soloprov

noun

soloprov

noun

Etymology Blend of solo + improv.

1

Comedy, Entertainment, Lifestyle Improv (usually improvisational comedy) performed by a single improviser.

  • I think performing soloprov would give me even more stagefright than I usually get doing improv with my team.
  • She mentioned a 15-minute set of "soloprov" where De La Bruere played all of the characters.2017 March 16, Brent Hallenbeck, “Check out these up-and-coming comics”, in Burlington Free Press, archived from the original on 31 Mar 2020:
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  • How do you rehearse for a soloprov show? Do you have any rituals?2018 July 9, Holly, “Funny at the Fringe – Interview – Peter Marino – Show Up”, in Phoenix Remix, archived from the original on 31 Mar 2020:
  • I've also been using that time to put up soloprov showcases, where we have really great rotating lineups of both new and experienced solo improvisers.2020 January 25, Alex Finch, “Interview: Michelle Drozdick”, in Comedy to Watch, archived from the original on 31 Mar 2020:
Related terms
twoprov

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