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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Chris Conidis Facebook Page here:
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Chris Conidis is a writer, storyteller, filmmaker, and improv performer based in Saint Cloud, Florida. With over 20 years of experience, Chris has carved a unique niche blending humor, innovation, and cutting-edge technology to redefine live entertainment.
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Writer · Filmmaker · Improv Performer
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Welcome to the Official Website of Chris Conidis
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Chris Conidis is a writer, filmmaker, and improv performer with over two decades of experience in satire, social commentary, and dark humor based in Saint Cloud, Florida. Chris Conidis is the founder of Elios Entertainment, where he’s produced short films, animations, and creative work across sci-fi, horror, and dark comedy. He’s trained in improv with UCB and Second City alumni, and his short stories and videos— Toolmaker, Return to Adam’s Earth, and The Magician’s Code — explore storytelling through satire and speculative fiction. He coaches improv and writing workshops, mentors emerging performers, and continues to explore visual storytelling through projects in film, magic, and evolutionary themes — always with a sharp sense of humor and a deep love for story.
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Featured Press Coverage
1. Chris Conidis Unveils 'Progress City' – A Futuristic Satirical Experience
"Progress City is a mind-bending satire on technology and control, challenging the audience to examine their role in tomorrow's world."
As seen in Yahoo Finance
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2. Chris Conidis Shares Insights on Creativity Through Comedy
"Conidis explores how humor is more than entertainment — it's a method for personal and creative growth."
As seen in Benzinga
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3. 'Toolmaker: The Uplifted Ape' Premieres at Frost Museum of Science
"Blending science fiction with existential questions, Toolmaker imagines an evolved species at the edge of technological awakening."
As seen on IssueWire
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4. Chris Conidis Champions Mental Resilience for Creative Success
"Resilience isn’t just about surviving — it’s a vital creative force."
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5. Introducing 'Toolmaker: The Uplifted Ape' – A Bold New Chapter
"Toolmaker is the bridge between prehistory and progress, a visionary metaphor for how we became who we are."
As seen on AccessNewswire
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6. Studio Conidis Plans Visionary Projects and Live Performances for 2025
"From dystopian satire to live improv theatre, Conidis prepares to launch a full slate of original work."
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Featured Medium Articles
1. The Power of Storytelling in Leadership – Why It Matters
How narrative thinking helps leaders connect, inspire, and shape better futures.
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2. Keys to Success: Thick Skin, Persistence, and Humor
A candid look at how resilience and irreverence can carry creatives through chaos.
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3. The Art of the Show – Creating the Beckoning Hand and the Magic of Themed Environments
Exploring how Disney and theater design principles can still teach us about immersive storytelling.
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4. The Story of Us – How Human Evolution Inspires My Projects
From ancient myths to modern metaphors, this essay reveals the philosophical DNA of Toolmaker and Progress City.
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5. Reimagining Wonder – How Technology and Improv Are Transforming Live Entertainment
How cutting-edge tech and raw spontaneity can merge to revive the magic of human performance.
🔗 Read it on Medium
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Featured Media & Profiles
🔗 CEOWORLD Magazine – The Power of Storytelling
🔗 IdeaMensch Interview – On Structure & Creative Rhythm
🔗 Medium – Stories, Scripts, Essays
🔗 Official Facebook Page
Latest Projects
📖 The Mirror at the End of the Lane
A haunting modern folktale set in the town of Willowend, where an antique mirror reflects not only the viewer—but their fate. Read on Medium →
Progress City
A satire of technology, ambition, and societal blind spots. From cavemen to influencers, this project explores humanity’s obsession with “the future” through humor, history, and harsh truths.
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SPOL: Society for the Preservation of Laughter
In a world where humor is outlawed, underground comedians become the last resistance. A live-action and animation hybrid exploring censorship, creativity, and the fight to laugh freely.
Upcoming Events
🎤Improv Workshops – Summer 2025, Toronto
Returning this July for group and private sessions. Beginners welcome. Contact Chris for schedule and sign-up.
Contact & Links
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