch Party for Episode 500 in the NoPro Discord. We had no idea who would show up.

To our delight Jacob Patterson, who you had a chance to hear in the last part of the marathon,... more

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Recent Guests

Alex Stompoly
Tavernkeeper for The 20-Sided Tavern
Episode: Hanging Out At The 20-Sided Tavern
Landon Zakheim
Executive Director and Co-Founder of the Overlook Film Festival
Overlook Film Festival
Episode: Episode 500 Part 6: The Last Review Crew of Season One
Genevieve Gearhart
Co-founder of The Speakeasy Society, specializing in immersive entertainment.
The Speakeasy Society
Episode: Episode 500 Part 5: An Unstructured Conversation About Immersive Theatre
Julianne Just
Co-founder of The Speakeasy Society, focusing on narrative-driven immersive events.
The Speakeasy Society
Episode: Episode 500 Part 5: An Unstructured Conversation About Immersive Theatre
Franki Chan
Founder and Chief Creative Officer of IHEARTCOMIX
IHEARTCOMIX
Episode: Franki Chan of IHEARTCOMIX
Eric Garcia
Co-founder of Detour Productions and director of Pompeii.
Detour Productions
Episode: Detour Productions' Pompeii
Mudd The Two Spirt
Performer in Pompeii, portraying the emcee.
Detour Productions
Episode: Detour Productions' Pompeii
Alexandra Renzo
Contracted creative director of Phenomenomaly
Meow Wolf
Episode: Meow Wolf's Phenomenomaly
Brie Lipari
General manager of Meow Wolf Denver
Meow Wolf
Episode: Meow Wolf's Phenomenomaly

Host

Noah Nelson
Noah Nelson is the creator and host, known for his extensive involvement in the immersive theater landscape, alongside hosting the corresponding events listing newsletter.

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 States2 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 States2 years ago
  • Steel Yourself

    Rife with pretense. Devoid of charisma. Borderline insufferable.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    ItchyShirt
    United States4 years ago
  • Go deep on Immersive

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kathryn_
    United States4 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 podcast for its deep exploration and insights into immersive theater and interactive events.
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There are mixed feelings about the host's style, with some finding his passion contagious while others suggest a need for more restraint during discussions.

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#115
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Apple Podcasts
#9
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Apple Podcasts
#48
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Apple Podcasts
#154
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Apple Podcasts
#240
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Talking Points

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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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This podcast focuses on the vibrant and evolving landscape of immersive theater and interactive experiences, providing insightful discussions with creators, industry leaders, and practitioners. The host engages listeners by sharing personal anecdotes, reflecting on the transformative nature of immersive art, and exploring various thematic elements that influence audience interactions. Noteworthy is the podcast's dedication to supporting community engagement and solving challenges within the sector, showcasing current and upcoming productions, and celebrating innovative storytelling methods across various media forms. It serves as a valuable resource for both enthusiasts and professionals in the arts community, providing in-depth interviews... more

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