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Welcome to the Official Chris Conidis Website.
Explore Chris Conidis’s latest short stories and screenplays.
Chris Conidis is a versatile artist, writer, author and performer celebrated for his inventive blend of improv comedy, horror, fantasy, parody, and satire. A proud UCB and City alumnus, he brings a sharp, distinctive voice to everything he creates, captivating audiences with his clever wit and imaginative storytelling.
Chris Conidis – Writer, Filmmaker, Improv Performer Official Website
Chris Conidis is a versatile writer, filmmaker, and improv performer with a career spanning over two decades. His work includes satire, social commentary, and dark humor, often exploring themes like societal critique, futurism, and absurdity.
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CHRIS CONIDIS
Storyteller, Creator, and Performer in St. Cloud, Florida

This July, I’m back coaching improv classes in Toronto. If you’ve already taken classes with me or RJ feel free to reach out and reconnect. New? Shoot me a DM—I’ll send you the sign-up info- thanks!
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Storytelling isn't fluff—it's fuel.
In CEOWORLD Magazine, Chris Conidis explores how great leaders use storytelling to inspire action, shape brand identity, and build lasting trust.
Your data needs a voice. That voice is your story.
Read now on CEOWORLD.biz:
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https://ceoworld.biz/2024/11/28/chris-conidis-how-does-storytelling-shape-success/#google_vignette
Chris Conidis: How Does Storytelling Shape Success?
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The Mirror at the End of the Lane by Chris Conidis is a haunting tale that delves deep into the truths we often avoid. In the eerie town of Willowend, a mysterious mirror reflects not just faces but the unspoken secrets and moral cracks that define its inhabitants. Edgar Plumb, a young boy seeking a momentary escape, discovers just how far the mirror’s gaze reaches — and the unsettling truth about his own future.
This story explores the consequences of pretense and the uncomfortable reality that we all try to avoid. A perfect reminder of the importance of confronting our truths before they confront us.
Read the full story here: The Mirror at the End of the Lane
https://medium.com/@chris-conidis/chris-conidis-the-mirror-at-the-end-of-the-lane-c68a5ad96dd8


Genre: Horror / Dark Fantasy
A cycle of dark tales connected by objects, omens, and the strange forces that carry them across generations. Each story stands alone yet echoes another—woven by unseen hands and bound by fear, fate, and forgotten pacts. Gothic-modern in aesthetic, rich in mood and myth.
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Hitchcock: Master of suspense, but also the guy who made you question whether or not your mother actually loves you
Dark Comedy DNA: Why Satirists Owe a Drink to Hitchcock, Serling, and Chaplin.
I’ve been rewatching Hitchcock, not for suspense—but for stillness. For his intros as satire - there’s something about a man in a tight frame, doing absolutely nothing, that feels louder than screams. I’m chasing that tension in silence for my own projects lately. Still frames, breath between lines, paranoia with no soundtrack.
Read the articles
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Chris Conidis Unveils “Progress City”: A Satirical Take on Futurism and Modern Life
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“Progress City,” a sharp satire that takes a deep, comical dive into society’s love affair with “progress.” This new project, a sprawling parody of futurism and modern life, unpacks humanity’s journey from the cave to today’s social dilemmas. With his trademark humor, Conidis pokes fun at how every era has imagined the future—often with more confidence than accuracy—and how these visions have both shaped and clashed with reality.
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In “Progress City,” Conidis explores humanity’s attempts at advancing, for better or worse, across a variety of eras, from our early ancestors’ first discovery of fire to the contemporary pursuit of “likes” and “followers.” He calls it “a humorous archaeological dig through the fossil record of our ambitions,” and each chapter pulls no punches. Rather than romanticizing humanity’s progress, Conidis tackles the myths and follies of each era with a critical, entertaining eye.
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“The funny thing about the future,” Conidis says, “is that every generation thinks they’re the first to figure it out. We’re not all that different from cavemen—we just swapped campfire storytelling for scrolling and status updates.” His approach is part critique, part stand-up comedy routine, and all satire, painting a portrait of human nature as it has evolved—technologically, if not always intellectually.
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In the spirit of Conidis’s previous works, “Progress City” doesn’t merely poke fun at the past and present; it asks readers to reflect on the direction we’re heading. “We’re in an age where tech rules our lives, but we still don’t know what to do with our hands when we take a photo,” he jokes. “Progress has made us smarter on paper, but when it comes to common sense, well… let’s just say it might still be in beta testing.” These observations reveal the hilarious contradictions between our advanced tools and the often unchanged human instincts that wield them.
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One central theme of “Progress City” is how humanity’s constant push for the “next big thing” sometimes results in absurdity. “Every few centuries, someone invents something that they swear will change the world—stone tools, steam engines, social media algorithms—and yet here we are, still figuring out how to get along.” Conidis believes that the project will resonate with audiences who can relate to the idea of progress that somehow always leaves us wanting more.
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He takes aim at today’s obsession with technology as well, particularly the ways we measure success and fulfillment in digital terms. “In caveman days, your status symbol was the biggest piece of mammoth meat. Today, it’s your follower count. Either way, it’s about who’s got the biggest… following,” he quips. “Progress City” explores how these primitive instincts have evolved—or haven’t—despite our sophisticated new toys.
Conidis’s audience will find that “Progress City” is as much a mirror as it is a comedy. By setting today’s achievements alongside the feats of ancient societies, he paints a comedic picture of the ways we repeat old patterns even as we think we’re blazing new trails. “If we’re so futuristic, why do we still find ourselves in traffic jams?” he jokes. “If the cavemen could see us now, they’d probably just laugh.”
Chris Conidis continues to delight audiences by dissecting society’s quirks with a refreshing sense of humor, proving that comedy can be a powerful tool for reflection. “Progress City” promises to be an enlightening, entertaining journey through the timeline of human aspirations, inviting readers to laugh at how much we’ve changed—and how much we haven’t.
Progress City™ Real Estate: Because Who Needs Privacy, Parking, or a Living Room?
In Progress City™ Real Estate, we redefine the very idea of “home” in ways you never asked for! Forget everything you know about cozy spaces, sanity, and affordability, because here in Progress City™, we take real estate to a whole new level of unnecessary complexity and ridiculous expense.
Our Exquisite™ Housing Options
1. The Glass Cage Loft™
Do you love the idea of constant visibility? With floor-to-ceiling windows on every wall, this loft ensures you’ll always be in the spotlight—whether you want it or not. Perfect for those who think blinds are “so last century,” this option comes complete with reflective glass, so you can wave to your own reflection instead of neighbors!
2. The Pocket Pod™
For the minimalist who’s taken minimalism to an uncomfortable extreme. At 80 square feet, the Pocket Pod™ includes a bed (sort of), a sink (tiny), and even a shelf (for a single spoon). Cooking and bathrooms? Well, that’s what the Community™ Kitchen and Hygiene Hub down the hall are for! Who needs a kitchen or a private bathroom when you have communal facilities… somewhere?
3. The Shared Terrace Studio™
Why waste money on a balcony when you can pay slightly less to share a rooftop terrace with 100 other residents? Enjoy the thrill of jostling for a spot on a wooden bench as you enjoy “city views” (a.k.a., views of other people’s apartments). Just beware: the only privacy here is the illusion of it.
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How to Acquire Property in Progress City™
Step 1: Pass the Application Gauntlet™
Applying is a breeze! First, you’ll submit a 300-question personality test, prove your “visionary” credentials, and provide three letters of recommendation from people who barely know you. Don’t have three letters? No worries! You can purchase the Premium Applicant Package™ for only $999.99 to bypass this step.
Step 2: Meet Our Elite Residency Requirements™
To ensure our residents “embody the Progress City™ ethos,” you’ll need a subscription to a minimum of four productivity apps, a gym membership you’ll never use, and evidence of at least one start-up failure. This step helps us weed out the weak and identify those who truly understand modern urban living.
Step 3: Attend the Housing Hunger Games™
Housing in Progress City™ is fiercely competitive, so every quarter, we host the Housing Hunger Games™. Successful applicants will gather in our Exclusive Application Arena™, where they’ll compete in events like Extreme Networking, Speed Emailing, and the LinkedIn Endorsement Sprint™. Only the top 10 finishers will have the privilege of choosing from our limited, highly coveted vacancies.
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Why Choose Progress City™ Real Estate?
In Progress City™, you’re not just buying a home; you’re buying into a lifestyle. Embrace a world where floor plans make no sense, walls are always made of glass, and comfort is merely an optional add-on.
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Zero-Privacy Living™: Because “open-concept” is a lifestyle, not just a design.
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Unnecessary Flexibility™: Floorplans that transform from “Bedroom” to “Office” to “Room Where You Have Existential Crises” with a few quick adjustments.
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Next-Level Amenities™: An “Eco-Friendly Trash Chute” that only accepts biodegradable items (hope you enjoy composting), a “Community Charger Hub” with two outlets, and “Smart Locks” that may or may not let you in when you forget your passcode.
Act Now! Your Ridiculous Future Awaits!
Don’t miss out on the lifestyle you never wanted! Contact one of our Progress City™ Real Estate Ambassadors (they’re real estate agents in snazzier outfits) to book a virtual tour of the apartment you’ll probably only get to rent. And remember, our motto: Why Live Simply, When You Can Live Progressively™?
Progress City™ Real Estate — Where Your Housing Dreams Come True, as long as your dream involves confusing layouts, public amenities, and overinflated rents.